Bangladesh’s Exports Hit $4.25Bn in March – 11.44% YoY Growth

• Bangladesh Exports Hit USD 4.25 Bn in March, marking an 11.44% YoY growth Source

• UK to offer 92% Duty-Free Access to Bangladeshi products after 2029 Source

• Chinese Handa Industries to invest USD 150 Mn in Textile & Garment sectors in Bangladesh Source

• Foreign investors at summit Reaffirm Commitment to Bangladesh's market and reforms Source

• Top US firms pledge to Deepen BD-US Economic Partnership and investment links Source

• Bangladesh signs MoU with NASA, joins Artemis Accords for Space Exploration Source

• China’s Commerce Minister to Visit BD with 200 Investors to Boost FDI Source

• Spanish retail giant Inditex plans to Strengthen Sourcing from Bangladesh Source

• BRICS-backed bank to provide USD 1 Bn in Lending to Bangladesh Development Projects Source

• Power producer to Sell Directly to Consumer, MoU signed for floating solar project Source

• South Korean Companies Announce Significant Investment Plans in Bangladesh Source

Economy & Banking

• Growth Jumps to 4.48% in Q2: Bangladesh’s economic growth rose to 4.48% in Q2 FY25, driven by moderate recovery across sectors, according to BBS. Source

• External Deficit Narrows by 75%: Bangladesh's Balance of Payments deficit shrank by 75% in July-Feb due to rising remittances and export gains. Source

• Inflation Inches Up to 9.35% in March: Inflation rose marginally from 9.32% in February, pushed by rising non-food prices. Source

• Policy Rate May Be Lowered if Inflation Falls Below 8%: Bangladesh Bank assured the IMF it would consider a rate cut if inflation dips under 8%. Source

• NBR Says No to IMF’s Extra BDT 570 Bn Target: The National Board of Revenue said it cannot meet IMF’s revised tax collection demand due to economic constraints. Source

Industry & Investment

• Handa Industries to Invest USD 150 Mn in RMG: The Chinese firm will invest in textile, dyeing, and garments across economic zones. Source

• Inditex Seeks to Strengthen Sourcing from BD: The Spanish retail giant emphasized stronger ties with Bangladesh’s apparel sector. Source

• Holcim Reaffirms Commitment to Bangladesh Market: The cement giant remains invested in the growing infrastructure demand. Source

• Bangladesh Sees Interest in Consumer, Pharma, Renewable Energy: Sectors like light engineering, e-commerce, and agro-processing saw strong interest from summit attendees. Source

• Agro-Processing Seen as Next Big Export Engine: BD’s USD 7.3 Bn food market draws attention from investors to boost value-added agri exports. Source

• ShopUp & Sary Merge, Raise USD 110 Mn: The merger is expected to accelerate entry into the Saudi market under the new “Silq Group” brand. Source

Trade & Commerce

• Exports Hit USD 4.25 Bn in March: Export earnings grew by 11.44% YoY in March, led by apparel sector performance. Source

• UK to Offer 92% Duty-Free Access Post-2029: The UK announced 92% of Bangladeshi products will enjoy duty-free access beyond 2029. Source

• Govt Commits to Maintain Smooth Exports After India Ends Transshipment: The Commerce Adviser said BD will ensure RMG export stability despite India’s move. Source

International

• Trump Grants 90-Day Tariff Pause: President Trump agreed to a 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs following BD's diplomatic efforts. Source

• China's Commerce Minister to Visit with 200 Investors: China is sending a major delegation to explore investment in BD next month. Source

• South Korea to Ramp Up Investment in BD: Korean firms announced major investment plans during a meeting with the Chief Adviser. Source