Economy

Bangladesh Clears Tk3,100 Crore in Export Incentives, Boosting Cash Flow for Exporters

The Daily Corporate Desk Bangladesh Bank has fully settled all pending cash incentive claims for the export sector up to April 30 of the მიმდინარე...

bKash Net Profit Jumps 40% to Tk184 Crore in Q1 2026 on Strong Digital Growth

Dhaka, The Daily Corporate bKash, Bangladesh’s largest mobile financial services (MFS) provider, reported a strong financial performance in the first quarter of 2026, with net...

Bata Bangladesh posts record Q1 sales of 379.7 crore in 2026

Bata Bangladesh has reported a record-breaking performance in the first quarter of 2026, posting strong revenue and profit growth despite ongoing global economic uncertainty...

Bangladesh Bank Launches Tk1,000 Crore Green Refinance Scheme for Eco-Friendly Industrialisation

Dhaka, May 14: Bangladesh Bank has introduced a Tk1,000 crore refinancing scheme under its Green Transformation Fund (GTF) to accelerate environmentally sustainable industrialisation and...

Finance Minister says Bangladesh going through ‘painful’ period for investment

Written By: Baharin Akter Antora Dhaka, May 12, 2026 — Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury has described the country’s current investment climate as “painful,” citing global...

Sonali Bank posts record Tk1,313 crore profit in 2025

The Daily Corporate Desk Dhaka, Bangladesh — Sonali Bank PLC reported a record net profit of Tk1,313 crore in 2025, marking a 32.8% year-on-year increase,...

DSE urges Bangladesh Bank to protect investors in Islamic bank merger process

The Daily Corporate Desk Dhaka, Bangladesh — A delegation of Dhaka Stock Exchange PLC. led by Chairman Mominul Islam met Bangladesh Bank Governor Md. Mostaqur...

Robi’s Q1 Profit Jumps 85% to Tk232 Crore on Strong Data Growth, AI-Driven Offers

Desk Report | The Daily Corporate Robi Axiata PLC. has reported a strong financial performance for the first quarter of 2026, posting an 85.2% year-on-year...

The Future of Cashless Economy in South Asia

Written By – Ajima Akter Sujana South Asia is rapidly moving toward a digital-first financial future. What once seemed like a long-term technological vision is...

The Gig Economy Is Not a Side Hustle—It’s Bangladesh’s Gateway to the Global Workforce

By Faiza Hassan For years, gig work in Bangladesh has been viewed as a temporary solution—a side hustle for students, a fallback for job seekers,...

Pubali Bank Joins Tk1,000 Crore Profit Club with Record Earnings in 2025

Pubali Bank PLC has entered the prestigious Tk1,000 crore profit club among locally owned banks in Bangladesh, reporting a record net profit of Tk1,090...

Walton posts Tk642.94 crore profit in nine months despite market pressure

Walton Hi-Tech Industries PLC has reported a profit of Tk642.94 crore for the first nine months of FY2025–26, reflecting resilience in a challenging macroeconomic...

NCC Bank Shares Surge 21% on Record Profit, Announces Highest Dividend in Over a Decade

National Credit and Commerce Bank PLC (NCC Bank) witnessed a sharp rally in its share price, surging as much as 21% on April 28,...

Dhaka Bank Posts 119% Profit Growth in 2025, Declares 10% Cash Dividend

Dhaka Bank PLC has reported a significant financial turnaround for the year ended 31 December 2025, with its consolidated net profit surging by 119%...

Dutch-Bangla Bank Delivers Record Tk965 Crore Profit in 2025, Declares 30% Dividend

Dutch-Bangla Bank PLC has reported a landmark financial performance for 2025, registering a record net profit of Tk965 crore, underscoring its strong operational resilience...

IPDC Finance Posts 25.39% Profit Growth to BDT 455 Million in 2025

IPDC Finance PLC, the country’s first private sector finance company, has reported a strong financial performance for 2025, posting a 25.39% year-on-year (YoY) increase...

ECNEC Approves 14 Projects Worth Tk 13,445 Crore to Boost Infrastructure and Public Services

The Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) has approved 14 development projects involving an estimated cost of Tk 13,445.41 crore, aimed at...

BRAC Bank Posts 57% Growth, Records Tk 2,251 Crore Profit in 2025

The Daily Corporate Desk Dhaka, Bangladesh: BRAC Bank PLC. has reported a record consolidated profit of Tk 2,250.94 crore in 2025, marking a 57% year-on-year...

ACC Seizes and Freezes Assets Worth Tk 30,351 Crore in 2025, Highest in Seven Years

The Daily Corporate Desk Dhaka, Bangladesh: The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has seized and frozen movable and immovable assets worth Tk 30,351 crore in 2025, marking...

NBR to Introduce Tk1,000 Minimum Tax, Expand Tax Net

The Daily Corporate Desk Dhaka — The National Board of Revenue (NBR) is planning a significant shift in the country’s tax framework ahead of the...

Eastern Bank Posts Tk 901 Crore Profit in 2025, Registers 20% Growth

Dhaka, Bangladesh: Eastern Bank PLC (EBL) reported a strong financial performance in 2025, posting a net profit of Tk 901 crore, marking a 20...

Government Considering Tax on Bank Transactions, Says NBR Chairman

Md Abdur Rahman Khan, Chairman of the National Board of Revenue (NBR), has stated that the government is considering imposing taxes on bank transactions,...

Bangladesh Bank Directs Banks, MFS Firms to Establish ‘Cashless Bangladesh Unit’

Dhaka, March 16, 2026:Bangladesh Bank has instructed banks and digital financial service providers to establish a ‘Cashless Bangladesh Unit’ at their respective head offices...

Bangladesh Offers Pangao Port Access to Bhutan to Strengthen Regional Trade Connectivity

Desk Reporter – Kazi Ganiur Rahman Dhaka: The Government of Bangladesh has proposed that Bhutan use the Pangao Inland Container Terminal as part of efforts...

Bangladesh Bank Governor Hints at Withdrawal of Nagad Administrator

Bangladesh Bank Governor Moshtaqur Rahman has indicated that the central bank-appointed administrator at Nagad may be withdrawn, with the Postal Department expected to continue...

Mostakur Rahman, Former BNP Election Committee Member, Becomes Bangladesh Bank Governor

The newly appointed Governor of Bangladesh Bank, Md. Mostakur Rahman, previously served as a member of the BNP’s Central Election Management Committee. His appointment...

Md Mostaqur Rahman Takes Charge as 14th Governor of Bangladesh Bank

Dhaka, 26 February 2026 – Md Mostaqur Rahman has officially assumed office as the 14th Governor of Bangladesh Bank, bringing over three decades of...

Bangladesh Bank Buys $5.38 Billion So Far in FY26

Bangladesh Bank has purchased $5.38 billion from the foreign exchange market so far in fiscal year 2025–26, underscoring its continued efforts to manage market...

Premier Bank Secures Tk 5,000cr Emergency Liquidity Support from Bangladesh Bank

Premier Bank has received Tk 5,000 crore in emergency liquidity assistance from Bangladesh Bank amid a recent outflow of deposits, according to central bank...

Bangladesh Bank Cuts SDF Rate to Boost Interbank Money Market Activity

Dhaka, February 10, 2026 — Bangladesh Bank has decided to reduce the lower limit of the policy interest rate corridor in an effort to...
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10 Most Profitable Business Ideas in Bangladesh for 2025

By: Nujhat Jahan Nehan Bangladesh’s economy continues to expand steadily every year, driven by technological innovation, rising income levels, and the growing entrepreneurial spirit among...

Best Small Business Ideas in Bangladesh With Low Investment

Bangladesh has become one of South Asia’s most promising markets for small entrepreneurs. With rising digital adoption, growing consumer demand, and the increasing availability...

Most Profitable Online Business Ideas in Bangladesh

The rise of Bangladesh’s digital economy has opened doors for thousands of people who want to earn online without depending on traditional jobs. With...

Profitable Low-Investment Business Ideas for Urban Areas in Bangladesh

As urban areas in Bangladesh continue to grow, the demand for small-scale, practical, and profitable businesses is on the rise. Young entrepreneurs and side...

Top Long-Term Investment Options in Bangladesh 2025

As Bangladesh’s economy continues to expand—with rising per-capita income, rapid urbanization, and strong domestic consumption—interest in long-term investment is at an all-time high. From...

Top Emerging Business Opportunities in Bangladesh 2025

Bangladesh’s business landscape is changing rapidly as technology adoption accelerates, infrastructure improves, and consumer demand evolves. The year 2025 is expected to bring new...

Top Emerging Business Idea in Village Area: New Opportunities for Rural Bangladesh

A new trend is quietly taking shape across rural Bangladesh. Young entrepreneurs are no longer satisfied with traditional farming alone—they are looking for a...

World’s Top 10 Wealthiest Women in 2025— Businesses, Net Worth and Global Influence

As global markets continue to evolve, women are taking on increasingly influential roles in business, technology, and inherited family enterprises. In 2025, the list...

How to Start an Export Business From Bangladesh (Step-by-Step Guide)

Bangladesh has become one of the fastest-growing export hubs in Asia, thanks to its strong manufacturing base, competitive labor cost, and globally trusted products...

Why 80% of Startups in Bangladesh Fail — And What We Can Learn from It

By Mahfuz Zaman Over the past decade, Bangladesh’s startup ecosystem has witnessed remarkable growth. From e-commerce and fintech to edtech and healthtech, young entrepreneurs are...
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