commodity market

TCB’s operation is much lower than required level
Panorama

TCB’s operation is much lower than required level

As the price of commodities soar higher and higher, the Trading Corporation of Bangladesh (TCB) has stepped up to help people suffering from sticker shock. But is it proving up to the task and can...

A blessing in disguise?
Analysis

A blessing in disguise?

Consumer rights directorate writes to commerce for stopping oil smuggling
Markets

Consumer rights directorate writes to commerce for stopping oil smuggling

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Economy

Low-income people bewildered by rising commodity prices

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Global Economy

Poor country debt could worsen due to commodity prices, interest rates: WB president

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Global Economy

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Markets

Govt ups market monitoring to control prices of essentials

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Trade

Supply of essentials surpasses buyers on day 1 of lockdown

Consumer goods supply to come under scanner
Markets

Consumer goods supply to come under scanner