Dhaka: Bangladesh received US$1.967 billion in workers’ remittances during the first 18 days of August 2026, marking a 31 percent increase compared to US$1.502 billion received during the corresponding period of August 2025.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the latest remittance data shows that the country received US$80 million on August 18 alone. The inflow of remittances has significantly boosted the cumulative remittance receipts since July 2026 to US$4.826 billion, compared to US$3.980 billion during the corresponding period of the previous fiscal year.
This represents a 21.3 percent year-on-year growth in remittance inflows during the period from July 2026 to August 18, 2026. The increase in remittances is a crucial factor for Bangladesh’s economy, providing vital foreign exchange and supporting numerous households across the nation.