Economy & Industry
Bangladesh Sees Drop in Young Workforce in Q1’24
Official data reveals a concerning trend in Bangladesh’s labor market, with a notable decline in the young workforce during the first quarter of...
markediumMay 8, 2024
BB May Drop SMART Formula Due to Higher Interest Rates
The Bangladesh Bank (BB) is contemplating a major overhaul of its interest rate determination mechanism, considering abandoning the SMART formula currently in use....
markediumMay 8, 2024
Exports Hit Lowest Point in Six Months
In a setback to Bangladesh’s economic resurgence, the nation’s exports experienced a downturn in April, marking the first decline in four months. The...
markediumMay 8, 2024
Remittance Surges 21% in April Ahead of Eid
In a significant development for Bangladesh’s economy, remittance inflows surged by a remarkable 21.31% in April, totaling $2.04 billion. This substantial increase has...
markediumMay 8, 2024
Local Mobile Production Surges in February
The surge in production reflects the growing capacity and competitiveness of Bangladesh’s mobile phone manufacturing industry. Notably, the increase comes after a period...
markediumMay 8, 2024
Capital Market to Introduce Derivative Products by 2025
The Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) has unveiled plans to launch derivative products in the stock market by 2025, according to Commissioner...
markediumMay 8, 2024
Would Implementing Additional Taxes on High Sugar Products Benefit Bangladesh?
In Bangladesh, the momentum in revenue collection has been persistently sluggish due to widespread tax evasion among corporations and industries. Despite efforts, the...
markediumMay 4, 2024
BTRC to Develop Guidelines for Satellite Internet
For expanding internet access across Bangladesh, the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) has initiated the formation of a committee aimed at crafting guidelines...
Tech DeskMay 1, 2024
IMF Suggests 15% VAT on Businesses Over Tk 3cr Turnover
The IMF’s proposal, unveiled during a recent meeting with National Board of Revenue (NBR) officials, advocates for the withdrawal of VAT exemptions and...
markediumMay 1, 2024
Bangladesh Ranks 112th in Mobile Internet Speed
Bangladesh has witnessed a setback in its global ranking for mobile internet speed performance, according to the latest findings from Ookla’s Speedtest Global...
markediumApril 29, 2024
