BRAC Bank sets $9b trade finance target in 2026

BRAC Bank has set a target to facilitate US$ 9 billion in international trade volume in 2026 after achieving a record US$ 7.3 billion in 2025, reinforcing its ambition to become Bangladesh's largest trade bank.
The bank has carried its growth momentum into 2026, facilitating US$ 4.52 billion in trade transactions during the first six months of the year, says a press statement.
A key milestone came when trade volume crossed USD 1 billion in a single month, underscoring the bank's expanding role in supporting Bangladesh's international commerce.
The latest performance builds on a sustained growth trajectory. BRAC Bank's trade volume has more than doubled over the past five years, increasing from US$ 2.8 billion in 2021 to US$ 3.6 billion in 2022, US$ 4.3 billion in 2023 and US$ 5.6 billion in 2024 before reaching a record US$ 7.3 billion last year.
Md. Shaheen Iqbal, Additional Managing Director and Head of Wholesale Banking at BRAC Bank, said, "Our target of achieving US$ 9 billion in trade volume in 2026 reflects both the momentum of our trade business and our confidence in Bangladesh's growing role in global commerce. We are focused on creating greater value for our clients by delivering faster, more efficient and innovative trade finance solutions backed by highest international ratings."
He added, "Trade finance is a strategic priority for BRAC Bank. We will continue investing in our people, technology and global partnerships to support exporters, importers and businesses of all sizes, while advancing towards our ambition of becoming Bangladesh's largest trade bank."