As factories close, thousands hunt for jobs at gates
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Economy
Industry in a bind
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Economy
Exports dip nearly 1% in July
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Economy
Accelerate domestic gas exploration
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Economy
BGMEA rejects reports of gas crisis forcing factory closures
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Economy
National cybersecurity rating system set for launch
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Economy
Bangladesh’s external cushion is wearing thin
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Economy
Price pressures broaden across economy
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Economy
NBR asks businesses to switch to new BIN by Nov 30
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Economy
1 percent turnover tax: revenue reform or a new burden on SMEs?
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Business
IMF inquires about discrepancy in RMG export proceeds
A visiting International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation yesterday sought to know from garment manufacturers why some exports from Bangladesh over the past 10 to 15 years did not see the subsequent return of proceeds.
16 October 2023, 02:13 AM
Implement market-driven exchange rate fast: IMF
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) yesterday suggested that banks in Bangladesh should quicken the implementation of market-driven exchange rates as it would help alleviate the ongoing foreign currency crisis.
16 October 2023, 02:13 AM
Beneficiaries to enjoy tax waiver
The beneficiaries of the universal pension scheme (UPS) will get tax waiver facilities on their investment and profits.
16 October 2023, 02:00 AM
Ctg port gets new container handling equipment
A total of 24 new pieces of container handling equipment, including four quayside gantry cranes (QGCs), purchased by Chittagong Port Authority (CPA) at a cost of Tk 394 crore were launched yesterday.
16 October 2023, 01:30 AM
Rice production hits record high
Rice production in Bangladesh grew for the sixth consecutive year in fiscal year (FY) 2022-23 as farmers expanded cultivation areas of high-yielding varieties (HYV) and hybrid rice in place of local varieties.
16 October 2023, 01:00 AM
Gold price over Tk 1 lakh a bhori again
It will cost Tk 100,543 a bhori from tomorrow
15 October 2023, 15:38 PM
Non-banks asked to reduce bad loans
They were also asked to submit a work plan
15 October 2023, 15:13 PM
Bangladesh’s aviation market to triple in 15 years: minister
Air traffic in Bangladesh will increase almost three times in the next 15 years, State Minister for Civil Aviation and Tourism M Mahbub Ali said today
15 October 2023, 13:45 PM
No decision taken yet for potato imports: Tipu Munshi
Imported eggs will reach Bangladesh in 3-4 days, the minister says
15 October 2023, 12:33 PM
Doreen Power sees profits fall for higher foreign currency cost
Profits of Doreen Power Generations and Systems Ltd fell 61 percent year-on-year to Tk 64.8 crore in fiscal 2022-23, according to a disclosure on the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) today.
15 October 2023, 10:36 AM
80% of leather goods and footwear exports going to just 10 countries
Bangladesh's export earnings from leather goods and footwear are concentrated in 10 countries, with these markets buying roughly 80 percent of the total shipments from the nation in the fiscal year 2022-23.
15 October 2023, 01:30 AM
Use of credit cards in departmental stores on the rise
The use of credit cards in Bangladesh is increasing sharply, bolstered by growing spending on daily essentials at departmental stores amid higher inflation.
15 October 2023, 01:15 AM
BSEC measures to prop up stocks backfiring
The main index of the stock market in Bangladesh has been hovering around 6,300 for the past year, with many shares remaining unsold amid scant investor participation, according to market analysts..Besides, only junk stocks are performing well thanks to the prevalence of rumour-based tradi
15 October 2023, 01:00 AM
Build your own brand
When we think of branding, it is often that a company, business, or institution comes into our mind. However, another especially important aspect that we often do not talk much about is personal branding. Just think of Lionel Messi. Do you only know him as a player in the Argentine football team? I do not think so. For too many, he is regarded as the best footballer in the world. He is a brand all by himself.
14 October 2023, 23:41 PM
'Buyers want deliveries in hours, we are taking weeks'
Global buyers for leather goods and footwear now want their orders delivered faster than before, requiring local manufacturers to respond promptly. And this calls for easing customs procedures and ensuring faster clearance of goods to facilitate export growth, according to market players..
14 October 2023, 17:59 PM
IMF defends revising down GDP forecast
International Monetary Fund (IMF) has defended revising down its forecast for Bangladesh’s GDP growth in fiscal year 2023-24, saying it was “pretty reasonable” amidst various ongoing challenges, including elevated inflation.
14 October 2023, 13:31 PM
‘Integration into global value chain a must for local leathergoods’ industry’
Experts say at a seminar on the sidelines of BLLISS
13 October 2023, 15:34 PM
Five firms, one individual honoured at Brac Bank-The Daily Star ICT Awards
The ICT trailblazers of Bangladesh were recognised for their contribution in the sector
13 October 2023, 14:39 PM
Brac Bank-The Daily Star ICT Awards begins
ICT trailblazers to be honoured
13 October 2023, 12:29 PM
Number of internet users showing sharp growth
The number of internet users in Bangladesh witnessed a notable upswing of 10 lakh in August, predominantly attributed to the expansion of the country’s mobile subscriber network.
13 October 2023, 02:12 AM