2:08 am, Wednesday, 22 April 2026
Economy

World Bank backs Bangladesh’s reforms

The World Bank vice-president for South Asia, Martin Raiser on Thursday concluded his visit to Bangladesh, affirming the bank’s commitment

Hoe Yun Jeong named ADB country director for Bangladesh

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has appointed Hoe Yun Jeong as its new Country Director for Bangladesh. In this role,

LC openings plunge in July-August amid unrest

The opening of letters of credit (LCs) for imports fell sharply in the first two months of the financial year

Bangladesh reserves drop below $20b

Bangladesh’s foreign exchange reserves have fallen below $20 billion, specifically dropping to $19.44 billion as of Thursday. Sources from the

ICAB awards 22 entities for reporting excellence

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh on Tuesday honored 22 entities, both listed and non-listed, across 13 sectors. These

Bangladesh sets export target at $57.50b for FY25

The government has set an export earnings target of $57.50 billion for the financial year 2024-25, aiming for a 12.59

Bangladesh sees remittance surge in August

Remittance inflows to Bangladesh saw an increase in August compared to the previous month, with expatriates sending more money through

Banks asked to provide salary loans to exporters

Bangladesh Bank has instructed commercial banks to provide loan facilities to export-oriented industries to cover salaries and allowances for August.

Bangladesh Bank dissolves EXIM Bank board

Bangladesh Bank on Thursday dissolved the board of the troubled Export Import Bank of Bangladesh (EXIM Bank) and appointed a

Bangladesh to create data-driven strategy for LDC graduation: experts

Experts on Thursday highlighted the need for Bangladesh to develop a national strategy based on accurate data and benefit calculations