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Oct 6, 2026
BSEC fines RACE Tk50 lakh
Asset manager penalised for late audited accounts for FY22 and FY23
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Oct 6, 2026
Record profit lifts Apex Foods shares
Apex Foods’ FY26 profit more than doubles as lower debt and stronger revenue boost earnings
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Oct 4, 2026
Bangladesh, Indonesia seek stronger trade ties
BB governor urges more Indonesian investment and wider access for Bangladeshi exports
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Oct 4, 2026
Foreign market activity jumps 38pc
Foreign investors’ transactions hit Tk3,701cr in eight months as market reforms and easier procedures improve sentiment
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Oct 4, 2026
NBR seeks ADR deal on Islami Bank tax cases
Tk4.68bn in tax disputes has remained pending with the High Court for years, prompting the tax authority to seek an out-of-court settlement
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Oct 3, 2026
Rising REER raises export concerns
Taka’s 1.39% rise to 105.37, amid high inflation, could weaken Bangladesh’s export competitiveness
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Oct 3, 2026
Stocks slip after brief rebound
Tight monetary policy, higher fuel prices and global oil market pressure keep investors cautious
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Oct 3, 2026
Slow ADP spending eases bank borrowing
Govt borrows Tk128.72b in first two months, while development spending hits a record low
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Oct 1, 2026
Cashless campaign held in Banani
Bangla QR promoted as a secure, free and faster alternative to cash payments
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Oct 1, 2026
NBR extends e-VAT deadline to Oct 15
Businesses can file delayed July and August returns without penalties under the extended deadline
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Oct 1, 2026
Bangladesh Bank holds rate at 9.5pc
Central bank keeps monetary policy tight amid renewed inflation concerns and uncertainty over the impact of the new government pay scale
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Sep 24, 2026
Under Tarique Rahman’s Leadership, a New Bangladesh Will Rise to New Heights on the Global Stage
Exclusive Interview with Mohammad Ripon Mia Former Joint Convener, BNP New York South Metropolitan Unit
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Sep 22, 2026
Stocks tumble on fuel shock
DSEX loses 42 points as Tk20-a-litre fuel hike stokes inflation and cost concerns
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Sep 22, 2026
Banks get wider access to dollars
New offshore banking rules allow direct FX trading and cross-currency swaps, potentially lowering the cost of foreign-currency financing
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Sep 22, 2026
Remittances reach $7.82b
Inflows rise 14.9 per cent in nearly three months of FY27, with September receipts up 4.8 per cent
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Sep 21, 2026
Stocks slip after fuel price hike
DSEX falls 9 points in early trade after four-session rally as higher fuel costs raise inflation concerns
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Sep 21, 2026
Bangladesh, Yunnan eye stronger trade
China’s Yunnan delegation explores new markets, investment links and logistics opportunities with Bangladeshi businesses
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Sep 20, 2026
Remittances hit $1.87b in 19 days
Inflows rise 0.4 per cent year-on-year in September, while fiscal-year receipts jump 13.8 per cent
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Sep 20, 2026
Taka turns stronger against dollar
Local currency gains 0.77 per cent in three weeks, ending a five-and-a-half-year depreciation streak
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Sep 20, 2026
BSEC plans IPO rule overhaul
New Dutch auction model would make eligible investors pay their own bid prices and introduce tighter checks before listings
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Sep 20, 2026
Bangla QR faces inclusion test
Experts say digital payments can widen financial access, but stronger infrastructure, compliance and fraud safeguards are essential
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Sep 20, 2026
Banks struggle to recover bad loans
Fear, land-price gaps and legal hurdles leave mortgaged assets unsold, trapping trillions of taka in distressed loans
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Sep 19, 2026
Stocks rebound on gas relief
DSEX gains 17 points as easing industrial gas concerns and regulatory talks with brokers revive bargain hunting
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Sep 19, 2026
Govt bank borrowing rises
Tk 128.72b borrowed in July-August as weak revenue pushes financing needs higher, raising concerns over private-sector credit
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Sep 18, 2026
DSE extends winning streak
Broad-based buying lifts DSEX 38 points as improving gas supplies and stronger turnover boost market sentiment
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Sep 18, 2026
BB tightens rules for bank directors
Shareholder companies face stricter ownership and eligibility requirements for nominating representative directors to bank boards
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Sep 18, 2026
BB caps loan rate at 7pc
Tk 200b pre-refinance scheme offers six-month interest-free period to help revive closed industrial and service-sector units
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Sep 14, 2026
BB launches UDYOG for young entrepreneurs
New scheme offers up to Tk 20 lakh in blended loans and grants to help youths start or expand businesses at the upazila level
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Sep 13, 2026
BB clarifies new import rules
Central bank sets out foreign-exchange procedures under the Import Policy Order 2026–2029, including wider use of open-account imports
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Sep 13, 2026
Non-tax revenue jumps in Q4
Dividend payouts drive a near-threefold surge, but experts warn the boost may not signal stronger fiscal health
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Sep 13, 2026
DSEX slips below 5,500
Energy crisis deepens investor caution as broad selling pulls the key index below the psychological threshold
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Sep 12, 2026
Agent banking hits 27.2m accounts
Rural customers dominate the network as deposits reach Tk 519b and loan disbursement jumps nearly 41% year-on-year
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Sep 12, 2026
Oil, inflation fuel Fed hike fears
Surging energy costs and firm US inflation strengthen bets on a rate hike, while markets recover from a volatile week
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Sep 12, 2026
Tk 600b stimulus still unused
Bangladesh Bank urges banks to accelerate lending as weak demand delays a package aimed at reviving struggling businesses and creating jobs
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Sep 12, 2026
Sustainable finance falls Tk 40b
Banks and finance companies disburse Tk 960.04b in April-June despite a rise in green financing
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Sep 7, 2026
Per capita public debt hits Tk 129,000
Government steps up revenue, spending and debt-management measures to contain borrowing pressure
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Sep 6, 2026
DSEX tumbles 103 points
Energy crisis fears trigger broad sell-off, with 348 stocks declining on the Dhaka bourse
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Sep 6, 2026
Travel quota raised to $18,000
Bangladesh Bank increases annual foreign-exchange entitlement by 50%, while keeping the cash-dollar limit unchanged
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Aug 10, 2026
Withdrawal rules eased for five merged banks
Bangladesh Bank shortens fixed-deposit lock-ins, doubles borrowing limits and expands emergency access to funds
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Aug 9, 2026
Awareness Program on Bangla QR held at Dhaka University
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Aug 6, 2026
BB sees brighter economic outlook
Central bank cites reforms, stable external sector and easing energy prices despite persistent inflation
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Aug 6, 2026
Taka among region's most stable currencies
Currency depreciates just 0.59pc over a year as tighter forex management limits volatility
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Aug 6, 2026
Foreign aid commitments fall 37pc in FY26
World Bank, Japan pledge lowest amounts in years; India makes no new commitment
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Aug 4, 2026
Exports Dip 0.9% in July on Weak RMG Performance
Garment shipments decline, while jute, engineering and pharmaceutical exports post strong growth
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Aug 4, 2026
NBR Extends Dual BIN Use Until Nov 30
Businesses allowed to use old and new BINs simultaneously to ensure uninterrupted import and export operations
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Aug 4, 2026
Inflation Broadens as Energy Costs Fuel Price Pressures
Bangladesh Bank says higher gas and fuel prices lifted energy inflation, while wages continued to lag consumer prices
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Aug 3, 2026
DSE says layoffs part of restructuring
Bourse says termination of 17 employees follows transformation plan launched in 2022
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Aug 3, 2026
NBR offers tax rebate for early filers
Up to 5pc rebate available for returns submitted by September 30; late filers to face additional tax
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Aug 3, 2026
BB to issue quarterly monetary policy
Central bank to replace half-yearly MPS from September for quicker policy response
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Jul 23, 2026
Stocks open lower on policy jitters
Profit-taking and renewed Middle East tensions weigh on investor sentiment
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Jul 23, 2026
BSEC seeks IMF support for sustainable bond market
Regulator eyes green bonds to mobilise private capital for climate-resilient investments
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Jul 22, 2026
BB eases forex rules for freelancers
New guidelines simplify payment procedures, expand digital channels and allow higher foreign currency retention
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Jul 22, 2026
Stocks extend gains in early trade
Optimism over margin rule reforms keeps investor sentiment upbeat
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Jul 22, 2026
BB governor pushes mandatory Bangla QR
Says universal payment system will make transactions faster, safer and cashless
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Jul 22, 2026
ECNEC clears 8 projects worth Tk 14,411cr
Dhaka-Ashulia expressway, local infrastructure and energy projects among approved schemes
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Jul 21, 2026
HSBC Bangladesh Wins Two Euromoney Awards
Recognised for excellence in sustainable finance and large corporate banking
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Jul 21, 2026
Govt Sets Bold Post-LDC Growth Goals
Five-year strategy targets higher investment, export diversification and regulatory reforms despite current economic headwinds
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Jul 21, 2026
Dollar Rises as Import Demand Outpaces Forex Inflows
Higher LC settlements, weaker remittances and exports, and shifting market expectations push up exchange rate
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Jul 18, 2026
EU, G77 Back Bangladesh’s LDC Transition Bid
International partners support Dhaka’s call for a three-year extension to ensure a smooth and sustainable graduation
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Jul 18, 2026
NGO Foreign Grants Hit Seven-Year High
Receipts rise to $838 million in FY26 as new funding commitments reach a record $1.15 billion
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Jul 18, 2026
AIIB Eyes New Financing Pipeline for Bangladesh
Sector-focused 2027–2030 plan to prioritise infrastructure, clean energy and climate resilience
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Jul 16, 2026
BB sets import rules for Free Trade Zones
New framework defines import procedures, financing and foreign exchange regulations for FTZ businesses
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Jul 16, 2026
ACI to invest Tk 7bn more in Shwapno
Fresh capital infusion through preference shares takes this year's commitment to retail subsidiary to Tk 13.4bn
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Jul 16, 2026
BSEC moves to simplify IPO rules
Regulator reviews listing framework, considers wider direct listing to attract quality companies
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Jul 14, 2026
Exports to Latin America jump 29% in four years
Brazil and Chile drive growth as exporters seek tariff relief through MERCOSUR trade deal
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Jul 14, 2026
LDCs seek global support on finance, trade and climate
Group calls for urgent action on five priorities to accelerate SDGs and ensure smooth graduation
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Jul 13, 2026
City Bank-bKash nano loans cross Tk 10,000cr
Digital lending service reaches 3.5 million users with 99.5% repayment rate
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Jul 13, 2026
BB raises textile export cash incentive to 5%
Exporters using locally sourced yarn and fabrics to receive higher support in FY27
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Jul 13, 2026
DSE turnover hits two-year high
Trading tops Tk 16.7b as reform momentum and budget measures lift investor confidence
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Jul 13, 2026
EPB sets $66b export target for FY27
Merchandise exports seen at $57b as trade body seeks policy support to sustain growth after LDC graduation
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Jul 11, 2026
RMG cash incentive raised to 5% to boost local spinning mills
Exporters must use locally sourced yarn and fabrics to qualify as government seeks to revive backward-linkage industry
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Jul 11, 2026
Betopia Bets Big on AI to Take Bangladesh Beyond Outsourcing
Tech group unveils Vision 2030 to build an AI ecosystem, expand global footprint and create thousands of high-skilled jobs
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Jul 9, 2026
ADB Lowers Bangladesh Growth Outlook to 4.5%
Energy shortages, banking sector vulnerabilities and weak private investment prompt downgrade; inflation forecast raised to 8.8%.
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Jun 30, 2026
DSE seeks mandatory delisting rules
Proposed amendments target non-compliant firms while safeguarding minority shareholders
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Jun 30, 2026
BB targets 10.75% capital market growth by FY29
Central bank plans Tk750 billion market expansion and eases rules to attract foreign investors
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Jun 30, 2026
Remittance Hits Record $35.34bn in FY26
Inflows rise 17.6% year-on-year, strengthening forex reserves and external sector stability
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Jun 22, 2026
BB to Refund Depositors of Five Failed NBFIs
Up to Tk 1 million per depositor to be paid first as liquidation process begins
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Jun 21, 2026
Panel to tackle dumping of imports
BTTC forms nine-member body as Bangladesh prepares for tougher post-LDC trade environment
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Jun 21, 2026
RTGS Hits Record Milestone
Real-time payment platform crosses one million monthly transactions for the first time
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Jun 21, 2026
Blue-Chip Buying Lifts Stocks
Market extends gains as policy support and easing global tensions boost investor confidence
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Jun 21, 2026
Tax Filing Year-Round, Early Filers to Get Rebate
Budget proposal offers 5% tax rebate for first-quarter submissions, introduces penalties for delayed filing
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Jun 17, 2026
Risky Bank Loans Near Tk 11tn
Troubled loans now account for nearly 60% of total credit, exposing deep stress in the banking sector
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Jun 15, 2026
Bangladesh Bank allows exporters to reach global consumers through online marketplaces
New forex rules allow Bangladeshi sellers to reach overseas buyers directly through online marketplaces
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Jun 15, 2026
CSE seeks stronger tax incentives to boost listings
Bourse calls for wider tax gap, listing incentives and bond-market support to deepen Bangladesh’s capital market
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Jun 15, 2026
BB Dissolves Islami Bank Board
Central bank appoints administrator to take full control amid governance concerns and liquidity stress.
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Jun 14, 2026
Govt Plans New EPZs, Economic Zones to Boost Investment
New industrial zones in five districts aim to attract foreign investment, expand exports and create jobs across the country.
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Jun 14, 2026
Govt Targets Inflation, Debt Reduction Through Reforms
Budget outlines fiscal, monetary and institutional measures to restore macroeconomic stability and support investment-led growth.
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Jun 13, 2026
WB Cuts Bangladesh Growth Forecast for FY27
World Bank projects slower economic expansion as high inflation, weak private investment and global uncertainties weigh on Bangladesh’s outlook.
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Jun 10, 2026
Economists Call for Recovery-Focused Budget
Experts urge government to prioritise stability, banking reforms and investment climate over ambitious growth targets
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Jun 10, 2026
Economy Tops $500bn Milestone
GDP crosses half-trillion-dollar mark as income rises, but investment and savings weaken
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Jun 10, 2026
ECNEC Clears Tk 38.9bn Development Projects
Ten projects approved, while two major proposals sent back for further review
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Jun 10, 2026
Stocks Rise Ahead of Budget
Investors bet on market-friendly measures as budget announcement draws near
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Jun 10, 2026
Banking Reforms Key to Economic Recovery
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Jun 8, 2026
Budget to Offer Broad Tax Incentives for Investment
Proposed measures target renewable energy, SMEs, startups and local industries while expanding the tax net through greater digital compliance
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Jun 8, 2026
VAT Returns Go Fully Digital from July
NBR extends deadline to June 30 for businesses to upload past paper-based VAT returns to the e-VAT system
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Jun 8, 2026
Parliament Begins First Budget Session
Finance minister to unveil FY27 national budget on June 11
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Jun 5, 2026
Tk20,000 crore special fund launched to boost employment
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Jun 2, 2026
BB Buys More Dollars to Steady Taka
Central bank intervention continues as remittance surge lifts reserves
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Jun 2, 2026
DSE Hits 3-Month High
Reform optimism and banking gains extend market rally after Eid break
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Jun 2, 2026
Stocks Rise After Eid Break
Budget optimism lifts market despite caution over banking sector rules
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Jun 2, 2026
Remittance Hits $3.43bn in May
Inflows rise over 15% as expatriates continue using formal channels
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May 24, 2026
ADB Warns Bangladesh at ‘Critical Reform Phase’
Lender says weak governance, low revenue collection and institutional gaps could threaten post-LDC growth ambitions
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May 24, 2026
BB Tightens Bank Dividend Rules
Only banks with Tk 20b paid-up capital to qualify for cash dividends from 2026
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May 24, 2026
BB Unveils Tk 600b Stimulus Package
Central bank targets industrial revival, rural growth and 2.5 million jobs through large refinancing and support schemes
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May 20, 2026
Govt Makes A-Challan Mandatory From July
Manual challan system to end from July 1 as authorities push for real-time treasury management and tighter fiscal discipline
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May 20, 2026
Banks Suffer Severe Capital Shortfall: FM
Finance minister blames loan scams, money laundering and weak oversight for deepening banking crisis
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May 20, 2026
BB Reform Delays Stall IMF Loan Release
Development partners await clearer reform roadmap in budget before releasing remaining $1.3 billion
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May 19, 2026
NBR revenue growth inches up in April
Tax collection rises nearly 7%, but pressure mounts to meet ambitious annual target
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May 19, 2026
Call money rate crosses 11% ahead of Eid
Higher cash withdrawals and treasury bill payments tighten liquidity in banking sector
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May 19, 2026
Bangladesh introduces redesigned Tk 5 note
New currency featuring Tara Mosque to enter circulation from Tuesday
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May 19, 2026
IMF Loan Talks Stall as Reform Gaps Persist
Development partners await clearer reform roadmap in budget before releasing remaining $1.3 billion
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May 19, 2026
Stocks Slide 2% in 13 Sessions as Investors Await Budget Signals
Weak sentiment and falling turnover keep market subdued ahead of June 11 national budget
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May 19, 2026
Stocks Rebound Early Despite Low Turnover
Selective buying in large-cap shares lifts market after previous session’s decline
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May 18, 2026
BB Reshuffles ICB Islamic Bank Board
Central bank appoints three independent directors to strengthen governance at troubled lender
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May 18, 2026
FBCCI Election Schedule Awaiting New Administrator
Reform council seeks business-led administration, proposes lower membership fees
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May 18, 2026
New Zealand backs Bangladesh trade access after LDC exit
Wellington signals continued duty-free access, eyes stronger trade and investment ties
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May 18, 2026
BB launches monthly performance reviews
Central bank pushes for stricter compliance with service standards
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May 14, 2026
BB slashes penalty on overdue loans
Move aims to ease borrower pressure, support investment
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May 14, 2026
BB bans officials from bank-funded events
New rules aim to curb conflicts of interest, boost regulatory integrity
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May 14, 2026
BSEC fines Fortune Shoes over unpaid dividends
Regulator orders dues clearance, tightens compliance to protect investors
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May 14, 2026
Treasury Gains Lift Banks’ Q1 Profits
Investment in government securities offsets pressure on core lending income
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May 11, 2026
Stocks Edge Up as Caution Persists
Muted gains follow recent slump amid weak earnings and global uncertainty
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May 11, 2026
BB Eases Remittance for Visa Bonds
New rule allows banks to handle security deposits, issue cards for visa processing
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May 11, 2026
Forex Reserves Stay Above $34bn After ACU Payments
Strong remittances, lower imports help cushion $1.51bn outflow
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May 10, 2026
ADP Lacks Manifesto Link, Fresh Review Planned
Policymakers seek alignment of Tk 3.0trn development plan with BNP’s election pledges
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May 9, 2026
Bank Reversal Move Draws Global Concern
IMF, World Bank wary as law allows former owners to regain control of troubled banks
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May 7, 2026
BB Unifies FX Rules for Transport Remittances
New circular streamlines procedures, brings clarity to airlines, shipping and logistics transactions
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May 7, 2026
Inflation Climbs Above 9% in April
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May 7, 2026
Trade Deficit Swells to $19.2bn
Higher fuel imports and weaker exports widen gap despite strong remittance growth
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May 5, 2026
NBR Eyes Rural VAT Expansion
Token levy, mandatory BIN under plan to bring small businesses into tax net
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May 5, 2026
Stocks Edge Up on Bargain Hunting
Blue-chip buying lifts market, though investors remain cautious
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May 5, 2026
Dhaka–Beijing Talks to Focus on Funding, BRI Projects
Budget support, infrastructure and strategic cooperation set to top Dhaka-Beijing agenda
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May 4, 2026
Stocks Rebound on Bargain Hunting
Blue-chip buying lifts indices after recent correction, despite lingering global concerns
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May 4, 2026
Remittance Tops $3bn Again in April
Inflows hit $3.12bn, extending four-month streak and boosting forex reserves
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May 4, 2026
BB Flags Loan Risks Tied to Six Big Groups
Central bank report shows widespread exposure across banks, moves to coordinate recovery efforts
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Apr 30, 2026
Govt Revives Plan to Split NBR
High-powered committee formed to separate tax policy and administration functions
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Apr 29, 2026
FDI Returns, Diversification Still Elusive
UN report says Bangladesh saw investment recovery in 2025, but fresh capital and new sectors are crucial for long-term growth
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Apr 29, 2026
Dhaka Bank Declares 10% Cash Dividend
Lender’s 2025 profit surges 119% as earnings per share more than double
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Apr 29, 2026
Banks Allowed Bonuses on Operating Profit
Bangladesh Bank eases rules, lets lenders reward staff even without net profit under conditions
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Apr 29, 2026
FBCCI Seeks Higher Tax-Free Income Limit
Business leaders urge Tk 500,000 threshold and lower top tax rate in upcoming budget
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Apr 28, 2026
NBR Eyes Online Wealth Tax System
Asset data may be linked to e-returns as government weighs new levy in next budget
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Apr 27, 2026
RADP Execution Slows to 36% in 9 Months
Weak spending in health, education drags development pace to decade low
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Apr 27, 2026
Deep Reforms Could Double Tax Revenue
Experts say better compliance, transparency and system overhaul can lift tax-to-GDP ratio to 15%
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Apr 27, 2026
Swiss Investment Sought as Bangladesh Pushes LDC Extension
Dhaka urges stronger service-sector ties, deeper trade cooperation with Switzerland
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Apr 26, 2026
Islamic banks see steady annual growth
Deposits, investments rise, but monthly trend signals caution
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Apr 26, 2026
Package VAT set for revival
Govt eyes fixed tax system to bring small businesses into VAT net
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Apr 25, 2026
Chattogram Port Hits Record at 139
Cargo, container growth underscores dominance in trade
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Apr 25, 2026
Govt Holds Ground on Tax Breaks
IMF push meets caution as Dhaka opts for gradual phase-out
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Apr 22, 2026
No More Tax Holidays, Says NBR
Shift to compliance-driven regime as govt tightens exemption policy
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Apr 22, 2026
BB Tightens Grip on ICB Islamic Bank
Administrator appointed as losses mount and governance concerns deepen
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Apr 22, 2026
Stocks Climb on Fresh Buying
Bargain hunting lifts market as investor participation picks up
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Apr 21, 2026
Islami Bank Tops Dollar Sales to BB
Banks offload surplus forex as central bank steps up intervention
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Apr 21, 2026
Titas Gas to Issue Preference Shares
Move aims to regularise govt funds, comply with regulatory directive
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Apr 21, 2026
Stocks Rebound After Two-Day Fall
Bargain hunting lifts indices, but low turnover signals caution
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Apr 20, 2026
Chinese Economic Zone in Ctg Set to Move Forward
Developer deal likely by June after years of delay; work may start soon
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Apr 20, 2026
Businesses Seek Corporate Tax Relief
Leaders urge lower turnover tax, simpler system to ease cost pressures
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Apr 20, 2026
Fuel Price Hike Puts Profit Under Pressure
Cost surge may squeeze margins; energy-linked firms seen more resilientCost surge may squeeze margins; energy-linked firms seen more resilient
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Apr 20, 2026
BD Lamps Q3 Profit Jumps 142%
Higher sales, lower costs drive strong quarterly rebound despite nine-month loss
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Apr 19, 2026
16.2pc growth of remittance inflow till April 18
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Apr 19, 2026
NSC Sales Stay Negative Despite Slower Outflows
Deficit narrows in FY26, but weak demand signals structural shift
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Apr 19, 2026
Fuel Prices Jump Up to Tk 20 a Litre
Govt revises rates to reflect global market surge, ensure supply stability
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Apr 19, 2026
Govt Eyes Final IMF Tranche
Dhaka upbeat as talks progress, denies reports of funding block
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Apr 18, 2026
IMF Tranche Decision Still Pending
Bangladesh embassy says no final call has been made after Spring Meetings talks in Washington
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Apr 18, 2026
Stocks End Flat as Caution Rules
Investors stay on the sidelines as US-Iran ceasefire talks and earnings season keep the market uncertain
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Apr 17, 2026
Internet Banking Jumps 32%
Digital shift gains pace as users move transactions online
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Apr 17, 2026
BB Buys $50m More as Dollar Supply Stays Strong
Remittance inflows and easing market pressure push reserves higher
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Apr 16, 2026
NBFI Depositors Demand Their Money Back
Families face hardship as savings remain locked in six liquidated firms
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Apr 15, 2026
BB Buys $70m as Dollar Weakens
Central bank moves to curb slide; strong remittances boost reserves
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Apr 15, 2026
GED Plans Reform Roadmap to 2030
Five-year framework to focus on recovery, stability and inclusive growth
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Apr 15, 2026
World Bank Backs Govt’s 31-Point Agenda
Development partners move to align projects with national priorities
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Apr 14, 2026
Trade Gap with China Jumps 23%
Rising imports, weak exports widen deficit to Tk 2.54 trillion in FY25
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Apr 13, 2026
Digital Bank Licences Stall in Policy Limbo
BB awaits new government’s stance as uncertainty frustrates applicants
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Apr 13, 2026
Merged Banks Face Fresh Uncertainty
New law allows former owners to reclaim control, raising concerns over reform progress
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Apr 13, 2026
Budget to Tighten VAT Net
Mandatory BIN, online filing to boost compliance without raising taxes
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Apr 11, 2026
Islamic Banking Growth Steady, Momentum Slows
Deposits, investment rise year-on-year despite weaker quarterly trends
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Apr 11, 2026
Stocks Inch Up on Ceasefire Hopes
Volatility persists as Middle East tensions keep investors cautious
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Apr 11, 2026
Age Cap Scrapped for Central Bank Governor
Parliament clears law allowing appointments beyond 67
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Apr 9, 2026
Energy Shock May Cost Bangladesh Tk 610bn
DCCI warns of rising fiscal strain, calls for urgent policy action
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Apr 9, 2026
Bangladeshi Ship Resumes Voyage via Hormuz
BSC vessel sails again after ceasefire eases security fears
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Apr 8, 2026
Dollar rise defies fundamentals
Bangladesh Bank steps up monitoring amid fears of “artificial shortage” narrative
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Apr 8, 2026
Business Activity Slows as PMI Falls
Manufacturing and construction contract, services hold steady
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Apr 8, 2026
Services Surge as Manufacturing Share Shrinks
Economic units jump, but capital shortage remains biggest hurdle
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Apr 8, 2026
PM Seeks Delay in LDC Graduation
Dhaka cites economic shocks, seeks three more years for smooth transition
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Apr 7, 2026
Budget Outline in Focus as Finance Officials Meet
War-driven economic চাপ may shape a cautious, contractionary fiscal plan
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Apr 7, 2026
Per Capita Income Hits $2,769, Targets $1tn Economy by 2034
Government eyes investment, jobs, and export diversification to accelerate growth
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Apr 7, 2026
ECNEC Clears Five Projects Worth Tk 4.83b
Government boosts funding for infrastructure, health, and IT initiatives
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Apr 6, 2026
DSEX Sinks to One-Month Low
Middle East tensions, fuel fears trigger sell-off and erode investor confidence
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Apr 6, 2026
IPO Rules Tighten Grip on Short-Term Firms
Regulator bars limited-life companies from equity fundraising to protect investors
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Apr 6, 2026
Inflation Eases to 8.71% in March
Food prices cool, but rising energy costs keep non-food inflation elevated
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Apr 5, 2026
BB to Hold Tk5,000cr Special T-Bill Auction
Govt taps bank liquidity as revenue shortfall and spending pressure mount
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Apr 5, 2026
Stocks Slip at Open on Energy Jitters
Shorter trading hours and Middle East tensions keep investors cautious
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Apr 5, 2026
AmCham Pushes for Sweeping Tax Reforms
Calls for policy stability, digitalisation and broader tax base ahead of FY27 budget
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Apr 5, 2026
Banks set new hours amid energy-saving drive
Offices open 10am–5pm, transactions allowed until 3pm under austerity measures
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Apr 5, 2026
Stocks fall at open on Middle East fears
Shorter trading hours begin as energy concerns weigh on investor sentiment
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Apr 5, 2026
DSE eyes AI surveillance, SME listings to rebuild trust
New MD outlines reforms to curb manipulation, attract foreign investors and expand market depth
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Apr 5, 2026
Bangladesh’s trade surplus with EU grows nearly 10%
Strong export growth drives gains, but economists warn of future risks after LDC graduation
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Apr 4, 2026
Current account improves, but deficit persists
Remittance surge and export growth lift external balance despite structural trade gap
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Apr 4, 2026
Stocks tumble as Middle East tensions rattle investors
Energy fears, inflation risks trigger broad sell-off despite higher turnover
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Apr 3, 2026
CCCI polls delayed again amid legal hurdles
Chamber remains without elected leadership since 2024 upheaval
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Apr 3, 2026
BB Makes ‘Bangla QR’ Mandatory for All Payments
Unified code to replace fragmented systems by June 30, with penalties for non-compliance
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Apr 3, 2026
Remittance Hits Record $3.75bn in March
Strong inflows boost reserves amid easing import pressure
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Apr 2, 2026
Govt Raises Tk 50bn via Special T-Bill Auction
Higher yield signals rising reliance on bank borrowing
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Apr 2, 2026
ADP Execution Sees Modest Uptick
Spending improves to 30% but lags behind pre-2024 levels
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Apr 2, 2026
Remittance Hits Record $3.75b in March
Eid inflows lift external balance, but Middle East tensions cloud outlook
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Apr 1, 2026
Banks Ordered to Adopt Bangla QR by June
Governor pushes cashless payments to boost revenue, tighten governance
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Apr 1, 2026
Govt will not print money to fund budget, says finance minister
Focus on investment, resource mobilisation, and social protection amid economic pressures
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Apr 1, 2026
Bangladesh Bank to launch Islamic interbank system to ease liquidity stress
New platform allows Shariah-compliant banks to borrow from peers, not just central bank
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Apr 1, 2026
Bangladesh eyes 2029 for LDC graduation
High-level consultation on April 5 to map smooth transition and protect trade benefits
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Apr 1, 2026
Govt Reviews Tax Evasion by Large Corporates
Revenue drive gains urgency amid fiscal pressure and rising fuel costs
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Mar 31, 2026
$1 investment in renewables can yield $17: Study
Experts urge shift from LNG to clean energy to cut costs, boost resilience
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Mar 31, 2026
Weaker taka boosts trade edge
Currency nears equilibrium, improving export competitiveness after long overvaluation
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Mar 31, 2026
Govt bank borrowing surges to Tk 730b
Heavy reliance on banks raises crowding-out fears amid weak private credit
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Mar 30, 2026
Govt moves to revise GDP data
Adviser says past figures inflated; reforms underway to reflect real economy
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Mar 30, 2026
Bangladesh joins WTO investment pact
Dhaka enters first plurilateral deal to boost global investment engagement
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Mar 30, 2026
Govt eyes cash aid overhaul
Finance ministry proposes Tk 2,500 monthly support to streamline safety nets
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Mar 29, 2026
Govt. plans for $2.0 billion additional BoP-supporting fund from development partners to avert ME crisis
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Mar 29, 2026
$1.5m Ransom Sought in Shwapno Cyberattack
Customer data breach raises concerns over security and delayed disclosure
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Mar 29, 2026
Oil at $120 Could Cost Bangladesh Tk 610bn
Rising global prices threaten economy, jobs and industrial growth
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Mar 29, 2026
E-Returns Cross 4.15m as Extension Rush Grows
Taxpayers seek more time despite mandatory online filing
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Mar 28, 2026
AIIB to fund $165m for railway engines
30 locomotives planned to ease capacity crunch, boost rail efficiency
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Mar 28, 2026
ADB set to provide $250m budget support
Funds to bolster social protection, climate resilience and fiscal stability
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Mar 26, 2026
Ctg Port Handles 54,898 TEUs During Eid
Operations stay resilient as cargo, vessel traffic remain strong
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Mar 26, 2026
BB Eases Lending Cap for LPG Imports
Move aims to secure supply amid Middle East disruptions
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Mar 26, 2026
BSEC Probes Two Brokerages Over Irregularities
Negative equity, margin lending practices under scrutiny
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Mar 26, 2026
Revenue Rebounds 12% in 8 Months
Collections recover from last year’s slowdown but target gap persists
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Mar 25, 2026
Stocks Tumble After Eid on Middle East Fears
Energy concerns, inflation worries trigger broad sell-off
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Mar 25, 2026
Delays Trap Mutual Fund Investors
Slow conversion, liquidation processes keep funds locked for months
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Mar 25, 2026
US Rises as Key Trade Partner
Imports surge push Washington past India in several months of 2025
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Mar 19, 2026
Chittagong Port to Operate During Eid
Activities pause only on Eid day; special arrangements for rest of holidays
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Mar 19, 2026
Eid Travel Pushes Dollar Higher
Surging outbound trips lift rates in banks and kerb market
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Mar 19, 2026
Almost All RMG Workers Get Wages, Bonuses
BGMEA says over 99% factories cleared dues ahead of Eid
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Mar 18, 2026
Eid Rush Strains ATMs, Digital Banking
Transactions surge up to 60% as cash demand spikes ahead of festival
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Mar 18, 2026
Remittances Jump Ahead of Eid
Inflows hit $2.44b in 15 days, but Middle East tensions pose risks
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Mar 18, 2026
Dhaka, Delhi Push to Fast-Track CEPA
Trade pact aims to ease barriers, boost investment ahead of LDC graduation
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Mar 15, 2026
Chattogram customs to auction goods in 378 containers
Digital auction aims to ease port congestion and clear long-stuck consignments.
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Mar 15, 2026
NBR pushes corporate tax return deadline to April 15
Businesses get one-month relief after requests for more time to complete filings for the 2025–26 tax year.
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Mar 10, 2026
Banks to Close on March 18 for Eid
Limited operations in industrial areas to ensure garment salary payments
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Mar 9, 2026
Forex market starts heating up with rate reaches Tk 122..80 a dollar
Exchange rate climbs over 40 paisa in a day amid import payments and market pressure
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Mar 9, 2026
BB to Tighten Bank Provisioning Rules
IFRS 9-based framework to introduce forward-looking credit-loss model from 2028
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Mar 9, 2026
Experts Urge Deep Reforms in Capital Market
Stakeholders call for stronger regulation and broader investor participation
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Mar 9, 2026
BB Scraps Eid New-Note Distribution
Central bank shifts to year-round supply through commercial banks
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Mar 5, 2026
Cutting Non-Tariff Barriers Could Attract More US Investment
Dhaka, Washington discuss trade expansion, digital infrastructure and new investment opportunities
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Mar 5, 2026
E-Return Filings Cross 4 Million in FY26
Mandatory online filing drives surge in digital tax compliance
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Mar 5, 2026
Stake Dispute Stalls CSE Commodity Exchange
Regulatory hurdle over strategic partner’s shareholding freezes launch plan
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Mar 4, 2026
DSE Logs Worst Fall in Six Years
Middle East conflict, oil shock fears trigger 3.8% plunge in benchmark index
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Mar 4, 2026
DSE Suffers Sharpest Fall in Six Years
DSEX plunges 3.78% as Middle East tensions rattle investors
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Mar 4, 2026
BB Orders Early Loan Renewal Move
Banks must start process two months before expiry; excess limits must be cleared first
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Mar 3, 2026
Startups Raise $124m in 2025
M&A mega deal skews funding as foreign investors dominate
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Mar 3, 2026
BB Pushes Fast-Track Plan to Recover Laundered Funds
Governor orders urgent steps to repatriate illicit assets amid reserve pressure
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Mar 3, 2026
Exports to Malaysia Surge Fivefold in 10 Years
Envoy eyes high-tech, halal economy cooperation as trade ties deepen
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Mar 3, 2026
Governor Appointment Triggers Civil Society Outcry
Citizens’ Coalition questions process, flags conflict-of-interest risks
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Feb 28, 2026
BB to Scrap 14-Day Repo from May 3
Move aims to tighten liquidity management and curb money creation
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Feb 28, 2026
GDP Growth Seen at 4.5% This Fiscal Year
Oxford Economics trims forecast as exports weaken, inflation stays high
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Feb 28, 2026
Law, Trust Biggest Hurdles for Business
Entrepreneurs demand stability, reforms as investment remains sluggish
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Feb 26, 2026
Real NPLs at 35.7% Raise Stability Alarm
Experts flag governance gaps, policy disconnect and hidden bad loans as key risks
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Feb 26, 2026
Tariff Scenario Still Fluid, Says Commerce Minister
Govt reviewing US trade deal, awaits official communication on revised duties
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Feb 25, 2026
Mostakur Rahman Appointed Bangladesh Bank Governor
Appointment for four years under Bangladesh Bank Order; order takes immediate effect
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Feb 25, 2026
BB Governor Accuses Officials of Sabotaging Bank Recovery
Ahsan Mansur defends reforms and urges discipline amid protests
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Feb 25, 2026
BB governor leaving job amid protest
Officials’ dissent and government speculation mark turbulent exit
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Feb 25, 2026
Gold Slips from 3-Week Peak on Profit-Taking, Stronger Dollar
Bullion retreats after sharp rally as firm greenback and policy jitters weigh on sentiment
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Feb 24, 2026
Reforms to Continue in Banking Sector
Inflation control, bad loan recovery and merged bank stability top agenda
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Feb 24, 2026
Economy Shows Little Shift in Q2
Exports dip, inflation stays high despite stronger remittances
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Feb 24, 2026
Let Parliament Decide on US Trade Deal
Questions mount over pre-election pact as legal ground shifts
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Feb 23, 2026
NBR Faces Tk 1tr Revenue Gap
Sluggish growth puts FY26 target increasingly out of reach
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Feb 23, 2026
Govt Awaits US Tariff Notice
Court ruling clouds Trump duty move, Dhaka weighs next trade steps
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Feb 23, 2026
BB Eases Down Payment Rules
Half upfront, rest in six months to help firms restructure loans
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Feb 22, 2026
Lobbying Intensifies for BSEC Top Jobs
Stakeholders urge conflict-free, capable leadership to rebuild battered market
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Feb 19, 2026
BB Buys $109m to Steady Taka
Stronger remittance inflows prompt fresh dollar purchase; reserves edge up
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Feb 19, 2026
Stocks Extend Slide on Policy Uncertainty
DSEX drops 51 points as investors await signals from new BNP-led government
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Feb 19, 2026
Govt Moves to Defer LDC Graduation
Commerce minister says process underway; focus also on export diversification and Ramadan market stability
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Feb 19, 2026
Taka Eases as REER Falls
Lower index narrows overvaluation gap, offers mild relief to exporters
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Feb 17, 2026
Stocks Slip for Second Day
DSEX falls 18 points as turnover dips but stays above Tk 12b
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Feb 17, 2026
DSE, CSE cut trading hours during Ramadan
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Feb 16, 2026
BB Sets Ramadan Hours for Finance Firms
Offices to run 9:30am–4:00pm with prayer break during fasting month
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Feb 16, 2026
Agent Banking Loans Climb to Tk 350b
Rural borrowers dominate as deposits and remittances post steady growth
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Feb 16, 2026
Stocks Slip at Open After Post-Poll Rally
Investors turn cautious a day after 200-point surge
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Feb 16, 2026
Bourses Trim Trading Hours for Ramadan
Daily session shortened by 40 minutes; office hours cut by one hour
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Feb 15, 2026
New govt faces economy test on day one
Depositors, investors and job seekers seek relief as finance adviser warns of tough reforms ahead
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Feb 15, 2026
BGMEA greets Tarique on BNP sweep
Garment exporters seek policy support, energy security to hit $100b export target by 2030
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Feb 15, 2026
Standard Chartered rolls out Ramadan shopping bonanza
Bank offers dining deals, travel discounts and zero-cost EMI to boost festive spending
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Feb 11, 2026
PRAN-RFL to Enter Two-Wheeler Market with Tk 500cr Investment
Group to produce TVS motorcycles and launch local e-scooter brand RYDO
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Feb 11, 2026
BB Autonomy Plan Left for Next Government
Finance adviser says reforms involve tough choices beyond interim mandate
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Feb 9, 2026
BB continues tight monetary policy stance with keeping policy rate unchaged
Central bank to contain higher inflation regime but economists opine differently
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Feb 9, 2026
Ctg port strike called off after NCT deal shelved
Interim government steps back from DP World handover, easing tensions at the country’s main seaport
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Feb 7, 2026
Interim Govt Shelves Central Bank Autonomy Plan
Proposal to amend Bangladesh Bank law stalled amid bureaucratic resistance
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Feb 7, 2026
Chattogram Port Back in Action After Strike Pause
Cargo handling resumes as workers suspend protest; CPA tightens stance on dissenting staff
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Feb 7, 2026
Stocks Rally for Third Straight Week
Banking shares lead gains as investors bet on post-election stability
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Feb 7, 2026
FID Seeks Names in Fortune Shoes Stock Rigging Case
Regulators move to identify ICB officials accused of colluding in years-long price manipulation
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Feb 6, 2026
BB steps up dollar buying as remittances surge
Central bank mops up $196.5m to steady exchange rate
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Feb 6, 2026
CPA seeks ACC probe into protesting port staff
Asset checks, travel curbs sought amid NCT lease dispute
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Feb 6, 2026
BB lifts cap on mobile-based digital payments
Monthly spending limit raised to Tk 2,000 to spur digital services
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Feb 5, 2026
BRAC Bank bets on tech to widen financial access
Digital lending, student banking and women-focused services drive inclusion push
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Feb 5, 2026
Strong institutions vital as uncertainty grows
Business leader urges reforms, policy continuity ahead of LDC graduation
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Feb 3, 2026
Chattogram port strike drags into fourth day
24-hour shutdown halts cargo handling as workers oppose NCT lease
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Feb 3, 2026
Exports slide again, but pace of fall eases
January earnings dip 0.5% as month-on-month recovery offers mild relief
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Feb 3, 2026
BB ramps up dollar buying to steady taka
Over $4bn purchased in seven months as reserves inch up
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Feb 2, 2026
Next govt faces tougher economic test: finance adviser
Stability gains fragile as banks urged to reform lending, boost SME credit and autonomy
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Feb 2, 2026
T-bill yields edge up under new PD rules
Restricted auction access lifts rates as government raises Tk 75bn
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Feb 2, 2026
Chattogram port strike drags into third day
Work stoppage over NCT handover halts cargo operations as authorities clamp down
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Feb 2, 2026
BB governor asks Sonali to step up lending
Warns excessive caution undermines role of a commercial bank despite strong profits
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Feb 2, 2026
Farm loan flows surge in H1 of FY26
Disbursement jumps nearly 30%, recoveries rise as outstanding credit tops Tk 627bn
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Feb 2, 2026
Second refinery cost cut by 12.6% after ECNEC pushback
Revised plan trims Tk 44.64bn while keeping capacity intact; inflated construction and engineering costs slashed
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Feb 2, 2026
Growth stuck at 4.7% as reforms lag, IMF warns
High inflation, banking stress and delayed fiscal fixes likely to keep Bangladesh’s economy subdued through FY27
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Jan 31, 2026
Banking Stocks Keep Market in the Green
DSEX posts second straight weekly gain as election clarity lifts sentiment
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Jan 31, 2026
IMF Sees Bangladesh Growth Picking Up to 4.7%
Recovery expected in FY26–27, but inflation, weak revenues and banking risks cloud outlook
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Jan 30, 2026
Bangladesh Bank Rebases REER to Reflect Today’s Economy
Remittances included for the first time; China becomes top-weighted trade partner
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Jan 29, 2026
NBR Extends Tax Return Deadline to Feb 28 Ahead of Polls
Third extension gives taxpayers more time to file returns for FY26
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Jan 29, 2026
Up to 9.5% profit for Sammilito Islami Bank depositors
BB reverses earlier stance, eases liquidity fears, vows action against misinformation
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Jan 28, 2026
Padma Oil’s Q2 Profit Jumps 13.6% on Interest Gains
Rising deposit yields lift earnings as peers struggle with banking-sector stress
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Jan 28, 2026
Pubali Bank Cuts NPLs to 2.05%, Bets Big on AI Banking
Aggressive recovery drive and digital push lift performance, strengthen future strategy
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Jan 27, 2026
Bonded Abuse Drains Millions from State Coffers
Weak oversight in textile imports fuels revenue loss, hurts compliant mills, and threatens sector stability
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Jan 27, 2026
Jamuna Oil’s Q2 Profit Slumps 51% as Interest Income Dries Up
Blocked deposits in merged Islamic banks wipe out a key earnings stream, exposing governance and liquidity risks
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Jan 26, 2026
Stocks rebound at DSE despite broad price declines
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Jan 26, 2026
Govt. plans to push-pull factors to vibrate corporate bond market
It will lessen corporate funding pressure on banks
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Jan 25, 2026
Islamic banks rebound on remittance surge
Investments, assets post double-digit growth in November as confidence returns
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Jan 24, 2026
Stocks hit two-month high ahead of polls
Blue-chip buying, easing political uncertainty lift market sentiment and turnover
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Jan 24, 2026
NRBC to scale up CMSME lending, go big on digital banking
Chairman outlines strategy to expand inclusion, curb NPLs and strengthen governance
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Jan 22, 2026
DSE slips, CSE advances in mixed weekly close
Late selling drags Dhaka index lower as Chittagong market ends in the green
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Jan 22, 2026
Brokers seek global-standard regrouping of DSE securities
DBA urges regulator to adopt international classification to improve transparency, analysis, and investor confidence
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Jan 21, 2026
BB Eyes Bank Consolidation, Keeping Only Two State Lenders
Governor says weak governance and family control have drained confidence and capital from the sector
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Jan 21, 2026
Stocks start higher in early trading
DSE and CSE indices post modest gains as investors show selective interest
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Jan 20, 2026
BASIC Bank revival drive shows little recovery
Top defaulters repay only Tk 48m against Tk 25.4b outstanding despite fresh push
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Jan 20, 2026
Surplus liquidity to push banks toward lending
Strong deposit growth and lower government borrowing set to boost private credit
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Jan 20, 2026
Blue-chip buying lifts stocks for second day
Investors snap up oversold shares as confidence improves, turnover jumps
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Jan 20, 2026
Future earnings to shape IPO pricing under new rules
2025 framework shifts valuation focus to growth prospects while tightening checks on price distortion
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Jan 19, 2026
T-bill yields diverge as banks play safe
Lenders favour short-term papers ahead of polls, pushing up longer-tenure yields
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Jan 19, 2026
Taka slips nearly 2pc against dollar in November
Central bank data point to scope for further depreciation as imports rise and competitiveness weakens
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Jan 19, 2026
Nullified shares cloud lien-backed loans after mergers
Regulators scramble to address legal and financial risks as merged banks’ shares lose all value
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Jan 18, 2026
Rice imports jump as prices stay high
Private shipments surge on market volatility, raising concerns over timing and farmer impact
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Jan 18, 2026
Weak markets set to deepen job losses
Bank mergers and NBFI liquidations threaten hundreds of jobs as capital market slump limits re-employment
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Jan 18, 2026
BB targets inflation near 5pc
Central bank signals gradual easing as price pressures stay above 8pc
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Jan 15, 2026
No profit for merged banks’ depositors in 2024–25
Central bank orders balance recalculation ahead of consolidation into Sammilito Islami Bank
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Jan 15, 2026
Cap on bank shareholding sparks pushback
Proposed legal amendment divides central bank and bankers over control and market impact
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Jan 15, 2026
IPO lottery makes a comeback
Regulator rolls back pro-rata system to protect small investors, tighten IPO rules
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Jan 14, 2026
Thin liquidity reshapes DSEX
Investor exit lifts junk stocks as blue chips slip from benchmark
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Jan 14, 2026
Five-year bond yield drops on surplus liquidity
Banks park excess funds in govt securities as credit demand stays weak
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Jan 14, 2026
Experts call for e-commerce, skills overhaul
Diaspora-led forum warns Bangladesh risks digital isolation without urgent policy reform
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Jan 13, 2026
Bangladesh Bank buys $81m to stabilise taka
Central bank intervention offsets surging remittances and supports forex reserves
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Jan 13, 2026
BSEC urges caution on DSE’s share netting plan
Regulator seeks stronger risk controls before approving intraday netting
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Jan 13, 2026
Remittance inflows hit record $17.17b
Overseas earnings surge nearly 20pc, easing pressure on reserves
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Jan 13, 2026
No foreign loan binge for health, education
Government shifts development financing toward investment-driven sectors
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Jan 13, 2026
Health, education bear brunt as development budget slashed
Revised ADP cut by 13pc midway through FY26, with deep trims to social sectors
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Jan 12, 2026
NBR opens MFS channel for corporate taxes
Large-value TDS and VAT payments go digital under new system
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Jan 12, 2026
Policy gaps clip packaging exports
Industry says lack of incentives and high import duties keep Bangladesh out of a $700bn global market
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Jan 11, 2026
BB asks banks to downsize NPL below 25 percent by March next
Classified loan drops below 31 percent until December
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Jan 11, 2026
Bangladesh Bank directs banks to promote 'Yes' vote ahead of referendum
Banks instructed to display banners and engage in awareness programmes while ensuring financial stability
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Jan 11, 2026
Rate Cut Needs Careful Handling: Adviser
Finance adviser warns against hasty moves as borrowing costs, inflation and liquidity remain tightly linked
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Jan 11, 2026
NBR Opens Door to Large Tax Payments via bKash
New MFS-based system allows corporates to pay taxes digitally, cutting bank visits and transaction delays
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Jan 11, 2026
Microcredit Bank Plan Raises Red Flags
Experts and civil society groups warn the proposal could weaken Bangladesh’s proven microfinance system and put poor borrowers at risk
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Jan 8, 2026
Bank Stocks End DSE Losing Streak
Blue-chip buying lifts benchmark as investors return to banks
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Jan 8, 2026
Dividend Rule Tightens Noose on Mutual Funds
Three straight years without payouts could trigger conversion or liquidation under new BSEC rules
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Jan 7, 2026
BB Raises Home Loan Ceiling to Tk 40m
Higher limits linked to banks’ mortgage asset quality as costs rise
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Jan 7, 2026
BB Clears Digital Processing of Export Documents
Electronic presentation allowed under DP and DA to support trade digitalisation
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Jan 7, 2026
NBFI Liquidation to Wipe Out Shareholder Value
Market losses understate the damage as paid-up capital and investor costs far exceed current prices
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Jan 7, 2026
New ‘R’ Category Proposed to Tame Weak Stock Manipulation
Loss-making and long-closed firms may be shifted off the main board under stricter trading rules
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Jan 5, 2026
NBR rolls out e-VAT option for paper returns
Taxpayers can now upload past hard copy VAT filings online without penalty
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Jan 5, 2026
Stocks inch higher in early trade
Benchmark indices post marginal gains as turnover stays moderate
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Jan 5, 2026
Sammilito Islami Bank attracts Tk 440 million in deposits in first two days of operations
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Jan 4, 2026
IPO rules revamped as regulator eyes quality listings
New framework strengthens exchange oversight, raises hopes for stronger market entries in 2026
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Jan 4, 2026
VAT net widens as December drive adds 131,000 taxpayers
Special registration campaign lifts total VAT entities to 775,000
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Jan 1, 2026
Banking Resumes at Merged Islamic Banks
Customers regain limited access as Sammilito Islami Bank begins operations
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Dec 31, 2025
BB Buys $89m to Steady Dollar Rate
Interbank auction lifts reserves as central bank continues forex market intervention
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Dec 29, 2025
Call to hold policy rate at 10%
Economists warn against easing or tightening as inflation stays above 9%
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Dec 28, 2025
BB to apply risk-based supervision in banks from next month
the regulator issues RBS framework for its effective implementation
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Dec 27, 2025
Deposits to shift to Sommilito Islami Bank next week
Accounts of five merging banks to move automatically; Tk200,000 withdrawal allowed
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Dec 27, 2025
BB clears air on withdrawal cap for merging banks
Depositors to be allowed up to Tk200,000 withdrawals; timing yet to be fixed
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Dec 22, 2025
Dhaka stocks slide to one-month low
Political unease, thin listings keep investors on edge
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Dec 22, 2025
NBR signals possible extension of tax return deadline
Chairman says decision will depend on online filing progress as digital push gathers pace
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Dec 22, 2025
BB steps in to steady taka with fresh dollar buy
Central bank purchases $60m in interbank auction as reserves inch up
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Dec 18, 2025
BB Buys $67m to Steady Dollar Rate
Central bank steps up intervention as reserves edge higher
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Dec 18, 2025
Stocks Open Lower at Both Bourses
Most shares decline as indices slide in early trading
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Dec 18, 2025
Auditors Warn on Survival of Two Listed Firms
Going-concern risks flagged at Global Heavy Chemicals and Metro Spinning
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Dec 18, 2025
Recovering Laundered Assets May Take Years
Government plans legal amendments as central bank warns of long road to money recovery
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Dec 18, 2025
BB Eyes FY24 as New REER Base Year
Central bank plans update to reflect shifting trade patterns and currency competitiveness
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Dec 17, 2025
No more bank mergers planned: Bangladesh Bank
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Dec 17, 2025
BB gives approval to Nagad for Interoperable Payment System
Central bank approval clears the way for cross-platform transfers from January
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Dec 17, 2025
Central Bank Order Forces FSIB to Admit Massive Hidden Losses
Bangladesh Bank forces full provisioning, revealing Tk 575.8b loss and deep negative net worth as merger looms
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Dec 17, 2025
Renata’s Preference Shares Offer Blueprint for Debt Relief
Hybrid instrument debuts on DSE’s ATB, signals new path for corporate financing
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Dec 17, 2025
Global trade set to cross $35 trillion in 2025: UN
Trade in goods and services grows 7% despite geopolitical tensions; momentum seen easing next year
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Dec 14, 2025
Project Aid to Be Cut by Tk 140b in FY26 Revised ADP
Foreign-funded allocations likely to shrink as slow implementation forces tighter spending
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Dec 14, 2025
IFAD Clears $51.4m for Climate-Resilient Rural Project
Financing to support food security, green enterprises and livelihoods for 1.1m people in vulnerable regions
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Dec 14, 2025
Negative Margin Assets Raise Market Risk as NBFI Liquidations Loom
Experts warn forced sales could hurt equities; urge use of liquidators and off-market settlements
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Dec 9, 2025
BB buys $202m through dollar auction
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Dec 9, 2025
No Quick Relief on Interest Rates as Inflation Stays Stubborn
BB Governor signals no policy-rate cut; NBR chief warns of mounting debt pressure amid weak revenue growth
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Dec 8, 2025
Economy Strained but Signs of a Slow Rebound Emerge
Inflation, weak investment and fiscal stress persist as a new report warns Bangladesh is at a critical crossroads.
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Dec 8, 2025
BB Pushes Banks Toward Loan Restructuring, Partial Write-Offs as NPLs Hit Record
Governor urges aggressive recovery measures; bankers warn current rescheduling scheme is unsafe and ineffective
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Dec 8, 2025
Tight Money Squeezes Banks as Credit, Deposits Lose Steam
Planning Commission report warns of slowing growth, rising risks, and a difficult policy balancing act ahead
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Dec 8, 2025
BD–Thailand Eye Broader Trade & Faster Sea Links
Envoy–Adviser talks stress maritime routes, investment opportunities, and the push for an FTA
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Dec 7, 2025
Stocks Start Mixed as DSE Opens Higher, CSE Slips
Early trading shows cautious optimism in Dhaka while Chattogram market remains under pressure.
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Dec 7, 2025
Dhaka, Berlin Set to Renew Development Partnership After Three-Year Pause
Germany prepares new cooperation framework covering climate, skills, governance and sustainable growth
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Dec 6, 2025
CPA Extends Suspension of Penal Rent on Imported Containers
Fourth extension aims to ease congestion, support traders during peak year-end cargo flow.
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Dec 4, 2025
Govt’s Domestic Borrowing Plunges 48% in Early FY26
Lower development spending, weak private investment, and falling T-bill rates drive sharp drop in bank borrowing.
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Dec 2, 2025
Banks to Take Full Charge of Prize Bond, Savings Certificate Services
Bangladesh Bank withdraws from all customer-facing operations; commercial banks to manage sales, transactions, and prize claims.
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Dec 2, 2025
BSEC gives 11 intermediaries more time to fix provisioning gaps
Regulator extends deadline as firms struggle with negative equity, unrealised losses
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Dec 1, 2025
Stocks Slide as Political Uncertainty Triggers Heavy Sell-Off
DSEX drops below 5,000 as cautious investors dump shares; Tk7,000 crore wiped out in a single session.
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Dec 1, 2025
Cenbank Rejects Four State Banks’ Capital Plans
Regulators call proposals “unrealistic” as state lenders struggle with deep losses, high NPLs and a widening capital hole.
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Dec 1, 2025
Debt Servicing Outpaces New Foreign Aid
Rising repayments and slower new commitments widen the strain on Bangladesh’s external finances.
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Nov 29, 2025
Govt in hurry to operationalise Sammilito Islami Bank
current account created sans license, board reconstituted
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Nov 26, 2025
Govt Pushes for Dedicated Disaster-Response Budget
Meeting on national disaster financing calls for structured allocations, stronger insurance coverage, and improved financial readiness.
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Nov 26, 2025
Petrobangla Moves to Import More LNG to Revive Fertiliser Output
Tariff hike to fund seven extra LNG cargoes a year as factories struggle with chronic gas shortages.
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Nov 26, 2025
Health Sector Strains Under Licensing Delays, Cost Pressures
Experts warn of rising risks ahead of LDC graduation; call for policy reform, tariff rationalisation, and stronger public-private partnerships.
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Nov 25, 2025
France Eyes Bigger Investment Push in Bangladesh
Pharmaceutical and ICT sectors highlighted as priority areas for expansion
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Nov 25, 2025
Political Leadership Key to Stable Commodity Prices: Finance Adviser
Finance adviser says administrative measures alone cannot curb market volatility
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Nov 24, 2025
Bangladesh Targets Full Payment Interoperability by 2027
BB governor says unified system will cut costs, boost transparency and support a cashless future
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Nov 24, 2025
Digital Payments Surge, But MFS Growth Loses Momentum
BB report shows strong digital uptake in 2024, uneven usage across sectors
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Nov 24, 2025
Community Bank Signs MoU with May International to Boost Trade Intelligence
Agreement aims to strengthen global trade compliance through advanced analytics platform
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Nov 23, 2025
Bangladesh Bank Suspends All Citizen Services
Savings certificates, prize bonds and note exchange halted nationwide amid security concerns
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Nov 23, 2025
Govt Cuts Bank Debt as New Fiscal Strategy Takes Hold
Interim administration repays loans, curbs spending and frees up credit space for the private sector
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Nov 20, 2025
Islamic Banks Warned of Rising Operational Risks
Experts call for stronger shariah governance, dedicated risk units and a unified ORM framework
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Nov 19, 2025
10-year T-bond yield jumps as banks avoid long-term investments
Banks’ cautious portfolio management pushes yields higher; government raises Tk 25bn through bonds
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Nov 19, 2025
Govt weighs changes to travel agency ordinance amid FDI concerns
BIDA, industry leaders warn that ownership and compliance rules could disrupt thousands of agencies and deter foreign investment
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Nov 17, 2025
BB to Stop Selling Savings Certificates, Prize Bonds
Central bank to phase out five customer services as part of a major security and modernisation drive
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Nov 17, 2025
CPA, APM Terminals sign 30-year deal for Laldia project
New PPP agreement aims to modernise Chattogram port and boost youth employment
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Nov 17, 2025
Stocks open higher on DSE, CSE
Both markets see early gains as indices edge up in first hour of trade
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Nov 13, 2025
Bank deposits surge nearly 10% in September as confidence returns
Top-tier banks lead growth amid attractive interest rates and declining treasury yields
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Nov 13, 2025
BB allows 90-day deferred payment for essential imports before Ramadan
Move aims to ease import pressure and ensure steady supply of key food items during the fasting month
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Nov 13, 2025
Maersk to invest $550m in Chattogram’s Laldia Container Terminal
Landmark deal with APM Terminals to bring Bangladesh’s largest-ever European investment, boosting trade and port efficiency
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Nov 13, 2025
Next government may decide fate of LDC graduation
Officials, private sector urge UN team to allow new administration time amid global and domestic uncertainties
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Nov 13, 2025
BB orders urgent crackdown on rising default loans
Banks told to recover cash aggressively as NPLs cross 30% of total loans, alarming IMF and policymakers
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Nov 12, 2025
BB asks banks to somehow control growing NPLs
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Nov 11, 2025
BB to shrink export fund to $2b by December to meet IMF terms
EDF once stood at $7b; exporters now struggle for low-cost loans amid stricter IMF conditions and misuse concerns
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Nov 11, 2025
Govt repays more than it borrows in first four months of FY26
Low development spending and weak private credit demand drive Tk3,439 crore net repayment to banks
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Nov 11, 2025
Japan extends duty-free access for Bangladesh by 3 years after LDC graduation
Tokyo’s tariff reform ensures continued trade benefits until 2029, giving exporters time to adapt
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Nov 10, 2025
ECNEC clears 12 development projects worth Tk 71.5 billion
All projects to be financed from government funds; focus on rural infrastructure, health, and education
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Nov 10, 2025
Power Grid skips dividend again amid continued losses
State-run firm heads to Z category after third straight year of losses
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Nov 10, 2025
BB issues LoI for Sammilito Islami Bank
New Shariah-based bank to be formed by merging five troubled lenders with record NPLs
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Nov 10, 2025
T-bill yields rise as banks hold back ahead of polls
Long-term treasury yields climb as lenders opt for liquidity management before election
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Nov 9, 2025
Bangladesh Bank drafting AI policy to secure and modernise banking
Central bank forms special team to set national standards, plans in-house AI model for data protection
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Nov 9, 2025
Forex reserves hold steady above $31b after ACU payment
Higher remittance inflow and export growth keep reserves stable despite $1.6b settlement
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Nov 9, 2025
Sammilito Islami Bank gets preliminary license
FID's secretary Nazma Mobarek to act as chairperson of its seven-member board
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Nov 8, 2025
Bangladesh Races to Secure Duty-Free Market Access Ahead of LDC Graduation
Over two dozen trade strategies in motion as Dhaka seeks to safeguard exports and delay potential losses post-2026
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Nov 8, 2025
Experts Urge Safeguards for Small Investors Amid Five-Bank Merger
Concerns rise over regulatory failures and the need for central bank autonomy as five Islamic banks face merger
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Nov 6, 2025
BB softens stance to protect interest of small shareholders in five merging bank
Govt can consider compensation to small investors, central bank opines
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Nov 6, 2025
BB doubles export limit to boost small, digital traders
Central bank expands digital payment options to ease low-value exports
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Nov 6, 2025
DSE halts trading of five Islamic banks amid merger
Bangladesh Bank declares the lenders non-viable; shareholders to lose entire equity
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Nov 5, 2025
Shareholders to get nothing as BB officially starts merger of five banks
central bank appoints administrators to take control of the struggling banks
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Nov 5, 2025
BB to Issue Tk 2,500cr Sukuk for Rural Development in December
Funds to finance infrastructure upgrades across Noakhali, Feni, and Lakshmipur under a Shariah-compliant model.
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Nov 5, 2025
Remittance Surges Nearly 49% in Early November
Expatriates send $350 million in just three days, lifting total inflow to over $10.4 billion this fiscal year.
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Nov 4, 2025
Govt finalises merger of five struggling Islamic banks
BB to hold press meet today to share details
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Nov 4, 2025
Bangladesh Sees 19% Rise in FDI, Defies Global Post-Uprising Downturn
Foreign investment in FY 2024–25 hit $1.68 billion, reflecting investor confidence in Bangladesh’s stability and policy direction.
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Nov 4, 2025
Bangladesh Bank introduces Taka-Foreign Currency Swap to Ease Exporters’ Liquidity
Exporters can now access short-term Taka funds using their own foreign currency holdings, boosting market-based liquidity management.
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Nov 3, 2025
Transparency, Policy Stability Key to Drawing More Japanese Investment in Bangladesh
JETRO official says investor interest is growing fast, but work permit delays and policy inconsistency remain key hurdles
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Nov 3, 2025
Bangladesh Plans Defence Economic Zone to Boost Arms Exports
Government eyes $1.5b investment to produce advanced weapons and achieve self-sufficiency in defence
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Nov 2, 2025
private sector credit growth hits historical low of 6.29 percent in September
It signals a deep economic slowdown, experts
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Nov 2, 2025
BIDA Overhauls Structure to Match Global Investment Trends
New framework aims to provide integrated support to investors from planning to implementation
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Nov 2, 2025
BB Rolls Out Interoperable Payment — Without bKash and Nagad
Central bank launches long-awaited system amid readiness issues and licensing concerns surrounding top two MFS operators
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Nov 2, 2025
Foreign Loan Disbursement Jumps 35% in Q1
Disbursement hits $1.15 billion in July–September amid higher repayments and slower new commitments
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Oct 30, 2025
Forex Reserves Reach $32.15b
Bangladesh Bank data shows higher reserves than IMF’s BPM6-based estimate of $27.35b
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Oct 30, 2025
Bangladesh Eyes Next $450m IMF Tranche as Review Mission Begins
IMF team scrutinises subsidy cuts, fiscal reforms, and reserve targets in two-week assessment
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Oct 30, 2025
Remittance Inflows Up Nearly 10% in October
Expatriates send $2.34 billion in 28 days, lifting total receipts to $9.93 billion this fiscal year
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Oct 29, 2025
IMF Tranche at Risk as Banking Reforms Lag Behind
Delays in mergers of troubled banks and slow reforms may stall $450m disbursement from the $5.5b IMF package
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Oct 29, 2025
Economic Reform Summit Calls for Bold Steps to Sustain Bangladesh's Growth
Reforms in finance, investment, and job creation vital to avoid low-growth cycle, say experts
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Oct 28, 2025
Merger of five islamic banks may lead to massive problem in future, experts say
BB deputy governor turns down the fear
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Oct 28, 2025
Nabil Group buys three Partex units in Tk1,500cr deal
The Rajshahi-based conglomerate expands from food commodities to consumer durables with major acquisition
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Oct 26, 2025
IMF Praises Bangladesh for Boosting Foreign Exchange Reserves
The lender calls the rise in reserves a key achievement under its ongoing reform programme amid continued balance of payments pressure.
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Oct 26, 2025
BRAC Bank profit surges 52% to Tk1,536cr in nine months
Strong investment and subsidiary income boost earnings; Q3 profit rises 50%
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Oct 25, 2025
Carney Open to Restarting US-Canada Trade Talks
Ottawa seeks to rebuild dialogue after Trump halts negotiations over Reagan ad controversy
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Oct 25, 2025
Islamic Bank Investments Up 10.5pc in a Year
Sector posts steady growth in assets, investments despite liquidity strain
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Oct 24, 2025
Summit Power Profit Plunges 88% on Plant Shutdowns, Asset Losses
Seven power plants remained idle as policy shifts and gas shortages hit private producers; company declares 10.5% dividend despite steep fall
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Oct 23, 2025
US Slaps Sanctions on Russian Oil Giants Amid Rising War Tensions
Move targets Rosneft and Lukoil as Washington accuses Moscow of prolonging the Ukraine conflict; Russia responds with nuclear drills
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Oct 23, 2025
Taka under pressure as dollar surges past Tk 122.50
Market volatility returns amid rising demand and central bank dollar purchases
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Oct 22, 2025
BB's intervention heats up forex market with exchange rate increases over by 50 paisa a day
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Oct 22, 2025
Economy stabilising, but weak investment clouds outlook
GED report warns sluggish private credit growth and high lending rates could weigh on jobs and industrial output.
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Oct 22, 2025
Remittance grows 7.1pc in October amid steady inflow
Expatriates sent $1.78b in first 20 days of October; total $9.36b received so far this fiscal year.
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Oct 20, 2025
un-invested cash in bank vaults continues rising
rising deposits amid lower credit demand push the hike
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Oct 20, 2025
Stocks open mixed on Dhaka and Chittagong bourses
DSE starts the week on a positive note while CSE slips amid cautious investor sentiment
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Oct 20, 2025
ICB seeks urgent funds to regain stability
The state-owned investment bank eyes recovery with fresh liquidity support amid mounting liabilities
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Oct 19, 2025
Bank reforms doomed without accountability, warn experts
Speakers say political interference and impunity for bank looters block genuine change
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Oct 19, 2025
Port users threaten shutdown over tariff hike
Businesses give government a 7-day ultimatum to withdraw increased charges at Chittagong Port
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Oct 18, 2025
Index Agro Cuts Dividend Despite Steady Profit Growth
Company posts slight rise in earnings but trims payout to preserve liquidity
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Oct 18, 2025
Banks’ Dollar Holdings Dip to $3.94b as BB Steps Up Greenback Purchases
Central bank buys over $2b to stabilise exchange rate, injects Tk 259b liquidity into banking system
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Oct 17, 2025
NBR Logs Record Tk 908b Revenue in Q1 of FY2025–26
Strong gains in VAT, income tax, and customs push revenue up 20% year-on-year.
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Oct 17, 2025
Remittance Inflow Rises 9.6% in First Half of October
Expatriates send over $9 billion so far in FY2025, reflecting steady growth in overseas income.
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Oct 16, 2025
Refusing Tk1, Tk2 Coins a Legal Offence: Bangladesh Bank
Central bank reminds public that all metal coins remain valid tender nationwide.
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Oct 16, 2025
BB Adds ‘Commercial Invoice’ Tab to OIMS to Streamline Import Reporting
New feature to become mandatory from November 1 to enhance transparency and efficiency in trade documentation.
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Oct 15, 2025
IMF Lifts Global Growth Forecast Despite Looming US-China Trade Risks
Tariff tensions ease for now, but Trump’s renewed threats could derail fragile recovery, warns IMF
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Oct 15, 2025
NBR Expands Customs and VAT Network with 12 New Offices
Move aims to widen tax net, boost revenue collection, and improve service quality
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Oct 14, 2025
Dhaka Stocks Rebound After Five-Day Slump
Market recovers as bargain hunters return; investors remain cautious ahead of election
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Oct 13, 2025
Remittance inflow rises 18.9% in early October
Expatriates send $8.78b in four months of FY2025-26
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Oct 13, 2025
BB cuts provisioning rates to spur agri, CMSME lending
Banks to maintain 1% provision on standard and SMA loans until 2026
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Oct 13, 2025
Stocks extend losing streak as banks, NBFIs drag market down
DSEX drops 81 points; fifth straight session of decline reflects weak investor confidence
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Oct 13, 2025
BB turns down Janata Bank’s plea to offset Tk 27cr loss at Italian arm
Central bank to review Janata Exchange’s performance by mid-2026 before taking a final call
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Oct 13, 2025
Short-term foreign loans to private sector drop to 8-month low
Trade slowdown, weaker investment curb demand for buyer’s credit
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Oct 13, 2025
Industry leaders urge repeal of ‘Flag Vessel Act’ to unlock shipping potential
Stakeholders say outdated law and high import duties are stifling private operators and shipyards despite billion-dollar prospects
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Oct 12, 2025
Founder’s exit sparks fresh turmoil at Social Islami Bank
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Oct 12, 2025
Savings certificates lose appeal as net sales plunge 86pc in August
High inflation and tighter liquidity drive small investors to cash out instead of reinvesting
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Oct 12, 2025
Structural gaps stifle Bangladesh’s halal industry growth
Experts call for unified certification body, better labs, and skilled workforce to tap into trillion-dollar global halal market
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Oct 12, 2025
Govt moves to waive VAT on exporters’ local sourcing
Policy aims to boost export competitiveness and support local industries ahead of Bangladesh’s LDC graduation
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Oct 11, 2025
Bangladesh, EU push to finalise Partnership Agreement soon
PCA to mark new era in Dhaka-Brussels relations covering trade, governance, and development
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Oct 11, 2025
Business leaders call for single-digit lending rates
High borrowing costs squeezing investment, exports, and SME growth, they warn
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Oct 10, 2025
Current-account surplus doubles in August, boosting growth outlook
Stronger remittance and export earnings lift external position; investment shows early signs of recovery
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Oct 10, 2025
Govt clears merger of five Islamic banks into new state-run lender
United Islamic Bank to be formed with Tk 400 billion authorised capital; government to hold majority stake initially
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Oct 9, 2025
ADB Lends $100m to Support Rural Small Businesses in Bangladesh
Project aims to create 15,000 jobs and boost women-led enterprises outside major cities
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Oct 9, 2025
BB Warns Against Fake Loan Scams Using BB, IMF’s Logos
Fraudsters lure people through fake websites and apps; central bank urges public to avoid sharing personal data
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Oct 9, 2025
Govt Set to Approve Merger of Five Troubled Islamic Banks Today
New state-owned Shariah-based lender to be formed with Tk 350 billion capital; four of the merging banks face default loans above 90%
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Oct 8, 2025
Two-Year Bond Yield Falls Below Policy Rate
Banks shift excess liquidity to safe assets amid weak private credit demand
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Oct 8, 2025
Economic Activity Accelerates in September as PMI Hits 59.1
Manufacturing drives growth; agriculture and construction rebound
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Oct 7, 2025
Bangladesh Bank allows exporters to use local insurance coverage for export under open account
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Oct 7, 2025
Bangladesh’s GDP Growth Projected to Reach 4.8% by FY2026-27: World Bank
Easing inflation and rising private consumption expected to drive recovery
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Oct 7, 2025
Bangladesh, Japan Need More Rounds to Finalise EPA Negotiations
Both sides aim to conclude talks by year-end amid pending issues on tariffs and trade rules
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Oct 7, 2025
Lutfey Siddiqi Holds Bilateral Talks with Singapore Ministers
Discussions cover trade, labour, innovation, and bilateral collaboration
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Oct 6, 2025
Exports Rise 5.6% in Q1 Despite September Dip
Garment slowdown drags monthly earnings, but quarterly growth stays positive
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Oct 6, 2025
BB Consolidates Rules on Outward Remittances
New master circular aims to simplify cross-border payment compliance
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Oct 6, 2025
Banks Favour Short-Term T-bills Ahead of National Election
Mixed yield trends reflect cautious portfolio strategy amid uncertainty
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Oct 5, 2025
Bangladesh Bank nears long-sought autonomy
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Oct 4, 2025
CPA moves to recruit new berth operators
Step aims to boost competition and efficiency at country’s main seaport
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Oct 2, 2025
Chattogram Port Tariff Hike Effective from Oct 14 Midnight
Exporters, shippers warn of higher trade costs, loss of competitiveness
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Oct 2, 2025
ADB Extends $30m Green Loan to Envoy Textiles
First sustainability-linked loan in Bangladesh to boost yarn output, renewable energy use
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Oct 2, 2025
Benapole Port Imports Plunge 73,000 Tonnes
India’s curbs and delayed quota deal blamed for consumer goods shortfall
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Oct 2, 2025
Forex Swaps Decline as Central Bank Pushes Spot Trades
BB’s dollar buying shrinks swap volume, but swaps still dominate market
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Oct 2, 2025
Tax Ordinance Fails to Deliver: Mid-Year Hike Sparks Anger, Not Revenue
Rollback on major items trims expected collection by nearly half
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Oct 1, 2025
Central Bank Independence Crucial for Stability: PRI
Think tank warns political interference has pushed banks to brink
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Oct 1, 2025
ICAB, ERF Ink Deal to Promote Financial Transparency
Partnership to focus on training, research, and corporate governance
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Oct 1, 2025
BDBL Seeks Tk 50b Govt Support to Expand Operations
State-run lender cites past merger move for liquidity woes, plans branch expansion
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Sep 30, 2025
BB now allots office space for proposed nationalised Islamic bank to be formed through merger
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Sep 30, 2025
ADB lifts Bangladesh growth forecast to 5% for FY26
Inflation, tariffs and banking sector risks may weigh on outlook
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Sep 30, 2025
WB may provide $300–500m budget support
Funds to aid Bangladesh’s transition from LDC status
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Sep 29, 2025
Housing slump dims Tk6,500cr electrical market
Demand for fittings falls by half; 5 lakh jobs at risk
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Sep 29, 2025
Bangladesh boosts long-term LNG imports
Spot market reliance to shrink as new supply deals kick in
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Sep 28, 2025
IMF caps Bangladesh’s foreign borrowing for first time
Country allowed to borrow up to $8.44b in FY26 under new conditions
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Sep 28, 2025
Calls grow for urgent overhaul of NBR
Experts stress separating tax policy from administration, warn of worsening inefficiencies
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Sep 28, 2025
Policy tweak revives call money market
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Sep 27, 2025
Bhutan Proposes FTA, Stronger Trade Ties with Bangladesh
Tobgay seeks connectivity of economic zones, religious tourism, hydropower and pharma investment
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Sep 27, 2025
Taka Overvaluation Raises Concerns Amid Weak Dollar Demand
Strong remittance inflows and sluggish imports push REER higher, economists warn of export risks
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Sep 25, 2025
Govt Clears Record $1.44b in Hard-Term Loans
Seven projects get greenlight from multilateral lenders
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Sep 25, 2025
Bangladesh, Italy Eye Stronger Economic Ties
Safe migration and trade expansion high on agenda
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Sep 24, 2025
Forex Reserves at $31.28b
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Sep 24, 2025
Bangladesh Economy Shows External Stability but Faces Domestic Strains
GED report highlights falling inflation, stronger reserves, but weak credit and revenue growth
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Sep 24, 2025
Bangladesh loan rescheduling plan raises stability concerns
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Sep 24, 2025
Govt to Back Exporters at 46 Global Trade Fairs in FY26
First-ever "Sourcing Bangladesh" expo in Dhaka set for December
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Sep 24, 2025
Bond Yields Slip Below Policy Rate as Liquidity Flows into Govt Securities
Subdued private credit demand and central bank interventions push yields lower
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Sep 23, 2025
Finance Adviser Defends BB’s $2b Dollar Purchase
Move aims to stabilise exchange rate, safeguard reserves, says Dr Salehuddin
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Sep 23, 2025
BB eases advance import payment rules
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Sep 23, 2025
BB Governor Calls for Tradable Market for Savings Certificates
Pushes for bond market reforms, sukuk innovation, and insurance expansion
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Sep 23, 2025
BB Buys $129.5m to Stabilize Forex Market
Dollar purchase supports remittance inflow, reserves improve
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Sep 23, 2025
Remittance Inflow Crosses $2 Billion in September
Expatriates send more money home, marking strong growth trend
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Sep 22, 2025
T-bill yields fall as govt borrows Tk 65b
Banks channel excess liquidity amid weak private credit demand
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Sep 22, 2025
Bangladesh eyes bigger share of Japan’s apparel market
EPA, China Plus One strategy create fresh export opportunities
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Sep 22, 2025
Govt moves to recover Tk 380b stuck in top loan cases
Special drive targets state-owned banks, insurers and regulators
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Sep 21, 2025
Private External Debt Falls to $19.8b
Repayments outpace new loans as investment slows
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Sep 21, 2025
Ctg Port Tariff Hike Deferred by One Month
Business community urges longer relief as exporters face global headwinds
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Sep 20, 2025
Adani Seeks Clearance of $500m Dues from Bangladesh
Delay in payments puts pressure on Godda power plant; Adani urges immediate settlement under power agreement
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Sep 20, 2025
Credit Card Spending Dips in July
Both domestic and international transactions fell, with sharp drop in overseas usage by Bangladeshi cardholders
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Sep 20, 2025
Shariah Bank Merger Plan Faces Uphill Battle
With bad loans soaring and resistance mounting, Bangladesh’s bold banking reform risks turning into a long, costly struggle.
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Sep 19, 2025
Experts Urge Stronger Regional Trade Among SAARC Nations
Calls grow for better connectivity, joint investment, and unified voice in global forums
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Sep 19, 2025
Govt to Hold National Dialogue on LDC Graduation
Stakeholders to weigh in before Dhaka responds to UN on possible deferment
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Sep 19, 2025
France Puts Bangladesh on Priority List for Development Funding
Paris hints at stronger ties under Indo-Pacific policy, but global aid shifts may pose hurdles
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Sep 18, 2025
Banks’ CSR Spending Halves in H1 2025
Disaster management remains top focus despite sharp fall
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Sep 18, 2025
ECNEC okays 13 projects worth Tk 83.33b
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Sep 18, 2025
Japan Eyes Early EPA Deal with Bangladesh
Envoy sees wider trade, tech and investment prospects
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Sep 17, 2025
Remittance Inflow Jumps 28.5% in First Half of September
Expatriates send $1.67b in 16 days; $6.57b so far this fiscal
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Sep 17, 2025
Bangladesh Loses $1.78b to Heat-Driven Productivity Decline
World Bank warns rising temperatures threaten health, economy
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Sep 17, 2025
United Islami Bank Planned as Five Troubled Lenders Set for State Takeover
Bangladesh Bank moves to merge Shariah-based banks after massive loan defaults
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Sep 16, 2025
Bangladesh pushes for deeper trade ties with US
Dhaka seeks further tariff cuts as bilateral deal nears signing
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Sep 16, 2025
BB buys $353m to stabilise forex market
Central bank steps up intervention to support exporters, remitters
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Sep 15, 2025
BB Pushes Back Digital Bank Application Deadline to 2 November
Central bank tightens eligibility rules for new licences
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Sep 15, 2025
BSEC launches probe into stock manipulation linked to Salman F Rahman
Tk 67.97b investments under scrutiny for suspected laundering, price rigging
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Sep 15, 2025
US may ease tariffs further as trade gap narrows
Bangladesh pushes for 15% duty on exports to boost competitiveness
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Sep 15, 2025
Forex reserves climb to $30.59b
Exports and remittances drive growth, but risks remain
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Sep 14, 2025
City Bank Raises Subordinated Bond Issue to Tk 1,200 Cr
Proceeds to support Basel-III compliance and business growth
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Sep 14, 2025
Govt’s Austerity Measures Save Tk 5,689cr in FY25
Expenditure cuts focus on vehicles, land, and non-essential spending to stabilize economy
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Sep 14, 2025
Remittances via MFS Rise Despite Overall Transaction Dip
Data gap at a major operator blamed for slowdown in total MFS volume
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Sep 14, 2025
NBR Unveils New Tool to Simplify Online Tax Filing
TRMS to let taxpayers authorise professionals for return submission
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Sep 12, 2025
Remittance Inflow Jumps 19.3% in Early September
Expatriates send $1.13b in first 10 days of the month
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Sep 11, 2025
State banks drowning in defaults
Bad loans soar to Tk146,362cr; Janata Bank hit hardest
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Sep 10, 2025
Bangladesh Bank Targets Five-Bank Merger by November
Govt to inject Tk 20,000cr as capital into new state-owned Islamic lender
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Sep 10, 2025
Unpaid Work Worth Tk 6.7tn Left Out of Bangladesh GDP
Women contribute over 85pc of invisible economic value, BBS finds
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Sep 10, 2025
Merger of Five Islami Banks May Shave 59 Points Off DSE
Investors brace for impact as regulators push bailout plan
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Sep 10, 2025
BB Buys $265m to Stabilise Taka
Reserves edge up as central bank intervenes in forex market
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Sep 9, 2025
MoF ousts financial intelligence chief over misconduct allegations
BFIU head removed after inquiry finds financial irregularities, authentic explicit video
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Sep 9, 2025
Govt forms working committee to drive merger of five banks
Tk 35,200cr capital required for new shariah lender; three banks agree, two oppose
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Sep 9, 2025
NBR uncovers over 1,300 undeclared luxury cars in tax probe
Tax probe finds Tk1,000cr revenue loss; list includes top brands, elites
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Sep 9, 2025
BB’s Loan Rescheduling: Relief for Defaulters, Pressure on Banks
Politically linked firms secure long-term facilities as bankers warn of risks to system
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Sep 9, 2025
Deposit Growth Slows, Strong Banks Cut Rates Despite Liquidity Surge
Weaker lenders struggle as customers flock to top banks; lending rates rise selectively
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Sep 8, 2025
DSE Turnover Tops Tk 14b After a Year on Blue-Chip Rally
Investor confidence buoyed by easing inflation, falling yields
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Sep 8, 2025
Banks May Get More Autonomy in Loan Rescheduling
Central bank plans to ease pressure by delegating cases up to Tk 3b
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Sep 7, 2025
Forex Reserves at $30.3b After ACU Payment
Central bank settles $1.5b import bills for July-August
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Sep 7, 2025
Now, BB to allow banks to settle policy supports to borrowers with outstanding loans by Tk 3.0 billion
central bank to issue circular regarding such pressure-easing move soon
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Sep 7, 2025
Bangladesh’s economy might have expanded in August: PMI
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Sep 7, 2025
Govt Crafts Two-Year Strategy to Heal Economy
Crash programme to tackle inflation, job losses, poverty, and weak governance
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Sep 7, 2025
Bureaucrats Barred from Boards of Public Banks, FIs
Interim govt drafts new rules to curb scams, ensure governance
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Sep 4, 2025
GIB accepts BB's M&A plan, SIBL rejects
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Sep 4, 2025
BB buys another $134 million from five banks
total dollars purchase cross over a billion-mark in less than two months
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Sep 4, 2025
Govt Pushes New Bank Leadership Policy
Draft sets 20-year service floor and two-year DMD rule for MD posts; experts warn it may create fresh inequities
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Sep 4, 2025
Tax Reforms Aimed at Expanding Fiscal Space, Easing Compliance
Speakers highlight automation, professional advisory, and development alignment
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Sep 4, 2025
India curbs push record trade through Ctg port
Sea route gains as land ports remain crippled; costs rise, jobs at risk
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Sep 4, 2025
Private credit bureaus set to reshape Bangladesh’s lending landscape
Bangladesh Bank grants licences to five firms to build borrower databases, reduce lending risks
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Sep 3, 2025
Forex reserves stand at $31.43b
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Sep 3, 2025
BB Launches Tk500 Crore Fund to Support Start-Ups
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Sep 3, 2025
Economic Affairs Committee Clears Key Projects
Approvals cover citizen services, TB control, and July Uprising Memorial
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Sep 3, 2025
Export Earnings Slip 2.93pc in August
RMG slowdown offsets strong July growth; other sectors show resilience
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Sep 3, 2025
Banks Park Excess Liquidity in Bonds as Private Credit Slows
Yields on govt securities drop amid weak lending demand
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Sep 2, 2025
BB's forex netting from banks reaches almost a billion-mark
Reserve to stay over $31 billion after clearing $1.50 billion ACU liabilities next week: BB sources
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Sep 2, 2025
Govt Revises Ordinance on NBR Split
Revenue Policy and Management divisions to be formed under new law
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Sep 2, 2025
Bangladesh seeks $1.5b AIIB loan for climate reforms
Funds to back energy, agriculture, housing and policy reforms over three years
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Sep 1, 2025
Remittances up 8.9pc to $2.42b in August
Cumulative inflows hit $4.9b in two months of FY26, analysts stress need to curb hundi
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Sep 1, 2025
Regulator Sets Audit Fees for Banks
FRC introduces fixed structure for first time in FY2025-26
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Sep 1, 2025
One in Four DSE Stocks Now Below Face Value
Banks, NBFIs and mutual funds dominate weak performers; analysts urge clean-up
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Sep 1, 2025
Investors Stare at Wipeout as Nine NBFIs Head for Liquidation
Bangladesh Bank moves to protect depositors; shareholders likely to get nothing
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Aug 31, 2025
Exim Bank Meeting on Merger Cancelled as BB Governor Falls Ill
Five Islami banks set to face central bank over merger plan
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Aug 31, 2025
DSE indices surge at opening, turnover crosses Tk 400cr
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Aug 31, 2025
Bangladesh back in South Asia’s remittance race
Formal channels gain as hundi shrinks, foreign reserves recover
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Aug 31, 2025
Taka undervalued for two months in a row
Bangladesh Bank study points to easing depreciation pressure
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Aug 30, 2025
Bangladesh Eyes $2b Business Gain from Tariff Edge: Zahid Hussain
Former World Bank economist says stability must be backed by reforms
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Aug 30, 2025
Banks’ Borrowings from BB Repo Facility Hit Record Tk 1.55tn
Liquidity crunch deepens as lenders tap central bank window
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Aug 30, 2025
Stocks Extend Rally on Election Clarity, Lower Yields
Market adds Tk 102b in a week as blue-chip shares fuel optimism
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Aug 29, 2025
US Importers Shift from India, China to Bangladesh
Tariff hikes spark new opportunities for non-traditional exports
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Aug 29, 2025
July Loan Repayments More Than Double Aid Inflows
Foreign debt repayments rise as new assistance slows
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Aug 29, 2025
Premier Bank Slips into Loss in Q2 on Weakened Core Business
Higher interest expenses, non-performing loans erode earnings
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Aug 28, 2025
Bangladesh Receives $1.25b Investment Proposals in Six Months
Chinese firms lead foreign interest as BIDA and other agencies eye higher conversion of commitments
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Aug 28, 2025
Bangladesh Economy Stabilises Amid Inflation, Weak Investment
Strong exports, remittances, and fiscal discipline aid recovery, but sluggish investment and high inflation remain key challenges
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Aug 28, 2025
31 Banks Lose Tk 3,600cr in Stock Market Crash
State lenders hit hardest as poor bets on junk stocks deepen losses
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Aug 28, 2025
Only 23pc Bankers Have Adequate Knowledge of Forensic Audit
Experts urge institutionalising forensic audits to curb fraud, restore trust in banking
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Aug 28, 2025
13 Mega Projects Overshoot Lifespan, Demand Urgent Fix
Tk 925b schemes show little progress; land acquisition emerges as biggest hurdle
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Aug 27, 2025
Govt. decides to privatise Nagad to make MFS sector competitive, BB governor says
Central bank to invite investors within a week
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Aug 27, 2025
DSE Warns Investors of Stock Market Scams on Social Media
Fraudsters using WhatsApp, Facebook to lure victims with false profit promises
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Aug 27, 2025
ADP Failures Expose Deep Flaws in Health Ministry
Only 21pc of projects implemented in FY25 despite rising allocations
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Aug 26, 2025
Loan rescheduling: Cure or curse for Bangladesh’s banks?
Repeated relaxations keep borrowers afloat, but defaults keep returning
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Aug 26, 2025
Banking Stocks Power DSE to Three-Week High
Index gains 66 points as investors return to oversold bank shares
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Aug 26, 2025
BB Reopens Applications for Digital Bank Licences
Minimum paid-up capital raised to Tk 3b; earlier applicants must reapply
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Aug 26, 2025
Poverty Deepens, Inequality Soars: PPRC Survey
Over one in four Bangladeshis now below poverty line; experts warn of fragile recovery
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Aug 25, 2025
Five Troubled Banks to Merge, Tk 35,000cr Needed
BB moves to restore stability; new bank to operate under its direct watch
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Aug 25, 2025
Slowing Growth, Weak Investment Squeeze Economy: DCCI
Business chamber urges reforms, energy security, and LDC transition strategy
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Aug 25, 2025
Five WB-Funded Reform Projects Stuck After Two Months
Tk 32.88b initiatives face delay over flawed proposals, lack of readiness
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Aug 25, 2025
DSE Turnover Tops Tk 12b After a Year
Investor optimism, easing interest rates fuel surge in trades
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Aug 24, 2025
BB raises digital bank capital to Tk300cr
Move aims to strengthen new banking model as IPO made mandatory within five years
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Aug 24, 2025
Stakeholders Brace for Showdown Over Port Tariff Hike
Shipping ministry to hold key meeting amid sharp opposition from users
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Aug 23, 2025
Bangladesh Bank Shuts Down 9 NBFIs Over Soaring Defaults
BB moves to liquidate after years of mismanagement, defaults
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Aug 23, 2025
ADB Surpasses World Bank in Aid to Bangladesh
Lender tops foreign assistance with $2.52b in FY25 despite overall decline
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Aug 23, 2025
Taka Gains After Prolonged Slide
Currency buoyed by weak dollar, strong remittance, and low imports
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Aug 23, 2025
Large Manufacturing Contracts Marginally in June
RMG sector slump offsets gains in other industries; analysts see volatility easing
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Aug 22, 2025
Large Manufacturing Contracts Marginally in June
RMG sector pulls index down despite broader resilience
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Aug 22, 2025
Remittance Inflow Rises 7.4pc in August’s First 20 Days
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Aug 21, 2025
Country’s reserves at $30.85 billion
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Aug 21, 2025
Bangladesh Bank Starts Asset Quality Review of 3 More banks
IFIC, National and AB Bank under scrutiny as second phase of forensic audits begins
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Aug 21, 2025
Revenue-GDP Ratio Falls to Five-Year Low
Weak tax collection raises concern ahead of IMF review
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Aug 20, 2025
New State-Run Bank to Be Named 'United Islamic Bank'
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Aug 20, 2025
BB Governor Urges Stronger Domestic Resource Mobilisation
Calls for breaking status quo as foreign aid dwindles
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Aug 20, 2025
Bank Law Overhaul: ‘Willful Defaulter’ Clause Set to Be Scrapped
New amendments aim to simplify banking regulations while strengthening governance and transparency
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Aug 20, 2025
Bank Capital Gap Narrows by Tk62,000cr, But Problems Persist
Bangladesh Bank allows deferral, masking underlying sector weaknesses
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Aug 20, 2025
BB Reshuffles Premier Bank Board Over Governance Failures
Move comes as part of central bank’s broader cleanup drive in troubled lenders
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Aug 20, 2025
Three Troubled Banks Face Forensic Audit This Week
AB Bank, IFIC Bank and National Bank to undergo asset quality review by Deloitte Malaysia
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Aug 19, 2025
Bangladesh’s Financial House of Cards: Banks and NBFIs Stagger Under a Growing Storm
The warning signs have been flashing for years, but now the alarm bells are deafening.
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Aug 19, 2025
BB Extends Import Payment Deadline
Businesses get extra time to settle raw material and agri-input bills amid dollar crunch
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Aug 19, 2025
BB Flags Breach in Sonali Bank UK Chairmanship
Asadul Islam continues as chairman despite ministry rule; subsidiary faces UK market woes
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Aug 19, 2025
Call Money Borrowing Surges 31.6% in July
Banks lean on short-term funds as interbank repo, T-bill activity slows
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Aug 19, 2025
Biman Flies to Record Tk 9.37b Profit in FY25
National carrier posts highest-ever earnings, carries 3.4m passengers
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Aug 18, 2025
Government Raises Tk 55b Amid Falling T-Bill Yields
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Aug 18, 2025
Stocks Extend Gains on Banking, Textile Buys
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Aug 17, 2025
Thousands of Registered Companies Evade Corporate Tax Filing
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Aug 17, 2025
Tk 1,818 crore new project to reduce power system loss
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Aug 16, 2025
Agent Banking Growth Slows Amid Regulatory Compliance Order
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Aug 15, 2025
BB Buys $176.5m to Boost Reserves, Curb Taka Volatility
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Aug 15, 2025
Growth in Corporate VAT Collections Halves in FY25
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Aug 15, 2025
US Remittances to Bangladesh Jump 60% in FY25, Taking Top Spot
Bangladeshis living there remitted $4.73b home
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Aug 14, 2025
Foreign investors urge Bangladesh to ensure governance, stability to attract long-term capital
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Aug 14, 2025
BB seeks sweeping Bank Company Act reforms: Family directors capped at 2, tenure cut to 6 years
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Aug 13, 2025
Economy rebounds specially on external fronts as BoP turns positive after three years
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Aug 13, 2025
Banks Scale Back Deposit Drive, Turn to BB Liquidity Support
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Aug 13, 2025
Bangladesh Economy Shows Early Signs of Recovery, Says MCCI
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Aug 13, 2025
Bangladesh Sets $63.5 Billion Export Target for FY’26
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Aug 12, 2025
BSEC Rejects Daffodil Computers’ Loan-to-Equity Plan
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Aug 12, 2025
BB Dollar Buys Boost Forex Reserves, Ease Bank Liquidity
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Aug 10, 2025
Filing Zero Tax Returns is a Punishable Offense, Warns NBR
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Aug 10, 2025
BB Approves 15-Year Loan Rescheduling for 250 Firms
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Aug 9, 2025
Dhaka Stocks Break Eight-Week Winning Streak
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Aug 8, 2025
Bangladesh to Implement Global Common Reporting Standard
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Aug 7, 2025
Bangladesh’s PMI Rises to 61.5 in July
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Aug 7, 2025
Inflation Rises to 8.55% in July
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Aug 7, 2025
20% U.S. Tariff: Bangladesh Faces Test, Stays Competitive
Bangladesh faces a 20% surcharge on apparel exports to the U.S., but remains competitive compared to regional rivals amid tariff restructuring.
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Aug 6, 2025
India Remains Top Cotton Source for Bangladesh
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Aug 6, 2025
NBR Faces 35% Revenue Surge Target for FY26
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Aug 5, 2025
Stocks Fall as Investors Book Profits in Bank Shares
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Aug 5, 2025
Exports Surge 25% in July, Kicking Off FY26 on Strong Note
July shipments fetch Bangladesh $4.77b
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Aug 4, 2025
Merchandise Exports Surge to $4.77 Billion in July
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Aug 4, 2025
Bangladesh to Ramp Up US Cotton Imports
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Aug 3, 2025
Bangladesh Set to Sign Trade Agreement with US in August
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Aug 3, 2025
Recent appreciating trend in Taka: will it sustain?
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Aug 1, 2025
U.S. Tariffs Drop to 20% for Bangladeshi Goods
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Jul 30, 2025
Foreign Loan Disbursement Now Contingent on Project Readiness: ERD Sets Seven Pre-Conditions
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Jul 29, 2025
Bangladesh Eyes 10-20% Tariff Rate in Final US Negotiations
Final US Talks: Bangladesh Pushes for Reduced Tariff to Boost Exports
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Jul 29, 2025
Debt Repayments Consume Nearly Half of Bangladesh’s FY25 Foreign Aid
Foreign Aid Drained: Nearly Half Spent on Debt Repayments
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Jul 29, 2025
Home Loan Growth Slows to 7.51% in FY24, Reaches Tk 1.28t
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Jul 28, 2025
Bangladesh’s Foreign Debt Servicing Crosses $4b
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Jul 28, 2025
Govt Fast-Tracks Global Deals to Attract FDI into Ctg Port
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Jul 27, 2025
BD Talks with Aramco for Short-Term LNG Deal
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Jul 27, 2025
Heidelberg Materials Sees 5.26% Profit Drop in Q2
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Jul 27, 2025
Apparel Exporters Face Pricing Pressure from EU Buyers
Most US buyers pause in placing new orders amid tariff uncertainty
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Jul 26, 2025
Private Sector Credit Growth Slips Below 7% Amid Economic Uncertainty
Below the 7% Line: A Grim Signal for Bangladesh’s Economy
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Jul 26, 2025
Bangladesh’s Public Debt Hits Tk 20 Trillion
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Jul 26, 2025
Bangladesh’s Credit Rating Holds Steady at B+: S&P
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Jul 25, 2025
Chittagong Port Tariffs See Sharp Hike, Raising Trade Costs
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Jul 24, 2025
Bangladesh Bank Issues Formal Dress Code for All Employees
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Jul 22, 2025
Oil Prices Slide Amid Rising Trade War Tensions and Demand Concerns
Brent crude futures fell 52 cents, or 0.75%, to $68.69 a barrel
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Jul 22, 2025
Rupali Bank profit drops 83% in April-June
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Jul 22, 2025
Blue-Chip Buys Drive DSE Turnover to 10-Month High
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Jul 21, 2025
T-Bill Yields Slide as Banks Seek Safety
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Jul 21, 2025
BB’s Gold, Silver Reserves Soar as Global Gold Prices Climb
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Jul 20, 2025
Bangladesh spends Tk 200b yearly on cash management
Robust cashless infrastructure, policy framework, digital literacy can help out: Experts
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Jul 20, 2025
Chattogram Port Adds 16 More Products for Off-Dock Delivery to Ease Congestion
Chattogram Port Expands Off-Dock Delivery to 16 More Products to Cut Congestion
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Jul 20, 2025
Industrial Output Soars, but Job Creation Stagnates: Bangladesh Faces a Jobless Growth Conundrum
Factory jobs fell to 1.20cr in 2024 from 1.21cr in 2013
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Jul 20, 2025
China Eyes Ceramic Sector Investment in Bangladesh
Asian Ceramics Technology 50 Forum – Dhaka held in the capital
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Jul 20, 2025
Brokers Urge Reform of DSE Governance Structure, Target Independent Directors' Dominance
Brokers Push to Trim DSE Board, Curb Power of Independent Directors
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Jul 19, 2025
Govt Uses Foreign Loans to Repay Domestic Debt
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Jul 19, 2025
DSEX Hits 3-Month High as Investor Sentiment Remains Strong
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Jul 19, 2025
Bangladesh Faces Record US Trade Penalty
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Jul 18, 2025
Reducing US trade GAP: BD turns to Boeing, wheat imports
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Jul 17, 2025
Banks must strengthen IT governance, cybersecurity
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Jul 16, 2025
Bangladesh's overall foreign debt rises but well below IMF's external debt-to-GDP ratio ceiling
Outstanding external debt reaches $104.76 billion until March last
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Jul 16, 2025
DSE SME Index Drops 34% in a Year Amid Falling Turnover
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Jul 16, 2025
BB Buys $313m to Reinforce Taka Stability
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Jul 16, 2025
World Bank Lauds Reforms, Pledges Support
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Jul 15, 2025
World Bank VP Praises Bangladesh's Interim Govt. for Economic Reforms
Johannes Zutt paid tribute to the students who lost their lives in the July Uprising last year, calling it "a very moving moment for everyone who is connected with Bangladesh."
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Jul 15, 2025
Ring Shine IPO Scam: Legal Action and Travel Ban
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Jul 15, 2025
SDF Gains, Call Market Falters
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Jul 14, 2025
BB buys $171m from banks in maiden auction-backed intervention to buttress falling dollar
Central Bank’s Historic Dollar Buy Lifts Taka Amid IMF-Advised Free-Float Regime Shift
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Jul 14, 2025
T-bill yields drop as banks turn to risk-free investments
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Jul 13, 2025
Bangladesh receives $1,071m remittance in 12 days of July
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Jul 13, 2025
Bangladesh Bank Mandates URC for Documentary Collections
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Jul 13, 2025
Agent Banking Sees Higher Deposits, Loans and Accounts Despite Fewer Agents and Outlets
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Jul 13, 2025
FDI climbs to two-year high as investor confidence rebounds
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Jul 12, 2025
Second round of tariff talks with US ends
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Jul 12, 2025
Loan Write-Offs Reach Tk 818.63b in Banking Sector
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Jul 12, 2025
Banking Sector Powers DSE to 10-Month High
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Jul 11, 2025
Foreign Investment in Bangladesh Rises by 114% in Q1
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Jul 11, 2025
DSE Mobile App Loses Thousands of Users Amid Market Slump
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Jul 11, 2025
China Steps Up Investments, Trade Links with Bangladesh
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Jul 10, 2025
Govt eyes $65b export target for FY26 amid global headwinds
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Jul 9, 2025
Banks pass heyday as NOP hits $1.10 billion
foreign corresponding lenders ease credit lines for BD banks
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Jul 8, 2025
Bangladesh Bank Mandates Forced Loans for Delinquent Importers
Central bank governor directs strict compliance to safeguard international reputation
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Jul 8, 2025
Global apparel market size increased
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Jul 7, 2025
Performance of the restructured board members under regulatory watch: Governor
We will change board again if performance not satisfactory, BB Governor says. Boards of Islami Bank and UCB make remarkable progress, others to follow them, BB boss cites example.
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Jul 7, 2025
Bangladesh Bank to Launch Risk-Based Supervision Model
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Jul 6, 2025
Bangladesh Bank to Become a Constitutional Institution
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Jul 5, 2025
Stocks End Week on a Positive Note as Turnover Jumps 34%
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Jul 3, 2025
What It Will Take to Merge Crisis-Hit Islamic Banks
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Jul 2, 2025
Sonali Bank earns half-yearly operating profits of Tk 37.05 billion
Sonali Bank Posts Tk 37.05 Billion Operating Profit in H1 2025, Driven by Strong Returns from Government Securities
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Jul 2, 2025
Bangladesh’s Imports Grow 7% in FY25, Signaling Economic Rebound
Imports Rise 7% in FY25, Signaling Gradual Economic Recovery and Strengthening Forex Reserves
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Jul 1, 2025
Remittance Inflows Surpass Record $30 Billion in FY25
Chittagong Port Records Highest Container Throughput in FY25
Throughput Rises 4.02% to 3.2 Million TEUs; Cargo Handling and Vessel Calls Also Show Robust Growth
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Jun 5, 2025
BOP Nears Stability on Export & Remittance Surge
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Jun 5, 2025
Deposit Growth Slump Deepens in Bangladesh
"When money exits banking systems via hundi, it cripples liquidity no matter how high deposit rates climb."
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Feb 16, 2025
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Jan 1, 2025
Pax Russica is coming, it will end in 2025, Ukrainian losses are 1.118 hurricane hits the ground of Florida causing high
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Oct 21, 2022
ICC T20 World Cup 2022 Schedule update finally released
