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Growth slows to 3.4%, non-performing loans and poverty rise, banking sector at risk: WB report

Bangladesh’s economic growth fell to 3.4% in fiscal year 2025-26, driven by lower private investment and exports, banking-sector weaknesses, and gas and electricity shortages, according to the World Bank’s October 2026 Bangladesh Development Update.

BFIU Seeks Salman Mohammad Muktadir’s Bank Account and Transaction Details

The Bangladesh Financial Intelligence Unit (BFIU) has requested bank account information and transaction records of social media personality Salman Mohammad Muktadir from banks across the country, directing them to provide the details urgently.

BB gives preliminary approval to 5 digital banks

Bangladesh Bank’s board has agreed to grant preliminary approval for the establishment of five digital banks in Bangladesh, including ventures backed by bKash, Robi’s parent company Axiata Limited, Bhutan’s DK Bank, VEON and Square Group. The decision was made at a Bangladesh Bank board meeting chai