BRAC Bank has entered into a partnership with People's Oriented Program Implementation (POPI), a non-government organization, to extend exclusive employee banking propositions, says a press release. Under the partnership, POPI employees will enjoy a convenient and delightful banking experience, including...
Nazimuddin Shyamol | 2024-11-18 00:00:00
CHATTOGRAM, Nov 17: Customs-related problems, high freight rates, and a number of accidents are seen as primary reasons for the significant reduction in activities at the Pangaon Inland Container Terminal (ICT) by the Buriganga River in Keraniganj. The Chittagong Port...
LONDON, Nov 17 (Reuters): Big global investors are exiting popular trades that bet on US President-elect Donald Trump's tax and tariff policies boosting Wall Street and wreaking damage abroad and swooping in on some of the Nov. 5 election's biggest...
A trade group has asked the incoming Trump administration to consider a "comprehensive plan" for updating the US Securities and Exchange Commission's regulatory framework for investment companies, according to a letter seen by Reuters, reports Reuters.The letter from the Investment...
Foreigners sold off most Asia ex-China bond markets in October as they were cautious ahead of the US presidential election, reports Reuters. The potential for a Donald Trump victory, which ended up being the actual result, raised concerns of increased...
EASTERN BANK HOSTS FINANCIAL LITERACY PROGRAMME Eastern Bank hosted a financial literacy programme as the lead bank at the Royal Palace Convention Hall in Narsingdi on Tuesday. The event was organised as part of Bangladesh Bank's (BB) financial literacy programme....
ICB CAPITAL MANAGEMENT HOLDS ANNUAL GENERAL MEETINGThe 24th annual general meeting of ICB Capital Management Limited (ICML), a subsidiary of Investment Corporation of Bangladesh (ICB), was held on Friday at the head office of the company in the capital's Kakrail....
FE REPORT | 2024-11-18 00:00:00
Newly-listed Techno Drugs endured a 24 per cent year-on-year decrease in profit to Tk 78 million in the first quarter through September of FY25, mainly due to lower sales for dwindling demand from the government.The earnings per share (EPS) fell...
MTB OFFERS COLLATERAL-FREE LOAN TO BASIS MEMBERSMutual Trust Bank (MTB) partnered with the Bangladesh Association of Software and Information Services (BASIS) to offer collateral-free loans to BASIS members. This strategic collaboration aims to provide BASIS members with easy access to...
SHAHJALAL ISLAMI BANK AWARDED FIRST PRIZE BY ICMABShahjalal Islami Bank won the first prize (gold award) at 'ICMAB Best Corporate Award-2023' for its performance in various indicators based on the banks annual reports for 2023. The bank received the award...
Md. Tarek Mahmud | 2024-11-18 00:00:00
The World Bank’s Business Ready report for 2024 has spotlighted areas of progress and challenges for Bangladesh, particularly in facilitating international trade. The report, a successor to the widely referenced Ease of Doing Business index, assesses 50 countries on various...
Muhammad Zamir | 2024-11-18 00:00:00
In a moment of historic consequence for American democracy, Republican Donald Trump emerged victorious in the 2024 United States Presidential elections. This will see him return to the White House come January 20, 2025. It has indeed been a remarkable...
The digital revolution has transformed every aspect of modern life, from how we work to how we connect, learn, and communicate. But with all its benefits, this revolution has brought with it a less-discussed consequence, which is digital deprivation. As...
Achieving financial independence for Bangladesh's millennials and Gen Z requires disciplined saving and smart investing. While mobile financial services simplify transactions, they also encourage "invisible spending" making expenditures easier and less tangible. This underscores the importance of establishing consistent saving...
Neil Ray | 2024-11-18 00:00:00
Politics, finance, commerce, market volatility and various protesting workers' unions or professional bodies along with major accidents mostly hog news headlines because those issues concern the entire nation and even others well beyond the border. But the news carried on...
Syed Fattahul Alim | 2024-11-18 00:00:00
Within two months of assuming office, the interim government of Dr Muhammad Yunus on September 29 formed a 9-member task force headed by the Bangladesh Bank governor to bring back the money stolen and smuggled out of the country during...
The ICT sector had been a prime target of looters of the deposed government, with massive corruption in various projects implemented under the slogans of building a 'Digital Bangladesh' and 'Smart Bangladesh'. Newspaper reports reveal misappropriation of billions of taka...
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Brunei, Nov 17 (Reuters): Asia-Pacific travel demand has recovered from the pandemic, but earnings at the region's airlines are under pressure from supply chain problems disrupting operations and exposing them to strengthening consumer protection rules, industry executives...
Bangladesh Agricultural Development Corporation (BADC) Chairman (Grade-1) Md. Ruhul Amin Khan inspected different activities of the corporation in Mymensingh district on November 15-16.
RAJSHAHI, Nov 17(BSS): Speakers at a workshop here on Sunday unequivocally called for ensuring marketing of only the iodized salt to protect the public health from various disorders, particularly mental retardants and goitre.The utmost emphasis should be laid on close...
LONDON, Nov 17 (Reuters): Asian spot liquefied natural gas (LNG) rose slightly last week tracking European gas markets, while warm weather forecasts, strong storage inventories and weak economic data in China helped keep demand muted.The average LNG price for December...
ASUS is showcasing its latest laptops at the City IT Mega Fair 2024, running from November 11-16 at BCS Computer City (IDB Market). Flagship models, including the Copilot+ PC, Zenbook, and Vivobook, are available for hands-on exploration. Visitors can enjoy...
The vivo V40 Lite, the final V-series smartphone of the year, is now on sale, featuring a sleek design and cutting-edge technology. Available in Titanium Silver and Emerald Green, its standout features include 80W FlashCharge, powering the 5,000mAh battery to...
Infinix, the youth-focused tech brand, has unveiled the HOT 50 Pro+, its slimmest smartphone yet, featuring the TitanWing Architecture design. Combining sleek aesthetics with robust durability, it offers a flagship experience at a mid-range price. The phone boasts the world's...
Techexpress Desk | 2024-11-18 00:00:00
Robi Axiata Limited, the leading 4G network provider in Bangladesh, has launched innovative initiatives to enhance accessibility for customers with disabilities, aiming to foster a more inclusive service experience nationwide.One of the standout features is a dedicated video chat service...
Techexpress Desk | 2024-11-18 00:00:00
Grameenphone, Bangladesh's leading telecommunications operator, hosted the GPStar Partnership Celebration H1 2024 in Dhaka, reaffirming its commitment to recognizing and strengthening partnerships. The event celebrated the remarkable contributions of 12 national partners and 6 Dhaka Circle partners across three categories,...
ISMAIL HOSSAIN | 2024-11-18 00:00:00
As we celebrate the World Television Day, on November 21, Bangladesh's television landscape, particularly on over-the-top (OTT) platforms, stands at a critical juncture. Once celebrated for democratizing television access, these platforms now navigate regulatory ambiguities and challenges of competitiveness that...
M AZIZUR RAHMAN from Baku, Azerbaijan | 2024-11-17 12:00:00
Bangladesh has potentials to fetch around US$1.0 billion annually from global carbon market, said global lead for carbon markets and finance of the World Bank Chandra Shekhar Sinha Saturday.He said the country requires to expedite the process of learning to...
Asjadul Kibria | 2024-11-17 12:00:00
Before he became the 45th President of the United States (US) in 2016, Donald Trump claimed himself as a 'tariff man' who maintained no ambiguity about imposing higher tariffs on imports, mainly from China. After winning the election, he assumed...
Listing the key achievements of the interim government after completion of 100 days in power, Chief Adviser's Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam has said the government will hold consultations with the political parties on those reports to be submitted by the...
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