Another 58,457 tonnes of US wheat arrive at Mongla port

The consignment has been brought under G2G agreement
11 March 2026, 20:14 PM

Bangladesh’s RMG exports to emerging markets fall 6% in Jul–Feb

The country shipped $4.24 billion worth of garments to emerging markets during the period
11 March 2026, 19:37 PM

BGMEA wants single-digit bank interest rates

The association sat with Bangladesh Bank governor today, placing a set of recommendations
11 March 2026, 18:02 PM

Bangladesh Bank asks bankers to avoid cars, use public transport

Bangladesh Bank issues energy-saving directive
11 March 2026, 17:27 PM

US-Israel war on Iran may spike logistics costs for RMG: DCCI

Domestically, exports have been declining for the past seven months due to political and economic challenges
11 March 2026, 16:47 PM

BRAC Bank appoints Wasi Noman as AMD

BRAC Bank has appointed ASM Wasi Noman as additional managing director (AMD) and chief information officer (CIO).
11 March 2026, 00:00 AM

Working through Ramadan

When I left Bangladesh to start a regional role at a global bank based in Singapore, one of the biggest cultural differences at work became clear during the month of Ramadan.
11 March 2026, 00:00 AM

Govt to focus on ICT as foundation for future growth

From economic growth to artificial intelligence adoption, the new government views telecom and ICT as the foundation for Bangladesh’s development over the next three decades, according to Prime Minister’s Adviser Rehan Asad. 
11 March 2026, 00:00 AM

Efforts to recover laundered assets to continue: governor

The laundered assets recovery process, launched during the interim government’s tenure, will continue, said Md Mostaqur Rahman, governor of Bangladesh Bank (BB).
11 March 2026, 00:00 AM

Taka weakens vs dollar for fifth day

The taka weakened further yesterday as concerns grew over exports and remittance inflows, amid the ongoing war in Iran, which has driven up oil prices and raised fears of an energy crisis.
11 March 2026, 00:00 AM

BSEC fined manipulators Tk 1,488cr in last 1.5 years

Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) fined individuals, intermediaries and firms a total of Tk 1,488 crore for their involvement in stock market manipulation during the interim government’s tenure. So far, the commission has received Tk 5.23 crore of the total fine amount.
11 March 2026, 00:00 AM

Net FDI outflows soar as local firms eye global markets

Bangladeshi companies are increasingly investing abroad, with net foreign direct investment (FDI) outflows soaring more than ninefold in the July-September quarter of 2025 compared with the same period the year before.
11 March 2026, 00:00 AM

Dollar steadies

The dollar steadied against major currencies on Tuesday after retreating earlier, following comments from US President Donald Trump ​that the Iran war could end “very soon.”
11 March 2026, 00:00 AM

Banks to remain shut on Mar 18 ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr

Banks across the country will remain shut on March 18 ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr, the largest religious festival of Muslims.
11 March 2026, 00:00 AM

Realtors seek Tk 3,000cr special fund from BB

The Real Estate and Housing Association of Bangladesh (REHAB) has sought a Tk 3,000 crore special fund from Bangladesh Bank (BB) to keep the housing sector afloat amid the ongoing US-Israel war on Iran and its potential impact.
11 March 2026, 00:00 AM

Bhutan seeks free trade agreement with Bangladesh

The development came on the final day of a two-day visit to Dhaka by a commerce secretary-level delegation from Bhutan
10 March 2026, 23:49 PM

Prioritise energy security as war fallout weighs on economy

Says CPD, urging govt to use next budget to strengthen power and fuel stability for ensuring macroeconomic growth
10 March 2026, 23:45 PM

Aramco sees ‘catastrophic consequences’ for oil markets if Hormuz strait remains blocked

Saudi Arabia's Aramco, the world's top oil exporter, said on Tuesday there would be "catastrophic consequences" for the world's oil ​markets if the Iran war continues to disrupt shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
10 March 2026, 20:55 PM

Oil sinks 7% as Trump predicts Middle East de-escalation

Oil prices plummeted 7 percent on Tuesday after soaring to a more than three-year high in ​the previous session as US President Donald Trump predicted the war in the Middle East could end soon, easing concerns about prolonged disruptions to oil ‌supplies.
10 March 2026, 19:56 PM

REHAB seeks Tk 3,000cr special fund from BB

The association also demanded recognition of the sector as a productive sector
10 March 2026, 17:08 PM