Unit prices of Bangladesh’s RMG exports to the EU fell in 2024

Bangladesh’s readymade garment (RMG) exports to the European Union grew in 2024, but exporters saw unit prices decline as the growth in volume outpaced the increase in value.
26 February 2025, 18:00 PM

Emerald Oil in crisis again

Emerald Oil, a rice bran oil maker, has seen a bumpy performance since being listed with the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE), which in turn has led its investors down a tumultuous road.
26 February 2025, 18:00 PM

Corruption-plagued insurance sector overlooked by reforms

Although Bangladesh’s insurance sector has suffered a confidence crisis due to widespread corruption over the past 15 years, the interim government has not taken notable reform measures for the industry.
26 February 2025, 18:00 PM

Economy rebounding: press secretary

Bangladesh’s economy has been rebounding in the last six months on reaching the verge of collapse, Chief Adviser’s Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam said yesterday. 
26 February 2025, 18:00 PM

DCCI, Dubai Chambers sign MoU to boost trade

Dhaka Chamber president led a 29-member delegation to the Dubai-Bangladesh Business Briefing in the UAE
26 February 2025, 13:04 PM

Corruption-plagued insurance sector overlooked in reforms

The interim government has not pursued significant reforms in the insurance sector
26 February 2025, 12:12 PM

Peoples Poultry and Hatchery fined Tk 72.02 lakh

The company was allegedly involved in indirectly raising egg prices through collusion with similar firms
26 February 2025, 10:56 AM

Unit prices of Bangladesh’s RMG exports to the EU fell in 2024

Bangladesh shipped $19.77 billion worth of apparel to the European Union last year
26 February 2025, 10:34 AM

Karnaphuli Tunnel built for ex-minister’s gain: CA Press Secretary 

“Saifuzzaman Chowdhury’s residence is in Chattogram’s Anwara Upazila, which is an underdeveloped area. He pushed for the Karnaphuli Tunnel project mainly for his convenience and ease of travel,” Alam said.
26 February 2025, 10:33 AM

Stocks fall after four-day rally 

DSEX dropped 14.09 points before day’s closing
26 February 2025, 09:41 AM

Meghna Petroleum profit soars 66% in Q2

It posted a profit of Tk 163.32 crore in the October-December quarter of 2024, marking a 66 percent year-on-year increase.
26 February 2025, 06:51 AM

Dhaka stocks rising since morning

DSEX gained 6.49 points as of 11:08 am
26 February 2025, 05:19 AM

Govt approves LNG import to address gas shortfall

TotalEnergies of Switzerland will supply the gas
25 February 2025, 19:15 PM

MFS transactions to top Tk 25 lakh cr this yr

The volume of transactions through mobile financial services (MFS) is expected to exceed Tk 25 lakh crore this year, Bangladesh Bank Governor Ahsan H Mansur said yesterday.
25 February 2025, 18:44 PM

Stocks rally for fourth day

Stock market's indices in Bangladesh rose for the fourth consecutive trading day yesterday, with turnover also increasing compared to the previous day's session.
25 February 2025, 18:19 PM

Weak banks may face closure

Bangladesh Bank Governor Ahsan H Mansur’s comment that some ailing banks may face closure drew flak yesterday.
25 February 2025, 18:00 PM

Singer becomes first to launch operations in Araihazar SEZ

Singer Bangladesh has started the commercial production of home appliances at its new plant, becoming the first company to operate in the Bangladesh Special Economic Zone (BSEZ) in Araihazar of Narayanganj.
25 February 2025, 18:00 PM

Economy shows signs of recovery but faces substantial hurdles

Bangladesh’s economy exhibited a gradual recovery in the second quarter of fiscal year 2024-25, but it faces substantial hurdles, including inflationary pressures, a shortfall in revenue collection, slow public spending, diminished job opportunities and a sluggish investment climate.
25 February 2025, 18:00 PM

Food processors set sights on $2b export milestone

The Bangladesh Agro Processors Association (BAPA) aims to double its export earnings to $2 billion this year, up from around $1 billion in recent years.
25 February 2025, 18:00 PM

Gold eases on profit-taking, tariff concerns linger

Gold prices declined on Tuesday, as investors booked profits after bullion hit a record high on safe-haven demand amid concerns that US President Donald Trump’s tariff plans could fuel inflation and trigger a major global trade war.
25 February 2025, 18:00 PM