Remittance surge strengthens economic lifeline
The foreign workers’ remittance inflow has increased in March which reflected resilience in overseas earnings and providing a vital role to improvement of the country’s economy and foreign exchange reserves.
According to the latest data of Bangladesh Bank (BB), the foreign remittances reached $240 million between in two days, contributing to a total of $3,332 million during the period from 1 March to 28 March.
The BB data also showed that the figure has marked as 3.8 percent growth compared to the same period in March 2025 when it were stood at $3,209 million. The upward trend signals improved confidence among expatriate workers and strengthened formal remittance channels which continue to play a critical role in stabilizing Bangladesh’s economy.
On a broader scale, cumulative remittance inflows in last one year (July 2025 to 28 March 2026) reached $25,785 million. This represents that at least 18.8 percent has increase compared to $21,699 million during the same period in the previous fiscal year (July 2024 to March 2025).
Bangladesh Economic Association former general secretary Professor Dr. Md. Aynul Islam stated that this growth shows as a positive indicator for balance of payments, helping offset import pressures and supporting currency stability.
The consistent rise in remittance inflows is also expected to enhance rural consumption, reduce poverty levels, and strengthen overall economic activity, he added.
With the foreign remittances are continuing to serve as a lifeline for a big number of families represent as millions families. The policymakers are emphasizing the importance of sustaining this momentum through incentives, digital transfer systems and measures to curb informal channels.
