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Bangladesh Budget Analysis 2025-26
The announcement of Bangladesh's national budget for the fiscal year 2025–2026, which totals Tk 7.90 trillion (about USD 71.5 billion), has drawn interest from investors, development partners, and economic analysts from all over the world. It’s not just a budget—it's a calculated blueprint signaling the country’s intent to grow responsibly while navigating global and domestic economic headwinds. For professionals...
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Professional Icon: Md. Amran Ahammed Bhuiyan
Md. Amran Ahammed BhuiyanAssistant Head of Retail & E commerceHeguang Electronics Distribution Co. Ltd.
Md. Amran Ahammed Bhuiyan is a visionary retail and e-commerce strategist, renowned for driving brand growth and market expansion. With a wealth of experience in retail operations and expansion, he has been instrumental in shaping market presence, enhancing customer experiences, and optimizing business performance. As the...
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FYD Executive Committee Meeting Sets Strategic Direction for Future Growth
The Foundation for Youth Development (FYD) has taken major strides toward a more impactful future during its latest Executive Committee meeting, held at its Dhaka headquarters dated 31 May, 2025. The session was marked by bold decisions, a clear strategic direction, and renewed energy to fuel youth empowerment across the nation.
In a landmark decision, the Executive Committee unanimously selected...
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Glorious Entrepreneur: Nell Daly
Some entrepreneurs stand out in the dynamic world of business not just for their achievements but also for their ability to change the world. One such pioneer is Nell Daly. Her transformation from psychiatrist to venture capitalist is evidence of her tenacity, foresight, and determination to alter the investing environment for founders from underrepresented backgrounds. Daly is working to...
ECONOMY
Investment Challenges and Opportunities for Bangladesh under the Interim Government
Since August 2024, Bangladesh has witnessed a decline in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflows, continuing a downward trend from earlier in the year. In the fiscal year 2023-2024 (FY24), net FDI inflow fell by 8.8% compared to the previous fiscal year, decreasing from $1.61 billion in FY2022-2023 to $1.47 billion in FY2023-2024. However, the interim government has initiated significant...