Economy & Industry
Bangladesh Turns to Coal as Strait of Hormuz Crisis Threatens LNG Supply
Bangladesh is moving to increase electricity output from coal-fired power plants after disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz raised serious concerns over the...
markediumMarch 4, 2026
Market Shift: Banking Regulations and Political Changeover Reshape Bangladesh’s LPG Sector
The liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) market in Bangladesh is undergoing a significant transformation as stricter banking regulations, introduced following the 2024 political changeover,...
markediumMarch 4, 2026
Sustained Export Slump: Bangladesh Shipments Decline for Seventh Month Amid Garment Crisis
Bangladesh’s export sector is navigating a prolonged downturn, with merchandise earnings falling for the seventh consecutive month in February 2026. Data from the...
markediumMarch 4, 2026
Bangladesh Banking Sector Sees Temporary Dip in NPLs Amid Massive Debt Rescheduling
Non-performing loans (NPLs) in Bangladesh’s banking sector experienced a substantial reduction of Tk87,298 crore during the final quarter of 2025, a shift primarily...
markediumMarch 3, 2026
Iran-Israel War Alters Key Global Shipping Routes and Trade Flows
The joint military operations conducted by the United States and Israel against Iran, coupled with subsequent retaliations, have caused a major upheaval in...
markediumMarch 3, 2026
Revoo Partners with Best Electronics to Deliver E-Bikes Nationwide Across Selected Showrooms
Electric motorcycle brand Revoo Bangladesh’s e-bikes are now available at selected showrooms of Best Electronics Limited across the country, expanding access to electric...
markediumMarch 3, 2026
Beyond Trump’s Ban: How Anthropic’s Claude Struck Iran
In what security analysts are calling a watershed moment for modern warfare, Anthropic’s artificial intelligence platform Claude was reportedly used by the United...
markediumMarch 2, 2026
Why the Strait of Hormuz Is the World’s Most Critical Energy Corridor
Bangladesh relies on the Strait of Hormuz for 90% of energy imports, leaving its economy exposed to oil shocks, supply disruption, and rising...
markediumMarch 1, 2026
Grameenphone & Proton Bring Bangladesh’s Most Affordable 4G Cloud Phone
Grameenphone, the country’s leading telecommunications service provider, in partnership with Proton, has officially launched the GP co-branded Proton Jet 4G Cloud Phone, aiming...
markediumFebruary 26, 2026
BRAC Bank launches Visa Cashback Credit Card
BRAC Bank has launched the Visa Cashback Credit Card, introducing a rewarding proposition that delivers tangible savings, lifestyle value, and financial flexibility for...
markediumFebruary 22, 2026
