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164 news articles tagged with "Banking Reform"

Economy & Finance ★ Editor's Pick Sep 20, 2026

How Does Fed Rate Hike Threaten Bangladesh's Domestic Firms?

The Fed rate hike threatens Bangladeshi firms with floating-rate dollar debt through higher interest costs and taka depreciation, though export-oriented companies have a natural hedge through dollar revenue.

Economy & Finance ★ Editor's Pick Sep 20, 2026

Bangladesh Hikes Fuel Prices By Tk 20 Per Litre: Diesel To Tk 135, Octane To Tk 165

Bangladesh has hiked fuel prices by Tk 20 per litre across all four petroleum products, with diesel rising to Tk 135 and octane to Tk 165, as BPC losses reached Tk 22,876 crore amid Middle East war.

Diplomacy & Trade Missions ★ Editor's Pick Sep 20, 2026

Shared Initiative On SDGs And Bangladesh At UNGA: Leadership From Difficulty

Bangladesh PM admits the country is lagging on SDGs at UNGA, with Bangladesh ranking 110th globally and needing $421 billion in additional financing. Columnist argues this vulnerability can be a leadership asset.

Tech & Innovation ★ Editor's Pick Sep 19, 2026

Bangladesh Govt To Issue Digital Bank Licences Soon: Finance Minister

Bangladesh's government is considering issuing digital bank licences soon, as Finance Minister Amir Khosru says digital banking is key to financial inclusion for underserved groups.

Economy & Finance ★ Editor's Pick Sep 19, 2026

Non-Performing Loans Below 5% In 13 Bangladesh Banks: Ranking Reveals Governance Gap

13 Bangladeshi private banks maintain NPL ratios below 5% despite the national average of 32.78%, with Community Bank, BRAC Bank and Pubali Bank leading through disciplined lending governance.

Trade & Commerce ★ Editor's Pick Sep 18, 2026

Bangladesh's Untapped Halal Economy: $125 Billion Potential, $1 Billion Exports

Bangladesh has $125 billion domestic halal market potential but less than $1 billion in halal exports. The gap reflects missing certification infrastructure, not lack of production capacity.

Economy & Finance ★ Editor's Pick Sep 18, 2026

Bangladesh Pauses Borrowing From Japan As JICA Interest Rate Hiked To 3.05%

Bangladesh has paused borrowing from Japan as JICA interest rates on development finance have been hiked to 3.05%, with Dhaka's request for lower rates going unheeded.

Diplomacy & Trade Missions ★ Editor's Pick Sep 17, 2026

WTO Chief Backs Reasonable Transition Time For Bangladesh LDC Graduation

WTO chief Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has backed a reasonable transition period for Bangladesh's LDC graduation, saying graduating countries should not face abrupt withdrawal of support.

Trade & Commerce ★ Editor's Pick Sep 17, 2026

Bangladesh Retailers Lose Up To 30% Sales After Early Closure Order

Bangladesh's retailers have lost up to 30% of sales after shops were ordered to close by 8pm to save electricity, with fashion, footwear and retail sectors reporting significant revenue declines.

Policy & Regulation ★ Editor's Pick Sep 17, 2026

Bangladesh NBR Cuts Solar Equipment Import Tax From 17% To 1%

Bangladesh's NBR has cut solar equipment import tax from 17% to 1% for 180 days, covering panels, lithium batteries, inverters and mounting structures to accelerate renewable energy expansion.

Tech & Innovation ★ Editor's Pick Sep 17, 2026

Huawei Says AI Chip Demand Outstrips Supply As China Pushes Self-Sufficiency

Huawei says it cannot produce enough AI chips to meet Chinese demand, limiting overseas expansion. The company claims Ascend market share exceeds Nvidia's in China amid US export controls.

Economy & Finance ★ Editor's Pick Sep 17, 2026

Fed Raises Rates To Tackle 'Too High' Inflation, Defying Trump's Cut Demands

The US Federal Reserve has raised interest rates by 25bps to 3.75-4.00%, with Chairman Warsh stressing inflation is 'too high and has been for too long', defying President Trump's demands for cuts.

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