Dhaka, June 9 -- The Fiscal Trap: Pledges vs Pockets

Realistic targets vital: Zahid Hussain warns an unprecedented Tk 6.95 trillion revenue target risks fiscal strain unless expenditure aligns with actual capacity

Inflation pressure persists: He says a four-year inflationary surge reflects structural supply-side bottlenecks rather than demand overheating

Subsidy-driven risks: He estimates unavoidable energy tariff hikes to clear power sector arrears could add about 1 percentage point to inflation

Funding stream frozen: He says suspension of about $1.8 billion in IMF funds is triggering a knock-on tightening in other multilateral budget support

Banking reform concerns: He argues policy reversals on large borrower restructuring are wea...