Steel makers warn against further power price hike
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Mastercard powers a digital-first Eid economy
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Tax hike, competition from illicit cigarettes choke BATBC sales
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BB tightens rules for card-to-MFS cashouts
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Double agri subsidies in FY27 to cut farm costs: economist
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German Business Council hosts networking dinner in Dhaka
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Garment sector far off renewable energy target
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Budget to include support for every group
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Don’t manipulate dollar rates
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Listed firms face stricter governance rules
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Govt may raise excise duty-free deposit limit to Tk 5 lakh
At present, the duty-free bank deposit limit is Tk 3 lakh
13 May 2026, 00:00 AM
Startups get Tk 425cr capital boost
BSIC will provide equity financing, strategic support and international co-investment opportunities for promising startups
13 May 2026, 00:00 AM
NBFI depositors to get back up to Tk 10 lakh
Central bank board decides as five non-bank financial institutions lined up for liquidation
13 May 2026, 00:00 AM
BCI urges Bangladesh Bank to ease pressure on industries
The Bangladesh Chamber of Industries (BCI) has urged Bangladesh Bank to introduce long-term financing, lower lending rates, and relax loan classification rules to support industries struggling under mounting financial pressure
12 May 2026, 21:04 PM
Govt targets bringing one member from every family under pension scheme by 2030
The directive came at a high-level meeting held at the finance ministry today to review the progress, challenges, and future roadmap of the pension scheme
12 May 2026, 20:17 PM
Geopolitical oil shocks could create severe headwinds for oil-importing economies: WB report
Geopolitically driven oil supply disruptions could create severe headwinds for oil-importing economies through higher inflation, tighter financial conditions, and pressure on trade balances, according to a recent World Bank (WB) report
12 May 2026, 19:57 PM
Banks asked to introduce QR-based verification for visa documents
Bangladesh Bank (BB) has instructed banks to introduce digital verification systems for bank statements and other financial documents submitted by customers for visa applications abroad
12 May 2026, 17:56 PM
39 banks launch Tk 425cr venture capital platform for startups
The participating banks will contribute 1 percent of their annual net profits
12 May 2026, 13:59 PM
Banks can now pay visa bonds for applicants
The Bangladesh Bank (BB) has allowed banks to pay visa bonds and refundable security deposits required by foreign embassies, high commissions, and other authorities on behalf of Bangladeshi applicants, removing a practical hurdle in overseas visa processing.
12 May 2026, 00:00 AM
Semiconductor industry group holds roadshow in S Korea
The Bangladesh Semiconductor Industry Association (BSIA) began a four-day roadshow in South Korea yesterday, bringing together industry, academia, and government representatives to strengthen bilateral semiconductor collaboration.
12 May 2026, 00:00 AM
Brent rises to $104
Oil prices rallied on Monday, a day after President Donald Trump said Iran’s response to a US peace proposal was “unacceptable,” raising supply fears as the Strait of Hormuz stayed largely closed, which kept the global market tight.
12 May 2026, 00:00 AM
DCCI calls for stronger inland waterway infrastructure
The Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) yesterday urged the government to accelerate the development of inland waterway infrastructure to reduce the cost of doing business and improve trade logistics across the country.
12 May 2026, 00:00 AM
China trade beats forecasts in April despite Mideast war
China’s trade grew faster than expected last month, official data showed Saturday, withstanding pressure from war in the Middle East and reversing a decline in exports to the United States.
12 May 2026, 00:00 AM
When numbers dilute progress
Population alone does not determine a nation’s future, but unchecked growth quietly intensifies almost every existing challenge.
12 May 2026, 00:00 AM
Low maize prices shrink profits for char farmers
In the once-barren northern chars of Rangpur, maize has become a lucrative cash crop. But low market prices this year have left farmers disappointed despite expanded cultivation.
12 May 2026, 00:00 AM
BTRC to resume drives against illegal handsets
Alongside mobile phones, the regulator will also take action against other illegal radio and telecom devices
12 May 2026, 00:00 AM
Banks cleared to launch ‘e-loan’ up to Tk 50,000
Banks have been instructed to include the term “e-loan” in the service name and ensure that all stages of lending are conducted digitally
12 May 2026, 00:00 AM
Businesses trapped in bureaucratic gridlock
Say experts at PRI event
12 May 2026, 00:00 AM
Garment exporters press for uninterrupted power, customs reforms
BGMEA, BKMEA leaders sit with the premier in separate meetings
12 May 2026, 00:00 AM
BAB opposes allowing former owners to reclaim banks
The owners’ association tells BB governor that the banking sector is going through one of its most challenging periods
12 May 2026, 00:00 AM