TDS Desk:

Bangladesh received US$2,166 million in remittances during the first 26 days of October, marking an 11.1 percent year-on-year increase, according to the latest data released by the Bangladesh Bank (BB) on Tuesday.

During the same period last year, the country recorded remittance inflows of $1,949 million.

From July to October 26 of the ongoing 2025–26 fiscal year, expatriate Bangladeshis sent a total of $9,752 million, up from $8,492 million during the corresponding period of the previous fiscal year.

Remittances continue to play a vital role in supporting Bangladesh’s foreign exchange reserves and overall balance of payments. As of the latest data released Monday, the country’s reserves stood at $32.18 billion. However, under the International Monetary Fund (IMF) methodology—outlined in the Balance of Payments and International Investment Position Manual (BPM6)—the reserves are calculated at $27.38 billion, according to the Bangladesh Bank.

The steady rise in remittance inflows offers some relief to policymakers as Bangladesh manages external pressures and works to stabilize its foreign currency position.