# Bangladesh Sees 45.6% Surge in Remittance Inflows in Early August

*Bangladesh's workers' remittances have surged by 45.6% in the first 11 days of August 2026.*

August 12, 2026 · Economy

## At a glance

- 45.6% increase in workers' remittances in the first 11 days of August 2026
- Total remittances from July 2026 to August 11, 2026: US$4.247 billion
- Year-on-year growth in total remittances: 23.8%

Bangladesh has seen a significant increase in workers' remittances in the first 11 days of August 2026, marking a 45.6% rise from the same period last year. The country received US$1.389 billion, up from US$954 million in 2025. This robust inflow underscores the ongoing financial support from Bangladeshi expatriates, contributing to the nation's foreign exchange reserves.

## Understanding the Remittance Surge

The substantial increase in remittances indicates a strong participation of Bangladeshi expatriates in bolstering the country's foreign exchange and external sector. The growth is not just a spike but a consistent upward trend, as the total remittance inflow from July 2026 to August 11, 2026, reached US$4.247 billion, up from US$3.432 billion in the previous year.

## Sources

- BSS

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Source: https://pulsetoday.com.bd/en/economy/bangladesh-remittance-surge-august-2026