Bangladesh’s export revenue for the first two months of 2025-26 fiscal year reached $8.69 billion, showing a growth of 10.61 per cent compared to the same period last year.
However, despite this overall positive growth, August saw a slight dip in year-on-year earnings. Exports for August 2025 were recorded at $3.92 billion, a decrease of 2.93 per cent from the $4.03 billion achieved in August 2024.
During August, remittances sent by expatriates reached $2.08 billion in just 27 days, providing a steady inflow to the economy.
Global supply chains were affected by US tariffs, leading to a drop in demand and fewer export orders from international buyers. However, following successful tariff negotiations with the United States, export orders saw a significant uptick, according to local businesses.
The Export Promotion Bureau (EPB) acknowledged that while the initial months of the fiscal year reflect robust export performance, the decline in August highlights the ongoing challenges within Bangladesh’s export sector amid shifting global demand and market conditions.
