IMF reviews bad loans, bank reforms
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Trade bodies seek support after floods hit Ctg port
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RMG exporters to get 5% incentive for using local yarn
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Tk 1,497cr fines imposed in stock market crackdown
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Reinsurance snags threaten local insurance market
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Oil prices settle lower
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NBR abandons plans to cut tax for AC, fridge and bike makers
The tax administration backtracked from its decision to levy a 5 percent tax on incomes generated by manufacturers of motorcycles, air conditioners and refrigerators until 2032, raising it to the previous rate of 10 percent.
1 July 2024, 18:00 PM
BB halts daily repo facility to meet IMF condition
The BB said the repo auctions, through which banks borrow funds from the central bank, will take place twice a week from now, according to a circular issued yesterday.
1 July 2024, 15:42 PM
Sheds made of cement sheets can increase livestock production by Tk 12,300 crore
Experts discuss the use of cement sheets in the agriculture sector at ERF, BCSMA event
1 July 2024, 15:20 PM
Implement budget with transparency: PM
Besides, the Cabinet approved in principle the draft of the Institute of Frontier Technology Act, 2014, to establish the institute in Madaripur's Shibchar
1 July 2024, 14:08 PM
PM’s visit may open door for FTA with China: Titu
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s four-day China visit begins on July 8
1 July 2024, 13:44 PM
Ctg port posts 5.36% growth in container handling
The port handled 31.69 lakh TEUs of containers in FY24, up from 30.07 lakh TEUs the previous fiscal
1 July 2024, 12:30 PM
Remittance jumps 15.59% in June
It hit $2.54 in June this year, up from $2.19 billion in the same month last year
1 July 2024, 11:02 AM
Ctg customs collects highest ever revenue of Tk 68,563 crore in FY24
Enhanced monitoring to prevent false declaration paid off, customs officials say
1 July 2024, 09:34 AM
Bangladesh cuts cash incentive for exporters further
From FY25 beginning today, the maximum rate of export incentive has been set at 10% and the minimum at 0.3%
1 July 2024, 06:01 AM
Economy in FY25: Is there any light at the end of the tunnel?
There is hope that the major challenges Bangladesh is facing due to high inflation and the foreign reserve crisis will stabilise gradually in fiscal year 2024-25, but consistency in maintaining a strict policy stance will be imperative to that end.
30 June 2024, 18:00 PM
Islami Bank dethrones Sonali Bank to become largest lender by deposits
Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC has become the largest lender in the country by total deposits for the first time, surpassing Sonali Bank PLC, despite loan scams in recent years.
30 June 2024, 18:00 PM
Dhaka looks to Beijing for fresh loans
Talks on Chinese loan proposals will be at the fore during Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s upcoming visit to Beijing.
30 June 2024, 18:00 PM
AI set to revolutionise agriculture in Bangladesh
Agriculture, the backbone of Bangladesh’s economy, is on the brink of a technological revolution. With agriculture contributing approximately 13.6 percent to the national GDP and employing nearly half of the workforce, advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) offer an unprecedented opportunity to enhance productivity and sustainability in the sector.
30 June 2024, 18:00 PM
Saudi Arabia may cut oil prices for Asia for second month in August
Top oil exporter Saudi Arabia may cut prices for crude grades it sells to Asia for a second month in August, tracking weakness in Middle East benchmark Dubai, trade sources said on Friday.
30 June 2024, 18:00 PM
No visible progress in signing Cepa with India
Bangladesh and India are yet to begin the formal negotiation to sign the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (Cepa) although nearly two years have passed since both countries agreed to kick off the talks.
30 June 2024, 18:00 PM
VAT exemptions dropped 17% in 2022
The National Board of Revenue (NBR) exempted various goods and services from value-added tax (VAT) payments to the tune of Tk 129,570 crore in 2022 to give some relief to citizens and facilitate industrialisation, thereby accelerating economic growth.
30 June 2024, 18:00 PM
Move to get GI status for Sundarbans' honey finally gathers steam
Seven years after an application by the deputy commissioner of Bagerhat district, the Department of Patents, Designs and Trademarks (DPDT) has finally taken the initiative to register Sundarbans' honey as a GI (geographical identification) product.
30 June 2024, 16:12 PM
Public Procurement Authority, IMED sign deal on APA
The Bangladesh Public Procurement Authority (BPPA) today signed the first-ever annual performance agreement (APA) with the Implementation Monitoring and Evaluation Division (IMED) for fiscal year 2024-2025
30 June 2024, 15:07 PM
Payment period for raw material imports extended till Dec
The previously fixed 360-day usance period ended today
30 June 2024, 14:22 PM
BAF receives 5th C-130J Super Hercules aircraft
Bangladesh Air Force received their fifth C-130J Super Hercules aircraft from the UK last week
30 June 2024, 12:42 PM