What is a crawling peg?

Its a system of exchange rate adjustments in which a currency with a fixed exchange rate is allowed to fluctuate within a band of rates.
14 January 2024, 00:15 AM

'Gas, dollar crises halt business expansion'

Demand for credit has not increased as businesses have had to suspend their investment and expansion drives for the natural gas and dollar crises.
14 January 2024, 00:00 AM

Driving long-pending reform agenda

For years now, a plethora of reforms have been suggested by relevant stakeholders. As reactionary measures in a lot of instances, the government has explored some of these reforms and is taking steps in the right direction. However, considering where the economy stands right now and comparing with relevant countries, Bangladesh has significant ground to cover.
13 January 2024, 19:00 PM

Telco equipment importers to face penalty for late licence renewal

The telecom regulator has decided to slap a penalty on radio equipment vendors if they fail to have their licences renewed.
13 January 2024, 18:30 PM

Credit card use slightly down

Credit card spending decreased in last November compared to the preceding month, according to BB
13 January 2024, 18:00 PM

Motorcycle sales dropped to five-year low in 2023

Global economic crises and inflation pressures are among reasons behind the decline of Motorcycle sales in Bangladesh
13 January 2024, 15:18 PM

NBR lifts advance tax on import of computer accessories

The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has lifted Advance Tax (AT) on import of parts and accessories for computers to be made locally, according to a notification.
13 January 2024, 14:58 PM

Explosive import through Payra port gets nod

The government amends the Explosive Regulations 2004
13 January 2024, 14:03 PM

Textile, RMG machinery expo begins in Dhaka Feb 1

Over 1,000 machinery makers of 32 countries are expected to join the 18th Dhaka International Textile and Garments Machinery Exhibition
13 January 2024, 13:09 PM

BSCIC seeks more time, funds for industrial printing park

Eight years have passed yet construction of an industrial park has barely seen any progress in Munshiganj
13 January 2024, 05:27 AM

Will work to build smart textile, jute sector: Nanak

Nanak said under the leadership of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, modernisation work will be done by utilising new innovations in the jute and textile sector in line with "Vision 2041"
12 January 2024, 15:49 PM

Import payments ease for eight essentials

The central bank has allowed imports of edible oil, chickpeas, pulse, peas, onion, spices, sugar, and dates on usance terms for up to 90 days under supplier’s or buyer’s credits.
12 January 2024, 01:17 AM

No time to waste as new finance minister inherits wobbly economy

The economy is losing momentum. Inflation remains stubborn. Bangladesh is facing deterioration in external buffers, with official reserves falling to $20.18 billion as of January 10, less than half their historic peak in 2021. The currency shock is lingering.
12 January 2024, 00:30 AM

Garment sector weathered global headwinds

Bangladesh’s garment sector has firmly weathered the storm of Covid-19 and emerged stronger in spite of the hardships, reaffirming its position as a leader in sustainable and responsible business.
12 January 2024, 00:17 AM

US comment won't affect Bangladesh’s external financing

External financing will not be affected for Bangladesh in spite of the US stating that the national election here was not free and fair, said global credit rating agency Fitch.
11 January 2024, 23:17 PM

Biman pays off loans for two more planes

In a major show of success, Biman Bangladesh Airlines has finally become the owner of two Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, having paid off the loan in regular instalments since 2011.
11 January 2024, 23:17 PM

Ahsanul new state minister for commerce

The newly formed government has appointed Ahsanul Islam Titu, elected from Tangail-6 (Nagarpur-Delduar) constituency in the recent 12th parliamentary election, as the state minister for commerce, according to a government gazette yesterday.
11 January 2024, 22:17 PM

Three crises converge to unsettle flour market

Tight supply and higher prices of wheat has driven flour prices to go up
11 January 2024, 18:00 PM

Biman owns two more Boeing planes after debt payment

Biman Bangladesh Airlines has finally become the owner of two Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, having paid off the loan in regular instalments since 2011
11 January 2024, 16:16 PM

Abul Hassan Mahmood Ali new finance minister

He took oath today as a member of the newly formed cabinet.
11 January 2024, 14:32 PM