A low-growth world is an unequal, unstable world

Long periods of slow economic growth can cause a jump in inequality. But a balanced set of policies can stave off that outcome
29 July 2024, 06:05 AM

Banks asked to hike USD rate for inward remittance

The move was taken to boost remittance inflow
28 July 2024, 12:51 PM

Singapore named safest city for tourists, Caracas in Venezuela labelled most risky

Research by Forbes Advisor will be of great interest to travellers who dream of visiting exotic destinations without putting their safety at risk.
27 July 2024, 16:06 PM

Delivery pressure gridlocks Ctg port

Containers got piled up in five layers instead of four
27 July 2024, 13:11 PM

Govt may waive rent for delayed delivery of imported goods

State Minister for Shipping Khalid Mahmud Chowdhury gave the assurance today
25 July 2024, 12:55 PM

Container delivery, transport from Ctg port gaining momentum

Online assessment process began Tuesday evening
24 July 2024, 12:13 PM

India lowers development aid allocation for Bangladesh by 40%

The Modi-administration allocated 120 rupees for Bangladesh as development assistance for 2024-25
24 July 2024, 11:23 AM

Waive demurrage charges at ports: FBCCI

It also demanded no new charges to be imposed when shipment begins
24 July 2024, 10:28 AM

Banks see cash withdrawal, bill payment pressure

Banks reopened today after three days of additional general holidays
24 July 2024, 08:14 AM

Let factories run, restore internet

Production and shipments are dependent on strict lead times set by international clothing retailers and brands, yet the factories have had to be kept shut for the past three days
23 July 2024, 15:05 PM

Fresh blow to the fragile economy

The countrywide shutdown and subsequent violence centring the quota reform movement crippled business and economic activities for the last three days, dealing a further blow to an economy that is already ailing due to high inflation, falling exports and depleting forex reserves.
23 July 2024, 14:47 PM

An investor’s guide to export from Bangladesh

In Bangladesh, the export segment plays a critical role in driving economic growth by bringing in the much-needed foreign earnings.
16 July 2024, 12:10 PM

Maersk launches new shipping service to enhance China-Bangladesh trade

The SH3 service is operational since July 7 this year
16 July 2024, 10:36 AM

June export data release to be delayed

Data correction is going on
16 July 2024, 07:44 AM

Ctg customs to auction 182 imported vehicles as scrap

The vehicles were brought in between 2001 to 2012
15 July 2024, 13:43 PM
14 July 2024, 18:10 PM

Bimstec yet to make substantial progress in trade: experts

The Bimstec FTA should be concluded within a year, they opined
13 July 2024, 12:53 PM

76 companies to be honoured with national export trophies

Rifat Garments Ltd will be given Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Export Trophy
13 July 2024, 06:36 AM
11 July 2024, 13:21 PM

Govt to buy 30,000 tonnes of diesel from India, LNG from spot market

Diesel will cost Tk 273.67 crore, LNG Tk 583.56 crore
11 July 2024, 12:04 PM