Bangladesh’s Export Volatility and RMG Dependence in a Slowing World Economy “The RMG sector made Bangladesh a global player but over-reliance now risks making it a hostage to global shocks.”

1) Why these matters Bangladesh earns more than four-fifths of its export income from one engine, the ready-made garment (RMG) sector, so any global or local shock shows up quickly…

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As Global Gold Prices Soar, What It Means for Bangladesh: Record-breaking demand, geopolitical hedging, and a global supply chain that bypasses South Asia’s informal markets

Gold has never been more expensive, more sought after, or more consequential for global finance. In January 2026, prices breached $5,500 per ounce for the first time in history—an astonishing…

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How Smarter Cooling and Better Urban Design Can Protect Billions From Extreme Heat

Remember when we used to draw urban scenery with skyscrapers and landmarks? A city bustling with people, cars, and buses with a few touches of greenery here and there? The…

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Designing Affordable Premium: How Brands Win Through Small Luxuries: The strategic intersection of aspiration and accessibility reshaping consumer markets from New York to Dhaka

The Rise of Treatonomics In an era defined by economic uncertainty, a counterintuitive consumer behavior has emerged as one of the most powerful forces reshaping global retail. While high-end luxury…

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Digital Maturity in Bangladesh: Beyond Apps and Automation: A nation of 238 million mobile money accounts confronts the widening gap between digital adoption and economic transformation

The nation that once seemed poised to become South Asia's digital success story now confronts a far more complex reality. Bangladesh possesses 238 million mobile money accounts and 130 million…

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Three of the World’s Leading Brands in Chattogram: Premium Store of Adidas, Levi’s & Nike Opens at Ispahani Centre

DBL Lifestyles Limited, the retail powerhouse of DBL Group, has officially transformed the port city’s fashion landscape with the grand opening of a premium multi-brand store at Ispahani Centre, Lalkhan…

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BRAC Bank promotes Md. Shaheen Iqbal and Ahmed Rashid Joy to Additional Managing Directors

The Board of Directors of BRAC Bank has promoted Md. Shaheen Iqbal, CFA and Ahmed Rashid Joy to Additional Managing Directors (AMDs) effective from March 1, 2026. Md. Shaheen Iqbal…

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Electro Mart honored with Asia Pacific Entrepreneur Awards 2026

Electro Mart, manufacturer of Konka, Gree and Haiko brand electronics and home appliances in Bangladesh, awarded Asia Pacific Entrepreneur Award 2026 in the category of sustainability and ESG excellence (environment,…

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Grameenphone and Mastercard Partner to Unlock New Possibilities in Digital Lifestyle

Grameenphone, the country’s leading telecommunications service provider, has entered into a strategic partnership with Mastercard, a global leader in digital payments and financial technology, to explore innovative opportunities that enhance…

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