Dhaka: Separate allocation for women entrepreneurs. Economists say coordination between monetary and fiscal policy is essential to keep inflation in check. They also advised tighter market monitoring and reduced dependence on imports.

Industry insiders say finding new markets and diversifying products is now essential to sustain export earnings, with particular emphasis on investing in higher-value goods.

Analysts believe the SME loan fund could have a positive long-term effect on the investment climate — provided policy consistency is maintained and red tape is reduced.

On the SME loan fund, the latest figures from the relevant agency show a notable change in the index compared with the previous quarter. Market analysts see it as a mixed signal.