FDI growth masks slowdown in fresh capital inflow
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Bangladesh, UK sign MoU to boost aviation investment
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City Bank gets nod for Tk 1,200cr bond
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Industry loses share as services race ahead in economy
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Middle East war challenges and opportunities for Bangladesh
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US now Bangladesh’s top soybean supplier
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Oil prices rally as Hormuz stays shut
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Pests threaten soybean harvest in Subarnachar
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AI dreams crash into stark $7tn reality
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Governor asks banks’ shariah board members to work independently
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Despite good prices, jute farmers in gloom over low yield
Incessant rain, low yields undercut better prices, causing fear among farmers
11 August 2025, 18:00 PM
`Caab’s network rollout model frustrates mobile operators
Airport's new terminal faces connectivity crisis amid Caab's unusual demands
11 August 2025, 18:00 PM
Stock market reform going right, bit slow
From index chasing to reform, BSEC's new mindset has mixed results
11 August 2025, 18:00 PM
Six banks shine, five hit record losses
Toxic assets sink banks, while low bad loans and bonds buoy others
11 August 2025, 18:00 PM
China’s Kaixi Group to invest $40 million in Bepza Economic Zone
The factory will produce lingerie, undergarments, bra foam and bra cups
11 August 2025, 14:49 PM
Govt’s food-friendly programme begins Aug 17
The number of beneficiary families has been raised to 55 lakh
11 August 2025, 13:18 PM
Dhaka stocks fall for fifth day
The DSEX declined 6.98 points to settle at 5,344.04
11 August 2025, 10:46 AM
Dhaka stocks rebound in morning trade
The DSEX gained 36.54 points, reaching 5,387.57 by 11:36 am
11 August 2025, 05:47 AM
Dhaka stocks fall for fourth day
The benchmark index of the Dhaka Stock Exchange ended yesterday's trading lower, extending its losing streak for the fourth consecutive day.
10 August 2025, 22:44 PM
BB buys $83 million from banks
The Bangladesh Bank (BB) has purchased $83 million from 11 commercial banks in an auction yesterday, reacting to the sharp drop in the US dollar rate.
10 August 2025, 22:36 PM
NBR warns taxpayers against ‘zero return’ misconceptions
The National Board of Revenue (NBR) yesterday cautioned taxpayers about misleading social media posts promoting the filing of "zero returns", terming the practice illegal under the Income Tax Act 2023.
10 August 2025, 22:31 PM
Gold futures hit record on US tariff shock
Gold futures hit a record high Friday following reports of an unexpected tariff on the precious metal as global stocks finished the week on a mixed note.
10 August 2025, 18:00 PM
From good enough to world-class
In late 2014, a cheerful octogenarian in a wheelchair rolled into a pharmaceutical factory in Rajendrapur, Gazipur. As he was escorted from room to room, his demeanour changed markedly. No longer engaging in light conversation, his goggle-eyed expression clearly pointed to a man completely befuddled by his surroundings.
10 August 2025, 18:00 PM
OpenAI’s soaring valuation tests investor faith amid AI market uncertainties
Investors throwing cash at artificial intelligence face a glaring risk: OpenAI. True, the ChatGPT maker’s breakneck growth offers plenty to get excited about, with annualised revenue on track to triple this year. But its potential sudden jump from a $300 billion valuation to $500 billion, as Reuters reported on Wednesday, implies immense faith in a still-immature business model. If that faith is tested, chatbot makers following in its wake will suffer.
10 August 2025, 18:00 PM
State-run sugar mills post over Tk 500cr in losses for 5th year
Obsolete machinery, low-yield sugarcane cause staggering losses in state mills
10 August 2025, 18:00 PM
Investment slump deepens
Political uncertainty, high interest rates, energy crisis stall private investment, say experts
10 August 2025, 18:00 PM
Governor to hold status of minister, no bureaucrats on BB board
Sweeping central bank reforms to strengthen autonomy, remove bureaucrats from board
10 August 2025, 18:00 PM
Investment slump deepens
Imports of capital machinery have fallen to multi-year lows, dipping even below Covid-19 levels
10 August 2025, 16:21 PM
New Tk 100 banknote to be released Aug 12
The new note will be similar in size to existing one
10 August 2025, 11:59 AM
Major banking reforms planned, but no separate commission: governor
Ahsan H Mansur said this at a CPD-organised dialogue marking one year of the interim government
10 August 2025, 10:55 AM