Inter-university start-ups compete for seed funding and mentorship

Jamuna Bank PLC recently organised a training programme on the implementation of Expected Credit Loss (ECL) under IFRS 9 at the bank’s training academy in Gulshan-1, Dhaka.

IFIC Bank PLC recently opened an ATM booth on the factory premises of Arbella Fashion Limited in Sreepur, Gazipur, to make financial transactions easier and faster.

Expatriates sent Tk 20,000 crore in remittances to the bKash accounts of their loved ones in Bangladesh in 2025.

Citizens Bank PLC recently launched a new sub-branch on Kazi Nazrul Islam Avenue in Karwan Bazar, Dhaka.

The company expands manufacturing, exports and domestic production

Big Tech earnings so far this week have sent a clear warning: investors are willing to overlook soaring spending on artificial intelligence if it fuels strong growth, but are quick to punish companies that fall short.

Banglalink CEO highlights ‘augmented intelligence’ and youth opportunities

The local plastic and flexible packaging sector, which now earns $2.2 billion a year from direct and indirect exports, has the potential to grow to $10 billion and emerge as a major export earner with targeted policy support, according to industry leaders.

The move signals stronger commitment to sustainability and responsible business

Three-day event showcases residential and commercial projects

BRAC Bank PLC positively impacted 172,502 people across Bangladesh in 2025 through its corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives, focusing on education, healthcare, disability inclusion, climate adaptation and humanitarian support, according to a press release.

Shimanto Bank PLC has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Trust And Pay Limited (TAP), a mobile financial service (MFS) app launched by Trust Axiata Digital Limited, a subsidiary of Trust Bank PLC.

Guardian Life Insurance Limited settled 225,254 insurance claims worth Tk 543.28 crore in 2025, underscoring its financial strength and commitment to policyholders.

MetLife Bangladesh settled insurance claims worth Tk 2,853 crore in 2025, maintaining one of the highest claim settlement ratios in the country’s life insurance industry, according to a press release.

Eastern Bank PLC (EBL) has launched a dedicated “trade hub” at the Chattogram Export Processing Zone (CEPZ), Mirsharai in Chattogram recently to offer specialised trade-related banking services to clients operating in the area.

Shahjalal Islami Bank PLC recently signed a remittance disbursement agreement with Nagad Limited to ensure that remittances sent by expatriates reach their beneficiaries quickly and seamlessly.

The 25th Dhaka International Yarn & Fabric Show (DIFS) 2026-Winter Edition began at the International Convention City Bashundhara in Dhaka yesterday.

3,391 students completed undergraduate and 629 postgraduate degrees

Leaders, investors and academics discuss culture, economy and strategic ties