Mutual Trust Bank holds MTB Annual Town Hall 2026

Mutual Trust Bank PLC (MTB) yesterday held its “Annual Town Hall 2026” in Dhaka.
4 January 2026, 18:00 PM

Islami Bank MD honoured at Global NRB Awards-2025

Md Omar Faruk Khan, managing director of Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC, has received the “Lifetime Excellence in Islamic Banking Leadership Award” at the Global NRB Awards-2025 for his outstanding contribution and dynamic leadership in the Islamic banking sector.
4 January 2026, 18:00 PM

Asif Bin Idris appointed DMD of BRAC Bank

BRAC Bank has appointed Md Asif Bin Idris to the post of deputy managing director (DMD) and head of corporate, commercial and institutional banking, effective from December 30, 2025.
4 January 2026, 18:00 PM

BB promotes Sardar, Nabi to director post

Bangladesh Bank has promoted Md Waheduzzaman Sardar and Mahmudun Nabi to the post of director, according to separate office order  issued on Thursday by the central bank.
4 January 2026, 18:00 PM

Electro Mart Group wins SDG Champion Prize 2025

Electro Mart Group, a manufacturer of Konka, Gree and Haiko electronics products in Bangladesh, has won the “SDG Champion Prize 2025” for its contribution to achieving key United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
4 January 2026, 18:00 PM

New tax rules for citizens leaving Bangladesh and expats filing abroad

The tax system is a vital foundation for the socio-economic structure
4 January 2026, 14:08 PM

Govt withdraws decision to cut rates of savings certificates

Reinstates current rates for the next six months
4 January 2026, 13:21 PM

No crisis in quality jute seeds this season: adviser

Sk Bashir Uddin sits with the leaders of Bangladesh Jute Spinners Association
4 January 2026, 13:15 PM

Is NEIR a surveillance tool?

The National Equipment Identity Register (NEIR) is built on three core identifiers: IMEI, MSISDN, and IMSI
4 January 2026, 11:49 AM

Five stories that moved Bangladesh’s economy last week

The stories stood out for their impact and relevance
4 January 2026, 11:15 AM

Govt firm on NEIR despite protests, says special assistant to the chief adviser

He made the remarks after visiting the BTRC headquarters in Dhaka
4 January 2026, 07:59 AM

Businesses underprepared as LDC graduation clock ticks

At the core of their concerns is the absence of trade agreements
3 January 2026, 18:00 PM

Jute sector losing edge due to high costs, old technology

Says chairman of jute spinners’ association
3 January 2026, 18:00 PM

DITF kicks off

The 30th Dhaka International Trade Fair (DITF) opened yesterday, showcasing locally made products to both domestic and international buyers.
3 January 2026, 18:00 PM

NBR beats VAT registration target in Dec

VAT remains the single largest source of government revenue
3 January 2026, 18:00 PM

Construction slump likely to persist in 2026

Says industry leaders, experts
3 January 2026, 18:00 PM

No major shortage, yet sugar prices rise ahead of Ramadan

Some traders linked the recent price rise to stockpiling ahead of Ramadan
3 January 2026, 18:00 PM

Consumers’ association condemns sudden sugar, LPG price hikes

The association urged immediate government action
3 January 2026, 15:06 PM

DCCI urges political stability to safeguard economic recovery in 2026

The leading chamber demanded all stakeholders ensure a inclusive, credible electoral process
3 January 2026, 12:58 PM

Five most-read stories of Star Business last week

We have tracked online to find out which stories mattered most to readers over the past week
3 January 2026, 11:59 AM