During the Brexit campaign of 2016, pro-Brexit politicians in the United Kingdom promoted the vision of a “Singapore on the Thames” by freeing the UK from the European Union.

Bangladesh could face a serious electricity supply shortfall after 2031 unless fresh investments, policy reforms and efficiency measures are undertaken, according to a study by the South Asian Network on Economic Modelling (Sanem).

The interim government yesterday approved the rules of business for two new divisions formed by splitting the National Board of Revenue (NBR) -- Revenue Policy and Revenue Management -- as part of efforts to reform the country’s tax system.

The Bangladesh Bank (BB) is going to unveil its monetary policy statement for January to June of the current fiscal year on January 29, at a time when inflation remains elevated despite a high policy rate.

Textile millers and garment exporters are at odds over the government’s move to withdraw the duty-free import facility for certain types of yarn, a step meant for protecting local spinning mills.

The National Board of Revenue (NBR) posted a 14 percent growth in revenue collection in the first half of the current fiscal year (FY), yet missed the target for the period by a staggering Tk 46,000 crore or nearly 10 percent.

Bangladesh Bank (BB) has allowed a special loan rescheduling and restructuring facility for distressed export-oriented and domestic shipbuilding companies in a bid to keep the sector operational and improve loan recovery by banks.

The Bangladesh Bank (BB) is grappling with an obstinate economic reality: inflation.

Foreign investors and stakeholders yesterday urged authorities to take initiatives to bring healthy companies to the market to make the stock market vibrant and sustainable.

Dhaka Bank PLC on Monday launched co-branded Visa credit cards -- Elite Co-Branded Signature Credit Card, Elite Co-Branded Platinum Credit Card and Tayyebah Islamic Platinum Credit Card -- in partnership with Robi Axiata PLC for the mobile operator’s customers.

Citizens Bank PLC recently held its “Annual Business Conference 2026” at a resort in Munshiganj.

The National Board of Revenue (NBR) posted a 14 percent growth in revenue collection in the first half of the current fiscal year (FY), yet missed the target for the period by a staggering Tk 46,000 crore or nearly 10 percent

A down payment of 3% of the outstanding loan balance will qualify for the facility

The new pay structure may be partially implemented from January 1 this year

Recent regulatory moves forcing banks to more accurately recognise and report defaulted loans have laid bare deep weaknesses in the banking system, underscoring the need for stronger discipline, risk management and governance, the International Chamber of Commerce-Bangladesh (ICCB) has said.

The Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (Bida) yesterday signed memorandums of understanding with 11 institutions to bring them under its one-stop service (OSS) portal, expanding access to investment-related services through a single digital platform.

As Bangladesh approaches the 2026 national election, the business community is examining political manifestos with greater urgency and realism.

Russia has handed over 30,000 tonnes of muriate of potash (MOP) fertiliser to Bangladesh as a gift under the framework of the World Food Programme (WFP).

The country’s stock market rose for the second day in a row yesterday, indicating growing investor confidence as the upcoming national election nears.

The government has decided to sell properties owned by Nassa Group to clear outstanding wages and service benefits for its workers, Labour and Employment Adviser M Sakhawat Hussain said on Sunday.