BB expands export refinance scheme to Tk 7,000 crore
1 October 2026
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Remittance inflow hits 11-month low
1 October 2026
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Bangla QR payments to become cheaper, instant for merchants from tomorrow: BB
30 September 2026
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Business
Five banks to raise Tk 3,500cr through bonds
29 September 2026
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Business
Bangladesh Bank bars profit from Islamic credit cards
29 September 2026
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Business
ADB to give Modern Syntex $50 million for polyester chips project
29 September 2026
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Business
Two more banks eye Standard Chartered Bangladesh's retail business
28 September 2026
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Business
Bangladesh Bank widens international card use for buying airline tickets
28 September 2026
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Business
BB sets strict timelines for Bangla QR payment dispute resolution
27 September 2026
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Business
Apex Footwear to raise Tk 500 crore through preference shares
27 September 2026
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Business
Female banker ratio edges up after post-pandemic decline
In 2020, females accounted for over 18 percent of the sector’s workforce, according to the Bangladesh Bank’s (BB) “Gender Equality Report of Banks and Financial Institutions”
13 March 2025
Prime Bank declares 20% dividends for 2024
Prime Bank PLC announced 20 percent dividends, including a 17.50 cash dividend, for the year 2024.
13 March 2025
UCB strikes digital cash management deal with Pran-RFL Group
United Commercial Bank PLC (UCB) signed a digital cash management agreement with Pran-RFL Group, an industrial conglomerate in Bangladesh, aiming to transform the digital financial landscape in the country.
13 March 2025
Many banks likely unable to pay dividend as BB tighten rules
A majority of banks in the country will likely be unable to pay dividends after the Bangladesh Bank tightened the relevant rules through a notice today
13 March 2025
Moody’s cuts banking outlook to negative
Moody’s Ratings has downgraded Bangladesh’s banking system outlook from “stable” to “negative”, citing rising asset risks and worsening economic conditions.
12 March 2025
National Bank signs MoU with Asgar Ali Hospital for discount, benefits
National Bank Limited recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Asgar Ali Hospital.
12 March 2025
Southeast Bank organises capacity development programme
Southeast Bank PLC recently organised a training programme titled “Capacity Development Programme to Enhance Marketing Expertise on Retail Banking Loan and Credit Card.”
12 March 2025
Global Islami Bank strikes deal with Chattogram Wasa
Global Islami Bank PLC today signed an agreement with Chattogram Wasa, enhancing their collaborative efforts.
12 March 2025
BB reconstitutes board of three private banks
The Bangladesh Bank (BB) today reconstituted the board of directors of three private commercial banks.
12 March 2025
Syed Manzur Elahi: a visionary entrepreneur and nation-builder
Syed Manzur Elahi was one of Bangladesh’s most distinguished industrialists and entrepreneurs.
12 March 2025
Prime Bank launches blockchain-powered LC on local platform
Prime Bank PLC recently launched the proof of concept (PoC) for Green LC, Bangladesh’s first-ever letter of credit (LC) executed on a locally developed blockchain platform.
11 March 2025
Trust Bank organises annual risk conference
Trust Bank PLC recently organised an “Annual Risk Conference 2025” at the Baywatch Hotel, Inani in Cox’s Bazar.
11 March 2025
NBR to go tough on tax return non-filers
The tax administrator organises a pre-budget discussion
11 March 2025
India withdraws export ban on 100% broken rice
The world’s largest rice exporter has revoked the ban to reduce its domestic stockpile
11 March 2025
No new notes this Eid
The Bangladesh Bank has suspended the exchange of fresh notes for the public ahead of the upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr.
10 March 2025
BB relaxes loan exit policy for troubled businesses
Bangladesh Bank (BB) today relaxed the down payment requirements for exit facilities on defaulted loans of closed or loss-incurring companies.
10 March 2025
BRAC Bank branches achieve Tk 2,000cr net deposit growth in Feb 2025
BRAC Bank’s branch network recorded a remarkable net deposit growth of Tk 2,000 crore in February this year.
10 March 2025
UCB signs deal with DMTCL to install CRM, ATM in metro rail stations
United Commercial Bank PLC (UCB) signed an agreement with Dhaka Mass Transit Company Limited (DMTCL) to install CRM and ATM machines at the metro rail stations of MRT Line-6 to facilitate financial transactions for passengers.
10 March 2025
NCC Bank unveils Islamic banking window at Motijheel Main branch
The National Credit and Commerce Bank (NCC Bank) PLC recently launched a new banking service unit, styled “Islamic Banking Window”, at the Motijheel Main branch, aiming to broaden its portfolio of services in accordance with Islamic Shariah principles.
10 March 2025
BB warns against investing in multilevel marketing schemes
The central bank launches an investigation into alleged fraudulent activities
10 March 2025