The BNP government's sweeping election victory has raised public expectations, but it faces an economy burdened by inflation, weak investment and shrinking fiscal space, the economist says

From banking reform to LDC graduation, he outlines the economic priorities he believes can shape a smoother transition

With inflation still biting, revenues lagging and borrowing pressures rising, the new fiscal plan is expected to test how far policy can stretch before economic constraints push…

After four years in which inflation repeatedly shrugged off official efforts to contain it, the BNP government bets it can succeed where previous administrations fell short

Higher foreign borrowing and ambitious revenue targets will be central to financing the government's plans

The BNP government's sweeping election victory has raised public expectations, but it faces an economy burdened by inflation, weak investment and shrinking fiscal space, the…

While businesses and investors stand to benefit from a range of incentives, the budget raises taxes, trims reliefs and adds compliance burdens for many middle-income and marginal…

While businesses and investors stand to benefit from a range of incentives, the budget raises taxes, trims reliefs and adds compliance burdens for many middle-income and marginal…