MetLife Bangladesh settled insurance claims worth Tk 2,853 crore in 2025, maintaining one of the highest claim settlement ratios in the country’s life insurance industry, according to a press release.

Eastern Bank PLC (EBL) has launched a dedicated “trade hub” at the Chattogram Export Processing Zone (CEPZ), Mirsharai in Chattogram recently to offer specialised trade-related banking services to clients operating in the area.

Shahjalal Islami Bank PLC recently signed a remittance disbursement agreement with Nagad Limited to ensure that remittances sent by expatriates reach their beneficiaries quickly and seamlessly.

The 25th Dhaka International Yarn & Fabric Show (DIFS) 2026-Winter Edition began at the International Convention City Bashundhara in Dhaka yesterday.

BRAC Bank PLC positively impacted 172,502 people across Bangladesh in 2025 through its corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives, focusing on education, healthcare, disability inclusion, climate adaptation and humanitarian support, according to a press release.

3,391 students completed undergraduate and 629 postgraduate degrees

Leaders, investors and academics discuss culture, economy and strategic ties

Dhaka Bank PLC has launched the “Spend & Win Winter Campaign” in partnership with Mastercard, a global digital payment solutions provider.

Trust Bank PLC has recently launched a new premium credit card, titled “Visa Signature Plus”, at a ceremony in Dhaka, marking another milestone in the bank’s ongoing efforts to enhance its card portfolio and customer experience.

Electro Mart Limited recently organised the “Partners Meet 2026” for leading global electronics brands Konka, Gree and Haiko at a hotel in Dhaka.

NRBC Bank PLC organised its annual business conference, titled “BIZCON2026”, at the Le Meridien Dhaka recently.

PRAN Milk, one of the country’s leading liquid milk brands, has launched the “PRAN Milk–Khati Khamari Award 2026” to recognise and honour dairy farmers for their contributions to the development of Bangladesh’s dairy industry.

Midland Bank PLC recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Bridge Holdings Limited, a real estate developer in Bangladesh.

Orientation programme highlights diversity, scholarships and campus life

Experts stress applied research and industry–academia collaboration

Speakers urge long-term investment in workforce competitiveness

Dutch-Bangla Bank PLC recently organised a two-day “Managers’ Conference-2026” in Dhaka to review the bank’s overall performance in 2025 and outline business plans and strategies to achieve its targets for 2026.

Akij Essential, the consumer goods brand of the country’s business conglomerate Akij Resource Group, has launched a new campaign, titled “Protibare Biya Bari” for its premium fragrant Chinigura rice, aiming to bring the taste and ambience of wedding feasts into everyday home cooking.

Confidence Cement Dhaka Limited has embarked on a new phase of nationwide expansion with the commencement of operations of its newly established factory in Palash, Narsingdi.

Five organisations have been honoured for innovative and scalable climate solutions at the second edition of the EBL Climate Change Action Awards 2026, hosted by Eastern Bank PLC (EBL).