Bangladesh’s export earnings dropped by 7.43% year-on-year in October 2025, amounting to $3,823.86 million, according to data from the Export Promotion Bureau (EPB).

However, export receipts showed a month-on-month improvement, rising by 5.41% compared to September 2025.

During the first four months of the current fiscal year (July-October 2025-26), total exports stood at $16,137.03 million, marking a modest 2.22% growth from $15,786.32 million in the same period of the previous fiscal year.

The apparel sector remained the main driver of export performance, contributing $3,019.94 million in October. Within the sector, both knitwear and woven garments continued to dominate.

Other notable export earners included leather and leather goods, agricultural products, jute and jute goods, home textiles, pharmaceuticals, ships, shrimp, and light engineering products — all adding diversity to the country’s export basket.

Among key destinations, the US and the UK retained their leading positions, registering growth of 6.89% and 2.82%, respectively. Exports to China, Saudi Arabia, Canada, and Spain also rose sharply — by 25%, 15.37%, 12.36%, and 12.64%, respectively.

Despite the year-on-year contraction, the month-on-month growth and continued strength in major sectors highlight the resilience and competitiveness of Bangladesh’s export industries in a challenging global market.