BB to restructure monetary policy committee

It will replace three deputy governors with three new economists
22 October 2023, 18:30 PM

Nagad, Kori get go-ahead for digital bank

Bangladesh Bank yesterday issued letters of intent to Nagad Digital Bank and Kori Digital Bank, in a development that can substantially enhance people’s access to finance.
22 October 2023, 18:00 PM

Two Beximco firms post lower profits

Bangladesh Export Import Company Ltd (Beximco) witnessed a massive drop in profit in the last financial year while Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd also reported lower earnings owing to a spike in the cost of production.
22 October 2023, 18:00 PM

Are companies listening to their people?

One of the primary tasks of the internal communication function of a company is to inform co-workers about the organisation. It tells the people about its significant decisions, achievements and values on a business-as-usual basis. Almost all large businesses have mechanisms to ensure co-workers are well-informed about the company’s vision, mission and strategies.
22 October 2023, 18:00 PM

MTB working to be a world-class bank

Mutual Trust Bank is working to be a world-class lender that will be a topper in every aspect of banking services, said Syed Mahbubur Rahman, managing director of the bank.
22 October 2023, 18:00 PM

BSRM takes Tk 1,900cr project to expand production capacity

BSRM, the biggest steel maker in Bangladesh, has taken a nearly Tk 1,900 crore scheme to set up its second re-rolling plant to expand its capacity and cater to increased demand for public and private construction in the country, it said yesterday.
22 October 2023, 18:00 PM

Spinners left in the lurch

Many garment makers in Bangladesh are not honouring their primary contracts for buying yarn from local spinners as work orders from abroad have decreased amid volatility in the global economy.
22 October 2023, 18:00 PM

Low spending on R&D alarming

Most industries in Bangladesh spend less than Tk 500 per year on research and development (R&D) per worker, according to the Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD), a scenario that may hold back a country aiming to become a manufacturing hub and a developed nation in less than two decades.
22 October 2023, 18:00 PM

Two digital banks given go-ahead

The two are: Nagad Digital Bank Plc, Kori Digital Bank Plc
22 October 2023, 13:33 PM

Annual R&D spending less than Tk 500 per worker: CPD

Most industries spend less than Tk 500 per year in research and development (R&D) for a worker, said the Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) today.
22 October 2023, 09:27 AM
22 October 2023, 07:43 AM

BB nod likely today for setting up digital banks

Bangladesh Bank is likely to give primary approval today for the formation of digital banks in the country.
22 October 2023, 01:30 AM

Delaying key measures may prove costly for economy

In the past 18 months, Bangladesh has largely failed to take appropriate measures to curb higher inflation and reverse the fall of foreign currency reserves, both at the heart of the country’s persisting economic plight.
22 October 2023, 01:00 AM

Investment expo on Nov 8-9

The Foreign Investors’ Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) is set to host a two-day investment exposition from November 8 at Radisson Blu Dhaka Water Garden marking its 60th anniversary.
21 October 2023, 17:59 PM

Wealth management is the future of consumer banking

In an era defined by complex financial markets and ever-evolving investment opportunities, wealth management has emerged as a crucial discipline for individuals and families looking to secure their financial future.
21 October 2023, 17:59 PM

Renata’s profits rebound in Q1

Profits of Renata Ltd, a major player among listed drug makers in Bangladesh, rebounded in the first quarter of the current fiscal year as the company's revenue growth doubled during the period.
21 October 2023, 17:59 PM

Facilitate connectivity to get full benefit of Bangabandhu tunnel

Businesspeople yesterday urged for improving connectivity between Dhaka and Chattogram on a priority basis in order to get the expected benefits of the Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Tunnel.
21 October 2023, 17:59 PM

'Middle East conflict may affect global shipping'

The Israel-Hamas conflict has not had any immediate effect on global shipping, but it may impact ocean freight if the conflict lingers.
21 October 2023, 17:54 PM

Dird Group lays off 300 workers for lack of work orders

Dird Washing Limited has laid off around 300 workers owing to a lack of work orders, becoming the fourth unit of its parent Dird Group to have closed operations this year.
21 October 2023, 16:14 PM

Seed sellers optimistic about higher maize acreage

With farmers preparing to plant maize for the winter, seed sellers and businesses expect an increase in acreage because of higher prices of the grain and Bangladesh’s import dependence in covering the shortage of the grain used by feed mills.
21 October 2023, 15:32 PM