City Bank PLC reported higher profits in the second quarter of 2025, driven by strategic investments in government securities that boosted its income.

The banking sector in Bangladesh is at a crossroads. Non-performing loans, the near absence of corporate governance, weak risk management practices and a lack of accountability have all prompted urgent calls for reform. International models are often considered key solutions, and consultants from abroad are brought in as preferred advisers. Yet, the real strength of sustainable reform lies in the knowledge, experience and contextual understanding of local professionals.

Increasing soybean imports from the United States could help narrow the trade gap between Bangladesh and its biggest single-nation apparel market, according to an American industry group.

The tariff negotiations are scheduled to begin on July 29 and continue until July 31

Conventional banks dominate remittance inflow as Islamic lenders face trust deficit

Digital boxes ease product delivery, pickup in Dhaka

Despite success, Bangladesh's pharma industry hinges on imported raw materials

The telecom operator made Tk 257 crore profit in three months

Dhaka Chamber, Sanem jointly organise discussion on industrial sector’s energy efficiency

The DSEX lost 22.76 points to settle at 5,332.06

The BSEC gave go-ahead through a letter dated July 27

The DSEX advanced 24.34 points to reach 5,379.17 by 11:54 am

Dhaka University is set to get new student dormitories and academic buildings after the interim government approved a project aimed at the holistic development of the university's infrastructure.

Bangladesh’s foreign debt servicing bill has crossed $4 billion for the first time, marking a sharp rise in repayment pressure.

Spiralling prices of rice, central to the daily diet of millions of Bangladeshis, are emerging as the principal driver of food inflation, defying broader disinflationary trends and prompting calls from policymakers for a deep dive into the cause.

Chattogram port on Saturday launched a digital payment system, enabling port users to pay bills online anytime and from anywhere, marking a major step towards digital transformation.

Singer Bangladesh Ltd yesterday said that its board had approved the trial export of wire harnesses to its sister company Beko Romania, marking the official start of its export operations.

Bangladesh is on the cusp of a major shift in its financial sector as the Chittagong Stock Exchange (CSE) prepares to introduce the country’s first exchange-traded, cash-settled derivatives platform.

Commodity exchange launch: CSE targets 2025, eyes cotton, gold

The Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) yesterday urged the government to select around 450-500 rooftops of government buildings, schools and hospitals for piloting a “National Rooftop Solar Programme” (NRSP) before expanding it.