Bangladesh Sets Exchange Rates for Key Currencies
Bangladesh’s economy remains closely intertwined with international markets, with expatriate workers and foreign investments playing a pivotal role in maintaining …
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Standard Bank Launches Month-Long Smart Banking Campaign
Standard Bank PLC, a leading Shari’ah-based financial institution in Bangladesh, has officially inaugurated a month-long strategic initiative titled the ‘Smart …
Bank Hours Adjusted for Ramadan Month
In preparation for the holy month of Ramadan, Bangladesh Bank has announced revised office and transaction timings for all commercial …
Japanese Fintech Giant PayPay Files For Nasdaq Listing
In a definitive move that signals the global ambitions of Japan’s digital economy, PayPay Corporation, the nation’s dominant mobile payment …
Alipay’s AI Pay Surpasses 120 Million Transactions
The digital payment landscape in China has reached a significant milestone as Alipay’s agentic-powered AI Pay solution recorded over 120 …
China’s January Loan Growth Shows Mixed Signals
China’s banking sector saw a notable increase in new loans in January 2026, yet the growth fell short of analysts’ …
Pre-Poll Remittances Surge Sharply
Remittance inflows to Bangladesh have accelerated markedly in the run-up to the national election, providing timely relief to foreign-exchange liquidity …
Five-Year Bond Yield Holds Steady Amid Dollar Purchases
The yield on five-year Bangladesh Government Treasury Bonds (BGTBs) remained broadly steady on Tuesday, reflecting cautious market sentiment as the …
Al-Arafah Islami Bank Holds 452nd Board Meeting
The 452nd Board of Directors meeting of Al-Arafah Islami Bank PLC was convened on Tuesday at the Bank’s headquarters, as …
BRAC Bank Unveils Upgraded Motijheel Branch
BRAC Bank has officially inaugurated its relocated Motijheel Branch in a significantly expanded and modernised facility, reinforcing its commitment to …