, March 9 -- Private investment in Bangladesh has fallen to a 10-year low while inflation, high interest rates and policy uncertainty continue to challenge businesses, according to a paper presented by the Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) on Monday.

The paper titled "Current State & Future Outlook of Bangladesh Economy: Private Sector Perspective (July-December 2025)" was presented at a seminar held at the DCCI auditorium in the city.

According to the paper, private investment stood at 22.03% of GDP in FY2025, reflecting a decade-low level as high lending rates, political uncertainty, currency volatility and bureaucratic delays discouraged both domestic and foreign investors.

Bangladesh's economy reached an estimated $456 ...