Banks back away from Standard Chartered Bangladesh retail business sale
The Daily Star (Economy) · ৯ নভে, ২০২৬
Weak private-sector credit growth and the cost of taking on 1,500 employees deter buyers, with City Bank the only lender to sign an NDA
পুরো খবরটি পড়ুনThe Daily Star (Economy)-এর ওয়েবসাইটে খুলবেমূল কথা
The Daily Star (Economy)-এর প্রতিবেদন থেকে হুবহু উদ্ধৃত
- Most of the top local banks that lined up to buy the retail business of Standard Chartered Bangladesh are now leaving the race, officials at the banks say, indicating that the business sale by the foreign lender announced last month might be challenging.
- For taking over the local retail business of the British multinational bank, at least six commercial lenders showed strong interest over the months.
- STAFF SEEK 10 YEARS’ PAY AS SEVERANCE Employees of Standard Chartered Bangladesh have formally asked for an enhanced settlement package after the proposed sale of the WRB business to another bank, according to a letter seen by The Daily Star.
বিসিএস ও ভর্তি পরীক্ষা তথ্য ছক (Exam Fact Sheet)
হাই-ইল্ড ডেটাপ্রিলিমিনারি নৈর্ব্যক্তিক ও লিখিত রচনায় কোটেশনযোগ্য সুনির্দিষ্ট পরিসংখ্যান
| ধরন | তথ্য | প্রতিবেদনের যে বাক্য থেকে নেওয়া |
|---|---|---|
Figure | 4.17 percent | “In September, credit to the private sector grew by just 4.17 percent, down from 4.75 percent in August, according to Bangladesh Bank.” |
Figure | 120 years | “The London-based multinational has operated in Bangladesh for 120 years.” |
Figure | 10 YEARS | “STAFF SEEK 10 YEARS’ PAY AS SEVERANCE Employees of Standard Chartered Bangladesh have formally asked for an enhanced settlement package after the proposed sale of the WRB business to another bank, according to a letter seen by The Daily Star.” |
Date | October 5, 2026 | “In the letter, dated October 5, 2026 and addressed to the bank’s chief executive, an “Affected Employee Group” acknowledges that strategic decisions rest with the global group but says the impact on staff warrants transparent and fair talks.” |
শব্দভাণ্ডার ও বাস্তব প্রয়োগ ছক (Vocabulary Matrix)
2টি মূল শব্দএই প্রতিবেদন থেকে বাছাই করা শব্দ: অর্থ, উচ্চারণ ও প্রতিবেদনে ব্যবহার
An advertisement in a common media format, usually radio or television.
“For taking over the local retail business of the British multinational bank, at least six commercial lenders showed strong interest over the months.”
One who lends, especially money; specifically, a bank or other entity that specializes in granting loans.
“For taking over the local retail business of the British multinational bank, at least six commercial lenders showed strong interest over the months.”
Words chosen from this story. English meanings: Wiktionary (CC BY-SA), via the Free Dictionary API.
IELTS Reading practice
Read the passage, then answer the questions. Every answer is in the passage.
Most of the top local banks that lined up to buy the retail business of Standard Chartered Bangladesh are now leaving the race, officials at the banks say, indicating that the business sale by the foreign lender announced last month might be challenging.
For taking over the local retail business of the British multinational bank, at least six commercial lenders showed strong interest over the months. They include BRAC Bank, City Bank, Pubali Bank, Mutual Trust Bank, Dhaka Bank and Dutch-Bangla Bank.
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Question 1: Complete the sentence. Write ONE WORD from the passage.
1.For taking over the local retail _____ of the British multinational bank, at least six commercial lenders showed strong interest over the months.
Question 2: Do the following statements agree with the passage? Choose TRUE or FALSE.
2.They include BRAC Bank, City Bank, Pubali Bank, Mutual Trust Bank, Dhaka Bank and Dutch-Bangla Bank.
Writing practice
IELTS Writing Task 2 style · Topic: Banking & loans
Some people think banks should be strictly controlled by the government. Others think they should be free to run their own business. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Write a short answer of 4–5 sentences (30–250 words). State your opinion clearly, give a reason, and use a fact from this story as an example.
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প্রতিবেদনটি পড়া শেষ করার পর মূল ভাবটি নিজের ভাষায় ২-৩ বাক্যে লিখুন। এটি বিসিএস লিখিত ও ভর্তি পরীক্ষার ফোকাস রাইটিংয়ে আপনার নিজের ভাষায় উত্তর লেখার সক্ষমতা বহু গুণ বাড়িয়ে দেবে।