Bangladesh’s economic momentum eased slightly in March, according to the latest Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) published jointly by the Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MCCI) and Policy Exchange Bangladesh (PEB).
The March 2025 PMI reading fell by 2.9 points from February, landing at 61.7, signifying a slower—yet still robust—rate of expansion.
The dip was largely driven by a moderation in the pace of growth across agriculture, manufacturing, and construction sectors. In contrast, the services sector recorded a quicker rate of expansion, partially offsetting the broader slowdown.
Developed by MCCI and PEB, with technical input from the Singapore Institute of Purchasing and Materials Management (SIPMM) and support from the UK Government, the PMI serves as a leading economic indicator designed to offer timely insights to businesses, investors, and policymakers.
Despite the marginal slowdown, the overall reading remains well above the 50-point threshold, indicating sustained economic growth.
