Mamun Rashid

Mamun Rashid, an economic analyst, is chairman at Financial Excellence Ltd and founding managing partner of PwC Bangladesh.

The promises and pressures of Bangladesh’s pharma industry

There is no doubt that Bangladesh’s pharmaceutical industry has shown remarkable potential.

11h ago

Rescuing the banking sector

The World Bank recently urged Bangladesh to implement a comprehensive set of reforms to restore confidence in our financial system, which has been weakened by poor governance, political interference and related lending.

3d ago

Conflicts of interest in business erode integrity

When we hear the phrase “conflict of interest,” many of us picture shady backroom political deals. But in truth, conflicts of interest are just as rampant in the world of business, especially in Bangladesh’s fast-growing economy, where family ties and personal connections often blur professional lines.

1w ago

Post-LDC challenges and the future of Bangladesh's exports

The path ahead is becoming clearer, and more complicated.

1w ago

Strengthening leadership to regain trust in private banks

Moody’s recently downgraded the outlook for Bangladesh’s banking sector to negative due to increasing asset risks and worsening economic conditions.

2w ago

Our startup ecosystem needs nurturing

The start-up ecosystem in Bangladesh is experiencing a period of exciting growth, driven largely by a youthful, entrepreneurial population eager to make their mark.

2w ago

New tariffs may hurt Bangladesh, and US too

US President Donald Trump has done what he had long wanted to do – try to increase America’s revenue in every possible way.

3w ago

A legal roadmap to recovering stolen assets

Bangladesh needs rigorous legal strategy to reclaim its illegally transferred assets.

3w ago
March 20, 2025
March 20, 2025

We must create an equitable tax system

In Bangladesh, nearly 70 percent of total tax revenue comes from indirect taxes.

March 16, 2025
March 16, 2025

Transforming banking with digital innovation

The banking industry is profoundly transformed by changing customer behaviour, technological advancements, and competitive pressures.

March 12, 2025
March 12, 2025

A life dedicated in pursuit of social justice

His post-independence contributions reflect his lifelong devotion to nation-building.

March 9, 2025
March 9, 2025

Thanks to the treasury managers in banks

I perused the 2024 audited financials of Citibank, N.A., Bank Alfalah, Habib Bank, and Commercial Bank of Ceylon in the newspapers last week.

March 2, 2025
March 2, 2025

Bangladesh’s bad loan saga

Non-performing loans (NPLs) in Bangladesh soared by Tk 1.34 lakh crore in the second half of 2024, reaching Tk 3.45 lakh crore by December.

February 23, 2025
February 23, 2025

Navigating post-LDC challenges

While Bangladesh’s move toward graduating from the Least Developed Country (LDC) status is a testament to decades of perseverance and growth, it will be time to take on the weight that comes with it once the celebration dies down.

February 16, 2025
February 16, 2025

Resourcing a resource-hungry country

Bangladesh’s higher education system faces a critical issue: While universities are expanding rapidly, an increasing number of degree-holding graduates are struggling to find meaningful employment because employers cannot find graduates with the necessary skills.

February 9, 2025
February 9, 2025

Why so many problems with FDI?

Bangladesh has mostly failed to achieve its targeted level of foreign direct investments (FDIs), with investment inflow amounting to only 0.75 percent of GDP in 2023, according to UNCTAD.

February 2, 2025
February 2, 2025

Forensic audits: A pathway to transparency

As we have been talking about enhanced transparency and accountability recently, it’s important to have forensic audits, including specialised examinations of financial records which can uncover fraud, corruption or mismanagement.

January 26, 2025
January 26, 2025

How do we manage twin deficit?

Bangladesh is trying to cope with a challenging economic situation.