Bangladesh’s point-to-point inflation rate dropped below 9% in June 2025 for the first time in 27 months, marking a notable shift in the country’s prolonged battle with rising prices.
According to newly released data, the inflation rate in June stood at 8.48%, down from 9.05% in May. This is the first time since March 2023 that inflation has dipped below the 9% threshold.
Over the past two years, inflation in Bangladesh remained persistently high, peaking at 11.66% in July 2024—its highest level during the 27-month stretch.
Soaring commodity prices, supply chain disruptions, and global economic volatility contributed to the prolonged period of elevated inflation.
The latest data shows a significant drop in food inflation, which fell to 7.39% in June, compared to 8.59% in the previous month. Non-food inflation also saw a modest decline, easing to 9.37% in June from 9.42% in May.
Despite the recent easing of price pressures, the government’s target of keeping average inflation within 6.5% for the fiscal year 2024–25 was not met.
The average inflation rate over the 12-month period from July 2024 to June 2025 was recorded at 10.03%.
Economists have cautiously welcomed the latest figures, citing improved domestic supply conditions and stabilizing import costs as contributing factors.
However, they warn that the inflation outlook remains sensitive to both domestic and global economic developments.
Efforts to stabilize prices and improve purchasing power are expected to remain a key policy focus as the government navigates the fiscal year ahead.
