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Stock market has lost 48pc in real value over 15 years due to irregularities

Bangladesh's stock market has shrunk nearly 48 per cent in its real value over the past 15 years due to persistent irregularities, weak coordination among key institutions, and high inflation, said Md Saifuddin, Commissioner of the Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC), on Wednesday.The prolonged inefficiency in the market has...

Call for fiscal, structural reforms to power capital markets

Regional integration in South Asia is not only achievable but essential for shared prosperity, said renowned economist and former Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan, Dr. Ishrat Hussain. He made the remarks while delivering the keynote address at 'Turbo Charging South Asian Capital Markets (Dhaka Chapter)' held at a...

City Bank publishes ESG Report

City Bank PLC has published its first Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report, 'Bank on Solidity, Banking on Sustainability', marking a key milestone in its sustainability journey. Building on previous Sustainability Reports, this comprehensive ESG Report aligns with global frameworks, including GRI Standards, IFRS S1 and S2, UN SDGs and...

Govt to train up farmers on buffalo milk products: Adviser

Fisheries and Livestock Adviser Farida Akhtar said on Wednesday that the buffalo is an important resource of the country that can play a vital role in boosting country's economy, reports BSS.She said the government would take necessary steps to train up the farmers to produce yogurt, cheese and other products...

HERizon Fest 2025 concludes

The two-day HERizon Fest 2025: Celebrating Women, Skills & Employment, organised by the National Skills Development Authority (NSDA) with technical assistance of Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, concluded in the city on Wednesday, says a press release.M Siraz Uddin Miah, Principal Secretary to the Chief Adviser, was present...

Berger Paints partners with BTI

Berger Paints Bangladesh Ltd has entered into a strategic partnership with Building Technology & Ideas Ltd (BTI), one of Bangladesh's most trusted and innovative real estate developers, says a press release. The agreement was signed by Md Mohsin Habib Chowdhury, Chief Operating Officer and Director of Berger Paints Bangladesh Ltd,...

Amari Dhaka unveils "Dhakaiya Dawat"

Amari Dhaka, one of the city's leading five-star hotels renowned for its exceptional hospitality and vibrant dining experiences, is proud to announce the launch of its latest culinary promotion - "Dhakaiya Dawat" at Amaya Food Gallery, says a press release.The exclusive buffet, running from October 05 to October 31, 2025,...

IFIC BANK CELEBRATES 49TH ANNIVERSARY

IFIC Bank celebrated its 49th anniversary with a programme held at the Multipurpose Hall of IFIC Tower in Dhaka on Wednesday. Chairman of the Board of Directors Md. Mehmood Husain attended the event, along with Independent Director Kazi Md. Mahboob Kasem, Managing Director Syed Mansur Mustafa, Deputy Managing Directors, department...

PUBALI BANK LAUNCHES 'BANKING PRODUCTS CAMPAIGN' AT NATIONAL UNIVERSITY

The Boardbazar branch of Pubali Bank PLC organised the 'Banking Products Campaign' on the National University Campus recently. The campaign aimed to raise awareness among students about modern banking services, digital banking facilities and other services. Prof Dr. ASM Amanullah, Vice Chancellor of National University, inaugurated campaign as the chief...

PREMIER BANK LAUNCHES REVAMPED WEBSITE

Premier Bank launched its revamped website -- thepremierbankplc.com -- on Wednesday, aiming to enhance customer experience and meet the evolving needs of the clients in the digital age. Dr. Arifur Rahman, Chairman of the Board of Directors, was present as the chief guest at the event held at the bank's...

Modhumoti Bank donates Tk 300,000 to 'Amader Pathshala'

Modhumoti Bank PLC has donated BDT 300,000 to 'Amader Pathshala' under the bank's CSR programme for conducting social welfare and educational programmes for underprivileged children. Shahnawaj Chowdhury, Managing Director (Current Charge) of Modhumoti Bank, handed over the cheque to Abul Hassan Mohammad Shahidul Islam, Chairman of Amader Pathshala Foundation, at...

Uttara Bank HOLDS "Anti-Money Laundering Conference-2025"

The "Anti-Money Laundering Conference-2025" organised by Uttara Bank PLC was held at a city hotel recently. Md Abul Hashem, Managing Director and CEO of Uttara Bank PLC, was present as the chief guest at the conference while Deputy Managing Director and Chief Anti Money Laundering Compliance Officer (CAMLCO) Khandaker Ali...

BKB holds business confce for Mymensingh Division

A day-long business review meeting on achieving targets and business expansion operations for Mymensingh division of Bangladesh Krishi Bank (BKB) was held at Shaheed Safwan Sadda Auditorium in Jamalpur on Wednesday. BKB Managing Director Sanchia Binte Ali was present as the chief guest while General Manager of Mymensingh Division Zamil...

Pakistan looks to unlock Saudi investment with visit following defence pact

ISLAMABAD, Oct 08 (Reuters): A Saudi business delegation is due in Pakistan this week to kick off what Islamabad hopes is a program of investment following a mutual defence agreement, though major investments may be dependent on reforms, officials and experts said.Pakistani sources anticipate initial investment plans of about $1...

WB raises S Arabia’s 2025 growth forecast to 3.2pc

RIYADH, Oct 08 (Arab News): The World Bank has raised Saudi Arabia's 2025 economic growth forecast to 3.2 per cent, citing stronger oil output and robust non-oil activity, marking a notable upgrade from the 2.8 per cent projected in April. The Washington-based lender said in its latest Middle East, North...