Bangladesh has ‘great potential’ to become regional hub: ADB president
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Amirul Haque, new president of Chittagong Chamber
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Bangladesh sees sharp decline in foreign aid commitments
24 May 2026, 19:27 PM
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Banks to remain open near cattle markets until 10pm: Bangladesh Bank
24 May 2026, 19:01 PM
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Apparel exports to EU fall 19% in Jan-Feb
23 May 2026, 21:05 PM
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NBFI depositors seek full repayment guarantee by December
23 May 2026, 20:27 PM
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Chittagong Chamber Polls / Amirul Haque-led United Business Forum wins full panel
23 May 2026, 20:15 PM
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NBR withholds C&F agent licence exam results
23 May 2026, 18:12 PM
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BB announces Tk 60,000 crore stimulus package for private sector
23 May 2026, 15:31 PM
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Directors of two firms fined Tk 1.5 crore for breaching securities rules
21 May 2026, 20:43 PM
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Jamuna Oil's profit rises 17% in Q2
Higher interest income drove the profit growth
11 February 2025, 11:29 AM
Leasing state-run jute mills made easier for industrial diversification
The government has relaxed lease conditions for state-run jute mills to encourage private investment, which would address the financial losses of the factories, reduce the shortfall of raw jute, diversify industries, and create new employment opportunities..Around 40 lakh tonnes of jute ar
10 February 2025, 18:29 PM
Gold prices set to hit Tk 150,000 for the first time
From tomorrow, a bhori of 22-carat gold will cost Tk 149,812
10 February 2025, 14:38 PM
Edible oil’s ‘temporary’ crisis will be resolved soon: commerce adviser
Sk Bashir Uddin visits and inspects the production activities of Daulatpur Jute Mill in Khulna
10 February 2025, 13:46 PM
Default loans likely to exceed 30%, raising serious concerns: BB
The BB highlighted the growing concerns in the monetary policy for the Jan-Jun of 2025
10 February 2025, 13:23 PM
Meandering through tricky lanes
This objective is challenging but achievable, particularly if supply-side inflation pressures are mitigated.
10 February 2025, 13:15 PM
Contractionary stance will hamper private sector growth: Dhaka Chamber
A more flexible and balanced monetary policy should be there, the trade body says
10 February 2025, 12:43 PM
13 non-life insurers fined Tk 55 lakh for excessive management expenses
Eight were fined Tk 5 lakh each and five Tk 3 lakh each
10 February 2025, 10:42 AM
Pacific Casuals shuts two factories amid workers’ unrest
The factory management issued a notice yesterday after workers stopped working and began demonstrating inside the factory premises
10 February 2025, 07:55 AM
Plastic goods exports growing
Plastic exports are expected to rise further as global demand increases, said BPGMEA President Shamim Ahmed at its office.
10 February 2025, 07:45 AM
NBR seeks proposals on VAT law
The National Board of Revenue (NBR) on Saturday requested businesses to submit their proposals regarding value-added tax (VAT) and supplementary duty as part of its efforts to frame tax proposals for the 2025-26 fiscal year, which will begin in July.
9 February 2025, 20:07 PM
IPPS for deferring LDC graduation by 10-12 years
The Intellectual Property and Policy Studies (IPPS), a non-profit organisation, yesterday urged the government to defer the country's graduation from least developed country (LDC) status by at least 10 to 12 years..Bangladesh has yet to properly evaluate the post-LDC graduation impact on v
9 February 2025, 18:34 PM
Economy on expansion track for 4th straight month in Jan: PMI
The country’s economy remained on an expansion track for the fourth consecutive month in January this year, according to an unofficial estimate, as growing exports, seasonal consumption trends and a boost in the agro supply chain are being considered potential drivers of this growth. .In
9 February 2025, 18:00 PM
Bring bank looters to justice: chief adviser
Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus today directed the Bangladesh Bank governor and the authorities concerned to bring those involved in looting money from banks to justice as soon as possible.
9 February 2025, 15:20 PM
NBR slaps 25% duty on rice bran oil exports
The duty was imposed to discourage rice bran oil shipments and increase domestic supply
9 February 2025, 13:53 PM
GDP grew 4.22% in FY24, lowest in four years
The growth is 1.6 percentage points lower than the provisional estimate
9 February 2025, 12:32 PM
World Bank VP for South Asia in Dhaka
Martin Raiser, vice president of the World Bank (WB) for South Asia, arrived in Dhaka on a four-day visit yesterday, which the global financial institution stated was aimed at reinforcing its longstanding partnership with Bangladesh..Raiser is scheduled to meet high-ups of the government,
8 February 2025, 14:46 PM
RMG exports to US grow after a gap of two years
Garment shipment to the US increased by 0.75% to $7.34 billion
8 February 2025, 14:45 PM
Rice bran oil export may face 25% regulatory duty
An NBR notification may come this week to boost the oil’s domestic supply
8 February 2025, 14:34 PM
DCCI identifies problems of Old Dhaka businesses, wants quick solution
Traffic congestion, waterlogging is taking a massive toll, says the leading chamber
8 February 2025, 13:12 PM