Dhaka: Bangladesh Bank (BB) today purchased $100 million from six commercial banks through multiple auction methods.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the central bank acquired these dollars at the rate of Tk 122.75. This purchase is part of BB’s ongoing efforts to stabilize the taka against the US dollar and boost remittance and export inflows. The total amount purchased in May 2026 reached $310 million, contributing to a cumulative total of $5,983.50 million for the fiscal year 2025-26.
Sources indicated that this strategic move by the BB is aimed at revitalizing the national currency and ensuring a steady flow of remittances and exports, which are crucial for the country’s economic stability.