DHAKA, April 2, 2026 (BSS) – The Bangladesh Bank (BB) has reported a significant recovery in the Net Open Position (NOP) and a stabilization of market liquidity (Net FX Holding) within the country’s banking sector. 

According to the central bank’s latest data, the banking sector has demonstrated a robust turnaround, with the NOP reaching $1,080.70 million and market liquidity stabilizing at $3.39 billion as of April 2, 2026. 

This recovery indicates a strong continuity of foreign currency exposure management across the financial landscape.

The central bank’s report highlights a consistent and positive growth trajectory for the Net Open Position, reflecting a strengthened standing in foreign exchange management by commercial banks over the past three years. 

The NOP was recorded at $107.03 million in June 2023. By June 2024, this figure grew substantially to $272.70 million. The sector reached its peak NOP of $1,116.70 million in June 2025. 

A temporary dip followed in February 2026, with the position falling to $602.71 million. As of April 2, 2026, the NOP has successfully recovered to its current level of $1,080.70 million.

This trajectory underscores the sector's ability to manage foreign currency exposure effectively, maintaining a healthy and stable balance in open positions despite periodic market fluctuations.

Market liquidity, measured by Net FX Holding, has exhibited a commendable pattern of resilience and stabilization. The sector began with a liquidity position of $3.40 billion in June 2023, which rose to $3.89 billion by June 2024. While the position moderated slightly to $3.50 billion in June 2025 and faced a notable contraction to $2.30 billion in February 2026, it has since achieved a strong recovery.

As of April 2, 2026, Net FX Holding has stabilized at USD 3.39 billion. This rebound from the February lows indicates a strong recovery and a steady environment for foreign exchange transactions, signaling that the banking sector has successfully navigated recent liquidity pressures.