In a rapidly evolving South Asian trade landscape, HBL Bangladesh (Habib Bank) is carving out a bold and purposeful role for itself – not as a competitor in traditional banking, but as a connector of economies and an enabler of regional trade.

Bangladesh may face political uncertainty and sluggish private investment unless the parliamentary election takes place within the promised timeframe, a leading economist warned yesterday.

Ahsan H Mansur stated that the country's Islamic banking sector would be completely restructured as most of the existing Islamic banks are currently in trouble.

In the BGMEA election, two panels — the Forum and Sammilito Parishad — are contesting

However, the unit price of apparel exports declined by 1.46 percent during the period

Global policymakers gathering in Washington this week breathed a collective sigh of relief that the US-centric economic order that prevailed for the past 80 years was not collapsing just yet despite Donald Trump's inward-looking approach..The Spring Meetings of the International Monetary F

They made the demands at a view-exchanging meeting organised by the Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) in Dhaka today, according to a press release. 

A major part of BARVIDA’s proposals for the upcoming 2025–26 national budget is the reduction of SDs on hybrid vehicles.

Earnings per share declined to Tk 4.69 from Tk 9.91, according to the company’s financial statements.

Bangladesh’s interim government has moved to restructure the country’s tax system by creating two new divisions under the Ministry of Finance, a move aligned with recommendations from the International Monetary Fund.

Bangladesh Bank has issued a circular allowing mobile operators in the country to receive roaming service bills from their customers abroad in Taka, the local currency, under specific conditions.

The Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) has decided to extend the exemption period for keeping provisions on unrealised losses or negative equity for stockbrokers, merchant bankers, and portfolio managers until December 31, 2025.

Local suppliers have secured adequate work orders from US clothing retailers and brands to stay busy until Christmas at the end of this year, although the shipments are likely to be subject to Trump’s reciprocal tariffs.

While Saudi Arabia remains the top destination for Bangladeshi migrant workers, it is the United States (US) and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) that are leading in remittance contributions despite hosting comparatively smaller migrant populations.

The stock market extended its losing streak for a ninth consecutive session yesterday, dragging the benchmark index of the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) to a six-month low.

Apex Footwear’s profit slumped in the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024-25 as higher tax payments slashed its profit despite a significant jump in revenue.

The inquiry committee – the corporate world’s ultimate weapon of mass distraction. These panels, ornamented with terms of reference and corporate lingo, have gained global recognition not for delivering justice but for achieving the delicate art of appearing busy while doing absolutely nothing. From New York’s Wall Street to Dhaka’s Gulshan Avenue, inquiry committees are universally cherished by management whenever swift justice must be thoroughly avoided or derailed.

A year ago Zhang Chundong helped the firm he manages expand into Vietnam, part of a wave of Chinese businesses to choose the booming manufacturing hub since the trade war of US President Donald Trump’s first term.

Bangladesh is showing its industrial capabilities and export resilience even amid economic uncertainty and political transition, according to speakers. 

Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) yesterday said certain provisions of the draft Public Audit Ordinance may hinder the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) from performing duties independently and free from government control.