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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The move aims to simplify the process for residents travelling abroad who require roaming services

The time has been extended until the end of this year

Local operator Saif Powertec Ltd is currently operating the port's New Mooring Container Terminal

BUILD finds in a survey conducted on 40 such enterprises, procuring entities and policymakers

The power producer made Tk 18.83 crore in the period

Its revenue also rose 22% in the quarter 

However, the turnover rose 22%

Revenue rose 36.70 percent year-on-year to Tk 539.82 crore in Q3

Turnover, a key indicator of market activity, stood at Tk 124.19 crore during the session.

Dreyer, who has worked closely with Elon Musk for nearly two decades, expressed optimism about the partnership

Meghna Group of Industries (MGI), one of the leading conglomerates of Bangladesh, has denied allegations against it and added that it remains certain that "no investigation will uncover evidence of misconduct".

The ministry is currently working to resolve issues related to non-payment of workers