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US Interest Rate Hike: Potential Implications for Bangladesh

The increase in US interest rates may lead to a weaker taka and higher borrowing costs for Bangladesh.

The Business Standard ยท 17 September 2026, 9:00 PM

The recent hike in US interest rates could potentially weaken the Bangladeshi taka and increase borrowing costs within the country. While these financial shifts are anticipated, the long-term consequences for Bangladesh's export sector and the inflow of remittances remain uncertain at this stage.