Staff Reporter : Prime Bank PL.C has reached a major milestone by becoming the first bank in Bangladesh to offer a consumer loan secured against Treasury Bonds. This groundbreaking initiative marks a significant advancement in the country’s banking and financial services sector.
After receiving Guidance from Bangladesh Bank on Thursday (02 April, 2026) evening, the bank demonstrated exceptional efficiency by completing the first loan disbursement by morning the following day. The swift turnaround highlights strong operational coordination and execution capabilities across the institution.
This innovative product enables customers to unlock liquidity by borrowing against their Treasury Bond holdings, allowing them to meet financial needs without selling their investments. The offering reflects Prime Bank’s commitment to delivering modern, customer-focused financial solutions that respond to evolving market demands.
The successful rollout of this initiative was made possible through close collaboration among several teams, including the Gulshan Branch, Credit Administration Division (CAD), Credit Risk Management (CRM) and the Wealth Management unit. Their coordinated efforts ensured a smooth and rapid approval and disbursement process.
Nazeem A. Choudhury, Additional Managing Director (AMD) of Prime Bank PLC. said, `This achievement reflects our capacity to innovate within regulatory frameworks while delivering meaningful value to our customers. We remain focused on introducing progressive financial solutions that enhance accessibility, flexibility and efficiency.’
With this landmark development, Prime Bank continues to strengthen its reputation as a forward-looking financial institution, setting new standards in innovation and contributing to the evolution of Bangladesh’s banking landscape.