Farmers count losses as Aman prices fall
2 December 2025, 18:00 PM
Business
EU wants Bangladesh to import more to reduce trade gap
2 December 2025, 18:00 PM
Business
Climate-driven heat eats up 20% of farm labour income
2 December 2025, 18:00 PM
Business
Restoring depositors’ trust is top priority
2 December 2025, 18:00 PM
Business
11 agri heroes honoured with Agrow Awards
2 December 2025, 18:00 PM
Business
Economy now in better shape
2 December 2025, 18:00 PM
Business
Are we giving up thinking to AI?
2 December 2025, 18:00 PM
Business
OECD says world economy ‘resilient’
2 December 2025, 18:00 PM
Business
China issues new rare earth export licences
2 December 2025, 18:00 PM
Business
Decline in India’s Russian oil imports may be temporary
2 December 2025, 18:00 PM
Business
Bangladesh in an identity crisis
When we hear the word engineering, Germany naturally comes to mind. Mention technology, and Japan emerges. Talk about innovation and Silicon Valley in the United States takes centre stage.
9 August 2025, 19:41 PM
Govt launches ‘Moheshkhali Integrated Development Authority’
The government has brought the “Moheshkhali Integrated Development Authority (MIDA) Ordinance, 2025” into effect, marking the start of a new chapter in Moheshkhali Island’s planned transformation into a major energy and industrial hub.
9 August 2025, 19:30 PM
BB allows loan rescheduling for 250 firms for up to 15 years
Down payments start at 1% with grace periods reaching 3 years
9 August 2025, 19:27 PM
No good news in job creation
Job prospects unfulfilled as economic woes, lack of investment hinder growth
9 August 2025, 18:27 PM
Ctg port overburdened with empty containers
Chattogram port, the country’s main gateway to foreign trade, is grappling with a massive number of empty containers, far exceeding the capacity of designated yards, disrupting delivery and handling operations.
7 August 2025, 18:50 PM
Govt food grain stock hits historic high
Bangladesh’s food grain stock has reached an all-time high of 21.54 lakh tonnes, as strong Boro procurement and lower distribution in July helped shore up reserves.
7 August 2025, 18:04 PM
Inflation inches up in July, driven by food prices
Inflation edged up in July on declining in the preceding three months, driven primarily by rising food prices, according to government data, renewing concerns over mounting pressure on consumers amid persistent supply side challenges.
7 August 2025, 18:01 PM
Surge in shrimp export yet to breathe life into sector
Despite recent data indicating a rise in the value of shrimp exports, industry insiders say the sector has yet to experience a meaningful revival, as shipment volumes have not shown significant growth.
7 August 2025, 18:00 PM
GP facing predatory pricing scrutiny over Robi’s complaint
The Bangladesh Competition Commission (BCC) is investigating a complaint by Robi Axiata PLC against Grameenphone (GP), accusing the country’s largest mobile operator of abusing its dominant market position through predatory pricing and excessive subsidies.
7 August 2025, 18:00 PM
An economic check-in after one year of interim govt
One year into its tenure, the interim government has a record of stark contradictions. While it successfully pulled the economy back from the brink of collapse, it has profoundly failed to restore the confidence of investors, leaving the economic future in a state of vulnerable uncertainty.
7 August 2025, 18:00 PM
Will the next govt deliver real reform?
A half-built flyover cuts across the sky in Dhaka, its concrete pillars reaching upward with an unfinished span. It was meant to connect, to ease traffic, move people, and signal progress.
2 August 2025, 19:36 PM
In Bangladesh, Visa sees huge digital opportunity
As Bangladesh moves towards a digital economy, it is prioritising cashless transactions.
2 August 2025, 19:36 PM
LG eyes green growth with RANCON partnership
LG Electronics is set to expand its presence in the country’s energy-efficient air solutions market through a strategic partnership with RANCON Group, company officials announced yesterday.
2 August 2025, 19:35 PM
External balance swings to surplus after 3 years
The country’s balance of payments returned to a surplus in the fiscal year (FY) 2024-25, ending a three-year spell of deficits.
2 August 2025, 19:24 PM
EU defends Trump trade deal in face of backlash
The European Union on Monday defended its trade deal with President Donald Trump, with EU capitals and businesses sharply divided on an outcome some branded a “capitulation”.
29 July 2025, 18:00 PM
Strengthening the central bank
With nudges from the International Monetary Fund and backing from the World Bank and Asian Development Bank, Bangladesh has embarked on a long-overdue three-year reform plan for its ailing banking sector.
26 July 2025, 19:39 PM
BSCL to resell Starlink internet services
The Bangladesh Satellite Company Limited (BSCL), the state-run satellite operator, has struck a deal to resell the satellite internet services of Starlink, the satellite internet arm of Elon Musk’s SpaceX.
26 July 2025, 19:37 PM
Govt move to hike port charges sparks concern
This will likely have a detrimental effect on the country's exports, alongside prices of imported products
26 July 2025, 19:35 PM
S&P sees stable outlook for Bangladesh
S&P Global has kept its long-term credit ratings on Bangladesh’s economy unchanged at B+ as the country works to rebuild external liquidity amid ongoing political uncertainty.
25 July 2025, 18:09 PM
bKash introduces one-tap mobile recharge feature
Customers can now recharge their registered mobile numbers with a single tap on the bKash app, without requiring a PIN or biometric verification, for amounts of up to Tk 1,000.
24 July 2025, 18:00 PM