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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Dhaka stocks touch 10-month high
The DSEX gained 92.72 points to settle at 5,536.14
3 August 2025, 09:30 AM
Jamuna Bank’s Q2 profit drops 8%
Jamuna Bank saw its net profit decline in the April-June quarter of 2025, even as investment income increased.
2 August 2025, 19:37 PM
Shahjalal Islami Bank’s Q2 profit down 5%
Shahjalal Islami Bank posted a slight decline in its profit for the April-June quarter of 2025, even as investment income edged higher.
2 August 2025, 19:37 PM
Will the next govt deliver real reform?
A half-built flyover cuts across the sky in Dhaka, its concrete pillars reaching upward with an unfinished span. It was meant to connect, to ease traffic, move people, and signal progress.
2 August 2025, 19:36 PM
In Bangladesh, Visa sees huge digital opportunity
As Bangladesh moves towards a digital economy, it is prioritising cashless transactions.
2 August 2025, 19:36 PM
LG eyes green growth with RANCON partnership
LG Electronics is set to expand its presence in the country’s energy-efficient air solutions market through a strategic partnership with RANCON Group, company officials announced yesterday.
2 August 2025, 19:35 PM
External balance swings to surplus after 3 years
The country’s balance of payments returned to a surplus in the fiscal year (FY) 2024-25, ending a three-year spell of deficits.
2 August 2025, 19:24 PM
Bangladesh’s export outlook still sensitive: BRAC EPL
The overall export outlook of Bangladesh remains sensitive to broader global tariff realignments despite the reciprocal tariff cut offering relief, BRAC EPL Stock Brokerage said in a special brief.
2 August 2025, 18:51 PM
Rod prices hit 3-year low as demand dries up
Steel rod prices have fallen below Tk 90,000 per tonne for the first time in more than three years, as construction demand continues to fall amid reduced government spending and economic uncertainty.
2 August 2025, 18:22 PM
Some factories set up to exploit bank loans, not to produce goods: Sakhawat
The labour and employment adviser exchanged views with labour department officials, employees, and trade union leaders, and distributed cheques among workers
2 August 2025, 14:39 PM
Reform companies act to meet global standards: experts
They made the call at a DCCI workshop
2 August 2025, 12:33 PM
CPA seeks data on shipping agents’ losses due to customs shutdown
The loss estimates need to be submitted within three working days
2 August 2025, 11:44 AM
Bangladesh Submarine Cable Company crosses 4 Tbps bandwidth supply milestone
Previously, on April 28 this year, BSCPLC had crossed the 3 Tbps mark
2 August 2025, 11:20 AM
Dhaka stocks hit 9-month high
The DSEX surged 51.38 points to close the week at 5,443.42
2 August 2025, 11:06 AM
Effective tariff for RMG exports to US climbs to 36.5%: BGMEA
The tariff will be a bit less if 20% of the cotton used in garment production is sourced from the USA
2 August 2025, 10:13 AM
Behind the scenes: How private sector diplomacy helped secure US tariff relief
Exporters' efforts complement the government's strategic deals to lower tariffs
2 August 2025, 06:10 AM
Breathing room for exporters, but concerns persist
The 20 percent US tariff on Bangladesh's exports offers an opportunity for the country to diversify its export markets, said industry insiders yesterday.
1 August 2025, 18:56 PM
The end of exemption?
TRIPS waiver end poses dual challenge: legal and technological
1 August 2025, 18:00 PM
US tariff announcement opens new window for Bangladesh garment exports
Under the new policy, Bangladesh will face a 20 percent tariff
1 August 2025, 05:56 AM
Leveling the field: What the new US tariff rate means for Bangladesh
Us cuts bangladesh reciprocal tariff rate, prompting calls for long-term trade strategy
1 August 2025, 04:14 AM