Investors commenced trading this week with renewed optimism following a period of market decline caused by underwhelming earnings disclosures from numerous listed companies.
The DSEX, the benchmark index of the Dhaka Stock Exchange, rose by 35.70 points or 0.69%, reaching 5,141.14 as of 11am on Sunday (15 December).
Market breadth was positive, with 223 issues advancing, 58 declining, and 83 remaining unchanged. The total turnover amounted to Tk65.42 crore.
Among individual stocks, Hami Industries emerged as the top gainer, with its shares climbing over 9%.
In contrast, shares of Regent Textile Mills fell by more than 5%.
The Chittagong Stock Exchange (CSE) also recorded gains, with the All Share Price Index rising by 22.81 points or 0.15% to settle at 14,326.82.
