Monday, 23 Dec, 2024

Business

Bangladesh's 4th Economic Census begins tomorrow

The Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS) is launching the country’s fourth Economic Census from December 10 to 26, aiming to provide an updated understanding of the structural changes in the economy.  The census will utilize digital tools, marking the first fully paperless

Forgery in Transcom documents

A legal dispute has emerged involving allegations that forged non-judicial stamps were used to prepare documents for the transfer of a majority of shares in Transcom Limited, which were subsequently submitted to the Registrar of Joint Stock Companies and Firms (RJSC). Reports submitted by

Take Trip celebrates first anniversary

Take Trip Limited marked its first anniversary on Thursday (December 5). In its short journey, the company has emerged as a significant online travel agency (OTA) in Bangladesh, serving over 4,500 B2B clients. Take Trip Limited remains committed to delivering top-notch service to

Bitcoin crosses $100k - and 7 other wild moments in its history

The price of Bitcoin has for the first time broken past the $100,000 mark, hitting a new record high. The value of the world's biggest cryptocurrency has been boosted by hopes US President-elect Donald Trump will adopt crypto-friendly policies. The milestone was reached hours

Bashundhara Toiletries supports ‘sales carnival’ at DU

Bashundhara Toiletries has supported a ‘sales carnival’ programme of marketing department at Dhaka University to share practical knowledge among the students. DU treasurer Jahangir Alam Chowdhury inaugurated the two-day carnival on Wednesday marking the golden jubilee

Indian rupee drops to all-time low

The rupee depreciated 13 paise to close at an all-time low of 84.73 (provisional) against the US dollar on Monday, on disappointing macroeconomic data and broad strength of the American currency in the overseas markets.  Forex traders said Asian currencies were down after Trump

Business Community Fears Repeat of One-Eleven

The nation’s business sector is grappling with mounting challenges, characterized by widespread anxiety, fear, and uncertainty. Foreign stakeholders remain wary of the country’s safety, spurred by travel advisories tied to a deteriorating law-and-order situation.

Chevron plans to invest in new gas exploration in Bangladesh

Energy giant Chevron has planned to invest in new gas exploration activities in Bangladesh in an effort to boost the country's energy security, senior officials of the US-based company said on Tuesday. Chevron officials said they were happy that the Interim Government has started

Gold prices drop by Tk1,481 per bhori

Jewellers have reduced gold prices by Tk1,481, bringing the cost of one bhori (11.664 grams) to Tk1,37,227 in the local market. This drop comes following a decrease in tariffs on pure gold. The Bangladesh Jeweller’s Association (BAJUS) Standing Committee on Pricing and Price

Bashundhara Group's role in the revenue growth of Mongla Port

Toggi Shipping and Logistics Limited (TSLL), a business wing of Bashundhara Group, has been awarded as the highest revenue contributor to Mongla Port, one of Bangladesh’s major seaports. In the fiscal year 2023-2024, TSLL managed approximately 50 mother vessels at Mongla Port,

Trump warns BRICS countries if they try to replace dollar

President-elect Trump on Saturday threatened "100% tariffs" on the bloc of countries known as BRICS – Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran and the United Arab Emirates – if they try to replace or move away from the U.S. dollar.

WTO chief Okonjo-Iweala reinstated for second term

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the first woman and first African to run the World Trade Organization, has been reappointed for a second term, the global trade body said Friday. "WTO members today agreed to give incumbent Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala a second term as director-general of the

Gold price slashed again

The Bangladesh Jewellers Association (BAJUS) has decided to reduce gold prices again in the local market, just 24 hours after the last adjustment.  The price of 22-carat gold has been reduced by Tk2,822 per bhori (11.664 grams), setting the new price at Tk137,554. BAJUS

Total Energies pauses investments into Adani Group on bribery charges

French oil major TotalEnergies has halted investments in the Adani Group after the Indian ports-to-power conglomerate was engulfed in a crisis over an alleged multimillion-dollar bribery scheme. The move, announced Monday, is the first major fallout from United States

Gold price drops after three consecutive hikes

The price of gold has been reduced in the local market following three consecutive hikes.  The price of the 22-carat gold, has been decreased by Tk 1,890 per bhori (11.664 grams), to Tk 1,40,376. Bangladesh Jewellers Association (BAJUS) announced the reduction through a press

Islami Bank MD still retains his position 

Although Sheikh Hasina’s government was overthrown following a student-led and public uprising, and Islami Bank has since been liberated from external influence, its leadership remains unchanged.  Muhammad Monirul Moula continues to serve as the bank's Managing Director

Gold prices increased

Jewellers in Bangladesh have raised gold prices citing a price hike in the international market. They have increased the price of gold by Tk2,823 to Tk1,42,266 per bhori within a day of hiking the price of pure gold in the local market. The Standing Committee on Pricing and

Adviser for giving efforts to cut essentials' prices ahead of Ramadan

Commerce Adviser Sheikh Bashir Uddin assured that the interim government will make efforts to make essential commodities more affordable ahead of the upcoming Ramadan.  He made the remarks on Saturday (Nov 23) while attending a program organized to provide education allowances to

IMF approves third review of Sri Lanka’s $2.9bn bailout, but warns of risks

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved the third review of Sri Lanka’s $2.9bn bailout but warned that the South Asian island nation’s economy remains vulnerable. The global lender said on Saturday that it would release about $333m, bringing total funding to

Adani shares sink again in India after founder's US charges

Shares in billionaire Gautam Adani's conglomerate sunk again Friday after US charges alleging the tycoon paid more than $250 million in bribes to secure lucrative government contracts rattled investor confidence. Wednesday's bombshell indictment in New York accused Adani and