Economic recovery requires a political settlement
18 August 2026
Bangladesh’s economic recovery is no longer only an economic problem. It has become a problem of political organisation.
18 August 2026
Opinion / Monetary policy signals caution, not enough conviction
30 June 2026
Bangladesh Bank’s Monetary Policy Statement (MPS) for July-December 2026 arrives at a difficult moment for the economy
30 June 2026
Budget Reaction / FY27 budget abandons contractionary frame
11 June 2026
The proposed national budget for fiscal year 2026-27 signals an important shift in the government’s macroeconomic strategy
11 June 2026
When do nations fail?
2 March 2026
Nations do not fail overnight. Nor do they fail because of fate, geography, or some imagined civilizational curse. They fail slowly; when the institutions meant to safeguard the public interest are captured, hollowed out, and repurposed to serve the ambitions of a narrow elite.
2 March 2026
Why does central bank’s independence matter?
29 January 2026
An independent and effective central bank in a transforming economy is no longer a technocratic luxury or a symbolic nod to international best practice. It is a foundational safeguard for any country seeking macroeconomic stability, financial discipline and protection from elite capture.
29 January 2026
Cashless Bangladesh is a developmental necessity
17 August 2025
Bangladesh stands at a crucial turning point in its economic and technological journey. While the digital economy has grown rapidly over the past decade, most visibly through mobile financial services (MFS), cash still dominates everyday transactions.
17 August 2025
Fiscal fragility weakens economic recovery
29 April 2025
Bangladesh’s economy is showing early signs of recovery after two years of sustained macroeconomic stress.
29 April 2025
IMF’s rigidity risks hindering our recovery momentum
20 April 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has decided to prolong its discussions with Bangladesh, aiming to reach a staff-level agreement for the next tranche of its $4.7 billion support package.
20 April 2025
Why some nations rise while others stagnate
Why do some nations prosper while others remain mired in poverty or stagnation? Why do countries that once showed promise -- like Argentina or South Africa -- struggle to sustain momentum? And what allows certain countries, such as Japan or China, to achieve lasting economic transformation?
15 April 2025
FY25 budget reaction: The direction of the budget is correct
The fundamental challenge facing policymakers in implementing a contractionary budget will be patience
7 June 2024
Budget embraces correct strategic direction
The proposed national budget for FY25 has remained a widely speculated topic for the people of this country. Bangladesh has been navigating a precarious global economy over the last 24 months, and the economic aftereffects of Covid-19 and the Ukraine-Russia have not only complicated macroeconomic management but created widespread concerns across both domestic and international actors.
6 June 2024
Budget embraces correct strategic direction
The recently proposed national budget for FY25 has remained a widely speculated topic for the people of this country
6 June 2024
FY2025 budget can be our chance to stabilise economy
The upcoming budget is crucial for shaping the strategic direction that the government will craft to trigger a sustainable recovery.
24 May 2024
Taming Inflation: Let the orthodox monetary policy work
Uncontrolled inflationary pressure is one of the most problematic phenomena in the country.
19 March 2024