Economics
Bangladesh Bank transfers three officials outside Dhaka
Bangladesh Bank has transferred those three officials who held a press conference where they described central bank Governor Dr Ahsan H Mansur as "autocratic."
3 BB officials served show-cause notices over press conference
Three officials of Bangladesh Bank have been served show-cause notices for holding a press conference where they described central bank Governor Dr Ahsan H Mansur as "autocratic."
Bangladesh Bank warns against sharing misleading videos or images using 'sample notes'
Bangladesh Bank has issued a special warning against spreading misleading videos and images using 'sample notes' on social media. The central bank said that these activities are increasing the circulation of fake notes and putting the overall monetary system at risk.
NBR extends deadline for January 2026 Online VAT returns
The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has extended the deadline for submitting online VAT returns for the January 2026 tax period to February 22, 2026.
Microfinance Bank: Elegance should never override functionality
Is microfinance going to face significant constraints? This has become the primary topic dominating discussions across the global and regional microfinance sectors!
Banks remain open today to ease election transactions
Bangladesh Bank has instructed all scheduled banks to operate on Saturday (December 27) to support election-related activities ahead of the upcoming 13th National Parliamentary Election.
Cost audit being mandatory for state-owned companies
The government has taken steps to make cost audits mandatory for state-owned companies to enhance financial transparency and operational efficiency, citing long-standing inaction on cost audits has been a major reason for continued losses in many public enterprises.
How Bangladesh can learn from U.S. GENIUS Act
Remittances are a vital pillar of Bangladesh’s economy. In 2024-25 alone, the country received over USD30.00 billion from its diaspora, supporting millions of families and fueling domestic consumption. For many households, these funds are not just supplemental income—they cover essential expenses such as food, education, healthcare, and housing. Despite their importance, sending money home remains expensive, often costing between 5% and 7% per transaction, significantly above the global average. Slow transfers, high fees, and reliance on traditional banking corridors continue to limit the effectiveness of remittances, reducing their potential impact on the broader economy. Reducing costs while increasing remittance volume is no longer optional; it is a strategic necessity.
We have fallen into a debt trap: NBR chairman
“We have already fallen into a debt trap, and unless we accept this truth, it will not be possible to move forward,” said Md Abdur Rahman Khan, chairman of the National Board of Revenue.
Inflation rises to 8.29% in Nov
The country’s overall inflation saw a slight increase in November, reaching 8.29%, according to the latest data released by the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS).