# Retail chains headquartered in Dhaka

Tamtam tracks 101 retail chains headquartered in Dhaka. This list ranks the 30 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by BRAC, BRAC Bank PLC and Grameenphone Ltd. Their median headcount is 2,774. Half of them were founded in 1996 or later.

These are some of the largest companies in Dhaka, primarily comprising financial institutions, telecommunications providers, and diversified conglomerates. Notable examples include BRAC Bank PLC, a financial institution specializing in SMEs, and Grameenphone Ltd, which delivers connectivity and technology solutions. banglalink is another telecommunications company focused on digitalization, while City Bank offers a range of banking services. Walton Group is a diversified group specializing in electronics and automobiles, and ACI Limited operates in pharmaceuticals, consumer brands, agribusinesses, and retail.

A significant pattern observed is the dominance of the financial sector, with multiple banks like Dutch-Bangla Bank PLC, Eastern Bank PLC., and Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC, all headquartered in Dhaka. This indicates a strong concentration of banking and financial services within the city, alongside a presence of large-scale telecommunications and manufacturing firms.

🇧🇩 Dhaka · 30 companies · Updated Nov 12, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [BRAC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/brac) (brac.net)<br>This organization works towards creating a world without exploitation or discrimination, ensuring equal opportunities for all individuals to fulfill their potential | Non-profit Organizations | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 14,824 | 1972 |
| 2 | [BRAC Bank PLC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/brac-bank-plc) (bracbank.com)<br>A leading financial institution in Bangladesh specializing in SMEs, with a wide network of branches, ATMs, and subsidiaries offering various services | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 7,185 | 2001 |
| 3 | [Grameenphone Ltd](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/grameenphone-ltd) (grameenphone.com)<br>Delivers future-proof connectivity and innovative technology solutions while fostering employee development to facilitate individual progress and drive broad socio-economic transformation across society. | Telecommunications | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 7,158 | 1997 |
| 4 | [banglalink](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/banglalink) (banglalink.net)<br>A telecommunications company in Bangladesh, focused on digitalization and customer experience, part of a global provider serving millions of customers | Telecommunications | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 5,938 | 2005 |
| 5 | [City Bank](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/city-bank-dhaka) (citybankplc.com)<br>A leading financial institution offering a wide range of banking services with a focus on customer satisfaction, innovation, and community development | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 5,114 | 1983 |
| 6 | [Walton Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/walton-group) (waltonbd.com)<br>The company began as a trading company, later diversifying into steel, textiles, electronics, and automobiles, with electronics and automobiles becoming key growth drivers and income sources. | Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 4,990 | 1977 |
| 7 | [ACI Limited](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/aci-limited) (aci-bd.com)<br>A diversified conglomerate operating in Pharmaceuticals, Consumer Brands, Agribusinesses, and Retail with a mission to enhance the quality of life in Bangladesh | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 4,765 | 1992 |
| 8 | [Dutch-Bangla Bank PLC.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dutch-bangla-bank-plc) (dutchbanglabank.com)<br>A joint venture private bank in Bangladesh, operating since June 1996, focused on providing commercial banking services and financial solutions | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 4,676 | 1996 |
| 9 | [Eastern Bank PLC.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/eastern-bank-plc) (ebl.com.bd)<br>Leading private commercial bank in Bangladesh, providing corporate, retail, and commercial banking services, aiming for lasting value for clients, shareholders, employees, and community. | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 4,591 |  |
| 10 | [Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/islami-bank-bangladesh-plc) (islamibankbd.com)<br>Pioneering Islamic banking in Bangladesh with the largest private banking network, globally recognized for excellence and ranked among top financial institutions | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 4,116 | 1983 |
| 11 | [IFIC BANK PLC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ific-bank-plc) (ificbank.com.bd)<br>A financial institution providing innovative services with a skilled team and advanced fintech support through a network of modern business centers worldwide | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 3,453 | 1983 |
| 12 | [United Commercial Bank PLC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/united-commercial-bank-plc) (ucb.com.bd)<br>Dynamic bank in Bangladesh with large branch network, supported by entrepreneurs and government, focused on economic development through personalized service and innovative practices | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 3,331 |  |
| 13 | [Bank Asia PLC.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bank-asia-plc) (bankasia-bd.com)<br>A leading bank in Bangladesh offering modern banking products and services with a strong focus on technology and customer satisfaction | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 2,979 | 1999 |
| 14 | [BRAC-Aarong](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/brac-aarong) (aarong.com)<br>A lifestyle retail chain supporting rural artisans, offering over 100 fashion and lifestyle product lines while maintaining high standards of quality and artistry | Retail | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 2,837 | 1978 |
| 15 | [BRAC Bank Limited](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/brac-bank-limited) (bracbank.com)<br>A leading financial institution in Bangladesh with a focus on SMEs, offering a wide range of banking services and subsidiaries | Financial Services | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 2,774 | 2001 |
| 16 | [Mutual Trust Bank PLC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mutual-trust-bank-plc) (mutualtrustbank.com)<br>A banking institution offering a wide range of financial services, including commercial banking, investment, and intermediary services, with a global network | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 2,477 | 1999 |
| 17 | [Prime Bank](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/prime-bank) (primebank.com.bd)<br>A top-tier private commercial bank in Bangladesh offering highly diversified financial services, with total assets of US$ 350 billion and over 1 million customers | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 2,395 | 1995 |
| 18 | [Agrani Bank Limited](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/agrani-bank-limited) (agranibank.org)<br>A leading commercial bank in Bangladesh with numerous outlets, overseas correspondents, and a wide range of services for customers | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 2,098 |  |
| 19 | [Dutch-Bangla Bank Limited](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dutch-bangla-bank-limited) (dutchbanglabank.com)<br>Innovative bank in Bangladesh focused on providing affordable banking products, largest private donor supporting social causes, leader in country's banking sector | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 1,911 | 1996 |
| 20 | [Al-Arafah Islami Bank PLC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/al-arafah-islami-bank-plc) (aibl.com.bd)<br>A financial institution in Bangladesh following Islamic principles, established in 1995 with a focus on implementing a modern banking system based on the Qur'an and Sunnah | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 1,779 | 1995 |
| 21 | [ACI Logistics Limited](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/aci-logistics-limited) (shwapno.com)<br>Operates 834 retail stores across Bangladesh serving daily customers with quality products while maintaining dominant market share in the modern trade sector. | Retail | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 1,674 | 2008 |
| 22 | [Southeast Bank PLC.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/southeast-bank-plc) (southeastbank.com.bd)<br>A pioneering banking institution focused on contributing to the national economy, promoting gender equality, and maintaining a culture of trust and excellence in service | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 1,555 | 1995 |
| 23 | [NCC Bank PLC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ncc-bank-plc) (nccbank.com.bd)<br>A financial institution established in 1985, offering personalized services and innovative financial products to support industrial, trade, and foreign exchange activities | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 1,516 |  |
| 24 | [IDLC Finance PLC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/idlc-finance-plc) (idlc.com)<br>The largest non-banking financial institution in Bangladesh offering loans, deposits, and capital market services to corporate, consumer, and SME clients | Financial Services | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 1,511 |  |
| 25 | [UDVASH-উদ্ভাস](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/udvash) (udvash.com)<br>The organization focuses on innovative education methods to prepare students not just for exams, but also critical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities | Education | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 1,510 | 2000 |
| 26 | [Walton Hi-Tech Industries PLC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/walton-hi-tech-industries-plc-dhaka) (waltonplc.com)<br>A leading manufacturer of refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, televisions, and motorcycles in Bangladesh and South Asia with a focus on customer satisfaction and innovation | Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 1,489 |  |
| 27 | [Bata Bangladesh](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bata-bangladesh) (batabd.com)<br>Established in 1894, a globally recognized shoe manufacturer creating stylish and affordable footwear, operating in over 75 countries with 5,300 retail outlets | Retail | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 1,467 | 1894 |
| 28 | [Singer Bangladesh Ltd](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/singer-bangladesh-ltd) (singerbd.com)<br>A multi-national retailer in Bangladesh, manufacturing and marketing consumer electronics, home appliances, and furniture through a large chain of retail stores and pioneering in e-commerce | Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 1,464 |  |
| 29 | [First Security Islami Bank PLC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/first-security-islami-bank-plc) (fsibplc.com)<br>A banking institution in Bangladesh providing commercial banking services based on Islamic principles, with a focus on customer satisfaction and sustainable growth | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 1,333 | 1999 |
| 30 | [NRBC Bank PLC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/nrbc-bank-plc) (nrbcommercialbank.com)<br>A new bank focusing on economic development of Bangladesh, attracting investments from expatriates and foreign investors, while prioritizing skilled workforce and technology | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 1,327 | 2013 |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 12, 2026.

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