Bangladesh has experienced a robust influx of inward remittances during the initial thirteen days of May 2026. Official statistics released by the central bank confirm that expatriates transmitted a total of $1.743 billion through formal banking channels between 1 May and 13 May. At the prevailing exchange rate, this contributes approximately 213.95 billion BDT to […]

Bangladesh’s remittance inflows have continued their upward trajectory, reflecting sustained confidence among overseas workers and improved formal transfer channels. The latest figures from the central bank indicate robust year-on-year growth during the current fiscal period, supported by policy incentives and enhanced banking facilities. According to official data, total remittances reached approximately $30.94 billion during the […]

The role of foreign currency exchange rates continues to grow in importance for Bangladesh, driven by a large expatriate workforce and expanding international trade links. With over ten million Bangladeshi citizens living abroad, remittances remain a crucial pillar of the national economy. As a result, daily fluctuations in global currency values directly affect household incomes, […]

The demand for physical banknotes in Bangladesh traditionally surges during the festival of Eid-ul-Adha. For the upcoming season, Bangladesh Bank’s Currency Management Department has placed a requisition for 16,000 crore BDT in new banknotes from the Security Printing Corporation (Bangladesh) Ltd, also known as the Mint. However, the Mint has reported that it can only […]