Capital market to change within one year: Finance Minister

Speaking at the World Investor Week 2026 event in Dhaka on Sunday (October 4), he said institutional reforms, automation and infrastructure development are being pursued to strengthen the market.

He stressed reducing dependence on bank loans and expanding long-term financing through the bond, derivatives, securitisation and equity markets. He also said the government wants Bangladesh to rely less on foreign financing and raise funds from international markets.

-AH