Navigating the Anomalies in Fixed Deposit and Treasury Yield Rates in Bangladesh
30 Jun, 2024

I went to a leading commercial bank and inquired about long-term Fixed Deposit rates. They offer up to 3 years in tenor but also mentioned that long-term rates are lower than short-term rates. They expect rates to decline in 6 months.

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Savings Certificates vs. T-Bonds: Which Investment Offers Better After-Tax Returns?
25 Jun, 2024

Tax season is around the corner. Two popular ways to get investment tax rebates are via investing in Savings Certificates and T-Bonds.

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Analyzing Bangladesh's Rising Inflation: The Impact of Monetary Policy and External Factors
30 May, 2024

BBS reported inflation numbers for May 2024. CPI rose to 9.89% from 9.74% (April). Food inflation rose to 10.76% from 10.22% and non-food inflation fell to 9.19% from 9.34%.

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Analyzing Food Inflation: Insights from the Khichuri Price Index
22 May, 2024

Quick update on the food inflation per the Khichuri Index.

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Reassessing Government Borrowing Strategies: The Case for Short-Term Treasury Securities
11 May, 2024

When borrowing rates are high, it's smarter to borrow less in longer durations and borrow more in shorter. That means the borrower is not locking up high rates for long term.

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