Growth Grid

Growth Grid

Urban growth and real estate

Bangladesh’s major cities from Dhaka and Chattogram to Gazipur, Rajshahi, and Khulna are experiencing rapid expansion. Fueled by heavy infrastructure investment and a booming middle class, their skylines are rising as housing and mixed projects multiply.

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Rising middle class fuelling housing momentum

Bangladesh’s housing market is in transition squeezed by rising costs but energised by new demand from middle-income and semi-urban buyers.

3w ago

Housing Finance Trends Digital, Sustainable, and Affordable

Bangladesh’s housing market is undergoing a significant transformation, with urbanisation, a growing middle class, and evolving financial landscapes reshaping demand.

3w ago

Solid Ground: Why Property Still Feels Safe

In Bangladesh’s economic landscape, property has maintained its appeal as a haven for investment. At a time when markets fluctuate and new assets emerge, many still prefer land and flats.

3w ago

Bridging dreams and doorsteps

Bangladesh’s housing finance market is evolving as affordability, technology, and smarter urban planning reshape how people buy and build homes. With growing demand among middle-income and semi-urban borrowers, banks are focusing on innovation and accessibility to sustain growth.

3w ago

The future of living: Minimal, Eco-Tech Homes

In a world increasingly shaped by technology and environmental awareness, our homes are transforming faster than ever before. The future of living is about creating spaces that are not only intelligent but also sustainable. Homes that think, adapt, and protect the planet while providing greater comfort and efficiency.

3w ago

Money meets meaning through sustainable home finance

Bangladesh’s housing and construction finance sector is evolving rapidly amid rising urbanisation, economic pressure, and new sustainability goals.

3w ago

Rethinking how Bangladesh builds and borrows

Bangladesh’s housing and construction finance sector is poised for steady growth over the next two years.

3w ago

Financing the future home

With urbanisation reshaping how Bangladesh builds and lives, housing finance has become central to making homeownership accessible. Rising construction costs, shifting regulations, and new sustainability goals are changing how banks serve this demand. To understand these shifts, The Daily Star spoke with Mohd. Rafat Ullah Khan, Managing Director (Current Charge) of Al-Arafah Islami Bank PLC.

3w ago

Evolving landscape of housing market shift

The housing market in Bangladesh is a dynamic sector, profoundly influenced by economic shifts, evolving consumer aspirations, and regulatory changes. As urbanisation continues and the middle class expands, understanding the trends, challenges, and innovations in home loan and construction finance becomes crucial.

3w ago

Quick Real Estate Checklist: 3 Must-Do Checks Before Booking a Flat

To secure a flat purchase in Bangladesh, a systematic due diligence process is essential. Before making any financial commitment, focus your investigation on three core areas: legal integrity, functional infrastructure, and contractual guarantees. This approach mitigates risk and ensures your investment is sound.

3w ago

Housing & Construction Finance Outlook

Bank Asia shares insights on landscape of home loan and construction finance. Their strategic approach to fostering growth through innovative products, digital transformation, and a strong commitment to sustainable practices, align with the demographic shift, economic pressures, and a growing demand for housing finance.

3w ago

The Future of Living Minimal, Eco-Tech Homes

In fast-growing cities like Dhaka, the traditional dream of a sprawling home is giving way to compact living.

3w ago

Beyond Tin Roofs: Building Dignity Brick by Brick

Bangladesh’s housing market is expanding beyond city centres, fuelled by strong demand from rural and semi-urban families seeking stability and comfort.

3w ago

Driving Growth, sustainibility and innovation in Housing Finance

The landscape of housing finance in Bangladesh is continuously evolving, marked by significant trends in demand, regulatory shifts, and a growing emphasis on sustainable and innovative solutions. Midland Bank’s home loan supports a wide range of homeownership aspirations, aligning with the bank’s commitment to facilitating housing finance.

3w ago

Shariah-Compliant residence

The housing sector in Bangladesh continues to face unique challenges and evolving demands. Shahjalal Islami Bank PLC. leverages interest rate movements, the growing importance of semi-urban housing with Shariah-compliant products and digital solutions to support a diverse range of customers and foster sustainable growth in the market.

3w ago

Click, connect, own

Bangladesh’s home finance sector is showing impressive resilience despite global economic headwinds, with demand for housing and construction loans surging over the past three years.

3w ago