Bangladesh GDP Growth Rate — 2026 Data, Trend & Forecast
Bangladesh's GDP growth rate was 3.49% in December 2025, down from 4.22% the previous year. A year earlier it stood at 4.22%.
Bangladesh's GDP growth rate stands at 3.49% as of December 2025. The GDP growth rate currently sits at 3.49% (down from 4.22% in the prior year). Across the tracked window it has ranged between -13.97% and 10.95%, and is 0.73% lower than a year ago.
The trend
Among the 214 economies tracked on this platform, Bangladesh ranks #97 on GDP growth rate by latest value. It fell from 4.22% in the previous year, and compares with a year-earlier 4.22%.
What's driving it
Growth reflects household spending, investment, government outlays and net exports, and is sensitive to interest rates, global demand and confidence.
Recent readings
| Period | GDP growth rate |
|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | 3.49% |
| Dec 2024 | 4.22% |
| Dec 2023 | 5.78% |
| Dec 2022 | 7.10% |
| Dec 2021 | 6.94% |
| Dec 2020 | 3.45% |
| Dec 2019 | 7.88% |
| Dec 2018 | 7.32% |
Data: The World Bank — World Development Indicators (CC BY 4.0) Figures carry an effective date; confirm with the source before relying on them.
Frequently asked questions
What Is the GDP Growth Rate of Bangladesh in 2026?
Bangladesh's GDP growth rate was 3.49% in December 2025, down from 4.22% the previous year. A year earlier it stood at 4.22%.
Is the GDP growth rate rising or falling in Bangladesh?
It fell in the latest reading — 3.49% in December 2025 versus 4.22% a year earlier. Year on year it is lower.
What is GDP growth rate?
It measures how fast the economy is expanding, measured as the annual change in gross domestic product.