Experts, analysts and industry insiders share their views on Bangladesh’s export performance in July.

Incepted with a vision to set a standard in modern fashion, Guzel aims to provide distinctive designs evocative of class and contemporariness that emit Bangladesh’s rich culture with an avant-garde twist.

Considering the economic upheaval that Bangladesh is going through on account of COVID-19, experts think that the continuation of LDC status would augur well for the country, especially for its garment sector, which might have to face severe implications in these trying times otherwise.

While Pohela Boishakh and Eid-ul-Fitr were quite disappointing, Eid-ul-Azha was the last hope for fashion retailers to do some decent business. Has the sales been satisfactory in the run-up to the holy festival?

Analysing the top fashion accessory trends prevalent on the Fall/Winter 2020 runways…

Analysing the top fashion accessory trends prevalent on the Fall/Winter 2020 runways…

Subsequent to PM’s initial bailout package to help export-oriented industries pay workers’ wages for 3 months, another financial package has been provided by the Government following demands from BKMEA and BGMEA. Industry bodies justify their standpoint of seeking more support from the Government.

As borders between India and Bangladesh were sealed due to coronavirus, it stopped import of cheap yarn and fabrics from India, thereby giving an opportunity to local mills, catering to the domestic market, to do some decent business ahead of the holy festival of Eid-ul-Azha.

Export target of US $ 48 billion – US $ 41 billion from goods and US $ 7 billion from services sector – has been set for FY21. As expected, a lot will depend on the apparel industry. But will it be achievable? Experts share their viewpoints.