Banks turn to bonds amid uncertainty
Bangladesh is facing a worrying decline in private sector investment, exacerbated by prolonged political instability. The country’s banking sector has witnessed a surge in excess liquid assets, reaching Tk2.15 lakh crore at the end of December 2024, compared to Tk1.63 lakh crore a year earlier. According to a report (https://bdreports24.com/private-investment-dips-multi-year-low) published in this news portal on Friday, this stark increase, largely driven by reduced private sector borrowing, signals a deep-rooted economic uncertainty that could have long-term ramifications.