Bangladesh Retail Forum

20/05/2026

With Bangladesh’s growing youth market and changing consumer demands, is it time for garment manufacturers to focus more on the local market? As major global brands do not cater to the local market, can local manufacturers now step up to build strong homegrown fashion and retail brands?

Shah Rayeed Chowdhury, Director, BGMEA, Director, Evince Group, Director, Miniso Bangladesh, sharing his thoughts at the SHWAPNO presents the 8th Bangladesh Retail Congress, powered by Singer and Bata, in association with Konka & Gree (Electro Mart Limited).

14/05/2026

Globally, retail stores are evolving into experience centers rather than just sales points. In the context of Bangladesh, what do you see as the key drivers of this shift? Are consumers prioritizing experience more, or do other factors still matter most in their purchasing decisions?

In the words of MHM Fairoz, Managing Director & CEO, Singer Bangladesh Limited at the SHWAPNO presents the 8th Bangladesh Retail Congress, powered by Singer and Bata, in association with Konka & Gree (Electro Mart Limited).

12/05/2026

"With over 5 million MSME retailers, Bangladesh's retail landscape is diverse and thriving, offering significant growth opportunities."

- Asikul Alam Khan, Founder & Chief Executive Officer, PriyoShop

At the SHWAPNO presents the 8th Bangladesh Retail Congress, powered by Singer and Bata, in association with Konka & Gree (Electro Mart Limited).

07/05/2026

A total of 64 accolades were presented in 26 categories at the 3rd edition of SHWAPNO presents Bangladesh Retail Awards powered by Singer and Bata, in association with Konka & Gree (Electro Mart Limited). 40 initiatives rose to secure the Winner accolade, with a further 24 earning Honourable Mentions.

07/05/2026

“Purpose and profit must go hand in hand, because no business can survive in the long run without balancing both. In any ecosystem, dealers, retailers, consumers, and every stakeholder must benefit and feel valued. The moment one part of the ecosystem becomes unhappy, the entire ecosystem begins to collapse.”

- Md. Quamrul Hassan, Executive Director & COO, ACI PLC.

At the SHWAPNO presents the 8th Bangladesh Retail Congress, powered by Singer and Bata, in association with Konka & Gree (Electro Mart Limited).

06/05/2026

In words of Faria Yasmin, Managing Director, Bata Bangladesh, over the past decade the retail senario has changed dramatically, what was the main drivers behind this?

At the SHWAPNO presents the 8th Bangladesh Retail Congress, powered by Singer and Bata, in association with Konka & Gree (Electro Mart Limited) .

05/05/2026

"Bangladesh's retail landscape is highly fragmented, with 97% of outlets in general trade. However, the expansion of modern trade presents significant growth potential, particularly in organized retail channels."

- Ashraf Bin Taj, Managing Director, International Distributions Company Bangladesh PLC., Board Director, ACI PLC., Advisor, Asia Marketing Federation (AMF), Board Member, Marketing Society of Bangladesh (MSB)

At the SHWAPNO presents the 8th Bangladesh Retail Congress, powered by Singer and Bata, in association with Konka & Gree (Electro Mart Limited), the discussion spotlighted the evolving dynamics of Bangladesh’s retail landscape.

03/05/2026

"Globalization is driving an increase in consumer demand, which is creating a retail paradox, requiring more assortment while maintaining competitive pricing."

- Shadman Sadikin, Customer Business Development (CBD) Head, Unilever Bangladesh Ltd.

At the SHWAPNO presents the 8th Bangladesh Retail Congress, powered by Singer and Bata, in association with Konka & Gree (Electro Mart Limited) .

30/04/2026