AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoExport Push: Bangladesh could lift annual exports to the UK from $4.67 billion to $10 billion by doubling its import-market share to 1%, but speakers say exporters must diversify beyond garments and meet tougher standards. Investment Shift: Dhaka wants future Chinese financing to favour investment over state loans. Chinese firm KPST will invest $7.01 million in a second Mirsharai factory, creating 200 jobs. Economic Outlook: The IMF projects Bangladesh’s growth will slow to 3.2% in FY27 as inflation rises to 10.9%. Workers and Industry: Wages have lagged inflation for 56 months, squeezing purchasing power; garment leaders are also urging cleaner production and greater transparency to protect export competitiveness. Clean Energy: PKSF and the Finance Division have signed a Tk 500 crore solar financing deal, with loans to end users at 6%.
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