Sustainability must be core to business strategy
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Chinese firm to invest $30m in Bepza zone
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Jute farmers expanded acreage, extreme weather cut harvests
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Clients fuming as banks propose extra fees for 14 services
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Non-leather footwear exports stall, miss global boom
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Halal export potential trapped in regulatory maze
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BSEC to resume direct listing for big firms, MNCs
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Oil price jumps over 4% to $88.1
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Clients fuming as banks propose extra fees for 14 services
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Business
Halal export potential trapped in regulatory maze: businesses
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Business
Motorcycle sales dropped to five-year low in 2023
Global economic crises and inflation pressures are among reasons behind the decline of Motorcycle sales in Bangladesh
13 January 2024, 15:18 PM
NBR lifts advance tax on import of computer accessories
The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has lifted Advance Tax (AT) on import of parts and accessories for computers to be made locally, according to a notification.
13 January 2024, 14:58 PM
Explosive import through Payra port gets nod
The government amends the Explosive Regulations 2004
13 January 2024, 14:03 PM
Textile, RMG machinery expo begins in Dhaka Feb 1
Over 1,000 machinery makers of 32 countries are expected to join the 18th Dhaka International Textile and Garments Machinery Exhibition
13 January 2024, 13:09 PM
BSCIC seeks more time, funds for industrial printing park
Eight years have passed yet construction of an industrial park has barely seen any progress in Munshiganj
13 January 2024, 05:27 AM
Will work to build smart textile, jute sector: Nanak
Nanak said under the leadership of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, modernisation work will be done by utilising new innovations in the jute and textile sector in line with "Vision 2041"
12 January 2024, 15:49 PM
Import payments ease for eight essentials
The central bank has allowed imports of edible oil, chickpeas, pulse, peas, onion, spices, sugar, and dates on usance terms for up to 90 days under supplier’s or buyer’s credits.
12 January 2024, 01:17 AM
No time to waste as new finance minister inherits wobbly economy
The economy is losing momentum. Inflation remains stubborn. Bangladesh is facing deterioration in external buffers, with official reserves falling to $20.18 billion as of January 10, less than half their historic peak in 2021. The currency shock is lingering.
12 January 2024, 00:30 AM
Garment sector weathered global headwinds
Bangladesh’s garment sector has firmly weathered the storm of Covid-19 and emerged stronger in spite of the hardships, reaffirming its position as a leader in sustainable and responsible business.
12 January 2024, 00:17 AM
US comment won't affect Bangladesh’s external financing
External financing will not be affected for Bangladesh in spite of the US stating that the national election here was not free and fair, said global credit rating agency Fitch.
11 January 2024, 23:17 PM
Biman pays off loans for two more planes
In a major show of success, Biman Bangladesh Airlines has finally become the owner of two Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, having paid off the loan in regular instalments since 2011.
11 January 2024, 23:17 PM
Ahsanul new state minister for commerce
The newly formed government has appointed Ahsanul Islam Titu, elected from Tangail-6 (Nagarpur-Delduar) constituency in the recent 12th parliamentary election, as the state minister for commerce, according to a government gazette yesterday.
11 January 2024, 22:17 PM
Three crises converge to unsettle flour market
Tight supply and higher prices of wheat has driven flour prices to go up
11 January 2024, 18:00 PM
Biman owns two more Boeing planes after debt payment
Biman Bangladesh Airlines has finally become the owner of two Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, having paid off the loan in regular instalments since 2011
11 January 2024, 16:16 PM
Abul Hassan Mahmood Ali new finance minister
He took oath today as a member of the newly formed cabinet.
11 January 2024, 14:32 PM
WEF identifies 6 challenges Bangladesh would face in two years
They are: energy shortage, inflation, economic downturn, inequality, public debt and unemployment
11 January 2024, 13:21 PM
External challenges linger for Bangladesh after Awami League re-election: Fitch
Bangladesh's external challenges remain pressing, the American credit rating agency said.
11 January 2024, 12:31 PM
Central banks should be fighting the climate crisis – here’s why
Central banks are public institutions, charged with maintaining economic stability through controlling the supply of money in an economy.
11 January 2024, 11:30 AM
Import payments for eight essential items ease ahead of Ramadan
BB allows imports of edible oil, chickpeas, pulse, peas, onion, spices, sugar, and dates on usance terms for up to 90 days
11 January 2024, 08:45 AM
RMG exports to US continue to decline
Apparel shipments from Bangladesh to the United States have continued its downward trend for the past several months due to slowdown in the sourcing of garment items by American retailers and brands because of higher inflationary pressure.
11 January 2024, 01:00 AM