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Where is the economy heading?
This is exactly the question I came across from the investment community in the US, India, and Singapore in the last one month or so. They asked where the exchange rate may settle down and the local currency borrowing rate may go. If they invest in Bangladesh, will they be able to take back their return on investments timely and easily?
A tribute to Mirza Azizul Islam
Mirza Aziz, a strong figure in Bangladesh’s bureaucracy, has made significant contributions to the nation’s economic development
Manage five basics of personal finance to grow your savings
When inflation is nearly 10 percent but the increase of income is lower than the rate, how a person then will manage his personal finance to save for the future?
MFS faces growing risk of fraud
The mobile financial service (MFS) has enhanced our access to goods and services, diversified payment methods, and expanded commercial opportunities, but the sector still faces challenges.
Understanding Carbon Neutrality & Debt
Comparing our current days with five years back from now we can easily comprehend the fact that temperature is rising and as a result we feel scorching heat every year.
Unprecedented role of artificial intelligence
In the rapidly changing landscape of the financial industry, where accuracy and anticipation are dominant, artificial intelligence (AI) can play a crucial role in the risk management process across institutions.
Ensuring level-playing field for growth of mutual funds
The unequal taxation policy surrounding mutual funds in the capital market of Bangladesh raises concerns regarding the fairness for mutual fund investors. Specifically, the issue lies in the taxation of cash dividends from open-end funds, creating an imbalance between individual’s listed securities investments and mutual fund investments.
Addressing supply chain gaps in Bangladesh
In recent times, the escalation of prices in essential commodities has presented a formidable challenge for individuals with lower incomes in Bangladesh.
The transformative power of microcredit
It is essential that microcredit initiatives are well-designed, properly regulated, and tailored to the specific needs
RMG sector faces transformational challenges
In FY23, RMG contributed 10.35 % to the country's GDP, driving economic growth
Embracing ownership in workplace
ownership is a fundamental principle shaping careers and organisational success
The significance of two-way communication
most important objective of communication is exchanging ideas, views, and information in a two-way transactional process
It’s easy if you try
taxable income calculation for private service holders is easier this year compared to last year
Reforms: Why, where and when?
Our existing regulatory framework is barely functional at best, and this is constantly voiced by countless frustrated local and foreign companies
Talent export: A lousy deal!
Brain drains occur only when a country fails to offer living conditions that are not at par with others
Minimum wage – the way forward
For the last few days, the minimum wage for garment workers has been one of the hot topics in the country. Aggrieved RMG workers rejected the minimum wage proposed by the authorities as there was a substantial gap between their expectations and the proposed wage.
Why CXOs should have media knowledge
Any company will provide excellent service to its business if the senior management team receives media relations coaching from professional trainers. Learning this skill and knowing the media could be practical tools for sustainable reputation management and growth. So, the CXOs require more knowledge.
