Asif Khan.
Bangladesh Bank’s record profit, explained
Bangladesh Bank’s earnings surged as banks and the government borrowed more, raising questions over whether record central bank profits reflect strength or stress in the economy.
What Bangladesh Bank’s rate cut really signals
Prioritizing economic growth over sticky inflation, Bangladesh Bank's rate cut signals a pivot toward rescuing private investment—but its success hinges on letting the currency flex and abandoning conflicting administrative caps.
Why a 4% Cap is a Bad Idea
In an effort to manage borrowing costs and ease pressure on businesses, Bangladesh Bank recently introduced a 4% cap on the lending-deposit spread -- the margin between what a bank pays its depositors
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.
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
Why Bangladesh Bank is Prioritising FX Reserves over Inflation in its Rate Decisions
At the end of May 2025, the inflation rate stood at 9.05%, while the policy interest rate was 10.00% and the 91-day treasury bill yield was as high as 12.02%
Listing More Govt Firms Won’t Strengthen Capital Market Unless Reforms Come First
Initially, the motivation for listing SOEs was to encourage better governance through market discipline. However, no meaningful effort has been made to assess whether listed SOEs actually outperform their unlisted peers