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Economy & Finance ★ Editor's Pick Jul 25, 2026

Bangladesh Classified Loan Accounts Double to 45.83 Lakh as Retail Defaults Surge

The number of classified loan accounts in Bangladesh's banking sector more than doubled to 45.83 lakh in March 2026, with the most dramatic surge in retail loans. NPL ratio rose to 32.7%, with Bangladesh Bank warning of 'mass retail-level deterioration' and 'widespread financial stress'.

Economy & Finance ★ Editor's Pick Jul 24, 2026

Bangladesh Bets on Investment-Led Growth Strategy to Create Jobs and Boost Revenue

The Bangladesh government has adopted an investment-led economic strategy aimed at creating jobs, boosting production, and raising revenue without increasing tax rates. Finance and Planning Adviser Rashed Al Mahmud Titumir unveiled the model at the Bengal Delta Conference 2026.

Economy & Finance ★ Editor's Pick Jul 24, 2026

Bangladesh Trade Deficit Widens 24% to $23.98 Billion as Exports Fall and Capital Imports Slump

Bangladesh's trade deficit surged nearly 24 percent to $23.98 billion in FY 2025-26 as exports fell and capital machinery imports dropped 10.68%. A record $35.5 billion in remittances cushioned the external sector from severe distress.

Economy & Finance ★ Editor's Pick Jul 20, 2026

Bangladesh GDP Growth Declines for Third Consecutive Quarter, BBS Data Shows

Bangladesh's GDP growth declined for the third consecutive quarter, with the January-March quarter growing only 2.22%, down from 4.96% in Q1 and 3.03% in Q2. The industry sector contracted by 0.28%, raising concerns about the country's economic momentum.

Economy & Finance ★ Editor's Pick Jul 16, 2026

Bangladesh Proposes New Law Allowing Private Firms to Recover Defaulted Loans

The Bangladesh government has proposed the Distressed Asset Management Act (DAMA), which would allow licensed private companies to purchase, restructure, and recover defaulted loans. With distressed loans at Tk 10.91 trillion (nearly 60% of all disbursed loans), the law aims to clean up bank balance sheets and restore credit flow.

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