Foreign exchange rates play a crucial role in shaping international trade, remittance flows, and everyday financial planning for millions of Bangladeshis. With over ten million expatriate Bangladeshis living and working across the globe, inward remittances remain a vital pillar of the national economy. As global trade expands and cross-border transactions become increasingly frequent, the demand for up-to-date currency conversion information continues to rise.
On Tuesday, 19 May 2026, the exchange rates of several major international currencies against the Bangladeshi Taka were recorded as follows. These rates are subject to continuous fluctuations depending on global market conditions, central bank policies, inflation trends, and geopolitical developments. As a result, the values listed here should be viewed as indicative rather than fixed.
Exchange Rates Against Bangladeshi Taka
| Foreign Currency | Equivalent in Bangladeshi Taka (BDT) |
|---|---|
| United States Dollar | 121.69 |
| Euro | 145.02 |
| British Pound | 163.95 |
| Indian Rupee | 1.24 |
| Malaysian Ringgit | 31.00 |
| Singapore Dollar | 96.15 |
| Saudi Riyal | 32.79 |
| Canadian Dollar | 87.02 |
| Australian Dollar | 88.25 |
| Kuwaiti Dinar | 399.86 |
The United States Dollar remains the most influential benchmark currency in global markets, often determining the pricing of imports, exports, and international contracts. The Euro and British Pound also maintain strong positions due to their stability and widespread use in global commerce.
In the South and Southeast Asian region, currencies such as the Indian Rupee, Malaysian Ringgit, and Singapore Dollar are closely watched due to strong trade and labour migration links with Bangladesh. Meanwhile, Gulf currencies including the Saudi Riyal and Kuwaiti Dinar are particularly significant given the large number of Bangladeshi workers employed in the Middle East.
Among the listed currencies, the Kuwaiti Dinar continues to hold one of the highest conversion values against the Bangladeshi Taka, reflecting Kuwait’s strong and stable economy. In contrast, the Indian Rupee remains comparatively lower in value, largely due to differences in economic scale and currency valuation systems.
Financial experts note that exchange rates are influenced by a combination of international oil prices, foreign reserve levels, interest rate decisions, and global investor sentiment. Consequently, even minor economic shifts can lead to noticeable changes in currency valuations within short periods.
Given this volatility, individuals and businesses engaged in foreign transactions are advised to monitor exchange rate updates regularly in order to make informed financial decisions.