Economy

8 Digital Banks Await Bangladesh Bank’s Final Approval

The Daily Corporate DeskDhaka, 31 August 2026: Bangladesh is moving closer to launching its next generation of banking services, with eight digital bank applicants...

Mutual Trust Bank to Raise Tk 500 Crore Through 7 Year Bonds

The Daily Corporate Desk Dhaka, 29 August 2026: Mutual Trust Bank (MTB) has decided to raise Tk 500 crore in capital by issuing either Islamic...

Bangladesh Risks Losing 600,000 Jobs as Poverty Could Rise: World Bank

Bangladesh could face significant economic and social pressure if the ongoing conflict in the Middle East continues to disrupt global energy and commodity markets,...

Indian Business Delegation Arrives in Dhaka to Explore Investment Opportunities

The Daily Corporate DeskDhaka, 18 August 2026: A high-level business delegation representing 14 major Indian industrial groups has arrived in Dhaka on a two-day...

Japanese Firm Proposes $3.44 Billion PPP Bridge Projects to Transform Southern Bangladesh

DHAKA, July 30, 2026 — Japanese construction company Miyagawa Kensetsu Construction Ltd. has expressed interest in developing two major bridge projects in southern Bangladesh...

Grameen Bank Launches GPay, Marks First Step Toward Cashless Microfinance

The Daily Corporate Desk Dhaka, 27 July 2026: Grameen Bank has officially entered the cashless banking era with the launch of GPay, a new digital...

Southeast Bank’s Net Profit Rises 64% to Tk218.77 Crore in H1 2026

The Daily Corporate Desk Dhaka, July 21, 2026: Southeast Bank PLC reported a 64% year-on-year increase in consolidated net profit during the first half of...

BEZA Signs $13.7 Million Land Lease Deal with Jenson & Nicholson Packaging

The Daily Corporate Desk Dhaka, July 15, 2026: The Bangladesh Economic Zones Authority (BEZA) has signed a land lease agreement with Jenson & Nicholson Packaging...

Banks Propose New Charges on 14 Customer Services, Including Cash Withdrawals

The Daily Corporate Desk Dhaka, July 15, 2026: Commercial banks in Bangladesh have proposed introducing new fees on 14 customer services, including charges for cash...

Over Tk560 Crore Allegedly Misappropriated from 45,000 Investors by Seven Brokerage Houses: Report

The Daily Corporate Desk Dhaka, July 8, 2026: More than 45,000 investors in Bangladesh's capital market have allegedly lost over Tk560 crore after seven brokerage...

11 Chinese Companies Propose $9.21 Billion Investment in Bangladesh Following Beijing Meeting

Dhaka, June 30, 2026: Bangladesh has received investment proposals worth $9.21 billion from 11 leading Chinese companies and state-owned enterprises following a high-level meeting...

World Bank Approves $1.1 Billion Package to Strengthen Bangladesh’s Food and Energy Security

Dhaka, June 27: The World Bank has approved a $1.1 billion financing package aimed at helping Bangladesh address rising pressures on food security, fertiliser...

Bangladesh Could Reach China by Road Freight Within 24 Hours Through Myanmar Corridor: Commerce Minister

Sylhet, June 28: Commerce, Industries, Textiles and Jute Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir has said that Bangladesh could significantly reduce cargo transportation time to China...

The China-Bangladesh-Myanmar Corridor: Opportunity or Risk?

By Faiza Hassan Regional trade dynamics in South and Southeast Asia could be entering a new phase following the meeting between Bangladesh's Prime Minister Tarique...

Bangladesh Bank Takes Control of Islami Bank After Board Dissolution

Dhaka, June 14, 2026: Bangladesh Bank has dissolved the entire board of directors of Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC, citing the need to protect depositors'...

Government Allocates Tk 200 Crore to Accelerate Blue Economy Development

The Daily Corporate DeskDhaka, June 2026: The government has proposed a dedicated allocation of Tk 200 crore in the national budget to advance Bangladesh’s...

Islami Bank Chairman Resigns Amid Mounting Pressure and Governance Disputes

Dhaka, May 24, 2026 — The Daily Corporate Desk Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC Chairman Professor Dr. M Zubaidur Rahman has resigned from his position amid...

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,...
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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...

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...

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 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 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...

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...

Top E-Commerce Business Concepts Gaining Traction in Bangladesh

The e-commerce industry in Bangladesh has expanded rapidly over the past few years, driven by rising internet use, mobile-friendly shopping habits, digital payments, and...
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