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
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
Akij Resource plans to launch digital bank
The company will soon apply to introduce “Munafa Digital Bank”
23 October 2025, 13:27 PM
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
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
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

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

Bank Asia inks deal with G4S, Protection One, Ornate Logistics for cash-in-transit services

Bank Asia PLC has recently signed a partnership agreement with G4S Secure Solutions Bangladesh (P) Limited, Protection One (Pvt) Limited, and Ornate Logistics Limited to provide cash-in-transit (CIT) services.
23 September 2025, 18:00 PM

OECD ups world economic outlook as tariffs contained, for now

The world economy will grow more than previously forecast this year after absorbing the shock of US President Donald Trump’s tariffs, but their full impact remains uncertain, the OECD said Tuesday.
23 September 2025, 18:00 PM

BB eases advance import payment rules

Bangladesh Bank (BB) has revised the ceilings for advance payments against imports to facilitate international trade and streamline import procedures.
23 September 2025, 18:00 PM

Salehuddin urges private sector to prepare for LDC graduation

The finance adviser urged the private sector to take a leading role in job creation and global expansion
23 September 2025, 15:50 PM

Pipeline begins fuel supply to Shah Amanat International Airport

Construction began on December 19, 2023 with an estimated cost of Tk 170 crore
23 September 2025, 07:11 AM

Commission dismisses GP’s jurisdiction challenge; Robi complaint to proceed

Robi alleges Grameenphone engaged in predatory pricing and unfair trade practices
22 September 2025, 17:04 PM

Why is gold hitting record highs in Bangladesh?

Industry insiders attribute the surge primarily to the international bullion market
22 September 2025, 13:32 PM

Padma Oil's fuel supply pipeline for Ctg airport opens tomorrow

The 5.77-kilometre pipeline will help Padma save Tk 8 crore a year
22 September 2025, 11:29 AM

Ruhul Quddus Khan, new CEO of Unilever Bangladesh

Ruhul Quddus Khan to take helm at UBL from November 1
22 September 2025, 10:17 AM

Savings certificates should be tradable: BB governor

Central bank chief highlights need for tradable savings certificates, treasury bonds
22 September 2025, 07:03 AM

Hardest-hit Vietnam risks losing $25 billion from US tariffs, UN estimates

US tariffs may slash one-fifth of Vietnam’s exports, study shows
22 September 2025, 05:56 AM

Dhaka stocks rebound in morning trade

The DSEX increased 11.62 points to 5,393.47 by 11:38 am
22 September 2025, 05:45 AM

DSE continues downward trend

Dhaka stocks continued their downward trend for a third consecutive day, with the main index seeing a decline driven by poor performances in the non-bank financial institutions (NBFIs) and engineering sectors yesterday.
21 September 2025, 18:50 PM

WB to give $700m for 2 Rohingya projects

The World Bank yesterday launched two new projects worth $700 million to improve basic services, strengthen disaster resilience and expand human capital development for both the displaced Rohingya population and host communities in Bangladesh.
21 September 2025, 18:06 PM

NCC Bank launches entrepreneurship development programme in Mymensingh

NCC Bank PLC, in collaboration with Bangladesh Bank, has launched a month-long entrepreneurship development programme (EDP) in Mymensingh to create new entrepreneurs and accelerate inclusive economic growth.
21 September 2025, 18:00 PM

H-1B workers abroad race to US as Trump order sparks dismay, confusion

Panic, confusion, and anger reigned as workers on H-1B visas from India and China were forced to abandon travel plans and rush back to the US after President Donald Trump imposed new visa fees, in line with his wide-ranging immigration crackdown.
21 September 2025, 18:00 PM

Starlink seeks nod to export bandwidth from Bangladesh

Starlink has sought approval from the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) to supply bandwidth from Bangladesh to neighbouring countries.
21 September 2025, 18:00 PM

HSBC, Bepza to set up business development office at NSEZ

The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation (HSBC) Bangladesh has signed an agreement with the Bangladesh Export Processing Zones Authority (Bepza) to establish a Business Development Office (BDO) at the National Special Economic Zone (NSEZ) in Mirsarai, Chattogram.
21 September 2025, 18:00 PM

Mastercard earns Superbrands recognition as Bangladesh’s most loved payment brand

Mastercard has received the Superbrands recognition in the ‘Payment’ category for 2024–25, reaffirming its position as Bangladesh’s most trusted and popular payments technology brand.
21 September 2025, 18:00 PM

EBL honoured by Superbrands for 3rd time

Eastern Bank PLC (EBL) has been recognised as one of Bangladesh’s most trusted and influential brands, receiving the Superbrands status for the third time.
21 September 2025, 18:00 PM