Tue, 10 Mar 2026

Bangladeshi Taka Shows Mixed Trends Against Global Currencies

Khaborwala Online Desk

Published: 09 Mar 2026, 11:38 am

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As Bangladesh continues to deepen its trade and financial links with countries across the globe, knowledge of the latest foreign exchange rates against the Bangladeshi Taka (BDT) has become essential for businesses, investors, and travellers alike. Monitoring currency movements is particularly crucial amid fluctuating international markets and global economic uncertainties.

On Monday, 9 March 2026, the official and market exchange rates of major currencies against the Bangladeshi Taka were reported as follows:

Major Currency Rates Against BDT

CurrencyRate (BDT)Source
US Dollar (USD)122.50Bangladesh Bank
Euro (EUR)142.33Bangladesh Bank
British Pound (GBP)164.32Bangladesh Bank
Australian Dollar (AUD)86.12Bangladesh Bank
Japanese Yen (JPY)0.77Bangladesh Bank
Canadian Dollar (CAD)90.29Bangladesh Bank
Swedish Krona (SEK)13.38Bangladesh Bank
Singapore Dollar (SGD)95.80Bangladesh Bank
Chinese Yuan Renminbi (CNY)17.74Bangladesh Bank
Indian Rupee (INR)1.33Bangladesh Bank
Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR)2.54Bangladesh Bank
Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)30.65Google
Saudi Riyal (SAR)32.41Google
Qatari Riyal (QAR)33.54Google
Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD)395.60Google
Omani Rial (OMR)316.38Google

These rates represent a combination of official figures released by Bangladesh Bank and current market valuations from financial platforms, offering a comprehensive snapshot for commercial and personal use.

Analysis of Currency Movements

The table highlights the relative strength of the Bangladeshi Taka across different regions:

Gulf Currencies: The Kuwaiti Dinar and Omani Rial remain significantly stronger than the Taka, reflecting their high purchasing power in international trade.

Regional Currencies: The Indian Rupee and Sri Lankan Rupee maintain modest exchange values against the Taka, showing more stable regional parity.

Global Currencies: The US Dollar, Euro, and British Pound continue to exert major influence on import-export costs, remittances, and foreign investments.

Economists and currency experts emphasise that exchange rates are subject to frequent change, influenced by global economic trends, central bank policies, foreign reserve levels, and supply-demand dynamics. Importers and exporters are urged to track these rates to optimise transaction efficiency and manage foreign exchange risk.

For daily transactions and travel-related conversions, consulting authorised money changers and official financial sources remains essential to ensure accurate and timely exchange.

This overview underscores the strategic importance of the Bangladeshi Taka in the global financial ecosystem, highlighting the need for continuous monitoring to support trade, investment, and economic stability.

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