March PMI points to slower economic growth in Bangladesh

The Bangladeshi economy might have expanded in March, but at a slower pace due to sluggish growth in sectors like agriculture, manufacturing, and construction..The Bangladesh Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) slipped by 2.9 points to 61.7 in March from the previous month, reflecting a slowe
7 April 2025, 11:10 AM

Stocks fall for second day

The benchmark index of the Dhaka stocks dropped 0.16% to 5,196.70
7 April 2025, 10:23 AM

Form task force to address US tariff challenges: ICCB

The task force will help in monitoring the situation daily, the chamber says
7 April 2025, 09:07 AM

Exports surge in March

“Bangladesh’s export sector has demonstrated a commendable performance,” said the EPB
7 April 2025, 08:21 AM

Stocks rebound following govt’s move to tackle US tariff impact

Of the traded securities, 235 advanced, 74 declined and 75 remained unchanged.
7 April 2025, 05:24 AM

Expedite diplomatic efforts to retain exports to the USA: exporters

Anwar Hossain, an administrator of the BGMEA, chaired the discussion
7 April 2025, 03:01 AM

Poll venue shifted to avert unwanted situation

A group of outsiders led allegedly by a few BNP leaders announced resisting the upcoming election of BSAA
6 April 2025, 19:23 PM

Stocks dip amid US tariff shock

The stock market in Bangladesh reopened yesterday after a nine-day extended Eid holiday, showing a mixed performance as investor sentiment was dampened following the US administration’s imposition of a 37 percent tariff on Bangladeshi products entering the American market..The Dhaka Stock
6 April 2025, 18:41 PM

Bracing for a tariff storm

There are mornings when the news feels like a personal blow.
6 April 2025, 18:00 PM

Aramit Cement trims losses in Q2

Aramit Cement reduced its losses in the second quarter of the current fiscal year, although it still remained in the red.
6 April 2025, 18:00 PM

Saif Powertec in talks with UCB to resolve Tk 518cr loan issue

Saif Powertec said yesterday that it is in discussions with United Commercial Bank (UCB) to resolve a loan-related issue, following a recent notice by the bank regarding the planned auction of Saif’s assets.
6 April 2025, 18:00 PM

Rubber producers hit by price slump, security strains

Bangladesh’s natural rubber industry, once a bright spot in the economy, is losing its lustre as slumping demand and volatile law and order in the greater Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) send prices tumbling.
6 April 2025, 18:00 PM

Islami Bank MD sent on forced leave

Islami Bank Bangladesh has decided to send its managing director, Mohammed Monirul Moula, on leave for three months.
6 April 2025, 18:00 PM

Starlink gets nod to launch in Bangladesh

Starlink, a US-based satellite internet provider owned by billionaire Elon Musk, has received formal approval from the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (Bida) to begin operations in Bangladesh — a move hailed as a step forward in bridging the digital divide.
6 April 2025, 18:00 PM

USTR flags persistent trade barriers in Bangladesh

High tariffs, investment hurdles and entrenched corruption continue to undermine American businesses operating in Bangladesh, according to the latest report by the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR).
6 April 2025, 18:00 PM

Rice prices may fall from May, rise again in Aug: USDA

Rice prices in Bangladesh are expected to fall from May for two to three months due to increased market supply but may climb again in August, according to a report by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA).
6 April 2025, 18:00 PM

Raise tax collection, cut budget size

The visiting mission of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is prioritising four conditions for releasing two instalments of an ongoing $4.7 billion loan programme, according to Finance Adviser Salehuddin Ahmed.
6 April 2025, 18:00 PM

Remittances ride formal channels to hit record $3.29b in March

Bangladesh received a record $3.29 billion in remittances in March -- the highest monthly figure to date -- marking a 65 percent year-on-year surge.
6 April 2025, 18:00 PM

Islami Bank MD sent on forced leave

Md Omar Faruk Khan made acting managing director
6 April 2025, 14:53 PM

Container deliveries yet to return to normalcy at Ctg port

Chattogram port is seeing a backlog in import container delivery as many businesses are yet to collect their cargo despite five days having passed since the Eid-ul-Fitr holiday..Although the country’s premier seaport remained fully operational during the holiday, the expected benefits coul
6 April 2025, 14:48 PM