Myriad promises, mixed delivery

Interim government undertook 77 financial and economic reforms, stabilising market conditions but leaving many structural changes incomplete
9 February 2026, 00:00 AM

Indian refiners avoid Russian oil in push for US trade deal

Indian refiners are avoiding Russian oil purchases for delivery in April and are expected to stay away from such trades for longer, refining and trade sources said, a move that could help New Delhi seal a trade pact with Washington.
9 February 2026, 00:00 AM

14 Boeing planes at Tk 30,000-35,000cr: Interim govt eyes long-term deal

Adviser Bashir says annual payments may be Tk 1,500-2,000cr
8 February 2026, 17:16 PM

Economy may have expanded the slowest since June, PMI shows

In January, PMI slipped by 0.3 points from the previous month to 53.9
8 February 2026, 16:20 PM

Inflation climbs to 8.58% as food prices jump ahead of Ramadan

Food inflation jumped to 8.29 percent, up from 7.71 percent a month earlier
8 February 2026, 16:10 PM

Ahteshamul Haque appointed as MD of Dutch-Bangla Bank

Md Ahteshamul Haque Khan has been appointed as the managing director (MD) and chief executive officer (CEO), respectively, of Dutch-Bangla Bank PLC.
8 February 2026, 00:53 AM

EuroCham urges urgent resumption of Ctg port operations

The European Union Chamber of Commerce in Bangladesh (EuroCham) yesterday expressed grave concern over the deadlock at Chattogram port and urged the government to ensure the swift resumption of operations to facilitate normal trade.
8 February 2026, 00:50 AM

Six new rice varieties approved for nationwide cultivation

The Ministry of Agriculture has approved six new rice varieties, including two hybrids, for nationwide cultivation, aiming to boost production and strengthen food security for a growing population.
8 February 2026, 00:46 AM

UK’s trade preference shift offers Bangladesh rare post-LDC relief

Amid Bangladesh’s fragmented preparation for LDC graduation, and at a time when unpredictable global geopolitical dynamics are reshaping competitiveness, some quietly consequential and rather rare good news has emerged from the United Kingdom.
8 February 2026, 00:37 AM

Over 76% of voters equate development with roads, bridges

More than 76 percent of voters see development as building new roads, bridges and culverts, according to a survey, even as major political parties increasingly speak of sustainable development.
8 February 2026, 00:29 AM

Govt to seal US trade deal tomorrow to reduce tariff

Bangladesh is scheduled to sign a trade agreement with the United States tomorrow aimed at reducing reciprocal tariffs, with commitments to import more American goods to narrow a trade imbalance heavily favouring Bangladesh.
8 February 2026, 00:25 AM

Traders split over keeping shops, malls open during polls

Two shop owner groups representing markets and shopping malls across the country are divided over whether businesses should remain open or close during the national election on February 12.
8 February 2026, 00:21 AM

EPA with Japan to benefit apparel

The signing of the economic partnership agreement (EPA) with Japan marks a historic milestone in Bangladesh’s trade diplomacy, the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) said yesterday.
8 February 2026, 00:19 AM

Allergy drugs emerge as Bangladesh's fastest-growing pharma category

Sales of prescription allergy drugs have surged more than any other types of medicine since the Covid-19 pandemic.
8 February 2026, 00:16 AM

Govt to seal US trade deal on Monday to reduce tariff

Bangladesh is scheduled to sign a trade agreement with the United States on Monday aimed at reducing reciprocal tariffs, with commitments to import more American goods to narrow a trade imbalance heavily favouring Bangladesh.
7 February 2026, 21:30 PM

US, India unveil interim trade framework

The two move closer to broad pact
7 February 2026, 20:44 PM
7 February 2026, 20:35 PM

EPA with Japan to benefit Bangladesh’s RMG greatly: BGMEA

The association also thanked the government for the timely and strategic step
7 February 2026, 19:31 PM

Seven major developments of Bangladesh economy last week

Key issues include a deadlock over central bank autonomy, record-low credit growth, and Chattogram port disruptions
7 February 2026, 17:04 PM

EuroCham urges urgent resumption of Chattogram port operations

EuroCham said ongoing disruptions are causing mounting economic losses, jeopardising export performance, and undermining confidence in Bangladesh’s supply chain reliability
7 February 2026, 16:53 PM