From tobacco to appliances and imports, revised taxes and tariffs are expected to ripple through consumer markets
June 11, 2026
Staff Correspondent
bdnews24.com
The government has proposed raising import duties and tax rates on several products in the new fiscal year, which may push up the prices of a range of goods and services.
Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury unveiled the Tk 9.38 trillion budget for fiscal year 2026-27 in parliament at 3pm on Thursday.
The proposed prices have been put forward to “optimally balance” revenue potential and health risks, the finance minister says
The budget proposes to reduce the source tax rate on 60 daily essentials, basic agricultural products and consumer goods
Tax relief is also being provided on the import of raw materials for industries producing poultry, dairy, and fish feed
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