Exports snap 8-month decline with 33% surge in April
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Rain, storms leave salt farmers counting losses
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Economy
Remittances top $3b for fifth month
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Economy
ADB unveils $70b plan for Asia power grids, digital highways
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Economy
Teletalk gets 10 MHz in 700 MHz band despite huge dues
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Economy
Low economic diversification leads to middle-income trap
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Economy
Push for urgent tax reforms to boost revenue: experts
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Economy
ADB unveils $70bn plan for Asia power grids, digital highways
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Business
WFP disburses cash to 20,000 households ahead of flood risk in Sylhet
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Business
Reconditioned vehicle importers seek duty cuts for hybrid cars
3 May 2026, 00:00 AM
Economy
Is merger of Islamic banks a viable solution?
Ahsan H Mansur stated that the country's Islamic banking sector would be completely restructured as most of the existing Islamic banks are currently in trouble.
26 April 2025, 18:00 PM
Rival panels submit nominations for BGMEA elections
In the BGMEA election, two panels — the Forum and Sammilito Parishad — are contesting
26 April 2025, 15:41 PM
Bangladesh’s garment exports to EU surge 37% in Jan-Feb
However, the unit price of apparel exports declined by 1.46 percent during the period
26 April 2025, 15:23 PM
World breathes sigh of relief as Trump spares Fed, IMF
Global policymakers gathering in Washington this week breathed a collective sigh of relief that the US-centric economic order that prevailed for the past 80 years was not collapsing just yet despite Donald Trump's inward-looking approach..The Spring Meetings of the International Monetary F
26 April 2025, 14:00 PM
Small traders seek easier VAT process for smooth business
They made the demands at a view-exchanging meeting organised by the Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) in Dhaka today, according to a press release.
26 April 2025, 11:14 AM
Auto dealers seek duty cuts as imports fall 30%
A major part of BARVIDA’s proposals for the upcoming 2025–26 national budget is the reduction of SDs on hybrid vehicles.
26 April 2025, 11:10 AM
Grameenphone first-quarter profit falls 53% amid data pricing pressures
Earnings per share declined to Tk 4.69 from Tk 9.91, according to the company’s financial statements.
25 April 2025, 08:32 AM
Bangladesh moves to split revenue authority with new ordinance
Bangladesh’s interim government has moved to restructure the country’s tax system by creating two new divisions under the Ministry of Finance, a move aligned with recommendations from the International Monetary Fund.
25 April 2025, 03:32 AM
Telcos can now receive roaming charges in taka
Bangladesh Bank has issued a circular allowing mobile operators in the country to receive roaming service bills from their customers abroad in Taka, the local currency, under specific conditions.
24 April 2025, 18:00 PM
BSEC extends exemption period of provisioning for brokers
The Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) has decided to extend the exemption period for keeping provisions on unrealised losses or negative equity for stockbrokers, merchant bankers, and portfolio managers until December 31, 2025.
24 April 2025, 18:00 PM
RMG orders adequate until Christmas
Local suppliers have secured adequate work orders from US clothing retailers and brands to stay busy until Christmas at the end of this year, although the shipments are likely to be subject to Trump’s reciprocal tariffs.
24 April 2025, 18:00 PM
WB finds mismatch in migration and remittance trends
While Saudi Arabia remains the top destination for Bangladeshi migrant workers, it is the United States (US) and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) that are leading in remittance contributions despite hosting comparatively smaller migrant populations.
24 April 2025, 18:00 PM
Why stocks keep falling
The stock market extended its losing streak for a ninth consecutive session yesterday, dragging the benchmark index of the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) to a six-month low.
24 April 2025, 18:00 PM
Apex Footwear’s Q3 profit drops 40%
Apex Footwear’s profit slumped in the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024-25 as higher tax payments slashed its profit despite a significant jump in revenue.
24 April 2025, 18:00 PM
When the watchdogs sleep
The inquiry committee – the corporate world’s ultimate weapon of mass distraction. These panels, ornamented with terms of reference and corporate lingo, have gained global recognition not for delivering justice but for achieving the delicate art of appearing busy while doing absolutely nothing. From New York’s Wall Street to Dhaka’s Gulshan Avenue, inquiry committees are universally cherished by management whenever swift justice must be thoroughly avoided or derailed.
24 April 2025, 18:00 PM
Chinese businesses in Vietnam struggle with Trump tariffs uncertainty
A year ago Zhang Chundong helped the firm he manages expand into Vietnam, part of a wave of Chinese businesses to choose the booming manufacturing hub since the trade war of US President Donald Trump’s first term.
24 April 2025, 18:00 PM
Bangladesh showing export potential amid economic headwinds
Bangladesh is showing its industrial capabilities and export resilience even amid economic uncertainty and political transition, according to speakers.
24 April 2025, 18:00 PM
Draft audit ordinance threatens CAG’s independence: TIB
Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) yesterday said certain provisions of the draft Public Audit Ordinance may hinder the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) from performing duties independently and free from government control.
24 April 2025, 18:00 PM
Telcos can now receive roaming charges in taka
The move aims to simplify the process for residents travelling abroad who require roaming services
24 April 2025, 15:07 PM
BSEC extends exemption period for provisioning on negative equity
The time has been extended until the end of this year
24 April 2025, 14:26 PM