Breaking / Stocks drop as fresh trade news awaited, oil down on Iran hopes

News that Beijing was suspending some non-tariff countermeasures on US entities for 90 days following the superpowers' weekend truce did little to inject much more enthusiasm
15 May 2025, 05:12 AM Business
Trump: India has offered US a trade deal with no tariffs
The United States is India's largest trading partner, with bilateral trade totalling some $129 billion in 2024
15 May 2025, 08:14 AM Business
Akij Resource plans to launch digital bank
The company will soon apply to introduce “Munafa Digital Bank”
23 October 2025, 13:27 PM Business
ILO ratification demands labour reforms in Bangladesh
The rights groups welcome the move as a long-overdue response to workers’ demands
23 October 2025, 12:59 PM Business
Cheque dishonour case: Evaly’s Rassel, Shamima get 1-yr jail in Ctg
On September 16, 2021, Rassel and Shamima were arrested from their Mohammadpur residence in the capital in a case filed over fraud and embezzlement
2 June 2024, 14:25 PM Business
Tk 127 crore owed to customers: DNCRP forms body to facilitate refunds
The platforms had offered hefty discounts to lure unsuspecting customers to make advance payments of thousands of crores of taka
19 May 2024, 14:16 PM Business

OpenAI hits $500 billion valuation: report

OpenAI has reached a $500 billion valuation after current and former employees sold approximately $6.6 billion worth of shares, according to a recent Reuters report citing a source familiar with the matter. The deal represents a significant increase from the company’s previous $300 billion valuation.
2 October 2025, 05:29 AM Tech & Startup
A tech-based startup for student transport in Bangladesh
22 September 2025, 10:59 AM Tech & Startup
Five new registration services added to Bida OSS
14 September 2025, 18:00 PM Business

The road from cheap labour to a skilled workforce

Our country has long been recognised for its abundant labour force. In addition, this abundance has often been labelled as “cheap labour”, a term that underscores a missed opportunity for a prospective nation.
12 May 2025, 18:00 PM

Local RMG to remain competitive even if tariffs rise

Bangladesh should improve garment quality and delivery speed amidst intense competition in global supply chains arising from US President Donald Trump’s recent reciprocal tariffs, said some international traders yesterday..Bangladesh has the opportunity to retain its competitive edge due t
12 May 2025, 15:42 PM
12 May 2025, 12:02 PM

Stocks rise after govt's latest directives

The DSEX rose 19.27 points to close at 4,921.55
12 May 2025, 09:42 AM

Stocks, dollar up on US-China trade promise, detail needed

Investors are hoping the White House will soon scale back the 145 percent tariff on Chinese goods
12 May 2025, 06:00 AM

US, China to publish details of 'substantial' trade talks in Geneva

The trade spat between Washington and Beijing has rocked financial markets and raised fears of a global economic slowdown and an inflationary spike in the United States
12 May 2025, 04:00 AM

Govt can now temporarily take over banks

The government and Bangladesh Bank can take temporary control of any scheduled bank if needed by issuing share transfer orders in line with the Bank Resolution Ordinance 2025.
11 May 2025, 18:00 PM

Globe Group to sell edible oil unit to repay bank loans

Globe Pharmaceuticals Group of Companies is set to sell its edible oil unit, Globe Edible Oil Ltd, to adjust bank liabilities.
11 May 2025, 18:00 PM

Farmers get higher prices for fresh Boro paddy

Bangladeshi farmers are receiving higher prices for freshly harvested Boro paddy this season compared to the year prior, thanks to increased demand driving up market rates.
11 May 2025, 18:00 PM

CA rolls out five-step plan to bolster stock market

Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus has issued five key directives, including the offloading of government stakes in state-run and multinational companies, to increase the availability of quality scrips in the market.
11 May 2025, 18:00 PM

IMF approves $1b Pakistan payout

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Friday approved a loan program review for Pakistan, unlocking around $1 billion in much-needed funds and greenlighting a new $1.4 billion bailout despite India’s objections.
11 May 2025, 18:00 PM

Linde Bangladesh posts 17% decline in Q1 profit

Linde Bangladesh Ltd’s profit fell in the first quarter of 2025 due to lower sales and higher operating expenses.
11 May 2025, 18:00 PM

BATBC Q1 profit drops 23%

British American Tobacco Bangladesh Company Ltd (BATBC) saw its profit drop in the first quarter of 2025 due to declining sales.
11 May 2025, 18:00 PM

Wary investors hope US-China talks cool high-stakes trade war

Investors are hopeful that US-China trade talks will cool a trade war between the world’s two largest economies and dispel some of the uncertainty clouding financial markets, though few expect a major breakthrough just yet.
11 May 2025, 18:00 PM

When banks stop lending, nations stop growing

Ships are safest in the harbour, but that is not what they are meant for.
11 May 2025, 18:00 PM

Over 200 firms seek BB policy support

Over 200 companies, including large industrial conglomerates, defaulted businesses, loss-incurring concerns, and small businesses, have applied to the Bangladesh Bank for policy support, especially loan restructuring and rescheduling facilities.
11 May 2025, 18:00 PM

Work orders diverted from China, Vietnam may land in Bangladesh

The Trump administration’s tariff hike on China and Vietnam may divert work orders to Bangladesh, said a top leader of the Forum Panel, which will contest the upcoming Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) elections, yesterday..It would be preferable if Banglad
11 May 2025, 15:00 PM

Chief adviser issues five directives to improve stock market

The directive aims to increase the supply of healthy companies and attract more investors
11 May 2025, 09:43 AM

Stocks fall for fifth consecutive week

The DSEX lost 15.64 points to close the week at 4,902
11 May 2025, 09:23 AM

Wary investors hope US-China talks cool high-stakes trade war

"There are hundreds of billions of dollars of trade on the line."
11 May 2025, 08:11 AM