Answer ... Alternative investment funds (AIFs) are a large, ever-growing and increasingly important part of the economy in Bangladesh. The sectors benefiting most from this investment capital are high-growth sectors such as ICT, e-commerce, manufacturing and energy. Investor confidence in these sectors is high, due to their strong historical performance and future growth prospects. The government has identified both ICT and energy as priority sectors, further driving interest in these areas.

Answer ... Stakeholders are lobbying for an exemption from the 2% stamp duty on the fund capital, which is a precondition for registration of an AIF. As yet, their efforts have not borne fruit; but they may potentially succeed in the future.

Answer ... No. As yet, registered firms have made few notable or sizeable investments or exits.