Dhaka Bank PLC launched a Hemayetpur sub-branch under its Amin Bazar branch in Savar, Dhaka on Sunday.

Midland Bank PLC (MDB) recently signed an agreement with SahajMobile BD Limited, a Bangladesh-based fintech company, to enable customers to purchase mobile devices from designated SahajMobile merchant points through the bank’s e-loan facility.

Pubali Bank PLC recently held its “3rd Business Conference-2026” for regional and corporate branch managers at its head office in Dhaka.

Mercantile Bank PLC has launched its foundation training course for the 15th batch of newly recruited management trainee officers (MTOs) at its training institute (MBTI) in Dhaka.

Southeast Bank PLC recently organised the “Regional Conference 2026” for the Chattogram region to review business performance, address operational challenges and set a roadmap for sustainable growth.

Prime Bank PLC yesterday organised a seminar, titled “Financial Inclusion: Engaging & Inspiring Youth in Banking”, under its PrimeAcademia initiative at Central Women’s University (CWU) to raise awareness among students about financial inclusion, financial literacy, responsible money management, career development and women’s financial empowerment.

Southeast Asia’s budget carriers are hoping the worst of the Middle East-driven fuel shock is behind them but face a difficult second half as margins remain under pressure and strained household budgets threaten demand, airline executives and analysts said.

Bata Bangladesh, the leading global footwear brand in the country, has opened two new stores in Baridhara and Dhanmondi on Satmasjid Road in Dhaka, strengthening its retail presence in the capital.

The Multiparty Advocacy Forum today called for amendments to the Cyber Security Act, 2026 to introduce clear legal protection against technology-facilitated gender-based violence, saying the law does not adequately protect women from online abuse.

CEMS-Global USA and CEMS Bangladesh recently launched the 25th Bangladesh edition of the Textile Series of Exhibitions at Pan Pacific Sonargaon Dhaka.

MetLife Bangladesh has invested Tk 50 crore in the fourth subordinated bond issued by Eastern Bank PLC (EBL), as the insurer seeks to diversify its investment portfolio.

United Commercial Bank PLC (UCB) has signed an agreement with Bangladesh Bank to expand access to finance for farmers, rural entrepreneurs and businesses under a new refinance scheme for the agriculture and rural sectors.

REDX Trucks, the trucking business of B2B commerce platform ShopUp, has signed an agreement with Popular Pharmaceuticals Limited to transport the drug maker’s imported raw materials.

Prime Bank PLC has promoted Syed M Omar Tayub to additional managing director.

Prime Bank PLC, in collaboration with the Khulna University Career Club, recently organised a seminar, titled “Financial Inclusion: Engaging & Inspiring Youth in Banking”, at Khulna University under its flagship PrimeAcademia initiative.

Bank Asia PLC has signed a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) with DHS Autos Limited, a Bangladesh-based automobile company, to offer convenient auto loan facilities to prospective customers.

CEMS-Global USA and CEMS Bangladesh recently launched the 25th Bangladesh edition of the Textile Series of Exhibitions at Pan Pacific Sonargaon Dhaka.

Pan Pacific Sonargaon Dhaka is celebrating its 45th anniversary with special dining experiences at Café Bazar, Jharna Restaurant, Pool Café and Lobby Lounge from August 19 to 31, 2026.

Expanded agreements will allow eligible graduates to benefit from prior-learning credits and paper exemptions

Jamuna Bank PLC has joined Bangladesh Bank’s Tk 10,000 crore refinance scheme aimed at boosting agricultural production, strengthening food security and supporting the rural economy.