As Bangladesh continues to expand its footprint in global trade, the fluctuation of foreign exchange rates remains a critical barometer for the national economy. From settling import payments and receiving remittance inflows to funding overseas medical care, education, and travel, daily transactions rely heavily on foreign currency values. Following a volatile period that saw the local currency depreciate under international policy mandates, the foreign exchange market has shown clear signs of steadying, providing a welcome reprieve for commercial importers and businesses alike.
According to figures released by Bangladesh Bank and commercial lenders on Tuesday, 8th September 2026, the interbank exchange rate for the US dollar settled at 122.78 taka. This marks a noticeable recovery from earlier distress. At the start of July, interbank rates had hovered around 122.85 taka before escalating to a peak of 123.82 taka, a shift that exerted considerable financial pressure on domestic importers.
The preceding upward trajectory was largely driven by structural reform requirements attached to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) support package, which necessitated gradual adjustments to dollar pricing and currency realignment. However, supported by robust remittance inflows and vigilant central bank oversight, the taka has regained lost ground. The current rate of 122.78 taka represents a 7-poisha drop from the early July baseline, narrowing the gap between official banking channels and the open kerb market.
The table below outlines the lowest prevailing exchange rates across major foreign currencies recorded on 8th September 2026:
| Currency | Rate in Bangladeshi Taka (BDT) |
| US Dollar | 122.78 |
| Euro | 142.68 |
| UK Pound Sterling | 166.21 |
| Canadian Dollar | 88.87 |
| Australian Dollar | 88.58 |
| Chinese Yuan | 18.30 |
| Singapore Dollar | 96.97 |
| Indian Rupee | 1.29 |
| Malaysian Ringgit | 30.39 |
| Saudi Riyal | 32.97 |
| Qatari Riyal | 33.71 |
| Kuwaiti Dinar | 396.94 |
| UAE Dirham | 33.46 |
Financial analysts note that while central bank interventions and remittance trends have cushioned the market, exchange rates remain intrinsically dynamic. Even minor adjustments in foreign currency pricing can significantly alter the total cost structure for businesses managing high-volume import bills. Because individual commercial banks and authorised money changers may apply slight transaction markups based on liquidity demands, traders and the general public are advised to verify real-time rates before completing transactions.
