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Bangladesh faces severe investment stagnation six months after the BNP-led government took office, marked by shrinking foreign direct investment and plunging private credit growth. Economists warn that despite massive surplus liquidity in the banking sector, businesses lack the confidence required to invest.
Bangladesh Bank has introduced a special exit policy to address a massive surge in non-performing loans during the new government's first 180 days. Financial sector leaders highlight severe legal complexities and widespread intentional default as major hurdles to cash recovery.
Sharp Industries PLC is grappling with severe gas and electricity shortages that have heavily impacted its yarn production and financial performance. The company reported substantial net losses for the 2025-26 fiscal year amid rolling power disruptions lasting up to 12 hours daily.
The Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission has fined Haji Ahmad Brothers Securities Limited Tk 10 lakh for a massive consolidated customer account deficit and rule violations. The brokerage house must deposit the fine amount within 30 days.
Revised proposals for Dhaka's MRT Line-1 and Line-5 project significant cost increases, with proposals sent to the Planning Commission. An independent expert committee evaluated the economic feasibility of the projects earlier this month.
Bangladesh has recorded 1.88 billion US dollars in remittances during the first seventeen days of August. This represents a significant year-on-year increase of 32.60 percent compared to the same period last year.
Illegal battery-rickshaw and easy-bike charging stations across Bangladesh are consuming approximately 62 lakh taka worth of electricity every single day. This massive overnight energy consumption is creating significant additional pressure on the country's power grids and urban electricity systems.
Delta Life Insurance Company hosted its three-day Bancassurance Conference-2025 recently at the Grand Sultan Tea Resort and Golf in Sreemangal. Pubali Bank Managing Director Mohammad Ali attended the event as the chief guest, where dozens of bank officials received awards for their success.
Bangladesh Bank has issued a new circular outlining updated directives for opening bank accounts for foreign nationals working in the country. The instructions were officially released by the central bank's Banking Regulation and Policy Department-1.
Bangladesh Bank has issued a new circular making updated work permits mandatory for foreign nationals opening bank accounts. The directive follows a recent home ministry circular regarding salary disbursements for foreign workers.
Business leaders gathered in Dhaka on Tuesday to discuss export sector prospects and challenges. The event marked the tenth iteration of the HSBC Bangladesh Export Excellence Awards.
A high-level delegation from the Confederation of Indian Industry met with the Bangladesh Commerce Ministry on 18 August. Discussions focused on bilateral trade, logistics costs, and the establishment of two joint business task forces.
The Revenue Conference 2026 was held at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Centre in Agargaon, Dhaka, with top government leaders in attendance. Officials discussed major fiscal targets, structural shifts in revenue collection, and administrative costs.
Wetherspoons has introduced a ban on customers playing music out loud or taking speakerphone calls across its UK venues. The company aims to restore peace to its establishments, echoing broader public frustration with amplified audio in public spaces.
Magnum adapts to global market trends, supply chain pressures, and shifting consumer habits across Bedford, Ibiza, and Asia following its spin-off from Unilever. Industry experts highlight rising ingredient costs, sustainability measures, and experimental Asian flavor innovations.
Donations of pet food at Salisbury Foodbank have dropped over the summer months as struggling pet owners face difficult financial choices. Officials note that some local residents are even choosing to feed their animals before themselves.
Bangladesh Commerce Minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir has met with a visiting delegation from the Confederation of Indian Industry in Dhaka. The discussions focused on enhancing economic cooperation, investment, and bilateral trade between the two neighbouring nations.
Chittagong will host the three-day Chittagong Build Expo 2026 for the first time. The landmark event is organized by the Institute of Architects Bangladesh, Chittagong Chapter.
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