Central Bank Decisions
Bangladesh Bank Maintains Policy Rate at 10% to Combat Persistent Inflation
05 Oct 2026
The Bangladesh Bank has kept its repo rate unchanged at 10% in its monetary policy statement for the July-December 2026-27 period. The central bank continues to maintain a contractionary stance to address inflation, which has consistently exceeded targets for six consecutive years.
Why it matters
The decision underscores the central bank's commitment to curbing excess demand and managing inflationary pressures, which remain a significant challenge for the domestic economy and currency stability.