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Economic Crosswinds: The Taka Faces New Global Pressures
To stabilize the economy, policymakers face a critical trade-off between allowing BDT depreciation—which benefits exporters but fuels inflation—and hiking interest rates at the expense of business growth.
The Looming Persian Storm: Why Bangladesh Cannot Afford to Defy Economic Gravity Again
An escalating conflict in the Middle East poses a severe threat to Bangladesh's economy through surging energy import costs and potential disruptions to remittance inflows.
The New Battle for Bangladesh
Bangladesh’s post-Hasina politics is marked by a fierce contest between old elites and rising aspirants vying to fill newly opened power spaces. This debate is simply one front in this broader elite struggle reshaping the country’s political future.
August 3: The Gulshan Protest
What began as a quiet assembly of think tanks, NGOs, and corporate professionals quickly spiraled into something much larger. By midday, Gulshan 2 was no longer just a financial hub; it was a battleground of voices.
How Can We Revive Bangladesh’s Capital Markets?
The capital market in Bangladesh faces three core challenges: market integrity, market depth, and demand
Should Banks Invest in Govt. Securities?
The path forward lies in coordinated monetary and fiscal reforms that align incentives and create conditions for sustainable credit growth
Childhood’s End
The future belongs to those who can skillfully maneuver on the world stage