U.S. Rolls Out $20 Billion Maritime Reinsurance Plan
The United States has introduced a $20 billion government-backed maritime reinsurance programme to ensure uninterrupted commercial shipping through the strategic …
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EBL Celebrates Women SME Success
Eastern Bank PLC has recognised a group of women entrepreneurs for their outstanding performance in repaying business loans obtained under …
Prime Bank Sponsors Student Excellence Awards
Prime Bank PLC has partnered with The Daily Star to serve as the Title Sponsor of the renowned O and …
IMF Confirms Ongoing Support for Bangladesh Economy
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Bangladesh’s economic development, signalling confidence in the country’s new …
NBFC Deposits Rise Amid Credit Slowdown
Bangladesh’s non-bank financial companies (NBFCs) posted a modest increase in deposits during the October–December 2025 quarter, even as lending for …
APAC Households Face Growing Cybercrime Risks
Households across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region are increasingly exposed to digital fraud, as confidence in online safety often fails to …
Citizens Bank Joins BREB for Rural Bill Collection
Citizens Bank PLC has entered into a strategic partnership with the Bangladesh Rural Electrification Board (BREB) to facilitate electricity bill …
Dilbar: World’s Most Valuable Insured Yacht
The luxury megayacht Dilbar, owned by Russian billionaire , is widely recognised as one of the most expensive private assets …
EBL, Friendship Join Forces for Health and Water
Eastern Bank PLC (EBL) has partnered with Friendship, a leading Bangladeshi NGO, to expand access to essential healthcare and safe …
Compliance Pressures Mount on Asia’s Wealth Insurers
Insurers serving Asia’s ultra-high-net-worth families are facing rising regulatory and operational challenges as authorities tighten scrutiny over cross-border wealth transfers. …