The Chattogram port has been facing acute congestion caused by a pileup of import-laden containers, particularly ones bound for the Kamalapur inland container depot (ICD) in Dhaka.

Britain’s annual inflation rate rose more than expected last month, official data showed Wednesday, adding pressure to the Labour government which is also facing sluggish economic growth.

Shahab Uddin Khan, chairman and managing director of Zeeshan Group, has been elected as the president of the Bangladesh Ink Manufacturers and Owners’ Association (BIMOA) for a two-year term (2025-2026).

The sweeping tariffs threatened or already imposed by US President Donald Trump risk triggering inflation, market distortions, and even a global recession, China said Tuesday at the World Trade Organization.

Walton has launched “Digital Campaign Season-22” with millionaire benefits for customers in celebration of the upcoming Eid festivals.

Standard Chartered Bank recently marked an important milestone, celebrating 120 years of operations in Bangladesh.

The US Securities and Exchange Commission has asked Indian authorities for help in its investigation of Adani Group founder Gautam Adani and his nephew over alleged securities fraud and a $265-million bribery scheme, a court filing showed on Tuesday.

Eastern Bank PLC (EBL) has expanded its EBL365 ATM network to Dhaka metro rail stations, enhancing banking convenience for daily commuters.

The stock market is essentially a financial tool in which a portion of people’s savings is expected to be invested. Ideally, investment through loans is not recommended as it increases the risk of losses.

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They demand lowering the fee to Tk 4 per kg, down from the recently imposed Tk 8 per kg

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Bangladesh's poultry producers should focus on reducing their carbon footprint to address the challenges posed by climate change, industry analysts said yesterday.

Square Pharmaceuticals' Director Anjan Chowdhury yesterday expressed his intention to buy 15 lakh shares of his company, the largest drug producer in Bangladesh.

The International Monetary Fund's move to disburse the fourth and fifth tranches of a $4.7 billion loan together was a mutual decision, the finance ministry said in a press release yesterday.

Sustainable agriculture has become an urgent necessity for ensuring food security, protecting the environment, safeguarding the well-being of farmers in Bangladesh, and increasing exports of agricultural products, according to experts and policymakers.

Ensuring affordable spectrum is crucial for expanding digital connectivity and fostering economic growth, said M Emdad Ul Bari, chairman of the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC).

Bangladesh Shipping Corporation (BSC) saw its profit rise in the second quarter of the 2024–25 fiscal year as factors such as seaport expansions and private sector participation boosted its earnings.

Summit Power Ltd, a major private electricity producer, reported a significant increase in its profit for 2024, thanks to reduced volatility in the exchange rate.