BB to cut EDF size to $2b by Dec to meet IMF conditions
Under the $4.7 billion IMF loan deal, the central bank has committed to keeping the EDF capped at…
How diversification could redefine ‘Made in Bangladesh’
In the bustling factories of Dhaka and Gazipur, millions of workers stitch together the fabric of Bangladesh’s economic…
Inflation eases to 8.17% in October as food prices cool slightly
However, non-food inflation edged up to 9.13%, compared to 8.98% in the previous month TBS Report 05 November,…
Private sector credit growth drops to four-year low at 6.29% in September
Economists attribute this decline mainly to stagnation in new business activities and a drop in private investment TBS…
Exports fall 7.43% in October, continuing two‑month decline
In continuation of the previous two months’ decline, Bangladesh’s merchandise exports fell by 7.43% in October. In October…
How superstition and stigma punish the tiger widows of the Sundarbans
In Sundarbans, widows of men killed by tiger attacks endure deep social stigma and exclusion. Known locally as…
Light of Hope kicks off second SME and startup accelerator programme
Light of Hope Ventures has officially launched the second cohort of its SME and startup acceleration programme, bringing…
Ctg traders issue 7-day ultimatum to revoke 41% tariff hike, threaten to shutdown port
He stressed that the tariff hike would not only hurt Chattogram-based businesses but would negatively impact all traders…