Bangladesh's inflation rate drops to 9.94%, driven by lower food prices, aiming for 6-7% by June.

Bangladesh's inflation rate dropped to 9.94% in January, down from 10.89% in December, primarily due to a decrease in food inflation. Food prices fell to 10.72% in January from 12.92% in December, while non-food inflation slightly increased to 9.32%. Finance Adviser Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed is optimistic about further reductions, aiming for 6-7% by June, following government measures and discussions with banks to ensure supply of essential commodities.

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