Publish: 16:53, 23 Dec, 2024 Updated: 17:16, 23 Dec, 2024

Bangladesh's forex reserves reach $20bn

UNB, Dhaka
Bangladesh's forex reserves reach $20bn

The country's foreign exchange reserves have surged to $20 billion, driven by an increase in remittances from the expatriates.

Bangladesh Bank’s spokesperson and Executive Director Husne Ara Shikha said the current reserve, as of December 22, stands at $24.84 billion (or $2,484 million) based on the bank's latest data.    

But the reserves are officially recorded at $20 billion in line with the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) BPM-6 accounting methodology.

Earlier on November 6, the reserves had reached the $20 billion mark, but there was a gradual decline following that, with the reserves dipping below $19 billion during the first week of December.

Despite this dip, the inflow of remittances has provided a crucial boost to the national reserves.

During the first 21 days of December, Bangladesh received $2.07 billion in remittances, a significant rise compared to $1.575 billion and $1.572 billion received in October and November, respectively.

The growing flow of remittances indicates improved financial support from Bangladesh's diaspora, contributing positively to the country's foreign exchange reserves.

This positive trend in remittances, along with other financial factors, is expected to continue strengthening Bangladesh's foreign exchange position, offering a buffer against global economic challenges.

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