ACI reports massive Q3 loss despite rise in revenue

It posted a consolidated loss of Tk 13.69 crore in Jan-Mar period
3 May 2025, 11:14 AM

Stocks fell for fourth consecutive week

The DSEX dropped 55 points to close the week at 4,918
3 May 2025, 11:00 AM

bKash posts 67% profit growth in 2024

The MFS company posted a profit of Tk 315.77 crore in 2024
3 May 2025, 10:58 AM

From subsistence to commercial farming

From the north-western bordering district Panchagarh to the southern coastal district Patuakhali, farmers grow multiple crops to sell at markets
3 May 2025, 05:43 AM

Govt plans to hire foreign firms to operate Ctg Port

The government is considering appointing some of the world’s most experienced port operators to manage Chattogram Port and other sea and land ports in the region, said Chief Adviser’s Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam yesterday.
2 May 2025, 18:28 PM

Remittance surges 37% in April

Migrants sent home $2.6 billion in the first 29 days of April
1 May 2025, 05:36 AM

Square Pharma’s Q3 profit jumps 18%

Two entities of Square Group -- Square Pharmaceuticals and Square Textiles -- reported positive growth in the third quarter of the 2024-25 fiscal year.
30 April 2025, 19:18 PM

Nat’l committee formed for free trade zones

The authorities have formed a national committee to examine the feasibility of establishing free trade zones (FTZs) -- designated areas where goods can be imported, processed, and re-exported without interference from customs authorities.
30 April 2025, 18:02 PM

Marico Bangladesh’s profit jumped 28% in FY25

Marico Bangladesh’s profit grew in its fiscal year 2024-25 thanks to higher revenue and finance income.
30 April 2025, 18:00 PM

Future of garment industry hinges on worker welfare

The Bangladeshi manufacturing sector, particularly textiles and garments, is vital to the global supply chain. Despite its strategic importance, the sector faces significant headwinds, especially in terms of worker welfare.
30 April 2025, 18:00 PM

BSEC to support public listing of reputed companies

The Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) has decided to focus on facilitating initial public offerings (IPOs) of well-performing local, multinational, and state-run companies in order to boost investors’ confidence.
30 April 2025, 18:00 PM

One third of RMG factories yet to implement new wage: study

In spite of a government directive given in December 2023 for increasing minimum wages in the readymade garment (RMG) sector, nearly one third of factories have failed to implement a revised pay scale, according to a new study.
30 April 2025, 18:00 PM

BSEC suspends 21 officials over misconduct

The Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) has suspended 21 of its officials for misconduct and breaches of discipline during a protest in March against the commission’s senior leadership.
30 April 2025, 18:00 PM

US tariff hike to put pressure on banks

The hike in US tariffs is likely to put pressure on the banking sector, said business leaders and bankers in a dialogue yesterday.
30 April 2025, 18:00 PM

Forex reserves reach $22 billion

Bangladesh’s foreign exchange reserves have reached the $22 billion mark after several months, thanks to an increased inflow of foreign currency generated by remittances and export earnings.
30 April 2025, 18:00 PM

FBCCI seeks policy support to restore business confidence

The government will try to address the concerns of businesses, says finance adviser
30 April 2025, 18:00 PM

BRAC Bank, City Bank surpass Tk 1,000cr in net profits

Private commercial lenders BRAC Bank and City Bank registered significant profit growth last year..BRAC Bank’s consolidated profit surged 73 percent year-on-year to nearly Tk 1,432 crore, while that of City Bank rose by 59 percent to around Tk 1,014 crore..BRAC Bank reported consolid
30 April 2025, 15:12 PM

Bangladesh launches ‘Soy Month’ to promote protein awareness

The Bangladesh Poultry Industries Central Council (BPICC), in collaboration with the US Soybean Export Council (USSEC), has launched the first-ever “Soy Month” to raise public awareness of soybean’s nutritional, agricultural, and economic significance..The initiative was inaugurated at the
30 April 2025, 13:54 PM

Bangladesh may seek more time from US on tariffs: Salehuddin

"We will engage, not anger them,” Ahmed said while addressing a group of business leaders
30 April 2025, 12:38 PM

Tax, customs officials protest draft law on NBR split

The protest stemmed from growing frustration among revenue officials over a clause in the proposed “State Policy and Revenue Management Ordinance, 2025”.
30 April 2025, 11:31 AM