The Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) says that while the interim government has curbed inflation over the past year, deep-rooted institutional weaknesses — particularly low revenue collection — continue to threaten Bangladesh’s economic stability.

Presenting a scorecard at a Dhaka dialogue on “365 Days of the Interim Government”, CPD Executive Director Fahmida Khatun said inflation control fell into the green zone, but governance, foreign reserves, and banking reforms remain in yellow or red.

She noted that GDP growth has been slowed by political instability, low private investment, and weak credit flow. “Exports, imports, reserves, and remittances are up, but foreign investment is low, and gas and electricity crises persist,” she added.

The think tank flagged fragile banks, slow labour policy updates, and inadequate LDC graduation preparations. While praising moves like SME loan quotas and a renewable energy policy, CPD said social sector investment and major reforms are still lacking.

With elections due in February 2026, CPD warned that large-scale reforms are unlikely soon, urging the government to sustain macroeconomic stability, control inflation, and expand support for the poor.