BRAC Bank Brings Banking to Remote Areas
Banking in Bangladesh has undergone a significant transformation, evolving from an urban-centred service into one that now reaches some of …
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Automation to Reshape Nearly Half of Insurance Roles
The insurance industry is entering a transformative era as automation and artificial intelligence begin to reshape core operations. According to …
Asia-Pacific Drives Insurance M&A Recovery
Global insurance mergers and acquisitions rebounded in 2025, with the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region leading the charge amid broader market stabilisation. …
Trust Bank Debuts Digital Service Point
Trust Bank PLC has strengthened its position in Bangladesh’s rapidly modernising banking sector by unveiling a Smart Point and introducing …
Iran Tensions Amplify Aviation Insurance Pressures
Rising hostilities involving Iran are exerting renewed pressure on the global aviation insurance market, with implications for pricing, underwriting, and …
Rising War Risks Fuel Insurance M&A Momentum
Global and Asia‑Pacific insurance markets are navigating a volatile landscape as geopolitical tensions stemming from the Iran conflict intensify. Remarkably, …
Private Banks Lead Eid Remittance Inflows
Remittance inflows to Bangladesh reached $2.2 billion during the first two weeks of March 2026, according to Bangladesh Bank. The …
Wildfires and Storms Drive 2025 Insured Losses
Secondary perils dominate global catastrophe claims despite calmer hurricane activity In 2025, secondary perils—including wildfires, severe convective storms (SCS), and …
Taiwanese Insurers Face Middle East Investment Fluctuations
Taiwanese life insurers are likely to encounter short-term volatility in their Middle East holdings as the ongoing regional conflict continues, …
Bangladeshi Card Spending Abroad: US Leads Credit, UK Debit
Bangladeshi bank cards, both credit and debit, are increasingly used abroad, reflecting shifting trends in overseas spending. While credit cards …