Bangladesh
Bangladesh continues to grapple with near double-digit inflation, driven primarily by rising food prices. Inflation rose slightly to 9.89% YoY May, with the central bank
June 7, 2024
Bangladesh continues to grapple with near double-digit inflation, driven primarily by rising food prices. Inflation rose slightly to 9.89% YoY May, with the central bank
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