Bangladesh Insurance Sector in Critical Distress
Bangladesh’s insurance sector is currently facing a critical period of instability, driven by weak policies, regulatory lapses, and diminishing public …
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Last Chance for Tax Filing
With the extended deadline drawing to a close, taxpayers across Bangladesh have until Tuesday to submit their income tax returns, …
Central Bank Sets New Digital Security Rules
Bangladesh Bank has unveiled a detailed regulatory framework to strengthen the security and reliability of digital communications across the country’s …
Non-Life Insurance Claims Largely Unsettled
In 2025, Bangladesh’s non-life insurance sector disbursed 1,242 crore taka in claims, leaving a striking 3,599 crore taka unresolved. This …
Import Costs Surge Amid Insurance Hikes
Rising tensions surrounding the strategically vital Hormuz Strait are beginning to affect Bangladesh’s imports of energy and essential food products, …
Loan Defaults Hit One-Third of Bank Portfolios
The share of defaulted loans in Bangladesh’s banking sector has surged to 31.20% by the end of the December quarter, …
When Compassion Outperforms Commerce
In the fiercely competitive world of global fast food, dominance is typically associated with expansive marketing, consistent branding, and vast …
BRAC Bank, Crowne Plaza Seal Lifestyle Deal
In a strategic move to enrich customer experience beyond conventional banking services, BRAC Bank has partnered with Crowne Plaza Dhaka …
Insurance Sector Expands with Partnerships, Tech Boost
The insurance industry experienced a notably active week from 23 to 27 March 2026, as companies announced new partnerships, product …
Weaknesses Exposed in Bangladesh Insurance Sector
Recent developments in Bangladesh’s insurance sector have brought to light persistent vulnerabilities, particularly in the life insurance segment, despite existing …