BM Desk : BRAC Bank has reached a significant milestone in the capital market of the country. It stands out as the only bank in Bangladesh to achieve this by exceeding a market capitalization of one billion US dollars.

This outstanding accomplishment demonstrates the steadfast confidence of both domestic and international investors in the bank’s performance and future outlook. The bank’s ongoing success is attributed to its strong corporate governance, financial robustness, and the highest credit ratings from both local and international credit rating agencies. Recognized as a model of corporate governance and values-driven banking, BRAC Bank has consistently held its leading position across nearly all major financial metrics.

The share price of BRAC Bank, regarded as a blue-chip stock, has been experiencing a positive trend on both the Dhaka and Chittagong Stock Exchanges recently. As of July 21, 2025, the market price of the bank’s shares rose to Tk 63.70, significantly above the face value of Tk 10.

Among the bank’s 199 crore listed shares, directors and sponsors own 46.17%, while foreign investors possess 33.79%, marking the highest level of foreign investment in Bangladesh’s banking sector. The remaining shares are distributed among local institutions at 13.28% and general investors at 6.76%.

With an authorized capital of Tk 5,000 crore and a paid-up capital of Tk 1,991 crore, BRAC Bank has consistently demonstrated growth across all major financial metrics, including Earnings Per Share (EPS), Return on Equity (ROE), Return on Assets (ROA), Non-Performing Loans (NPL), and Profit After Tax.

In response to this remarkable accomplishment of BRAC Bank, Managing Director and CEO (Current Charge) Tarek Refat Ullah Khan stated, “We are incredibly proud and thrilled to be the first and only bank in Bangladesh to exceed one billion US dollars in market capitalization. This achievement reflects the steadfast trust our shareholders and customers place in BRAC Bank.”

He further remarked, “This success underscores our robust governance culture, prudent financial management, and dedication to generating long-term value and impact. We are committed to sustainable growth and safeguarding the interests of our shareholders.