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Construction chemicals sector to hit $479.4m by 2033

The construction chemicals market in Bangladesh is set for substantial growth, with projections estimating the market will reach US$ 479.4 million by 2033. The sector is expanding at a significant pace, driven by rapid urbanisation, increased infrastructure projects, and a growing demand for durable and sustainable building materials.

Construction chemicals play a vital role in modern building prac...

Eid sales surge online

The country’s e-commerce and F-commerce platforms are seeing a sharp rise in sales as Eid-ul-Fitr draws near.  This increase, nevertheless, falls short of what many businesses had anticipated.  Since the outbreak began, local internet retailers—from well-known e-commerce sites to countless Facebook-based companies—have found that Eid sales are essential.

A significant rise in orders is being observed as consumers rush to purchase clothing, footwear, cosmetics, and gifts for their lov...

Commodity prices ahead of Eid

The Chief Adviser’s office has provided an update on the current market condition, highlighting trends in essential commodities as of today (March 29).

Rice: Prices remain stable, with premium varieties of Miniket continuing to stay elevated, while affordable options hold firm. The supply of rice is sufficient to meet demand.

Chicken: Wholesale prices for broiler chickens remain high, with retail prices seeing a rise due to the diversion of regional sup...

WHO urges South-East Asia to address mental health crisis

Climate change is increasingly impacting mental health and psychosocial well-being, the World Health Organization said calling on member countries in South-East Asia Region to strengthen mental health systems and services to address this growing challenge. “Climate change exacerbates many social, environmental, and economic risk factors for mental health and psychosocial well-being. Among WHO regions, South-East Asia is most vulnerable to this,” said Saima Wazed, Regional Director of WHO South-East Asia, in her opening remarks at a regional workshop for ‘Strengthening capacity of countries to address the impact of climate change on mental health’, held in Ball, Indonesia from 12 – 14 August. The WHO Regional Director said that in many countries significant gaps exist between menta...

LafargeHolcim Bangladesh delivers profitable growth in Q3

  • Q3 Net Sales grew by 12% and operating EBIT grew by 18%
  • PAT Margin improved by 517 basis points to 25% in Q3
  • As part of our commitment to Circular Economy & De-carbonization, 37,000 tons of waste disposed in the first 9 months, a 55% higher than last year through Geocycle.
Mr. Iqbal Chowdhury, CEO of the company said: “I thank all members and stakeholders of LafargeHolcim Bangladesh family for delivering outstanding results in the last 9 months despite challenging economic condit...
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