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BB waives interest to recover bad loans

BB waives interest to recover bad loans

Bangladesh Bank has unveiled a sweeping incentive to recover mounting defaulted loans, allowing eligible borrowers to repay only the outstanding principal while receiving a full waiver of accrued interest. Under the new policy, defaulting borrowers who settle their entire principal amount in a sin

Mitsui & Co delegation meets BB governor

Mitsui & Co delegation meets BB governor

A high-level delegation from Japan’s Mitsui & Co held a courtesy meeting with Bangladesh Bank (BB) Governor Md Mostaqur Rahman on Wednesday and discussed investment opportunities and financial sector cooperation. Senior representatives from Mitsui & Co’s Tokyo and Dhaka offices, along

Remittance inflows hit historic high of $35.56b in FY26

Remittance inflows hit historic high of $35.56b in FY26

Remittance inflows into Bangladesh hit a historic high of US$ 35.56 billion in the immediate past fiscal year 2025-26, registering a robust double-digit growth driven by strong contributions from expatriates through formal channels. According to the latest data from Bangladesh Bank, the total remi

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