BB proposed keeping 2 state banks and merging others: governor

10 to 15 banks are sufficient for Bangladesh, he says at a discussion at Jagannath University
21 January 2026, 18:35 PM

Brokers’ association seeks overhaul of outdated DSE classifications

The DSE Brokers Association of Bangladesh made the demand through a letter to the BSEC chairman
21 January 2026, 18:05 PM

Govt earns Tk 2,370cr as Grameenphone bags 700 MHz spectrum

The 700 MHz band is valued for its ability to cover wide areas and penetrate buildings more effectively
21 January 2026, 14:42 PM

Bangladesh Bank begins liquidation hearings with nine NBFIs

At the hearings, the NBFIs will have to explain why they should not be placed into liquidation
21 January 2026, 14:00 PM

Bank Asia agent banking marks 12th anniversary with 75 lakh customers milestone

Bank Asia agent banking marked its 12th founding anniversary by celebrating a major milestone, bringing 75 lakh customers into the formal financial system and transforming access to banking services across Bangladesh.
21 January 2026, 00:00 AM

Liquidity picking up, but inflation remains high

The liquidity position is improving and the external balance is showing signs of recovery after years of strain, but inflation still remains a major concern for the central bank, said Bangladesh Bank (BB) Governor Ahsan H Mansur.
21 January 2026, 00:00 AM

Conventional banks lead remittances as Islamic lenders recover ground

Conventional banks continued to dominate remittance inflows between November 2023 and November 2025, even as Islamic banks recorded a noticeable recovery in market share over the past year, according to a recent Bangladesh Bank (BB) report.
21 January 2026, 00:00 AM

The Singapore story

During the Brexit campaign of 2016, pro-Brexit politicians in the United Kingdom promoted the vision of a “Singapore on the Thames” by freeing the UK from the European Union.
21 January 2026, 00:00 AM

Serious power shortfall awaits Bangladesh in 5yrs: Sanem

Bangladesh could face a serious electricity supply shortfall after 2031 unless fresh investments, policy reforms and efficiency measures are undertaken, according to a study by the South Asian Network on Economic Modelling (Sanem).
21 January 2026, 00:00 AM

NBR split : Rules of business approved

The interim government yesterday approved the rules of business for two new divisions formed by splitting the National Board of Revenue (NBR) -- Revenue Policy and Revenue Management -- as part of efforts to reform the country’s tax system.
21 January 2026, 00:00 AM

BB to unveil monetary policy on Jan 29

The Bangladesh Bank (BB) is going to unveil its monetary policy statement for January to June of the current fiscal year on January 29, at a time when inflation remains elevated despite a high policy rate.
21 January 2026, 00:00 AM

Spinners, apparel exporters at odds over yarn imports

Textile millers and garment exporters are at odds over the government’s move to withdraw the duty-free import facility for certain types of yarn, a step meant for protecting local spinning mills.
21 January 2026, 00:00 AM

NBR misses target by Tk 46,000cr despite 14% collection growth

The National Board of Revenue (NBR) posted a 14 percent growth in revenue collection in the first half of the current fiscal year (FY), yet missed the target for the period by a staggering Tk 46,000 crore or nearly 10 percent.
21 January 2026, 00:00 AM

Special loan rescheduling for shipbuilder defaulters

Bangladesh Bank (BB) has allowed a special loan rescheduling and restructuring facility for distressed export-oriented and domestic shipbuilding companies in a bid to keep the sector operational and improve loan recovery by banks.
21 January 2026, 00:00 AM

Stubborn and sticky: Why inflation defies monetary tightening

The Bangladesh Bank (BB) is grappling with an obstinate economic reality: inflation.
21 January 2026, 00:00 AM

Pay attention to bringing investible companies

Foreign investors and stakeholders yesterday urged authorities to take initiatives to bring healthy companies to the market to make the stock market vibrant and sustainable.
21 January 2026, 00:00 AM

Dhaka Bank, Robi launch co-branded Visa credit cards

Dhaka Bank PLC on Monday launched co-branded Visa credit cards -- Elite Co-Branded Signature Credit Card, Elite Co-Branded Platinum Credit Card and Tayyebah Islamic Platinum Credit Card -- in partnership with Robi Axiata PLC for the mobile operator’s customers.
21 January 2026, 00:00 AM

Citizens Bank organises annual business conference

Citizens Bank PLC recently held its “Annual Business Conference 2026” at a resort in Munshiganj.
21 January 2026, 00:00 AM

NBR logs 14% revenue growth in H1, still misses target by Tk 46,000cr

The National Board of Revenue (NBR) posted a 14 percent growth in revenue collection in the first half of the current fiscal year (FY), yet missed the target for the period by a staggering Tk 46,000 crore or nearly 10 percent
20 January 2026, 21:29 PM

Shipbuilding industry defaulters to get special rescheduling facility

A down payment of 3% of the outstanding loan balance will qualify for the facility
20 January 2026, 19:51 PM