Dhaka, Aug 22 (V7N) – Bangladesh’s trade and remittance flows continue to drive foreign currency transactions, with exchange rates showing mixed trends over the past week. While most major currencies remained relatively stable, the US dollar weakened slightly, and the British pound registered a notable gain.

According to NCC Bank data, the US dollar traded between Tk 122.40 and Tk 122.50, marking a decline of around 30 paisa compared to last week. The euro remained largely unchanged, with rates ranging from Tk 144.51 on Sunday to Tk 145.41 at the week’s peak.

The British pound strengthened by about Tk 2, reaching a high of Tk 168.66, while the lowest rate stood at Tk 167.07. The Australian dollar saw modest movement, trading between Tk 79.91 and Tk 80.17.

The Singapore dollar appreciated slightly, peaking at Tk 97.90 on Thursday, compared to its weekly low of Tk 96.90. Meanwhile, the Malaysian ringgit held steady, fluctuating between Tk 28 and Tk 29.

The Saudi riyal traded consistently at around Tk 32, while the Indian rupee’s highest rate was recorded at Tk 1.44.

Despite minor fluctuations, overall market stability was maintained, supported by steady remittance inflows and increasing trade activities, analysts noted.

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