Persuading SoEs, MNCs to join stock markets

If the benchmark index of a stock exchange loses 351 points in a year, its impacts on that bourse depend on its current level and typical volatility. For the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE), this margin is severe because of its current level staying below 5,000 mark. A 351-point drop in...

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Regulate, not ban cryptocurrency

Cryptocurrency is banned in Bangladesh, but its usage is booming in the shadow of a legal grey zone and the absence of effective regulatory oversight. Bangladesh ranks 13th among 151 countries worldwide in terms of cryptocurrency usage, according to the Global Crypto Adoption Index 2025, published by the international blockchain...

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AI and the future of finance

Artificial intelligence is gradually reshaping Bangladesh's financial sector, and its influence is becoming more noticeable as banks and fintech companies adopt smarter, data-driven solutions. From automated customer service to real-time risk analysis, AI is beginning to redefine how financial institutions operate and interact with clients. Local technology firms such as...

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Inflation: Demand or supply driven?

Bangladesh has been grappling with the problem of inflation for the last three years. According to Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS), headline inflation rose to 8.49 per cent in December 2025 up from 8.29 per cent in November 2025. Inflation remained stubborn for the second consecutive month. The average yearly...

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