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United Finance launches startup loan programme 'URise'

November 26, 2025 00:00:00


United Finance has officially launched 'URise', a dedicated loan programme designed to empower startups under Bangladesh Bank's refinancing scheme.

The inauguration ceremony was recently held at the company's head office, marking a significant step toward fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in Bangladesh.

Applications for the programme are being collected digitally through United Finance's mobile app, UMA, ensuring a seamless and accessible process for aspiring entrepreneurs, says a press statement.

Mohammad Rafiqul Islam, Managing Director; Mohammed Abul Ahasan, Deputy Managing Director; and Sudip Saha, Head of SME and Women Entrepreneur Financing, attended the launching ceremony.

In his speech, Mohammad Rafiqul Islam emphasized United Finance's long-standing commitment to inclusion.

"For 36 years, United Finance has stood beside marginalised communities. We believe in the power of youth and innovation, and we are excited to introduce Bangladesh Bank-supported startup loans at an affordable cost. With a simpler, fully digital process, we aspire to be an enabler of Bangladesh's growing startup ecosystem", he said

Startups interested in applying can do so directly through the United Finance Mobile App- UMA, available for download on both the App Store and Google Play Store.


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