Four domestic airports see big drop in passenger traffic
6 October 2026
Four domestic airports have registered a gradual decline in passenger traffic as some travellers have shifted to road transport because of improved connectivity to several destinations and comparatively cheaper fares.
6 October 2026
After jute, India seeks anti-dumping duty on PET film
1 October 2026
India’s trade remedies authority has recommended definitive anti-dumping duties of up to $218 per tonne on imports of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) film, widely used in packaging, from Bangladesh for five years.
1 October 2026
After jute, India seeks anti-dumping duty on PET film
30 September 2026
The move comes just days after India imposed anti-dumping duties of up to $445 per tonne on Bangladeshi jute products
30 September 2026
India now moves to levy anti-subsidy duty on jute goods
30 September 2026
Days after imposing fresh anti-dumping duties on jute goods, India has recommended anti-subsidy duties of up to $140.04 per tonne on jute products imported from Bangladesh.
30 September 2026
News Analysis / Why cheaper money is failing to unlock investment
20 September 2026
Why is the private sector not borrowing money?
20 September 2026
Why cheaper money is failing to unlock investment
19 September 2026
Over the last couple of years, businesses have raised concerns over high interest rates on loans and urged the Bangladesh Bank (BB) to cut its policy rates to reduce the cost of funds
19 September 2026
Govt’s bank borrowing exceeds FY26 target by over Tk 47,500cr
1 September 2026
The government’s net borrowing from the banking system stood at Tk 165,538 crore in fiscal year (FY) 2025-26, far exceeding its plan for the year amid falling foreign financing and lower-than-expected revenue collection, according to Bangladesh Bank (BB) data.
1 September 2026
Bangladesh more a target than user of anti-dumping: BFTI study
16 August 2026
Bangladesh has barely used its three trade remedy tools -- anti-dumping, countervailing duty and safeguard measures -- against unfair imports even as it remains a frequent target of such measures abroad, a Bangladesh Foreign Trade Institute (BFTI) study has found.
16 August 2026
Poultry industry moves to next step of development
The poultry industry is in a new phase of development, with an increasing number of poultry giants going for
16 August 2016
18,000 businesses may lose trade licence
The government drive to force commercial establishments out of residential areas in Dhaka has not only created fears of job loss but also raised questions as to how those establishments operated with government clearance when rules clearly say they cannot.
11 August 2016
Sugar consumption on the rise
Sugar consumption continues to rise in Bangladesh, driven by increased intake of beverages, biscuits, sweets and confectionary items, said industry operators.
10 August 2016
Home buying, much cheaper now
Even as recently as 4-5 years ago, it was inconceivable to many low- and middle-income households in Dhaka city to aspire to own property of their own, and get out of the expensive rental trap.
7 August 2016
Car sales go up on higher demand
Sales of reconditioned cars rose in fiscal 2015-16 amid increasing demand from the middle-class, sellers said.
30 July 2016
Beximco to start drug exports to US in Aug
Beximco Pharmaceuticals is set to make its debut in the US, one of the highly regulated drug markets in the world --
30 July 2016
Paddy prices rebound
The prices of paddy have risen on the back of the government's purchase and duty spike to support farmers, who incurred losses for low prices in the face of higher production and imports last year, said some millers and farmers.
27 July 2016
NBR to discuss new VAT law with businesses
The National Board of Revenue plans to sit with businesses to resolve disputes related to the new VAT and Supplementary Duty law to
24 July 2016
Govt gets poor response for registration of indigenous products
The government has got a lukewarm response from producers and state agencies for the registration of unique or
23 July 2016
Retail struck by terror
Large shopping centres and markets are counting falling sales as many customers shelve their shopping plans amid
23 July 2016
Real estate shows signs of recovery
The housing market is witnessing a gradual rebound in sales, thanks to property price corrections, falling interest on home loans and
14 July 2016
Jute goods exporters get tax benefits
The government has given tax benefits to jute goods exporters to support the industry that has been facing sluggish demand abroad.
12 July 2016
Food products show great export promise
Locally manufactured spices, biscuits, juices and drinks are fast gaining ground abroad thanks to a sizeable population of non-resident Bangladeshis.
11 July 2016
Urban migration surges
Migration to urban areas from rural regions and other towns surged in 2015 for the third consecutive year amid people's quest for
9 July 2016
Wheat imports hit a record high
Wheat imports crossed the 40 lakh-tonne mark for the first time in the outgoing fiscal year, buoyed by low
30 June 2016
Source tax from exports may double next fiscal year
The National Board of Revenue is set to log in about Tk 4,000 crore as source tax from export proceeds next fiscal year owing to the
23 June 2016
NBR offers duty cuts to spare parts of farm machinery
The National Board of Revenue has for the first time offered duty benefits for importing certain spare parts for agricultural machinery in
16 June 2016
Falling interest rates on deposits erode NBR's tax receipts
Sliding interest rates on deposits have taken a toll on the National Board of Revenue's takings from savers -- a
12 June 2016
NBR moves to boost payroll taxes
Companies will have to submit a list of employees and their taxpayer identification numbers to the National Board of
7 June 2016
NBR imposes guarantee on transit goods
The National Board of Revenue has slapped on a condition that goods to be transited through Bangladesh will require owners of cargo
5 June 2016