Energy crisis, rising costs squeeze Bangladesh's garment industry
Energy crisis, rising costs squeeze Bangladesh's garment industry

Bangladeshs garment sector is facing mounting pressure from a deepening energy crisis and rising production costs, threatening exports, employment and economic stability. Prolonged power outages, surging fuel and raw material prices, and weakening global demand have forced factories to cut...

Bangladesh garment exports to US face decline as Vietnam, Cambodia gain ground
Bangladesh garment exports to US face decline as Vietnam, Cambodia gain ground

Bangladeshs ready-made garment sector is experiencing a challenging period in the United States market, with exports declining amid global trade uncertainty and shifting competition. In 2025, the sector struggled in the U.S. due to factors such as reciprocal tariffs, reduced consumer spending,...