Bangladesh’s Startup Ecosystem: Navigating Growth Amidst Challenges and Opportunities
The landscape of Bangladesh’s startup ecosystem presents a compelling narrative of rapid emergence and significant potential, yet it is also marked by a recent deceleration that prompts a critical examination of its trajectory. Over the past decade, Bangladesh has solidified its position as a vibrant hub for new ventures in South Asia, characterized by robust…
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The Rise of South-South Trade: What It Means for Global Markets
South-South trade (SST) refers to the exchange of goods, services, and investments specifically between developing countries, predominantly those located in the Global South across Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East. This economic interaction has gained considerable prominence in recent decades. The “Global South” itself is a classification encompassing the world’s developing and least…
IAS 2: Your Guide to Understanding Inventories
Welcome to our simplified guide on IAS 2, the International Accounting Standard that lays down the rules for how businesses account for their “inventories” – basically, all the stuff they have on hand to sell or use in making things to sell. The Big Idea Behind IAS 2 The main goal of this standard is…
Global Tax Wars: How New International Tax Rules Are Affecting Big Tech and SMEs
The Shifting Sands of Global Taxation The phrase “Global Tax Wars” aptly captures the escalating tensions and fundamental overhaul currently reshaping international taxation. For decades, multinational enterprises (MNEs) have skillfully navigated and exploited the intricacies of a complex and often outdated global tax system to minimize their tax liabilities. This practice, while often legal, has…
Bangladesh’s Economic Horizon: Navigating Growth, Diversification, and Resilience on the Path to Prosperity
Bangladesh has achieved remarkable economic progress, transitioning from one of the poorest nations in 1971 to a lower-middle-income country by 2015, driven by robust GDP growth averaging 6.4% between 2010 and 2023. Its Vision 2041 aims for upper-middle-income status, underpinned by a youthful demographic dividend and strategic investments in infrastructure and key industries. While the…
Top 5 International Business Trends Shaping 2025: A Strategic Outlook
The global business landscape is in a state of perpetual motion, but the velocity of change heading into 2025 is unprecedented. For leaders and innovators, navigating this new terrain isn’t about predicting the future—it’s about building businesses resilient enough to thrive in it. As we look ahead, a few powerful currents are converging to redefine…
How Small Businesses Are Thriving in Rural Bangladesh Through Digital Transformation
In the heart of rural Bangladesh, a silent revolution is underway. Once limited by geography and infrastructure, small businesses in villages are now transforming their operations through digital tools and online platforms. This digital shift is reshaping the rural economy, creating new opportunities, and proving that innovation isn’t limited to urban areas. This article explores…
Primary vs. Secondary Market: Know the Key Differences
Understanding the primary and secondary markets is crucial for investors, financial professionals, and anyone interested in capital markets. These markets serve distinct functions in the financial ecosystem, facilitating the flow of capital and providing liquidity to investors. This comprehensive guide delves into the definitions, mechanisms, differences, and real-world examples of both markets.(Encyclopedia Britannica) Introduction The…
The Rise of Fintech in Bangladesh: Who’s Leading the Digital Revolution?
Over the past decade, Bangladesh has experienced an extraordinary digital transformation. The country that once relied heavily on traditional banking methods is now embracing fintech solutions at an unprecedented rate. The rise of financial technology, or fintech, has revolutionized how people in Bangladesh manage money, make payments, and access financial services. This revolution has not…
AI and our future economics
Long ago, man dwelled in caves, independent and free. Slowly, they started living socially, in groups. Various professions emerged — some became blacksmiths, tailors, hunters, and warriors. Over time, humans developed in their professions and technologies. Human civilization, over hundreds of years, became irretrievably linked to various professions. If we consider contemporary civilization today, we…
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