Bangladesh’s Election Bolsters Macro Stability; Reform Implementation Remains Crucial: Fitch

Bangladesh’s Election Bolsters Macro Stability; Reform Implementation Remains Crucial: Fitch

Fitch Ratings, based in Hong Kong, reported on February 22, 2026, that Bangladesh’s general election on February 12 has alleviated near-term political and policy uncertainties, which could potentially enhance macroeconomic stability. The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)-led alliance has achieved a parliamentary supermajority and garnered majority support in a referendum, paving the way for potential constitutional reforms. However, the country…

Bangladesh’s vote supports macro stability, but reform delivery is key: Fitch

Fitch Ratings-Hong Kong-22 February 2026: Bangladesh’s general election held on 12 February has reduced near-term political and policy uncertainty, which could support improvements in macroeconomic stability, says Fitch Ratings. The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)-led alliance has secured a parliamentary supermajority, alongside a majority “yes” vote in a referendum that could enable constitutional reforms. However, longstanding credit constr…