ICAB terms ICMAB’s claims ‘misleading and unprofessional’

Chartered accountants yesterday described the claims by cost and management accountants regarding audit rights as “misleading and unprofessional.”..At a press conference in Dhaka, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh (ICAB) rejected the allegations made by the Institu
19 June 2025, 15:45 PM

Govt unveils new renewable energy policy

Target set to meet 20% of power demand from green sources by 2030
19 June 2025, 14:11 PM

Committee to be formed to find ways for long-term fund from capital market

BB, finance ministry and BSEC representatives will be included in the committee
19 June 2025, 13:35 PM

BSEC rejects Mir Akhter’s preference share proposal

BSEC rejected Mir Akhter Hossain's Tk 250 crore preference share issuance
19 June 2025, 11:57 AM

Renata’s preference shares to be fully convertible

Renata PLC's board revised preference shares (Tk 325 crore) to fully convertible
19 June 2025, 11:48 AM

Law drafted to offer securities rules, ordinance in one act: BSEC

The draft has already been sent to the task force committee
19 June 2025, 11:05 AM

Stocks end lower as turnover falls 

The DSEX lost 22.41 points to close at 4,754.41
19 June 2025, 10:41 AM

Global stocks tumble, safe havens gain as Middle East conflict flares

Global stocks fell and the dollar rose on Thursday as investors get concerned over the United States' possible entry into the Israel-Iran air war
19 June 2025, 09:37 AM

FBCCI election on Sep 7

A committee formed to conduct the polls of the Federation of Bangladesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FBCCI) for the 2025–2027 term yesterday announced that voting would be held on September 7.
19 June 2025, 09:07 AM

RMG exports to non-traditional markets rise

Garment exports to non-traditional markets grew 6.79 percent year-on-year to $6.04 billion in the July-May period of the outgoing fiscal year, according to data from the Export Promotion Bureau compiled by the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA).
18 June 2025, 22:08 PM

Small footwear makers call for VAT waiver

Small-scale footwear manufacturers have urged the interim government to exempt low-cost rubber and plastic footwear, priced at or below Tk 150, from the 15 percent value-added tax (VAT).
18 June 2025, 22:02 PM

Trump says EU not offering ‘fair deal’ on trade

US President Donald Trump said Tuesday that the European Union had yet to offer a “fair deal” on trade, as Washington negotiates tariff agreements with friends and foes alike.
18 June 2025, 18:00 PM

Plastic industry seeks VAT relief

1Plastic goods manufacturers yesterday urged the government to reduce the value-added tax (VAT) on plastic tableware and household items from the proposed 15 percent to 5 percent, warning that it would otherwise severely impact low- and middle-income consumers.
18 June 2025, 18:00 PM

Will floating exchange rates attract foreign stock investors?

Bangladesh’s shift to a market-based currency exchange system marks an effective transformation of the country’s macroeconomic policy approach.
18 June 2025, 18:00 PM

Made in Vietnam: Hanoi cracks down on fake goods as US tariffs loom

Since the United States accused Vietnam of being a hub for counterfeit goods, Tran Le Chi has found it increasingly hard to track down her favourite fake Chanel T-shirts, Gucci sunglasses and Louis Vuitton handbags.
18 June 2025, 18:00 PM

Mango prices rebound after Eid slump

Mango prices are rising following a recent slump that had resulted in losses for many traders.
18 June 2025, 18:00 PM

Iran-Israel conflict may hit fuel supply

Bangladesh may face disruptions to its fuel imports if the conflict between Iran and Israel escalates further, according to industry experts and officials.
18 June 2025, 18:00 PM

Allocation for poverty reduction drops to 4-year low in FY26

Bangladesh’s expenditure on poverty reduction has been gradually declining, and in the upcoming fiscal year of 2025-26, it is set to hit a four-year low due to a decrease in spending that directly impacts hunger.
18 June 2025, 18:00 PM

Most listed firms saw profits fall in Jan-Mar

Most listed companies saw their profits shrink in the January-March period of the current year as stubbornly high inflation pushed up business costs while weak consumer demand held back sales growth.
18 June 2025, 18:00 PM

When developing countries band together, lifesaving drugs become cheaper and easier to buy − with trade-offs

Understanding trade-offs can help countries better prepare for future health emergencies and treat chronic conditions
18 June 2025, 15:03 PM