Category: Money Market Regulations

In the vast world of finance, interest rates play a pivotal role in determining the cost of borrowing and the return on investment. However, arriving at an appropriate interest rate for financial transactions can be complex. This is where the reference interest rate comes into play. In this blog post, we will delve into the… Continue reading What is the reference rate?

Article by A.Y.M. Solaiman Reviwed by Mahbubur Rahman The “six-month moving average rate of treasury bills (SMART)” is a new monthly reference lending rate formula introduced by Bangladesh Bank on June 19, 2023, to be implemented in July 2023. The rate will be fixed based on the weighted average rate of a six-month treasury bill… Continue reading SMART Reference Lending Rate in Bangladesh-Is it Really Smart?

Bancassurance is a term used to describe a business model in which a bank and an insurance company cooperate to offer products to their customers. The goal of Bancassurance is to provide customers with a one-stop-shop for all their financial needs. In addition to providing convenience, it also offers customers the opportunity to save money… Continue reading Bancassurance in Bangladesh | All you need to know