Economy

DSE warns investors of scamming through WhatsApp

The Dhaka Stock Exchange has warned investors about fraudulent activities being carried out through several fake WhatsApp groups using the DSE’s name, logo and address. In a media release on

Rice imports see near 2,600pc hike in FY25: Bangladesh Bank

The import of rice witnessed a staggering 2,584 per cent hike, reaching $682.4 million, in the past financial year 2024-25, according to Bangladesh Bank data. The amount of imports was

BB rates City Bank as No 1 in its sustainability rating 2024

City Bank has secured the top position in the Sustainability Rating 2024 conducted by Bangladesh Bank. This marks the 5th consecutive year that City Bank has been recognised as one

BFIU chief sent on forced leave amid controversies

Bangladesh Bank has sent Bangladesh Financial Intelligence Unit chief AFM Shahinul Islam on mandatory leave following a series of controversies. BB officials said that Shahinul would remain on leave until

202 mts of onion arrive in Bangladesh from India through Bhomra

Another consignment of 202 metric tonnes of onions has arrived in Bangladesh from India through the Bhomra land port in Satkhira. Import of onions from India resumed through the land

Prices of essentials remain high, wholesale onion prices drop

The prices of almost all essentials, including onions, eggs, broiler chickens, and vegetables, remained high on Friday in the capital’s kitchen markets. After visiting some retail and wholesale markets, including

EDCL cuts 50% price of 33 essential medicines

Essential Drugs Company Limited (EDCL) produces around 140 types of medicines, of which the company has reduced the prices of 33 essential medicines it manufactures, with the maximum reduction being

City Bank launches City Impex for seamless trade services

City Bank authorities had recently launched City Impex, the new online platform, to make the seamless trade service, said a press release on Tuesday. The clients can do all types