June 29, 2025, 12:59 pm
BREAKING NEWS
Protein on a Budget: Dhaka’s Tk 50k Dilemma
Nutritional Intake Among Low-Income Households in Dhaka In Dhaka, households earning under Tk 50,000 per month—classified as low-income—face significant challenges in meeting their nutritional needs, particularly concerning protein-rich foods likeRead More
US Importers Push Back on Trump’s 10% Tariff Surcharge, Bangladeshi Apparel Exports
Background On April 2 at the White House, President Donald Trump announced that reciprocal tariffs would be suspended for 90 days—but a 10% surcharge would remain in place on allRead More
Markets Soar as Trump Halts Tariffs for 90 Days, But China Duties Surge
U.S. stocks staged a dramatic comeback on Wednesday, with the S&P 500 recording its biggest one-day gain since the 2008 financial crisis, after President Donald Trump announced a 90-day pauseRead More
Bangladesh’s Economic Growth Slows to 3.9% Amid Rising Inflation and Political Challenges
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has revised Bangladesh’s GDP growth forecast, predicting a slowdown to just 3.9% for the fiscal year 2024-25. The revised projection reflects weaker domestic demand andRead More
china’s Economic growth momentum in early 2025
China kicks off 2025 with steady growth, driven by robust industries and impactful policies. A solid start in the first two months strengthens its path toward the annual growth target.Read More
China Sets 5% Growth Target for 2025 Amid Trade War and Economic Challenges
China has announced a 5% GDP growth target for 2025 during its annual Two Sessions, alongside a record-high 4% budget deficit and a 7.2% boost in defense spending. This comesRead More
Vietnam Targets 8% GDP Growth with Major Infrastructure Push
Vietnam’s National Assembly has set an ambitious new economic trajectory, raising its GDP growth target to at least 8% for 2025, up from the previous 6.5%-7% goal. This move alignsRead More
Bangladesh Faces Trade Uncertainty Amid U.S.-China Economic Tensions
The escalating U.S.-China trade war is reshaping global markets, with currency fluctuations and shifting trade policies impacting economies worldwide. For Bangladesh, the situation presents both risks and opportunities, particularly inRead More
Why South Korea’s Gen Z is Turning Away from Public Service
Young Koreans, especially Gen Z and millennials, are leaving public sector jobs at an alarming rate. Despite job security and stable pensions, low wages, rigid work environments, and outdated organizationalRead More
