S&P revises Bangladesh outlook to negative on rising economic risks
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Loans under court stay jump eightfold in three years
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Economy
Construction of China industrial zone begins
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Economy
Islamic, 4th-gen banks buckle under NPL, liquidity crises
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Economy
Four pillars to drive NBR’s VAT target for FY27
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Economy
Restructuring the energy sector for sustained progress
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Economy
US energy cushion faces new stress test as Middle East risks rise again
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Economy
Corporate-focused lending leaves SMEs short of credit
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Biman resumes Dhaka-Narita flights after year-long suspension
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Economy
Anis Ahmed elected chairman of Eastern Bank
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Business
Forex market volatile again on Ramadan import rush, overdue LCs
After a five-month pause, dollar rates have started to rise, prompting the central bank to question the managing directors of 13 banks about the fresh volatility of the greenback.
22 December 2024, 18:00 PM
Automation replaced 31% of garment workers: study
Automation has reduced the need for human labour in the production process of the garment sector by nearly 31 percent by mostly replacing helpers, according to a study.
22 December 2024, 18:00 PM
A wake-up call for Bangladesh to reform its healthcare
India’s visa restrictions on Bangladeshi nationals, while initially perceived as a barrier, could serve as a wake-up call for Bangladesh to strengthen its healthcare system and regain the confidence of its patients.
22 December 2024, 18:00 PM
India’s steel imports from China hit record high
India’s finished steel imports from China reached an all-time high during the first eight months of the fiscal year to March 2025, provisional government data showed, adding to concerns among domestic mills about cheap shipments from China.
22 December 2024, 18:00 PM
Local banks can review health via global consulting firms
The international consulting firm will suggest appropriate remedial measures necessary in public interest
22 December 2024, 15:53 PM
Bangladesh, WB sign two deals worth $900 million for environment sustainability
These two financial agreements will help Bangladesh achieve green growth: WB country director
22 December 2024, 14:55 PM
Explanations sought from 13 banks for higher dollar rate
BB issued letters on Dec 19 and the deadline for explanation ends today
22 December 2024, 13:43 PM
Stocks break two-day rising streak
The prime index of the Dhaka bourse fell 0.48% to 5,196 points
22 December 2024, 11:24 AM
ACI Motors sells 18.5% stake to Japan’s Mitsui at $22.75 million
Two senior Mitsui executives will join ACI Motors to widen their global reach
22 December 2024, 11:06 AM
Govt to renew gas supply deal with LafargeHolcim
The interim government has decided to extend an agreement between the Jalalabad Gas Transmission and Distribution System and LafargeHolcim Bangladesh PLC on gas supply from January 17 of 2026, allaying concerns of investors.
21 December 2024, 18:00 PM
Market scoping and client onboarding in banks
Banks and banking seniors across the global or regional banking arena are being faced with one very important issue -- which market(s) to enter, which product to offer and which clients to choose and onboard.
21 December 2024, 18:00 PM
Reliable data, policy reforms needed to boost tech sector
The technology sector of Bangladesh is facing critical bottlenecks due to data inaccuracy, experts said at the 9th edition of the BRAC Bank-The Daily Star ICT Awards held last Friday.
21 December 2024, 18:00 PM
BTRC blocks call services of three IGW operators
The Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) recently ordered the suspension of all voice call services provided by three International Gateway (IGW) operators for breaching rules.
21 December 2024, 18:00 PM
Japan for reforms to combat corruption
Japan is eager to see reforms that eliminate corruption and improve governance, which are key factors for Japanese companies to invest in Bangladesh, said Japanese Ambassador to Bangladesh Iwama Kiminori.
21 December 2024, 18:00 PM
Inflation high as oligarchic grip still haunts economy
Even after the political changeover in early August, the domestic market has been reeling under the influence of oligarchs, according to economist Hossain Zillur Rahman.
21 December 2024, 18:00 PM
Drug sales growth slows amid high inflation
Sales growth of drugs slowed down in fiscal year 2023-24 ending last June, which could be an effect of high inflationary pressure prevailing in the country over the last two years.
21 December 2024, 18:00 PM
Penalty less than illegal gains fuels stock manipulation
While fines are intended to deter future offences, questions remain over their effectiveness if the amount is lower than the illegal gain.
21 December 2024, 18:00 PM
Joypurhat Sugar Mill starts 62nd sugarcane crushing season
This time, the mill will be operated for 34 days
21 December 2024, 13:18 PM
Presence of oligarchic market power still a major challenge: Hossain Zillur Rahman
The sixth edition of the Banking Almanac launched today
21 December 2024, 11:56 AM
ICT trailblazers honoured
Five companies and two individuals were honoured this evening at the 9th BRAC Bank-The Daily Star ICT Awards in recognition of their exceptional contributions to the advancement of Bangladesh’s information and communication technology sector
20 December 2024, 16:29 PM