Robberies in jewellery stores: Bajus demands urgent security measures
Robberies in jewellery stores: Bajus demands urgent security measures

In recent months, the incidents of theft, robbery, snatching and direct attacks on jewellery businesses and killings have surged across the country, prompting Bangladesh Jewellers Association (Bajus) to seek urgent security measures, reports UNB. In light of these growing concerns, jewellery...

From 7.24% to 11.89%: Businesses alarmed by sharp rise in loan rates
From 7.24% to 11.89%: Businesses alarmed by sharp rise in loan rates

Over the past two years, the average interest rate on loans in the country has surged by nearly 5 percentage points, raising serious concerns among entrepreneurs and business owners. The rising cost of borrowing is significantly impacting business expansion and investment decisions, with many...

High interest rates deepen trouble for businesses and employment
High interest rates deepen trouble for businesses and employment

The surge in inflation is eroding household incomes and employment opportunities, driven largely by rising bank loan interest rates and reduced production. While depositors may benefit from higher interest rates, the banking sector and businesses face significant challenges. Banks are struggling...

Business owners push to close businesses due to rising costs
Business owners push to close businesses due to rising costs

Business owners are dealing with the burden of higher operating costs. High inflation and reduced purchasing power have caused a decline in the sales of goods and services, creating conflicting challenges for them. As a result, they are not inclined to make new investments. Instead, they are...