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Khabor Wala Desk
Published: 9th January 2026, 6:03 AM
Bangladesh Bank has released the latest official exchange rates of the Bangladeshi Taka (BDT) against a range of foreign currencies. The rates, published on Friday, 9 January 2026, reflect minor fluctuations influenced by movements in international currency markets and the overall economic environment in Bangladesh.
The central bank emphasises that these rates are indicative for general transactions and may vary slightly across commercial banks and foreign exchange bureaus. Changes in foreign trade, remittance inflows, and global economic trends are key factors affecting the valuation of the Taka.
For ease of reference, the exchange rates of major foreign currencies against the Bangladeshi Taka as of Thursday, 8 January 2026, are summarised below:
| Foreign Currency | Exchange Rate (BDT) |
|---|---|
| Saudi Riyal (SAR) | 32.63 |
| Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) | 30.11 |
| Singapore Dollar (SGD) | 95.21 |
| Dubai Dirham (AED) | 33.32 |
| Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD) | 398.14 |
| US Dollar (USD) | 122.36 |
| Brunei Dollar (BND) | 95.20 |
| South Korean Won (KRW) | 0.08 |
| Japanese Yen (JPY) | 0.79 |
| Omani Rial (OMR) | 317.93 |
| Libyan Dinar (LYD) | 22.54 |
| Qatari Riyal (QAR) | 33.61 |
| Bahraini Dinar (BHD) | 325.17 |
| Canadian Dollar (CAD) | 88.52 |
| Chinese Renminbi (CNY) | 17.50 |
| Euro (EUR) | 142.81 |
| Australian Dollar (AUD) | 82.08 |
| Maldivian Rufiyaa (MVR) | 7.91 |
| Iraqi Dinar (IQD) | 0.09 |
| South African Rand (ZAR) | 7.47 |
| British Pound (GBP) | 164.62 |
| Turkish Lira (TRY) | 2.84 |
| Indian Rupee (INR) | 1.35 |
Analysts note that while the Bangladeshi Taka has remained relatively stable against most major currencies, certain fluctuations in high-value currencies such as the Kuwaiti Dinar, Bahraini Dinar, and Omani Rial are primarily driven by shifting oil prices and regional economic developments.
Bangladesh Bank has reiterated that these exchange rates are subject to revision as required to reflect ongoing changes in global financial markets and domestic economic conditions. Businesses, importers, exporters, and remittance recipients are advised to monitor rates closely before conducting transactions.
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