Apex launches biodegradable bags amid plastic concerns
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Maersk wants to invest in Bangladesh’s shipbuilding
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Customs seize Khulna-bound imported board in Old Dhaka
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RAK Ceramics resumes one tile line, another remains shut
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27 August 2026 Business
Import rules open up to spur trade
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25 August 2026 Business
CPD regrets factual error over factory closure data
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25 August 2026 Business
Meghna Bank to raise ৳400 crore through subordinated bond
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25 August 2026 Business
Ctg customs house begins destroying 126 containers of expired goods
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25 August 2026 Business

Food prices responsible for 53% of inflation

Inflation in Bangladesh saw a marginal decline in the second quarter of the current fiscal year, averaging 11.1 percent, with food prices contributing more than half to the overall increase in prices.
9 March 2025

Mobile internet subscriber base shrinks by 1.31 crore in seven months

The telecom operators lost 10 lakh subscribers alone in January
9 March 2025

Economy expanded in Feb, but at a slower pace: PMI

February marked the fifth consecutive month of expansion
9 March 2025

Vessels face delays as feud over handling charges drags on

CPA seeks shipping ministry’s intervention
9 March 2025

Bangladeshi firms partner with Starlink

Several Bangladeshi firms have partnered with Starlink to support the setup of ground earth stations in Bangladesh.
8 March 2025

Aarong’s new store draws heavy footfall amid Ramadan shopping rush

"This store is a proud testament to Bangladesh moving boldly into the future," said Tamara Abed, managing director of BRAC Enterprises, according to a press release.
8 March 2025

Empowering women in small businesses can drive Bangladesh’s progress

On International Women's Day 2025, the Bangladesh Poultry Industries Central Council (BPICC) and the US Soybean Export Council (USSEC) underscored the need to support women entrepreneurs and ensure adequate nutrition to sustain their contributions, according to a press release. 
8 March 2025

Macroeconomic policies amidst interim incumbency

Navigating the labyrinth of macroeconomic management is particularly challenging during periods of interim leadership.
8 March 2025

Case filed against 16 BSEC officials

The officials are accused of unlawful confinement amid internal turmoil at BSEC
8 March 2025

Pioneer Ins declares 25% cash dividend

Pioneer Insurance Company Ltd has recommended a 25 percent cash dividend for shareholders for the year that ended on December 31, 2024, according to a disclosure published on the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) website yesterday.
6 March 2025

New onions bring no smiles to farmers

Onion farmers, who saw high profits last year, are now struggling due to a sharp drop in prices at the peak of the harvesting season.
6 March 2025

None can use CEO title in insurance firms without IDRA approval

The use of the CEO (current charge) title also requires regulatory approval
6 March 2025

Inflation eases in February

Inflation declined to 9.32% from January's 9.94%
6 March 2025

Solve BSEC crisis immediately: DBA

Delay in resolving the issue will hurt investor confidence, says association
6 March 2025

Frequent changes to tax policies hurt business climate

Frequent changes in tax policies and high effective tax rates are undermining the business climate and discouraging future investments, businesspeople said yesterday.
5 March 2025

Protest halts work at BSEC

The activities of the Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission came to a halt yesterday due to officials’ protest against the forced retirement of Saifur Rahman, an executive director.
5 March 2025

Unilever Consumer Care’s profit dips 31%

However, the company declares a 520 per cent cash dividend for its shareholders, the highest in five years
5 March 2025

Dhaka stocks rising since morning

The DSEX rose 0.29% to 5,209.62 points as of 11.40am
5 March 2025

Align labour law with global standards: US agency

The United States has urged Bangladesh to align its domestic labour laws with international standards, according to the 2025 Trade Policy Agenda and 2024 Annual Report published yesterday by the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR).
4 March 2025

Exports grow 2.77% in Feb

Bangladesh earns $3.97 billion from exports in the second month of the year
4 March 2025