Economy
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Bangladesh garment factory closures hit 457 firms, impacting economy
At Unique Designers & Unique Washing Ltd in Gazipur, 2,200 employees suddenly found themselves out of a job.
Javier Rojas·June 27, 2026
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Bangladesh garment factories lay off 1,868 workers amid falling orders
In Savar, Bangladesh, nearly 1,900 workers from Al-Muslim Group's garment factories were abruptly laid off.
Beatriz Almeida·June 13, 2026
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US fuel costs surge, squeezing truck delivery prices nationwide
Filling an over-the-road tractor-trailer now costs up to $1,500, a 66% increase from $900 at the beginning of the year.
Akio Mori·June 6, 2026