Economy

Economy

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Bangladesh’s PMI rises to 54.6 in April on stronger agriculture, manufacturing

The increase indicates a faster pace of expansion compared to the previous month.

An ADB report finds that the region accounts for a third of global value chain trade, with its developing economies. Photo: TBS

Global value chains drive growth, but inclusion gaps persist: ADB report

Dhaka Bank. Photo: Collected

Dhaka Bank declares 10% cash dividend as profit jumps 119%

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$1.6b tough-term loans get govt nod

Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury. Sketch: TBS

Khosru reaffirms to turn Bangladesh into a trillion-dollar economy by 2034

German Ambassador Dr Rüdiger Lotz. Photo: Collected

German embassy holds economic reception to explore investment potential in Bangladesh

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Oil crisis: Lessons from global crises and Bangladesh’s blueprint for energy security

Pound banknotes are seen in this illustration taken on 4 May 2025. REUTERS

Pound ticks up after data shows UK economy surged before Iran war

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Why is Bangladesh facing rising debt pressure

Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury. Photo: UNB

Khosru blames past mismanagement for economic fragility, outlines key indicators in parliament

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Over-reliance on Middle East fuel poses risk to economic growth: Finance minister

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ADP implementation rate rises slightly, but actual spending shrinks

China Beijing. Photo: BSS

How much does China invest in Bangladesh?