Staff Reporter | Dhaka | Sunday, September 7, 2025
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angladesh has once again witnessed a surprise in the exchange rate of the US dollar against the taka. The rising dollar price in the market is already affecting import costs, debt repayments, and consumer goods prices.
According to Bangladesh Bank and money exchange sources, on Sunday (September 7), the interbank exchange rate of the US dollar was around Tk 122.50. In the open market, the rate was slightly higher. Economists noted that this sharp increase compared to last week is particularly significant.
Experts believe that growing pressure from foreign debt repayments, a slowdown in remittance inflows, and rising import demand are driving up the dollar’s demand. This is putting continuous pressure on the taka, making inflation control increasingly difficult.
Economist Dr. Selim Hossain commented, “If this abnormal fluctuation in the dollar’s exchange rate against the taka continues for long, the cost of living for ordinary people will rise further.”
