Dhaka, Aug. 5 -- Despite ongoing uncertainty caused by unsettled reciprocal tariffs imposed by the United States, Bangladesh's export earnings began the new fiscal year (FY2025-26) on a robust note, recording a significant year-on-year increase in July.
According to the latest data from the Export Promotion Bureau (EPB), Bangladesh's exports in July-the first month of FY26-totalled $4.78 billion, up 24.9 per cent from $3.82 billion in the same month last year (FY2024-25).
While overall export growth for FY25 stood at 8.55 per cent compared to FY24, exports dipped by 7.55 per cent in June, the final month of FY25. Total exports for FY25 reached $48.28 billion, up from $44.47 billion the previous year.
The ready-made garment (RMG) sector, ...