Dhaka, 11 December 2025 – Bangladesh Bank has purchased an additional 149 million US dollars through its foreign exchange auctions, acquiring the currency from 16 commercial banks, the central bank confirmed on Thursday. The information was provided by the Bangladesh Bank spokesperson, Arif Hossain Khan.
Purpose of Dollar Purchases
Arif Hossain Khan explained that the purchases aim to stabilise the foreign exchange market while safeguarding the interests of exporters and remittance earners.
“Currently, the supply of dollars in the market exceeds demand. Since July, Bangladesh Bank has been buying dollars periodically to maintain market stability and protect the earnings of exporters and overseas Bangladeshis,” he said.
So far, a total of $2.663 billion has been procured since the programme began in July.
Auction Details
The latest acquisition was conducted through the Foreign Exchange (FX) Auction Committee’s Multiple Price Auction system, where the dollar rate ranged from BDT 122.25 to BDT 122.29 per USD.
| Date | Number of Banks | Dollar Amount | Rate (BDT/USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 July | 18 | $171 million | 121.50 |
| 15 July | – | $313 million | 121.50 |
| 23 July | – | $10 million | 121.95 |
| 7, 10, 14, 28 Aug | – | Various amounts | Various rates |
| 2, 4, 9, 15, 22 Sep | – | Various amounts | Various rates |
| 6, 9, 24 Oct | – | Various amounts | Various rates |
| 9 Dec | – | Significant amount | – |
| 11 Dec | 16 | $149 million | 122.25–122.29 |
Background and Market Context
Since July, Bangladesh Bank has been systematically purchasing dollars at different rates to strengthen its foreign currency reserves and mitigate market volatility. These steps ensure that exporters receive fair value for their earnings in dollars and that remittance inflows from Bangladeshis abroad are preserved without undue fluctuation in the local currency.
According to officials, the central bank continues to monitor market conditions closely and will conduct further auctions as necessary to maintain liquidity and stability in the forex market.
This sustained intervention highlights the bank’s commitment to supporting the nation’s trade and remittance-dependent economy amid fluctuating global currency dynamics.