Dhaka, Mar 28 (V7N)- As Bangladesh's global trade footprint continues to expand, the demand for foreign currency exchange remains a critical driver of the national economy. Below are the official exchange rates for the Bangladeshi Taka (BDT) against major global currencies for Saturday, March 28, 2026.

Official Exchange Rates (BDT)

Currency Name Exchange Rate
US Dollar (USD) 122.75 Taka
Euro (EUR) 140.13 Taka
British Pound (GBP) 162.30 Taka
Indian Rupee (INR) 1.33 Taka
Saudi Riyal (SAR) 31.39 Taka
Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) 30.00 Taka
Singapore Dollar (SGD) 95.58 Taka
Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD) 398.45 Taka
Australian Dollar (AUD) 85.68 Taka

Note: Exchange rates are subject to market volatility and may vary between banking institutions and authorized money changers.

Economic Outlook: Impact of the Middle East Crisis

The stability of the Taka is currently facing significant pressure due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which entered its second month today. Several factors are influencing the current financial climate:

  • Energy Costs & Reserves: The de facto closure of the Strait of Hormuz has disrupted roughly 20% of global oil and gas shipments. For Bangladesh, this has led to a surge in import costs, with the government recently approving an emergency $2 billion in external funding to secure LNG and diesel supplies.

  • Fuel Shortages: While the Finance Ministry has attributed recent local pump closures to "black marketing" and panic buying, the broader supply chain remains strained. However, state-run Petrobangla confirmed today that 1.92 lakh tonnes of LNG are scheduled to arrive from Australia, Indonesia, and the US within the next 10 days to stabilize the power grid.

  • Remittance Resilience: Despite the regional unrest, remittance inflows from expatriates—particularly those in the Gulf—have remained resilient. This steady stream of foreign currency is vital for maintaining the country's foreign exchange reserves, which currently stand at approximately $29.64 billion (BPM6 method).

  • Inflationary Pressure: With Brent crude prices hovering near $115–$120 per barrel, point-to-point inflation in Bangladesh reached 9.13% in February. Economists warn that prolonged energy disruptions could further impact the cost of transportation and essential food items.

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