Business & Economy
Bangladesh’s energy regulator has raised the price of a 12kg LPG cylinder to Tk1,837, up Tk252. The new rate took effect on 4 October. Autogas also rose to Tk84.62 a litre, increasing costs for households and drivers who depend on the fuel.
Business & Economy
Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury has outlined plans to raise more money through domestic and international bond markets. His 4 October remarks included securities supported by public-asset revenues. Detailed borrowing terms and an issuance timetable remain to be announced.
Business & Economy
EU Ambassador Michael Miller says a future trade agreement with Bangladesh must be balanced and reciprocal. Speaking in Dhaka on 4 October, he linked deeper economic ties to accountable institutions, labour and human rights, environmental protection and predictable rules for investors. No completed agreement was announced.
Business & Economy
Bangladesh’s securities regulator aims to reduce initial public offering approvals to three months and attract stronger companies to the market. Chairman Masud Khan outlined the target during World Investor Week. Faster processing remains a stated goal and does not remove disclosure or investor-protection requirements.
Business & Economy
The DSEX fell about 0.9 per cent to roughly 5,482 on 4 October, while turnover dropped by about a quarter. Published reports round the turnover figure differently but agree on weaker trading and broad-based selling. Brokerage commentary linked investor caution to earnings and dividend announcements.