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Stocks closed the week on a sharp downturn on Thursday as key indices at both the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) and the Chittagong Stock Exchange (CSE) fell significantly, with most listed companies witnessing price erosion and overall turnover declining. The market failed to rebound on the last trading day despite three consecutive sessions of losses. The benchmark DSEX index of the Dhaka bourse shed 53 points at the close after remaining in the red throughout the session. The Shariah-based DSES index lost 10 points, while the blue-chip DS30 index declined by 12 points. Losers dominated the DSE trading floor, as prices of 313 companies declined against 46 gainers, while 33 issues remained unchanged. The turnover at the DSE dropped by Tk 376 crore to Tk 559 crore, down from Tk 935 crore in the previous session. In the block market, shares worth Tk 29 crore from 24 companies were traded, with National Bank PLC posting the highest block turnover of Tk 6 crore. Rahima Food Corporation Limited topped the DSE gainers’ chart with a 6 percent rise, while First Finance Limited plunged 10 percent to become the worst loser. Meanwhile, the CSE also witnessed a notable decline, with its benchmark CASPI index falling by 79 points. Stocks slide at DSE, CSE in early trading Of the traded issues at the port city bourse, 113 declined, 46 advanced and 23 remained unchanged. The turnover at the CSE fell by nearly Tk 8 crore to Tk 13 crore, compared to Tk 21 crore in the previous session. Premier Leasing & Finance Limited emerged as the top gainer at the CSE with an almost 8 percent increase, while NRB Bank PLC declined 10 percent to end as the worst performer.

Trading at the country’s two bourses witnessed a downward trend in the first half on Thursday, the last working day of the week, with key indices slipping amid a majority of issues closing lower. At the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE), the benchmark DSEX lost 8 points during the first half of trading. The Shariah-based DSES index shed 2 points, while the blue-chip DS30 index edged up by 1 point. Most of the traded issues declined in price. Of the total scrips traded, 195 advanced declined, 126 gained and 69 remained unchanged. The turnover at the DSE stood at Tk 320 crore in the first half of the session. Meanwhile, the Chittagong Stock Exchange (CSE) also experienced a fall in its key index. The CSE All Share Price Index (CASPI) dropped by 4 points in early trading. Of the issues traded at the CSE, 66 declined, 37 advanced and 13 remained unchanged. The port city bourse recorded a turnover of Tk 4 crore in the first half of the day’s trading.

Stocks at the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) extended their losing streak for a second straight session on Tuesday, with prices falling for most companies amid a slight decline in overall turnover. On the third trading day of the week, the benchmark DSEX slipped 18 points, while the Shariah-based DSES shed 1 point and the blue-chip DS30 slipped 9 points. Market breadth remained negative as 238 issues declined against 131 gainers, while 27 securities closed unchanged. Despite the easing trend, the turnover stayed above Tk 1,200 crore for the third consecutive session. The total transactions amounted to Tk 1,222 crore, down from Tk 1,257 crore in the previous session. In the block market, shares worth Tk 17 crore of 40 companies were traded, with Fine Foods Limited accounting for the highest turnover at Tk 1.5 crore. AB Bank PLC topped the gainers’ list on the DSE, rising nearly 9.5 percent, while Bay Leasing and Investment Limited sank about 9.5 percent to finish at the bottom. Stocks edge up at DSE, CSE in early trading The bearish sentiment also weighed on the Chittagong Stock Exchange (CSE), where the overall CASPI index fell 13 points. At the port city bourse, 110 issues declined against 94 gainers, while 27 remained unchanged. The turnover, however, improved to Tk 21 crore from Tk 13 crore a day earlier. Prime Finance and Investment Limited emerged as the top gainer on the CSE with a 10 percent rise, while ICB AMCL First Agrani Bank Mutual Fund lost 10 percent to end as the worst performer.

Trading at Bangladesh’s capital market moved upward in early hours on Tuesday, with key indices rising on both the bourses and the majority of listed companies posting gains. At the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE), the benchmark DSEX gained 13 points in the first hour of trading on the third working day of the week. The Shariah-based DSES advanced 4 points, while the blue-chip DS30 index declined by 2 points. Out of the traded issues, 177 companies saw price appreciation, while 153 declined and 63 remained unchanged. DSE slips after previous surge, turnover declines In the first half of the session, shares and units worth over Tk 700 crore were traded at the DSE. Meanwhile, trading at the Chittagong Stock Exchange (CSE) also witnessed an upward trend, with its key CASPI index climbing 59 points. Of the issues traded at the CSE, 82 advanced, 61 declined and 32 remained unchanged. During the same period, shares and units worth nearly Tk 6.5 crore were traded on the CSE.  

The benchmark index of the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) fell on Monday, a day after a major rally, as most listed companies witnessed price erosion and overall turnover declined. On the second trading day of the week, the DSEX, the prime index of the DSE, lost 11 points. The Shariah-based DSES dropped 8 points, while the blue-chip DS30 index shed 9 points. The total turnover at the DSE stood at Tk 1,257 crore, down from Tk 1,275 crore in the previous session. DSE slips, CSE gains in early trading Most of the traded issues ended lower, with 218 companies posting losses against 153 gainers, while prices of 26 companies remained unchanged. In the block market, shares worth Tk 32 crore were traded from 26 companies, with Grameenphone topping the list with Tk 14 crore worth of shares changing hands. Premier Bank PLC emerged as the top gainer at the DSE, advancing nearly 10 percent, while ICB Islamic Bank PLC was the worst loser, shedding around 10 percent. Meanwhile, trading at the Chittagong Stock Exchange (CSE) ended on a positive note, with its benchmark CASPI index rising by 7 points. DSE revises trading hours for Ramadan Out of the traded issues, 116 companies advanced, 90 declined and 22 remained unchanged. The turnover at the CSE, however, dropped to Tk 13 crore from Tk 24 crore in the previous session. Safko Spinning Mills Ltd topped the gainers’ chart at the CSE with nearly 10 percent price appreciation, while Shepherd Industries PLC was the worst performer, losing around 10 percent.

Bangladesh’s capital market showed mixed trends in the first half of trading on Monday, with the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) witnessing a decline while the Chittagong Stock Exchange (CSE) posted gains. During the second working day of the week, the DSE’s benchmark index, DSEX, slipped by 3 points. The Shariah-based index DSES also edged down by 3 points, while the blue-chip index DS30 lost 9 points. In the first two hours of trading, shares and units worth over Tk 800 crore were traded on the DSE. Decliners outnumbered gainers, as the prices of 196 companies fell against advances by 159, while shares of 36 companies remained unchanged. In contrast, trading at the CSE remained upbeat. DSE revises trading hours for Ramadan The overall index CASPI rose by 23 points during the first half of the session. Most companies at the CSE ended higher, with share prices of 91 companies advancing against declines by 66, while prices of 14 companies remained unchanged. The turnover at the port city bourse stood at around Tk 10 crore in the first half of trading.    

The Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) on Monday has announced revised trading hours for the capital market during the holy month of Ramadan. In a notice issued at morning, the premier bourse said trading will take place from 10:00am to 1:40pm throughout Ramadan. The post-closing session will be held from 1:40pm to 1:50pm. However, the DSE’s official office hours will run from 9:00am to 3:30pm during the month. It said normal trading hours will resume after the end of Ramadan and the Eid-ul-Fitr holidays. At that time, trading will continue from 10:00am to 2:30pm, as per the regular schedule. Earlier, Bangladesh Bank also announced revised office and transaction hours for banks during Ramadan. Post-election stability boosts stocks; DSE posts 5-month high turnover Under the new schedule, banking transactions will be conducted from 9:30am to 2:30pm, Sunday through Thursday. Banks will remain open from 9:30am to 4:00pm, while Friday and Saturday will continue to be weekly holidays.  

Dhaka Stock Exchange PLC (DSE) and Impact Investment Exchange (IIX) on Sunday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate on introducing and promoting Orange capital instruments, including Orange Bonds and Sukuk, in Bangladesh’s capital market. The MoU was signed at the DSE boardroom by DSE Managing Director Nuzhat Anwar and IIX Founder and CEO Prof Durreen Shahnaz. Under the agreement, DSE will explore facilitating the listing of Orange Bonds and Sukuk under a dedicated thematic or sustainable finance category, subject to regulatory approvals.  The initiative aims to position Orange instruments as credible thematic debt securities within Bangladesh’s capital market. Symbolising the colour of United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 5 (SDG 5) on gender equality, the Orange Movement seeks to mobilise $10 billion globally at the intersection of gender equality and climate action. “Capital markets play a vital role in channeling long-term finance toward national development priorities,” said Nuzhat Anwar, adding that the collaboration reflects DSE’s commitment to deepening the market and supporting sustainable financial instruments that deliver measurable social and environmental outcomes alongside financial returns. Prof Durreen Shahnaz said Bangladesh stands at a critical juncture in realigning its financial markets with inclusive economic growth priorities. “We look forward to collaborating with DSE to jointly advance the Orange capital market, championing gender equality and climate action while strengthening trust, transparency and credibility in Bangladesh’s financial system.” The partnership will combine IIX’s global experience in impact investing and gender-lens finance with DSE’s central role in developing the country’s capital market ecosystem. The MoU also outlines plans for joint advocacy, market promotion and capacity-building initiatives, including workshops, investor engagement programmes and policy dialogues with regulators, financial institutions and development partners. All activities will be carried out in line with Bangladesh’s regulatory framework and subject to approval by the relevant authorities. Founded in 2009, IIX operates in 60 countries and has mobilised nearly $500 million in private capital, impacting more than 185 million lives and avoiding over 1.9 million metric tons of carbon emissions through its impact-driven financing initiatives. Officials from both organisations and representatives from market intermediaries were present at the signing ceremony.

Bangladesh’s capital market rebounded sharply on Sunday as trading resumed after a four-day holiday for the 13th parliamentary election, with the benchmark index surging and turnover on the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) hitting a five-month high. The turnover crossed Tk 200 crore within the first 30 minutes of trading and surpassed Tk 500 crore before noon. By the end of the session, total turnover stood at Tk 1,275 crore, the highest in the past five months. Stocks surge in early trading at DSE, CSE It was also the first time in 2026 that daily turnover exceeded Tk 1,000 crore. Investors said the market had been struggling in the months leading up to the election, with trading volume at one point falling to around Tk 200 crore, as many investors stayed on the sidelines amid uncertainty. The completion of what they described as a credible election and a stable post-election environment helped restore confidence. “The turnover had dropped to nearly Tk 200 crore, whereas in September 2025 it exceeded Tk 1,400 crore. If the country remains stable after the election, daily turnover could even cross Tk 1,500 crore,” said investor Altaf Hossain. Another investor, Hamidur Rahman, said sustained momentum would encourage both retail and institutional investors to return to the market. DSE Director Minhaz Mannan Emon expressed optimism about the market’s long-term outlook, citing reform initiatives taken by the Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC). “The commission has taken a number of reform measures, including changes related to initial public offerings, merchant banks and margin loans, which will help ensure greater transparency and discipline in the market,” he said. Market insiders said stronger investor participation could attract quality IPOs and multinational companies to list, enabling the market to regain its vibrancy. Abu Ahmed, chairman of the state-owned Investment Corporation of Bangladesh (ICB), said he expects reputable companies to enter the market during the tenure of the newly elected government. “There has been no quality IPOs in the past 18 months. With limitations in the IPO process addressed and a credible election now completed, there are no major obstacles to bringing good companies to the market. A single strong listing can change the entire market outlook,” he said. BSEC spokesperson Abul Kalam urged policymakers to consider the impact of any financial decisions on the capital market, noting that certain steps taken by state financial institutions and the central bank in recent months had hurt investor sentiment. On Sunday, the DSE broad index DSEX jumped 200 points, over 3.5 percent, to close at 5,600 points. The Shariah-based DSES gained 30 points, while the blue-chip DS30 index rose 86 points — up 2 percent and 4 percent respectively. Out of 394 traded issues, 364 advanced, 26 declined and four remained unchanged. In block trading, shares worth Tk 12 crore of 39 companies were transacted, with Orion Infusion Limited leading the chart at Tk 2 crore. One Bank PLC topped the gainers’ list on the DSE with a 10 percent rise, while Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC fell nearly 5 percent to become the day’s worst performer. The rally extended to the Chittagong Stock Exchange (CSE), where the CASPI index soared 484 points — the highest single-day gain in 2026. The turnover at the CSE stood at Tk 24 crore, up from Tk 9 crore in the previous session, marking an increase of Tk 15 crore in a single trading day. Of the traded issues, 220 advanced, 17 declined and 10 remained unchanged. FAS Finance and Investment Limited gained nearly 15 percent to top the CSE gainers, while Northern Islami Insurance PLC shed around 10 percent to close at the bottom.  

Bangladesh’s capital market recorded its highest daily turnover of 2026 on Tuesday, the last trading day before a four-day closure due to the national election and the weekly holidays. The Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) saw transactions worth nearly Tk 800 crore, the highest so far this year. Trading began on a positive note in the morning, with turnover crossing Tk 300 crore within the first two hours. By the end of the session, the total turnover stood at Tk 790 crore. Previously, the highest turnover this year was Tk 746 crore on February 2. With Tuesday’s performance, the market has crossed Tk 700 crore in daily turnover on three occasions so far in 2026. All indices posted gains during the day. The benchmark DSEX surged by 87 points, while the Shariah-based DSES rose by 19 points and the blue-chip DS30 advanced by 27 points. Stocks surge in early trading at DSE, CSE Most listed companies ended higher, as share prices of 288 companies increased against declines in 67, while prices of 37 companies remained unchanged. In the block market, shares of 26 companies worth Tk 23 crore were traded, with Apex Spinning and Knitting Mills Limited topping the list by selling shares worth Tk 8 crore. Al-Arafah Islami Bank PLC topped the DSE gainers’ chart with a 10 percent rise, while Keya Cosmetics Limited was the day’s worst performer, losing around 5.5 percent. The Chittagong Stock Exchange (CSE) also witnessed a strong rally, with its overall index CASPI jumping by 241 points. On the CSE, prices of 166 companies advanced against declines in 24, while 13 issues remained unchanged. The total turnover at the bourse stood at Tk 9 crore, up from Tk 8 crore in the previous session. Apollo Ispat Complex Limited emerged as the top gainer on the CSE with a 10 percent rise, while Global Heavy Chemicals Limited ended at the bottom, shedding more than 9 percent.