Market Overview

In 2025, Bangladesh is undergoing significant governmental reforms to enhance democratic governance and stimulate economic growth. The interim administration, led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, is preparing for upcoming elections and is committed to establishing a more inclusive political framework. The newly formed National Citizens’ Party (NCP), emerging from student-led movements, advocates for a “second […]

In 2025, Bangladesh introduced significant legal reforms in cybersecurity and banking. The Cyber Security Ordinance 2024 grants the Director General of the National Cyber Security Agency extensive powers, including content restriction and user data access, raising concerns about potential overreach and infringement on freedom of expression.   Concurrently, the Bank Resolution Ordinance 2025 empowers the Bangladesh Bank to intervene

Bangladesh’s strategic engagement in trade agreements and economic partnerships is pivotal as it approaches its 2026 graduation from Least Developed Country (LDC) status. To mitigate potential challenges from losing preferential market access, Bangladesh has proactively developed a Regional Trade Agreement (RTA) Policy in 2022. Under this framework, the country has initiated negotiations for significant agreements,

Manufacturing, agriculture, construction, and energy shape Bangladesh’s economic landscape. The manufacturing sector, led by textiles and garments, remains the backbone of exports. Agriculture supports employment and food security, with modernization efforts improving productivity. The IT sector is rapidly growing, driven by government incentives and a thriving startup ecosystem. Construction is expanding due to infrastructure megaprojects, including highways, bridges, and urban developments. The energy

Bangladesh’s economy is projected to grow between 3% and 5% in 2025, facing hurdles like political instability, inflation, and banking sector challenges. Inflation is expected to decline within the 7-8% range, but high non-performing loans (NPLs) in the banking sector remain a concern. The country’s graduation from the LDC category in 2026 will reshape trade