Khabor Wala Desk
Published: 28th December 2025, 6:08 AM
On Sunday, 28 December, the Bangladesh Bank and various commercial banks published the prevailing exchange rates of foreign currencies against the Bangladeshi Taka (BDT). The fluctuations reflect global market trends, ongoing dollar shortages, and rising demand for major currencies such as the US Dollar (USD), British Pound (GBP), and Euro (EUR).
Experts note that exchange rates may vary slightly between different banks and financial institutions due to individual policy frameworks and transaction fees. Customers are therefore advised to confirm the latest rates with their respective banks or authorised money exchange providers before conducting any currency transactions.
The following table presents the latest rates of selected foreign currencies against the Bangladeshi Taka:
| Currency | Abbreviation | Exchange Rate (BDT) |
|---|---|---|
| US Dollar | USD | 122.39 |
| British Pound | GBP | 165.16 |
| Euro | EUR | 144.09 |
| Saudi Riyal | SAR | 32.63 |
| UAE Dirham | AED | 33.32 |
| Qatari Riyal | QAR | 33.62 |
| Kuwaiti Dinar | KWD | 398.12 |
| Bahraini Dinar | BHD | 325.51 |
| Omani Rial | OMR | 317.89 |
| Malaysian Ringgit | MYR | 30.23 |
| Singapore Dollar | SGD | 95.32 |
| Brunei Dollar | BND | 95.32 |
| Chinese Renminbi | CNY | 17.46 |
| Japanese Yen | JPY | 0.79 |
| South Korean Won | KRW | 0.08 |
| Indian Rupee | INR | 1.36 |
| Maldivian Rufiyaa | MVR | 7.91 |
| Iraqi Dinar | IQD | 0.09 |
| Canadian Dollar | CAD | 89.48 |
| Australian Dollar | AUD | 82.17 |
| South African Rand | ZAR | 7.34 |
| Turkish Lira | TRY | 2.85 |
| Libyan Dinar | LYD | 22.59 |
The rise in major currencies, particularly the USD, GBP, and EUR, is attributed to increasing global demand and market uncertainties. Financial analysts predict that these trends may continue in the coming weeks, urging importers, exporters, and general consumers to monitor the exchange rates closely.
In addition to banks, licensed money exchange operators provide competitive rates, although minor variations may occur. Customers are strongly encouraged to check updated rates before finalising any foreign currency transaction to ensure accuracy and avoid potential losses.
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