Foreign exchange rates directly shape Bangladesh’s economic momentum, dictating the costs of international trade, overseas tuition, medical travel, and remittance inflows. Daily fluctuations in major currencies against the taka remain under close scrutiny by commercial enterprises and citizens alike, as even minor rate movements alter importing expenses and household budgets across the country.

According to latest figures released by Bangladesh Bank for 28 September 2026, the interbank exchange rate for the US dollar settled between a low of 122.75 taka and a high of 122.80 taka. The Weighted Average Rate (WAR) for the day stood at 122.76 taka, while the central bank’s spot reference rate was recorded at 122.7955 taka.

Cross-rate calculations published by the central bank show the euro trading between 139.82 taka and 139.89 taka, while the British pound ranged from 162.66 taka to 162.80 taka. The Canadian dollar and Australian dollar hovered around 86.77 taka and 86.21 taka respectively.

The table below outlines key foreign currency exchange rates recorded on 28 September 2026:

Interbank rates fluctuate organically based on domestic supply and demand dynamics. Recent trading trends underscore this shift towards market-driven movements: on 23 September, the interbank dollar rate opened at a high of 123.25 taka and a low of 123.15 taka, yielding a weighted average of 123.22 taka. The subsequent drop to a low of 122.75 taka by 28 September indicates a gradual strengthening of the local currency over recent days.

This transition toward exchange rate flexibility aligns with structural reforms agreed under Bangladesh’s ongoing arrangement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). In its 2026 assessment, the IMF highlighted effective implementation of a flexible crawling peg system and market-clearing rates as essential steps to rebuild external buffers and unify official channels.

A robust inflow of foreign remittances has helped anchor this stability. Central bank records show that remittance receipts reached $2.858 billion in July for the 2026–27 financial year. Concurrently, total gross foreign exchange reserves climbed from $36.42 billion at the end of July to $37.35 billion by the end of August.

Predictable exchange rates offer vital relief to importers calculating procurement costs for essential commodities and industrial inputs. Similarly, families financing foreign education or medical care abroad benefit from reduced uncertainty. Whilst exporters and remittance recipients navigate a shifting landscape, stabilized rates foster broader economic stability.

Retail customer rates at commercial banks and authorised dealers may vary slightly from interbank benchmarks based on transaction types and intraday volatility. Businesses and individuals conducting large foreign currency settlements are advised to verify real-time quotes directly with their financial institutions.