The interbank money market in Bangladesh has remained under severe structural pressure throughout May 2026, driven by an uneven distribution of capital across the financial sector. While seasonal spikes in call money rates typically subside immediately following the Eid-ul-Azha holiday trading rush, the current fiscal month has seen an unprecedented extension of high borrowing costs […]

The National Board of Revenue (NBR) is evaluating a fiscal proposal to reintroduce a 20 per cent income tax on the interest accrued from offshore loans. According to internal sources within the revenue authority, the statutory amendment is expected to be integrated into the upcoming Finance Bill, which will be placed before parliament during the […]

The central bank of Bangladesh has issued a formal public advisory urging citizens, business operators, and financial stakeholders to exercise heightened vigilance when handling high-denomination banknotes. This critical warning was disseminated through official notifications published across various national daily newspapers, aiming to safeguard the public against fraudulent financial activities during a period of significantly increased […]

The central bank of Bangladesh has officially mandated that scheduled commercial banks must keep designated branches, sub-branches, and temporary booths situated near sacrificial animal markets open until 10:00 pm. This operational extension is intended to facilitate secure, convenient, and uninterrupted financial transactions during the peak trading season preceding the holy festival of Eid al-Adha. According […]