The prospect of five Islamic banks in Bangladesh being merged into one “New Bank” has raised a general concern over whether such a move is the most effective solution to their problems. Merger memories exist in our banking history. My central argument is that restructuring each bank individually offers a more sustainable path forward.

Macroeconomic recovery signs boost investor confidence, lifting DSE to a new high

Exports of bicycles see 41 percent jump, signaling post-pandemic market recovery

The association asked its members to pay tribute to the July martyrs on Aug 5

Industry people join Bangladesh-Malaysia Chamber-organised seminar to explore Bangladesh’s potential

Its profit declined 2% year-on-year

Around 10,000 new and existing TVET instructors will enhance their capacities through the initiative

The move aims at better aligning the taka with market fundamentals, the brokerage house says

The DSEX gained 92.72 points to settle at 5,536.14

Jamuna Bank saw its net profit decline in the April-June quarter of 2025, even as investment income increased.

Shahjalal Islami Bank posted a slight decline in its profit for the April-June quarter of 2025, even as investment income edged higher.

A half-built flyover cuts across the sky in Dhaka, its concrete pillars reaching upward with an unfinished span. It was meant to connect, to ease traffic, move people, and signal progress.

As Bangladesh moves towards a digital economy, it is prioritising cashless transactions.

LG Electronics is set to expand its presence in the country’s energy-efficient air solutions market through a strategic partnership with RANCON Group, company officials announced yesterday.

The country’s balance of payments returned to a surplus in the fiscal year (FY) 2024-25, ending a three-year spell of deficits.

The overall export outlook of Bangladesh remains sensitive to broader global tariff realignments despite the reciprocal tariff cut offering relief, BRAC EPL Stock Brokerage said in a special brief.

Steel rod prices have fallen below Tk 90,000 per tonne for the first time in more than three years, as construction demand continues to fall amid reduced government spending and economic uncertainty.

The labour and employment adviser exchanged views with labour department officials, employees, and trade union leaders, and distributed cheques among workers

They made the call at a DCCI workshop

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