Quick Import Scenario of FY25

Bangladesh’s import activities registered a modest recovery in the fiscal year FY25 after two consecutive years of decline, according to Bangladesh Bank data. The total import value stood at US$68.35 billion (C&F), up from US$66.72 billion in FY24, marking a 2.4% growth.

Apart this rise, the overall import pattern indicates mixed economic signals. Imports of capital goods essential for industrial expansion fell by 10% in FY25, reflecting sluggish investment and slow industrial activities. Capital goods accounted for only 14% of total imports, underscoring weaker private sector confidence.
On the contrary, intermediate goods imports, which make up about 60% of total imports, increased by 6%, suggesting a gradual recovery in industrial production. A significant rise in RMG raw material imports supported the country’s export-oriented industries.

Food grain imports surged to 1.04 million tonnes, a 16% year-on-year increase, alongside higher consumer goods demand. However, economists caution that rising dependency on essential imports highlights domestic production challenges.

The Taka’s depreciation against the US dollar from BDT 103.72 in FY24 to BDT 110.48 in FY25 further increased import costs, adding inflationary pressures and raising operational challenges for businesses.
Overall, the modest growth in imports reflects stable domestic demand and export resilience, but the decline in capital goods highlights limited industrial investment.