Dhaka, Feb. 7 -- Bangladesh Bank is scheduled to announce its monetary policy stance for the second half of FY26 on Monday (February 9, 2026), amid persistent inflationary pressures and weakening momentum in the real sector. Advisers to the interim government have been pressing for a reduction in the policy rate, contending that the central bank's rate has had limited effectiveness in curbing inflation. They argue that maintaining a high rate constrains investment and hamper economic growth, and therefore advocate for a downward adjustment. The key question, however, is whether the central bank will prioritise growth by cutting rates or maintain its current stance to safeguard price stability. A detailed assessment of the macroeconomic co...