Bangladesh’s RMG exports to EU fall 19% in Jan-Apr
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Govt to establish another floating LNG terminal: commerce minister
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iFarmer bags $250,000 OPEC Fund award for empowering farmers
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Use of BSTI label made mandatory for seven new products
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Weekly Recap / Five takeaways from the economy last week
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DBA intervention saves BEXIMCO Pharma GDR from London delisting
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World Bank approves $1.1 billion emergency finance for Bangladesh
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US delegation urges BTMA to uphold labour rights
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Private firms to buy bad loans, take over companies
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Debt repayment a major challenge, says Khosru
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Economy
Heavy import reliance leaves pharma industry vulnerable
Despite success, Bangladesh's pharma industry hinges on imported raw materials
28 July 2025, 18:00 PM
Reform must come from within
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.
28 July 2025, 18:00 PM
Importing more soybeans from US could ease Trump tariffs
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.
28 July 2025, 18:00 PM
Robi’s profit doubles in Apr–Jun
The telecom operator made Tk 257 crore profit in three months
28 July 2025, 13:39 PM
Private sector losing edge for lack of uninterrupted quality energy: DCCI
Dhaka Chamber, Sanem jointly organise discussion on industrial sector’s energy efficiency
28 July 2025, 13:04 PM
Dhaka stocks fall for second day
The DSEX lost 22.76 points to settle at 5,332.06
28 July 2025, 11:07 AM
Renata to issue convertible preference shares
The BSEC gave go-ahead through a letter dated July 27
28 July 2025, 10:48 AM
Dhaka stocks rebound in early trade
The DSEX advanced 24.34 points to reach 5,379.17 by 11:54 am
28 July 2025, 06:00 AM
DU set for major overhaul with Tk 2,840cr project
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.
27 July 2025, 18:32 PM
Foreign debt servicing cost crosses $4bn
Bangladesh’s foreign debt servicing bill has crossed $4 billion for the first time, marking a sharp rise in repayment pressure.
27 July 2025, 18:10 PM
Probe high rice prices, says Planning Commission
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.
27 July 2025, 18:10 PM
Ctg port introduces digital payment
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.
27 July 2025, 18:06 PM
Singer to begin trial export of wire harnesses
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.
27 July 2025, 18:00 PM
CSE’s futures market may transform financial system
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.
27 July 2025, 18:00 PM
First commodity exchange may launch this year
Commodity exchange launch: CSE targets 2025, eyes cotton, gold
27 July 2025, 18:00 PM
Rooftop solar plan needs pilot run: CPD
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.
27 July 2025, 18:00 PM
Meghna Bank MD resigns citing personal reasons
Kazi Ahsan Khalil will step down with effect from October 27
27 July 2025, 14:34 PM
Chinese businesses keen to invest in Bangladesh: Ashik Chowdhury
Bangladesh delegation met over 100 potential investors during its visit to 2 Chinese cities last week
27 July 2025, 14:10 PM
Next-generation protection for plastic money
Here comes card with CVV that changes every 30 seconds
27 July 2025, 10:38 AM
Dhaka stocks end eight-day rally
The DSEX lost 37.21 points to settle at 5,354.82
27 July 2025, 10:10 AM