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Economy & Finance ★ Editor's Pick Jul 31, 2026

Bangladesh Bank Cuts Policy Rate to 9.5 Percent in First Reduction Since 2020

Bangladesh Bank has cut its policy (repo) rate from 10% to 9.5%, marking the first reduction in six years. The decision was taken at the 13th MPC meeting chaired by Governor Md Mostaqur Rahman, with the revised rate taking effect on Sunday.

Economy & Finance Jul 26, 2026

Southeast Bank Sponsor Rehana Kashem to Sell 10 Lakh Shares

Southeast Bank sponsor Rehana Kashem has announced plans to sell 10 lakh shares of the bank, according to a disclosure filed with the stock exchanges.

Economy & Finance Jul 26, 2026

Shimanto Bank Opens ATM Booth for 28 BGB Battalion in Sunamganj

Shimanto Bank has opened an ATM booth for the 28 BGB Battalion in Sunamganj, expanding banking access to border security forces in northeastern Bangladesh.

Economy & Finance Jul 26, 2026

Bangladesh Bank Allows Banks to Spend More on Business Centre Development

Bangladesh Bank has relaxed expenditure limits, allowing banks to spend more on developing business centres, in a move to modernize banking infrastructure.

Economy & Finance Jul 26, 2026

Bangladesh Bank Extends Deadline for Banks to Settle Disciplinary Cases

Bangladesh Bank has extended the deadline for banks to settle disciplinary cases against their staff, providing more time for resolution of pending proceedings.

Trade & Commerce Jul 26, 2026

Prime Bank Partners with Nissan to Offer Vehicle Purchase Discounts to Clients

Prime Bank has signed a partnership with Nissan to offer discounts on vehicle purchases for its clients, marking a new collaboration between banking and automotive sectors in Bangladesh.

Economy & Finance Jul 26, 2026

Bangladesh Bank Warns Rising Defaulted Loans Creating Capital Deficits at Many Banks

Bangladesh Bank has warned that rising defaulted loans have created capital and provision deficits at many banks, increasing instability in the financial sector. The central bank also identified fuel supply uncertainty and sluggish investment as key domestic challenges.

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