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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
FID's secretary Nazma Mobarek to act as chairperson of its seven-member board
Conversion of Tk 6.5b recap fund aims to stabilise the state-run bank, but experts call it a paper fix.
BB to hold press meet today to share details
Speakers call for coordinated policy reforms and long-term financing framework to reduce dependency on short-term bank deposits.
Exporters can now access short-term Taka funds using their own foreign currency holdings, boosting market-based liquidity management.
It signals a deep economic slowdown, experts
Disbursement hits $1.15 billion in July–September amid higher repayments and slower new commitments
IMF team scrutinises subsidy cuts, fiscal reforms, and reserve targets in two-week assessment
Delays in mergers of troubled banks and slow reforms may stall $450m disbursement from the $5.5b IMF package
BB deputy governor turns down the fear
The lender calls the rise in reserves a key achievement under its ongoing reform programme amid continued balance of payments pressure.
Sector posts steady growth in assets, investments despite liquidity strain
Market volatility returns amid rising demand and central bank dollar purchases
rising deposits amid lower credit demand push the hike
Speakers say political interference and impunity for bank looters block genuine change
Central bank buys over $2b to stabilise exchange rate, injects Tk 259b liquidity into banking system
Higher rural credit demand, rising input costs drive growth
Trade slowdown, weaker investment curb demand for buyer’s credit
Stronger remittance and export earnings lift external position; investment shows early signs of recovery
United Islamic Bank to be formed with Tk 400 billion authorised capital; government to hold majority stake initially
Fraudsters lure people through fake websites and apps; central bank urges public to avoid sharing personal data
New state-owned Shariah-based lender to be formed with Tk 350 billion capital; four of the merging banks face default loans above 90%
BB’s dollar buying shrinks swap volume, but swaps still dominate market
Partnership to focus on training, research, and corporate governance
State-run lender cites past merger move for liquidity woes, plans branch expansion
Committee disbanded despite pending recommendations
Funds to expand water supply, modernise power, and aid displaced Rohingyas
Country allowed to borrow up to $8.44b in FY26 under new conditions
Tk 1.49tn in bad loans choking six state banks
Taskeen Ahmed stresses infrastructure, literacy, and cybersecurity to unlock potential
Adviser stresses governance, recovery from top defaulters, and legal reforms
Seven projects get greenlight from multilateral lenders
Subdued private credit demand and central bank interventions push yields lower
Finance adviser stresses governance, pensions, and trust to unlock long-term financing
Move aims to stabilise exchange rate, safeguard reserves, says Dr Salehuddin
Dollar purchase supports remittance inflow, reserves improve
Experts call for reforms to strengthen bond, Sukuk markets
Lower borrowing costs, smoother settlements ease market pressure
Special drive targets state-owned banks, insurers and regulators
Tk 5 lakh donated under CSR initiative
16 ADB-funded projects face scrutiny for delays ahead of key Dhaka review meeting
Both domestic and international transactions fell, with sharp drop in overseas usage by Bangladeshi cardholders
With bad loans soaring and resistance mounting, Bangladesh’s bold banking reform risks turning into a long, costly struggle.
Over 300 cases resolved; big corporates line up for rescheduling
Focus shifts to priority projects as LDC graduation nears
Current-account surplus and remittances offset financial outflows
Expenditure cuts focus on vehicles, land, and non-essential spending to stabilize economy
Bad loans soar to Tk146,362cr; Janata Bank hit hardest
Reserves edge up as central bank intervenes in forex market
Clients will not be harmed, says Finance Adviser Salehuddin Ahmed
Politically linked firms secure long-term facilities as bankers warn of risks to system
Central bank settles $1.5b import bills for July-August
central bank to issue circular regarding such pressure-easing move soon
Interim govt drafts new rules to curb scams, ensure governance
total dollars purchase cross over a billion-mark in less than two months
BIDA seeks financial adviser to steer MFS transition to private sector
Bangladesh Bank grants licences to five firms to build borrower databases, reduce lending risks
Reserve to stay over $31 billion after clearing $1.50 billion ACU liabilities next week: BB sources
Cautious project reviews curb demand for funds
Funds to back energy, agriculture, housing and policy reforms over three years
Bangladesh Bank moves to protect depositors; shareholders likely to get nothing
Five Islami banks set to face central bank over merger plan
Liquidity crunch deepens as lenders tap central bank window
Foreign debt repayments rise as new assistance slows
Central bank buys another $149.50 million on Thursday
Chinese firms lead foreign interest as BIDA and other agencies eye higher conversion of commitments
Experts urge institutionalising forensic audits to curb fraud, restore trust in banking
Central bank to invite investors within a week
State-run financier warns repayment pressure may unsettle stock market
NBFI battles Tk1,800cr losses, skips dividends for 4 years
BB moves to restore stability; new bank to operate under its direct watch
Tk 32.88b initiatives face delay over flawed proposals, lack of readiness
Move aims to strengthen new banking model as IPO made mandatory within five years
BB moves to liquidate after years of mismanagement, defaults
Loan disbursement falls nearly 10pc year-on-year; policy reforms aim to boost inclusivity
Separate policy and administration wings to boost efficiency and accountability
Rising non-performing and distressed assets expose fragility of Bangladesh’s financial system
IFIC, National and AB Bank under scrutiny as second phase of forensic audits begins
Move comes as part of central bank’s broader cleanup drive in troubled lenders
Bangladesh Bank policies drive sharp rise in female deposit and loan accounts
The warning signs have been flashing for years, but now the alarm bells are deafening.
Banks lean on short-term funds as interbank repo, T-bill activity slows
Investor Favorite: BRAC Bank Tops $1B in Market Capitalization
Below the 7% Line: A Grim Signal for Bangladesh’s Economy
Profitability Deteriorates as NBL Posts Steep First-Half Loss Amid Interest Income Shortfall
Currency Drain and Shrinking Deposits Deepen Banking Sector’s Funding Challenge
Liquidity Surplus and Credit Slowdown Trigger Rare Plunge in Government Bond Rates
Govt Faces Tk30,000cr Bailout Bill as NBFIs and Islamic Banks Near Collapse
Central Bank’s Historic Dollar Buy Lifts Taka Amid IMF-Advised Free-Float Regime Shift
Strengthening Regional Ties Through Bangladesh-Made Nutrition Products Nestlé Bangladesh embarks on its first export of Nestlé CERÉGRO infant cereal to Sri Lanka, paving the way for enhanced cross-border collaboration and global market presence.
Strengthening Balance Sheets & Expanding Social Reach: EBL Reconfigures Bond Strategy and Unveils Foundation Initiative.
Islami Bank leads the agent banking sector with 42% of total deposits, empowering rural communities and driving inclusive growth through Shariah-compliant innovation.
foreign corresponding lenders ease credit lines for BD banks
Central bank tightens scrutiny to curb money laundering and reinforce export compliance
Rupali Bank, TCB eye deeper institutional partnership following courtesy meeting
Govt asserts independent reform drive beyond IMF–World Bank influence at audit summit
Central bank launches Tk25cr relief fund to aid victims of July 2024 unrest
Central bank clamps down on LC defaults, urges full compliance from lenders
Central bank governor directs strict compliance to safeguard international reputation
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.
Taxpayers to Benefit from New Exemptions on Sibling Gifts, Agriculture Income, Pension Benefits, and Critical Illness Medical Costs in FY2025–26 Returns
NBFI Defaults Hit Tk27,189cr in March, Reflecting Deepening Asset Quality Crisis and Sector-Wide Liquidity Stress
Chattogram Court Orders Asset Seizure of S Alam Group to Recover Tk10,280cr Loan from Islami Bank
Bangladesh Bank Expands Access to Legal Foreign Exchange Services with New Licensing Policy for Non-Bank Establishments
Sonali Bank Posts Tk 37.05 Billion Operating Profit in H1 2025, Driven by Strong Returns from Government Securities
Political Instability, Liquidity Crunch Drive Private Sector Credit Growth to 21-Year Low of 7% in May
Bangladesh’s banking sector stands at a crossroads: one path leads to irrelevance, the other to becoming the engine of a $1 trillion economy. The race against time has begun.
"When money exits banking systems via hundi, it cripples liquidity no matter how high deposit rates climb."
