The 12-Day War That Changed Everything (and Nothing)
On June 23rd, the world woke to an unexpected tweet. Donald Trump, the self-styled dealmaker-in-chief, had declared the end of a war most didn't even realise had truly begun. After…
Rebuilding Trust in Insurance: The Path Forward for Policyholders and Regulators
The insurance industry serves as a crucial safety net and financial safeguard, yet it remains significantly underutilised in Bangladesh. According to the latest annual report published by the Insurance Development…
Mastercard and ICMAB jointly host the ‘Cashless Bangladesh Summit 2025’ in Dhaka
The Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Bangladesh (ICMAB) and Mastercard jointly hosted the ‘Cashless Bangladesh Summit 2025’ under the theme ‘The Intersection of Finance and Technology’. Organized on…
More Than $1.3 Billion: The Real Stakes Behind Bangladesh’s IMF Stalemate
As we know, the talks between the IMF and Bangladesh reached a staff-level agreement in principle, but the talks have recently stalled, delaying the 4th and 5th tranches of the…
After Basel: What Happens When Banking Rules Stop Aligning?
Global banking regulation once aimed for unity. After the 2008 crisis, countries rallied around common principles to reduce systemic risk and improve oversight. Basel III was designed to fix capital…
Private Credit Expansion: Exploring New Asset Classes and Partnerships
Private credit is becoming a major force in global finance, transforming how businesses raise money and creating new investor opportunities. Traditionally, banks were the primary source of loans, but in…
Stand Out in a Sea of Ads: The Rise of Cash-Back Offers and Item-Level Promotions
Advertising has become so mainstream and widespread in modern society and business that it has become an uphill battle for brands to stand out from the dime-a-dozen advertising blades that…
Convenience, Customisation, and Values: A New Era of Finance
From 1981 to 1996, millennials and Gen Z—born From 1997 to 2012—represented a sizable fraction of Bangladesh's population. Their digital-native upbringing, entrepreneurial energy, and quest for financial independence define these…
HOW BANGLADESH IS LEADING THE CHARGE IN SUSTAINABLE FINANCE FOR A GREENER FUTURE
Following the global financial crisis of 2009, there was a rising realisation that the financial sector needed to remain grounded and go beyond short-termism. It must be stable, resilient, and…
Fighting for Accessibility in the Financial Sector in Bangladesh
In Bangladesh, about 50% of the population is still deprived of financial inclusion. Persons with disabilities, however, are deprived even more. Vashkar Bhattacharjee just wanted to apply for a credit…
Time for a Leap: Economy and Accounting in the Extra Day
We all savour the unexpected bonuses that life throws our way. Whether indulging in an extra piece of chocolate or receiving an unexpected bonus on our salary, these little extras…
Nomination Submission Now Open for the second edition of Bangladesh Fintech Award
The 2nd edition of the prestigious Bangladesh Fintech Award 2023 launches its call for nominations. Bangladesh Fintech Forum initiated the accolade to celebrate empowering financial technologies that have responded through…
Why Do Migrant Workers Use Hundi? Implications on Bangladesh’s Economy
Migrant workers in Bangladesh are a significant source of foreign currency for the country, with remittances accounting for around 8% of the country's total GDP on average per annum over…
Smart Investment Tip- Become a Pro Investor using Stock Market Simulators!
As aspiring investors, to call ourselves owners of even a fraction of giants like Apple, Nike or Gucci surely would be considered one of our wildest dreams. While it might…
A Race to Relevancy or Efficiency? – The World Bank and Its Transitions
“Powerful states seek to construct international political economies that suit their interests and ideologies.” To explain the statement further, it means hegemons create such a set of rules and organisations…