Dhaka, July 22 -- In a clear sign of renewed investor confidence, the benchmark DSEX index of the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) surged 25 points on Monday (21 July), closing at 5,219 - crossing the 5,200 mark for the first time in over three months. The rally was driven primarily by strong performances from heavyweight large-cap stocks.
Trading activity also gained momentum, with daily turnover rising by 11 percent to reach Tk 800 crore - the highest since 5 November last year, when turnover stood at Tk 839 crore. The increase in turnover reflects growing investor participation amid signs of a market rebound.
Despite some profit-booking, the DSEX posted a 0.49 percent gain, extending its winning streak to five consecutive sessions. The blue-...