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

DSE extends rally for second day gaining 1.5%

The benchmark index added 75.45 points, reaching 5092.78 today.
30 October 2024, 05:34 AM

Google reports strong growth driven by AI, cloud

The technology giant's net income surged 34 percent to $26.3 billion, while earnings per share increased 37 percent to $2.12
30 October 2024, 04:51 AM

Beijing files WTO complaint over EU's new taxes on Chinese EVs

The extra taxes of up to 35 percent were announced Tuesday after an EU probe found Chinese state subsidies were undercutting European automakers
30 October 2024, 04:44 AM

BTTC wants duty free rice imports

The Bangladesh Trade and Tariff Commission (BTTC) has requested the government to temporarily withdraw import duty on rice to increase the supply and, in turn, contain the price of this staple food in the local markets.
29 October 2024, 18:00 PM

Gold prices hover near record peak

Gold prices lingered near record highs on Tuesday, supported by uncertainty surrounding the upcoming US presidential election, while investors awaited data for clues on the Federal Reserve’s interest rate trajectory.
29 October 2024, 18:00 PM

India govt’s report maintains growth forecast

Geopolitical conflicts and uncertainty about the trade policies of major economies are among the biggest risks for India’s economy, the government’s monthly economic report, opens new tab said on Monday, maintaining the current growth forecast.
29 October 2024, 18:00 PM

Bricks over clicks as shops come back into fashion in Europe

The rise of online shopping has led to swathes of store closures, casting doubt over the future of retail malls and high streets, but in Europe there are signs that shops are back in vogue and are important for helping to drive online sales.
29 October 2024, 18:00 PM

From profit, Beximco swings to Tk 36cr loss in FY24

Industrial conglomerate Beximco Ltd reported a Tk 36 crore loss in FY24, a massive decline from the Tk 710 crore profit recorded in the previous year, according to its financial disclosure published yesterday.
29 October 2024, 18:00 PM

High-end electronics sales hurt by runaway inflation

The demand for consumer electronics in the mid to high-end categories has declined drastically in Bangladesh as most people are shifting to cheaper alternatives or avoiding purchases altogether amid persistent inflation.
29 October 2024, 18:00 PM

BGMEA seeks payment from Australian buyer

The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) yesterday requested the Australian high commissioner in Bangladesh to take measures regarding approximately $20.30 million in outstanding payments that a Sydney-based company owes to 23 local exporters.
29 October 2024, 18:00 PM

NBR offers 10-year tax benefit for investments in renewables

The National Board of Revenue (NBR) yesterday granted a 10-year tax benefit for investments to establish renewable energy-based power facilities with the objective to facilitate generation of clean energy.
29 October 2024, 18:00 PM

GP profit up marginally

Grameenphone reported a decline in its revenue in the July-September quarter of 2024 while its profit grew marginally due to political turmoil and floods in the eastern part of the country.
29 October 2024, 18:00 PM

Door may open for Starlink, others soon

The Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) has drafted guidelines for satellite internet service operators, permitting wholly owned foreign companies to obtain licences -- paving the way for Elon Musk’s Starlink and similar companies to enter Bangladesh.
29 October 2024, 18:00 PM

Security a must for economic recovery: MCCI

Smooth logistics, banking services and security for industries are a must to ensure a revival of economic activities that have been disrupted following the mass uprising that toppled the previous government.
29 October 2024, 18:00 PM

Stocks rebound after falling to 4-year low

Indices of Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) bounced back strongly yesterday on plummeting to a four-year low on the previous day as investors cautiously traded select shares to pocket short-term gains amidst price movements..A Dhaka-based investor said a section of investors went on to buy selec
29 October 2024, 15:39 PM

Economy facing post-transition challenges: MCCI report

Stabilise forex reserves, manage inflation to overcome, it said
29 October 2024, 11:55 AM

Unilever Consumer Care’s Q3 profit plummets 48% as revenue declines

However, operational efficiency and rise in net finance income softened the impact
29 October 2024, 07:35 AM

BRAC Bank’s profit surged 69% on strong investment, fee income

Its July-September profit was Tk 419.62 crore 
29 October 2024, 06:31 AM

Beximco Pharma posts Tk 586 crore profit in FY24

It recommended 40% cash dividend, highest in 8 years
29 October 2024, 06:06 AM

Stocks break losing streak with early gains

DSEX gained 52.87 points in the first hour 
29 October 2024, 05:50 AM