stock market in Bangladesh

Stocks rise after two-day fall

The indices of the stock market in Bangladesh rose yesterday after falling for two consecutive trading days as investors poured funds on low-priced shares to pocket short-term gains amid price swings..The rise was led by an increase in share prices of companies like Islami Bank Bangladesh,
2 December 2024, 18:03 PM

Stocks continue to bleed as investment stagnates

The stock market in Bangladesh extended a losing streak for a third consecutive trading day yesterday as skittish investors were reluctant to pour fresh funds due to political and economic uncertainties..As a result, both the Dhaka and Chattogram bourses witnessed thin participation of inv
26 November 2024, 06:00 AM

Stocks fall after two-day rise

Major indices of the stock market in Bangladesh fell yesterday, snapping a two-day gaining streak as investors cautiously traded select shares to pocket short-term gains amid price fluctuations resulting from earnings disclosures by listed companies..The DSEX, which reflects the cumulative
17 November 2024, 14:48 PM

Stocks fall on poor performance of large companies

Indexes of the stock market in Bangladesh declined yesterday on rising the day before, largely due to the poor performance of Islami Bank Bangladesh along with the large-cap and blue-chip shares amid sales pressures..Large-cap refers to shares which account for large amounts in market capi
12 November 2024, 18:00 PM

Stocks fall sharply after 27 firms listed to Z category

Stock markets in Bangladesh fell sharply yesterday as investors went on a spree selling shares of 27 firms which were downgraded to the Z or junk category by Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE)..The DSE downgraded the 27 businesses on Wednesday for violating securities laws by failing to properly p
26 September 2024, 18:00 PM

Stocks rise for second day

The stock markets in Bangladesh rose for a second consecutive day yesterday as investors made cautious purchases of lucrative blue-chip shares hoping for corporate companies to soon make healthy earnings disclosures..Islami Bank Bangladesh, Beacon Pharmaceuticals, Grameenphone, Olympic Ind
24 September 2024, 18:11 PM

Stocks end flat but turnover rises 13%

Stock markets in Bangladesh experienced a slight downturn yesterday, following two consecutive days of gains last week. .Cautious investors traded lucrative shares, particularly blue-chip ones, amid ongoing price fluctuations. A blue chip is a well-established and financially sound company
22 September 2024, 18:00 PM

Stocks close in the black

The stock market in Bangladesh closed in the black with the major index crossing the 5,700-point mark yesterday as investors cautiously traded lucrative shares of blue-chip and large-cap sectors amidst price fluctuations..A blue chip is a nationally or internationally recognised, well-esta
19 September 2024, 18:04 PM

Stock indices at nearly 4-year low

The DSEX, the benchmark index of the country’s premier bourse, dropped 0.70 percent to close the session at 5,070 points. This is the lowest point to be reached since December 9, 2020, when the index stood at 5069.88 points.
12 June 2024, 03:09 AM

Stocks plunge on the first day after price curbs removed

Stock index in DSE dropped 1.52 percent today, the first day since floor price was lifted
21 January 2024, 05:31 AM

'Floor price for stocks should not be reintroduced'

Floor price should not be reintroduced as its unfriendly to both investors and market, said Saiful Islam, president of DBA
20 January 2024, 20:30 PM

BSEC measures to prop up stocks backfiring

The main index of the stock market in Bangladesh has been hovering around 6,300 for the past year, with many shares remaining unsold amid scant investor participation, according to market analysts..Besides, only junk stocks are performing well thanks to the prevalence of rumour-based tradi
15 October 2023, 01:00 AM

Everything that's wrong with our stock market right now

Only two years ago, Bangladesh's stock market was termed 'hidden gem.'
5 September 2023, 14:00 PM

Why foreign banks shun stock market

Nine foreign banks operating in Bangladesh hardly invest in the stock market owing largely to irregularities, speculation-driven investments and an inadequate number of well-performing companies that have gone public.  
14 August 2023, 00:00 AM

Stock market during last fiscal year: Indices moving nowhere for floor price

The main index of the stock market in Bangladesh remained relatively unchanged over the past fiscal year as most scrips were stuck at their floor price, according to market analysts.
4 July 2023, 00:40 AM

DSE, CSE rise in morning trade

The DSEX, the benchmark index of the premier bourse in Bangladesh, gained 16 points, or 0.25 per cent, to 6,327 at 11:28 am.
22 June 2023, 05:51 AM

DSE edges down, CSE inches up 

The DSEX, the benchmark index of the premier bourse in Bangladesh, lost 1 point, or 0.02 per cent, to 6,300 at 11:40 am.
21 June 2023, 06:25 AM

DSE, CSE up in morning trade

The Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) rose in the morning session today.
18 May 2023, 06:15 AM

Dhaka, Chattogram stocks inch up

The prime index of the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) rose slightly today.
17 May 2023, 07:33 AM

DSE, CSE trade lower

The Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) fell in the morning trade today.
14 May 2023, 06:14 AM