The benchmark index of the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) bounced back slightly today, ending a two-day losing streak, despite mixed performance across segments and indices.
The DSEX, the key index of the bourse, inched up by 0.36 points to close at 5,062.20, marking a minimal yet positive move.
In contrast, other indices declined:
- The DSES, which tracks Shariah-compliant stocks, edged down 0.14% to 1,102.46
- The DS30, comprising blue-chip stocks, fell 0.47% to 1,890.92
🔹 Turnover Rebounds, Market Activity Picks Up
Market turnover, a key indicator of investor participation, increased to Tk 653.69 crore, up from Tk 564.37 crore in the previous session, reflecting improved trading sentiment.
A total of 205,628 trades were executed, with block transactions amounting to Tk 17.90 crore across 33 scrips.
🔹 Mixed Market Breadth
Market breadth painted a mixed picture:
- 163 stocks advanced
- 156 declined
- 76 remained unchanged
Among A-category stocks, the trend was slightly negative with 84 gainers and 97 losers.
The B-category showed better sentiment, with 44 gainers against 23 losers.
There was no trading in the N-category during the session.
🔹 Segment-wise Highlights
- Mutual Funds: 4 gained, 19 declined
- Corporate Bonds: 1 issue advanced
- Government Bonds: 3 issues declined
🔹 Top Gainers & Losers
- Top Gainer: Apex Spinning & Knitting Mills, up 10%
- Top Loser: Jute Spinners, down 7%
Despite the marginal index recovery, sector-wise and stock-wise movements suggest cautious investor behavior amid selective buying.