# Finance — Tezzfeed > Latest Finance briefs from Tezzfeed, in plain markdown for language models. HTML desk: https://tezzfeed.com/finance Agent map: https://tezzfeed.com/llms.txt ## Fuel Prices Increased to Stop Smuggling to Neighbouring Country, Says State Minister 2026-09-21. Source: Somoy News. State Minister Anindya Islam Amit said fuel prices were raised to prevent smuggling to neighbouring countries and reduce losses at Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation (BPC). He said BPC lost around Tk22,875 crore between March and August 2026 as global oil prices increased due to the Middle East crisis. The government also warned that continued subsidies could strain social safety-net programmes. Markdown: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/fuel-prices-increased-to-stop-smuggling-to-neighbouring-country-says-state-minister-1789991149790.md · HTML: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/fuel-prices-increased-to-stop-smuggling-to-neighbouring-country-says-state-minister-1789991149790 ## NO 7.5% TAX ON FREELANCERS & CONTENT CREATORS’ EARNINGS, PM CONFIRMS 2026-09-18. Source: Jugantor. Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has assured that there are no plans to impose a 7.5% tax on freelancers and content creators’ income. The clarification came during a meeting with content creator Jewel Rana, who raised concerns about a possible new tax structure. He said the idea is not under consideration now and is not expected to be introduced in the future. Markdown: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/no-75-tax-on-freelancers-content-creators-earnings-pm-confirms-1780394403161.md · HTML: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/no-75-tax-on-freelancers-content-creators-earnings-pm-confirms-1780394403161 ## Prime Bank launches fee-free credit card ‘Zero by Prime Bank’ 2026-09-16. Source: The Daily Star. Prime Bank PLC has launched Zero by Prime Bank, a fee-free Visa Signature credit card in Bangladesh, offering no issuance, annual, renewal, EMI, or MFS transfer fees, and no hidden charges. Featuring a tactile notch for visually impaired users, the card combines global acceptance with customer-focused benefits. The launch highlights Prime Bank’s commitment to innovation, financial inclusion, and accessible banking. Markdown: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/prime-bank-launches-fee-free-credit-card-zero-by-prime-bank-1756710573715.md · HTML: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/prime-bank-launches-fee-free-credit-card-zero-by-prime-bank-1756710573715 ## Govt pays Tk 18,631 crore in foreign power bills in just 1 year 2026-09-16. Source: The Business Standard. The interim government has repaid Tk18,631 crore in foreign power bills in a year, including Tk5,000 crore to Adani Power. Adviser Muhammad Fouzul Kabir Khan said cost-cutting measures saved Tk6,479 crore, including plant shutdowns and tariff renegotiations. A new policy also targets 3,000MW of rooftop solar power by December 2025 to boost renewable energy efforts. Markdown: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/govt-pays-tk-18631-crore-in-foreign-power-bills-in-just-1-year-1754568377069.md · HTML: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/govt-pays-tk-18631-crore-in-foreign-power-bills-in-just-1-year-1754568377069 ## BB reveals new 1000, 50, and 20 taka notes with historic and archaeological sites 2026-09-16. Source: Bangladesh Bank FB. Bangladesh Bank has announced a new series of banknotes themed ‘Historical and Ancient Architecture of Bangladesh.’ The redesigned ৳1000, ৳50, and ৳20 notes, signed by Governor Dr. Ahsan H. Mansur, will enter circulation on June 1, 2025. Initially released from the Motijheel office, the notes will later be available at other Bangladesh Bank branches nationwide. Markdown: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/bb-reveals-new-1000-50-and-20-taka-notes-with-historic-and-archaeological-sites-1748513757979.md · HTML: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/bb-reveals-new-1000-50-and-20-taka-notes-with-historic-and-archaeological-sites-1748513757979 ## AP Moller-Maersk to Invest $800M in 400-Acre Free Trade Zone in Ctg: Ashik Chowdhury 2026-09-15. Source: The Business Standard. Bida Chairman Ashik Chowdhury announced a 400-acre Free Trade Zone in Anwara, Chattogram, calling it a game changer for the economy. AP Moller-Maersk plans to invest $800 million in the Laldia terminal. Meanwhile, PSI Singapore and DP World will each invest $1 billion in Bay Terminal, expected to create 25,000 jobs and boost port capacity significantly. Markdown: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/ap-moller-maersk-to-invest-800m-in-400-acre-free-trade-zone-in-ctg-ashik-chowdhury-1746707965634.md · HTML: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/ap-moller-maersk-to-invest-800m-in-400-acre-free-trade-zone-in-ctg-ashik-chowdhury-1746707965634 ## New Banknotes Featuring Sher-E-Bangla to Release Within Few Weeks 2026-09-18. Source: The Financial Express. Bangladesh Bank will soon release newly printed Tk20, Tk100, Tk500, and Tk1000 notes to honor national heroes, including a Tk100 note featuring Sher-e-Bangla A.K. Fazlul Huq. Printed under interim government orders from December, the move is part of regular currency replacement. Notably, no new notes were issued during recent religious festivals due to unusually high demand. Markdown: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/new-banknotes-featuring-sher-e-bangla-to-release-within-few-weeks-1746174591496.md · HTML: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/new-banknotes-featuring-sher-e-bangla-to-release-within-few-weeks-1746174591496 ## New banknotes won’t be issued this Eid due to Mujib’s image 2026-09-15. Source: Prothom Alo. Bangladesh Bank has suspended the distribution of new banknotes this Eid following objections to Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s image on the currency. Banks have been directed to store new notes and conduct transactions using recirculated ones. However, existing banknotes with Mujib’s image remain valid. The central bank plans to introduce redesigned banknotes by next month. Markdown: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/new-banknotes-wont-be-issued-this-eid-due-to-mujibs-image-1741618859395.md · HTML: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/new-banknotes-wont-be-issued-this-eid-due-to-mujibs-image-1741618859395 ## Indian Rupee hits record low of 86.39 per Dollar 2026-09-20. Source: Bloomberg. The Indian rupee hit a record low of 86.39 against the US dollar, driven by a stronger dollar following robust US job data showing 256,000 new jobs. Reduced Federal Reserve rate cut expectations and $4 billion in FII outflows this month further pressured the rupee, alongside concerns over US monetary policy and President-elect Trump's planned policies. Markdown: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/indian-rupee-hits-record-low-of-8639-per-dollar-1736850119008.md · HTML: https://tezzfeed.com/latest-news/indian-rupee-hits-record-low-of-8639-per-dollar-1736850119008 ## Exports from India to Bangladesh drop 28% 2024-09-18. Source: Prothom Alo. In August, India's exports to Bangladesh experienced a 28% decline, amounting to $68.1 crore, down from $94.3 crore in the same month last year, according to The Indian Express, citing data from India's Ministry of Commerce and Industry. This drop is largely attributed to Bangladesh's worsening foreign currency crisis, which has been intensified by ongoing protests and conflicts. CRISIL, a credit rating agency, noted that while recent developments in Bangladesh have not yet significantly impacted Indian trade, prolonged instability could negatively affect industries in India that depend on exports to Bangladesh. Cotton, a major export, saw a 10% reduction in August. This decrease is tied to a fall in garment orders from Bangladesh, which has disrupted India’s textile industry that relies on Bangladesh for raw materials and production. 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