Oil prices extend losses as fears of Middle East supply disruptions ease
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China's Huawei sets 2027 launch for new AI chips as it targets Nvidia
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Bangladesh's garment prices in EU less than half of Vietnam's
16 September 2026
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Oil slips on US stock build, Middle East disruptions limit losses
16 September 2026
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US Fed to deliver rate decision with markets betting on hike
16 September 2026
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Red Sea tensions raise insurance costs
15 September 2026
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BPC looks for alternative crude markets as Bab el-Mandeb risks rise
15 September 2026
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Moody's revises Bangladesh outlook to stable from negative
15 September 2026
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Tech boom powers China's factories but economic imbalances deepen as consumption slows
15 September 2026
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Most markets drop as oil extends gains ahead of expected US rate hike
15 September 2026
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China jails Evergrande founder for life, fines firm more than US$2 bn
The company defaulted in 2021 after struggling to repay creditors
20 August 2026
Oil extends climb on prolonged Hormuz export uncertainty
Brent crude futures climbed 42 cents, or 0.5 percent, to $91.44
19 August 2026
Several initiatives of new govt praiseworthy, but there is room for improvement: BKMEA
However, the association says six months is not enough time to evaluate any government
18 August 2026
Businesses in India, Bangladesh to form B2B task forces
The proposed task forces would focus on infrastructure investment and emerging technologies
18 August 2026
US 30-year yields hit highest level since 2007 as war, oil worries fester
The yield on the benchmark US 10-year Treasury note rose 1.7 basis points to 4.739 percent
18 August 2026
Hormuz crossings rise slightly from weekend, remain in single digits, data shows
There were no very large crude carriers (VLCC) or tankers carrying liquefied natural gas passing through
18 August 2026
Crude extends gains, stocks stagger as Mideast hopes dim
Crude stays stuck around $90 a barrel
18 August 2026
UAE-based Bangladeshis plan to invest Tk 1,000 crore
They want to invest in banking, renewable energy, food processing, tourism, education and healthcare
17 August 2026
Bangladesh, Netherlands team up to make RMG more sustainable
Dutch minister emphasises expansion of circular economy
17 August 2026
Quickly ensure efficient cargo handling at airports: commerce minister
Although issues such as cargo handling and warehouses at airports do not fall directly under the jurisdiction of the commerce ministry, they are closely linked to the country’s trade and export activities
17 August 2026
Japanese economy ekes out modest growth
Gross domestic product grew 0.3 percent between April and June
17 August 2026
Oil rises as US-Iran peace talks stall, Hormuz shipping slows
Brent crude futures rose as much as 1 percent to $89.40 per barrel
17 August 2026
Europe's heatwaves expose insurance gap as business losses mount
As Europe bakes under its fifth heatwave of the year, the traditional 6-7 p.m. slot has all but disappeared as people seek air-conditioning indoors, cutting sales for many hospitality businesses
16 August 2026
Bangladesh’s RMG exports to EU fall 16.43% in first half
However, in June alone, the volume rose 6.53 percent
15 August 2026
US raises pressure on EU to 'deliver' on non-tariff trade commitments
A European Commission spokesperson said the EU and US were continuing to work on tariff and non-tariff issues
15 August 2026
Oil climbs over $1 on tanker attacks, no progrees on peace
Brent futures settled at $88.52 a barrel, up $1.45, or 1.67 percent
15 August 2026
US consumer sentiment drops as Iran war fuels inflation fears
Preliminary data showed consumer sentiment came in at 51.0 points, down from 55.2 and well off from market expectations
15 August 2026
20 Bangladeshi textile, apparel companies join global sourcing fair in Las Vegas
The three-day exhibition, SOURCING, was held from August 10 to 12
13 August 2026
Bangladesh proposes signing FTA with New Zealand
Commerce Secretary Md Ataur Rahman Khan is now leading a delegation on a tour to Australia and New Zealand to find out opportunities to increase bilateral trade
13 August 2026
Bangladesh seeks Australia’s support for joining RCEP
Commerce Secretary Md Ataur Rahman Khan made the call at a meeting in Australia’s Canberra today with Ravi Kewalram, first assistant secretary of the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and Sarah Storey, first assistant secretary of the South and Central Asia Division
13 August 2026