Taka Holds Steady as Bangladesh Bank Standardises Daily Exchange Rates
The Bangladeshi Taka maintained relative stability across major foreign currencies today, according to official benchmark rates released by Bangladesh Bank …
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African Central Banks Examine AI’s Role in Finance
The growing role of artificial intelligence in central banking took centre stage at the 48th annual meetings of the Association …
Depositors Hold Firm as Merged Islamic Bank Regains Trust
DHAKA — A remarkable shift in customer sentiment is offering a crucial lifeline to the newly formed Combined Islamic Bank. …
Bangladesh State Debt to Banks Hits ৳9.40 Lakh Crore
DHAKA — Heavy fiscal pressures have compelled the Bangladesh government to borrow roughly ৳13,000 crore from the domestic banking sector …
Separate Protests Continue Outside Islami Bank Headquarters
Separate protest programmes by a customer forum and former employees of Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC continued in Motijheel, Dhaka, on …
Reformed Sharia Lenders Pay Out £160m to Depositors in Sector Recovery Drive
In a major breakthrough for Bangladesh’s banking sector, Sommilito Islamic Bank has officially begun returning funds to its depositors, dispersing …
Sammilita Islami Bank Commences Depositor Refunds Under Central Bank Supervision
Sammilita Islami Bank PLC has officially begun disbursing funds to its depositors, marking a pivotal moment in the state-backed effort …
Taka Eases Import Pressures as Foreign Currency Reserves Stabilise
Bangladesh’s monetary authorities have reported a welcome spell of stability in the foreign exchange market, easing concern amongst commercial importers …
Bangladesh Bank Releases Tk 5,000 Crore for Depositors
Bangladesh Bank has released Tk 5,000 crore to facilitate the repayment of deposits held with Sammilito Islami Bank, as tens …
Bangladesh Bank Increases Annual Overseas Travel Currency Ceiling to $18,000
In a significant regulatory relaxation designed to accommodate rising international expenditure, Bangladesh Bank has expanded the annual foreign exchange allowance …