Dhaka, Nov. 14 -- The export performance of the readymade garment (RMG) sector, the country's largest foreign currency earner, has been severely affected by multiple factors, including new US tariffs, a sluggish global economy, and local challenges in securing complex, small-sized orders, industry insiders say.

They also point to political uncertainty and election-related concerns as contributing factors that have shaken buyers' confidence.

Bangladesh has witnessed a decline in export earnings from RMG shipments for three consecutive months-August, September and October 2025 -- compared to the same months in 2024.

Data from the Export Promotion Bureau (EPB) shows a negative growth of 4.75 per cent in August, 5.66 per cent in September,...