, Jan. 25 -- Bangladesh's economic outlook for 2026 reflects a balance between moderate growth potential-estimated at around 5 percent-and persistent structural challenges with inflation expected to ease gradually, according to the Economic Update & Outlook (January) published by the Planning Ministry.

The report, published by the General Economics Division (GED) of the Bangladesh Planning Commission, said sustaining growth will depend on stronger governance, policy consistency and increased investment in skills and technology to reduce over-reliance on the readymade garment sector.

These reforms are seen as crucial as Bangladesh moves closer to graduating from least developed country status and navigates a democratic transition.

The G...