ADB approves $250m loan to strengthen Bangladesh’s social protection system
24 April 2026, 22:18 PM
Economy
Govt to lease out six jute mills this year
24 April 2026, 00:00 AM
Economy
Businesses seek flexibility on IPO funds for loan repayment
24 April 2026, 00:00 AM
Economy
Boro paddy prices fall amid ample supply
24 April 2026, 00:00 AM
Economy
Economic outlook fragile as country faces three-pronged crisis: PRI
24 April 2026, 00:00 AM
Economy
BCIC’s urea import tender gets poor response
24 April 2026, 00:00 AM
Economy
Bata to make quality shoes affordable for all
24 April 2026, 00:00 AM
Economy
Think later, punish now
24 April 2026, 00:00 AM
Economy
Oil gains on lack of progress on truce talks
24 April 2026, 00:00 AM
Economy
GP’s Q1 profit rises despite revenue fall
24 April 2026, 00:00 AM
Economy
US may further cut tariffs if trade gap narrows
The Trump administration may reduce the reciprocal tariff on Bangladeshi goods further from the current 20 percent if the trade gap between the two countries narrows, Commerce Adviser Sk Bashir Uddin said yesterday.
14 September 2025, 18:00 PM
Northern farmers paying more for TSP fertiliser amid low supply
Farmers in the northern districts are paying Tk 47 to Tk 50 per kilogramme for triple superphosphate (TSP) fertiliser this Aman season, while the government rate is Tk 27.
14 September 2025, 18:00 PM
Bangladesh suspends US-bound postal parcels as new tariffs bite
The change has left thousands of small businesses and families struggling to send packages to America
14 September 2025, 18:00 PM
Reserves rise, but at what cost
The data tells a story of short-term relief but long-term vulnerability
14 September 2025, 12:08 PM
Dhaka stocks slip
The DSEX declined 55.43 points to finish at 5,468.35
14 September 2025, 11:16 AM
South Asia Trade Fair-2025 kicks off on Sep 18
The Saarc Chamber and the FBCCI will jointly organise the four-day show
14 September 2025, 10:58 AM
ADN Telecom, Korean firms team up for electric three-wheeler assembly
The Korean firms will provide advanced technology, equipment, and technical expertise
14 September 2025, 10:26 AM
City Bank revises subordinated bond issue plan
Raises bond value by 50% to Tk 1,200 crore
14 September 2025, 10:18 AM
Dhaka stocks slip at mid-day as blue-chips drag
The DSEX declined 11.99 points to 5,511.78 by 12:32 pm
14 September 2025, 06:39 AM
Gold prices rise in global market
Gold prices rose on Friday, holding close to record highs hit earlier this week, as signs of a weakening US labor market reinforced expectations the Federal Reserve will deliver its first rate cut of the year next week.
13 September 2025, 19:42 PM
AI reshaping banking, NBFIs
The financial services industry stands at a decisive moment.
13 September 2025, 19:03 PM
Arla focuses on youth talent, sustainability in Bangladesh
Global dairy giant Arla Foods plans to expand its operations in Bangladesh with a focus on affordable nutrition, local talent and long-term investment in the country’s dairy sector, according to Magnus Glennborn, vice-president and head of Southeast Asia at the company.
13 September 2025, 19:02 PM
Shrinking cropped area raises food security concerns
Bangladesh’s net cropped area, the total land sown with crops during a particular agricultural year, has been declining over the past few years, raising concerns among agricultural officials and experts about food security for the growing population.
13 September 2025, 19:02 PM
Meghna enters heavy vehicle tyre production after Gazi falls
Meghna Innova expands production of truck and bus tyres to curb imports
13 September 2025, 19:00 PM
Govt belt-tightening saved Tk 5,689cr in FY25
The amount is more than twice the Tk 2,500 crore saved a year earlier.
13 September 2025, 18:58 PM
Delaying LDC graduation not fully in govt’s hands
Garment leaders seek three-year LDC graduation extension to prepare for new rules
13 September 2025, 18:55 PM
Antibiotics misuse in livestock poses serious risks: adviser
Indiscriminate use of antibiotics in livestock is fuelling antimicrobial resistance in bacteria, an emerging threat that could have serious implications for public health and human resources in the future, Fisheries and Livestock Adviser Farida Akhter has warned.
13 September 2025, 18:00 PM
Dhaka stocks end three-week winning streak
The DSEX lost 90.5 points to close at 5,523.78
13 September 2025, 11:26 AM
Bangladesh needs foreign accreditation to boost GI exports: industries secretary
Private sector urged to take lead in commercialising GI products
13 September 2025, 11:19 AM
The peanut power
Groundnuts drive an overlooked ecosystem. From char farmers to street vendors and factories, a small crop feeds many
12 September 2025, 18:00 PM