Bangladesh's Foreign Reserves Surge to $32.48 Billion, Reports Central Bank

The Chronify

December 17, 2025

Bangladesh's total foreign exchange reserves rise further, marking significant growth

Bangladesh's foreign exchange reserves have increased further, reaching $32.48 billion (32482.88 million USD), as reported by the central bank. This increase reflects a positive shift in the nation's economic standing.

According to Arif Hossain Khan, Executive Director and Spokesperson of Bangladesh Bank, the reserves as of December 17, 2025, have crossed the significant $32 billion threshold, a marked improvement from the $32.12 billion reported earlier in December.

As per the International Monetary Fund (IMF) BPM-6 accounting method, the reserves are calculated at $27.82 billion. The gross reserves have shown a steady rise, surpassing the previous figures of $32.12 billion in early December, and the IMF’s BPM-6 calculation method indicated reserves at $27.45 billion.

It is important to note that net reserves are calculated according to the IMF's BPM-6 measurement. By deducting short-term liabilities from the total reserves, the net reserve figure is derived, giving a clearer picture of the country’s actual financial standing.

This growth in reserves highlights Bangladesh's financial stability, a key indicator for international confidence in the nation's economic resilience.