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Commerce minister urges sector-based export plans to tap Saudi market

Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir has urged businesses to submit sector-specific and realistic proposals to expand Bangladesh's export footprint in Saudi Arabia and the Middle Eastern market. He assured exporters that the government is ready to provide all necessary policy and financial support if they move away beyond conventional approaches...

CMSME credit recovery weakens, down 31pc

A sharp slowdown in loan recovery, coupled with uneven credit growth, is raising fresh concerns over the health of Bangladesh's Cottage, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise (CMSME) financing sector, despite a continued rise in outstanding loans across the banking system.Latest data from Bangladesh Bank (BB) showed that CMSME loan recovery...

Internet subscribers rise by 1.8m in April

FE REPORT Bangladesh recorded a fresh rise in both broadband and mobile internet subscribers in April 2026, driven by growing demand for data services and wider digital connectivity across the country.According to the latest data, the total number of internet subscribers reached 131.42 million in April, up from 129.62 million...

Clients queue in front of a counter to conduct transactions on the last working day ahead of Eid at the

Clients queue in front of a counter to conduct transactions on the last working day ahead of Eid at the head office of Sonali Bank in Motijheel on Sunday. — FE Photo

Shahjalal Islami Bank's 25th AGM held--

Shahjalal Islami Bank's 25th AGM heldThe 25th AGM of Shahjalal Islami Bank PLC was held on Sunday on a digital platform. Chairman of the Board of Directors of the bank Mohammed Younus presided over the meeting. The AGM approved 13 per cent cash dividend for shareholders for the year ended...

Dhaka Regency unveils Eid offer

Dhaka Regency Hotel & Resort unveils a spectacular offer marking Eid-ul-Azha. The hotel introduces an exclusive Luxury Staycation Package starting from BDT 7,999 net, says a press release.Guests seeking the ultimate festive retreat can also indulge in the remarkable full board package at BDT 13999 net, featuring Stay, Buffet Breakfast,...

Over 37pc factories in industrial zones miss payment deadline

FE ReportThousands of workers across Bangladesh's key industrial belts entered the Eid-ul-Azha holiday period facing uncertainty as a significant number of factories failed to clear festival allowances and April wages despite repeated government instructions and fresh cash support for exporters.About 37 per cent, or 3,745 factories, under the jurisdiction of...