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Index, Turnover & Market Cap sees hikes on DSE Weekly Reports

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DSE Bourse Index Capitalization Weekly hikes bull market

Weekly Dhaka Stock Exchange, DSE, Dhaka Bourse has seen a hikes in turnover, market capitalization and indexes.  This information was disclosed in the weekly market review from the DSE

According to sources, (4 working days) the market capitalization of DSE hiked by Tk 2 thousand 168 crore 71 lakh 60 thousand 188  (24 April – 27 April). At the same time, the turnover has gained by 1 thousand 523 crore 67 lakh 11 thousand 513 taka.

The benchmark index ‘DSEX’ increased by 45.41 points or 0.73 percent, in the outgoing week. At the end of the week, the index stands at 6,274 points. The Shariah-based index ‘DSES’ gained 13.50 points or 1.00 percent and therefore the index stands at 1,362 points. The blue-chip index ‘DS30’ hiked 5.72 points or 0.26 percent, hence the index stands at 2,208 points.

Shares and units worth 2 thousand 998 crore 70 lakh 79 thousand 465 taka were traded in Dhaka Stock Exchange. At the end of the week, the market capitalization stood at 7 lakh 66 thousand 057 crore 69 lakh 59 thousand 214 taka.

Shares and units of 401 companies were traded on DSE during the week. Of these, 238 shares were unchanged. 33 companies declined, while 113 companies advanced.

Unique Hotel & Resorts PLC has ranked at the top of weekly trading on DSE. It is known that 2 crore 52 lakh 12 thousand 631 shares of the company were traded throughout the week. Its market value is 208 crore 62 lakh 56 thousand takas.

Apex Foods Limited has ranked at the top of weekly gainers on DSE. It is known that the share traded a total of Tk 55 crore 25 lakh 44 thousand, which is an average of 13 crore 81 lakh 36 thousand per day. The share has risen 39.79 pc to its highest price.

Uttara Bank Limited has ranked at the top of weekly losers on DSE. It is known the share traded a total of Tk 7 crore 73 lakh 51 thousand, which is an average of  1 crore 93 lakh 37 thousand 750 shares per day. The share has dropped 12.00 percent lowest in the last week.

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Index Values Experience Rollercoaster Ride Amidst Dull Turnover

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Dhaka Stock Exchange DSE, Bourse on the last working day of the week, March 28th, ended with a hike in Indices and drops in Turnover from the previous working session. This information is known from DSE sources.

411 crore 8 lakh taka shares were traded on this day. 127 crore 71 lahks taka less tradings were done in DSE today compared to the previous workday, 27th March, Shares worth Tk 538 crores 79 lakh shares were traded last time, Wednesday.

The benchmark DSEX added 15.64 points or 5,778 The Shariah-based index DSES gained 2.19 points or 1,254, and the blue-chip index DS30 decreased by 0.98 points or 2,011.

Of the issues traded, 221 advanced, 120 declined and 54 remained unchanged.

IPDC Finance Limited ranked top gainer on DSE, the share price increased by Tk 2.30 paisa or 9.79 percent. On this day, the share was last traded at Tk 25.80 paisa.

Mercantile Islami Insurance PLC ranked top loser on the DSE, the share price dropped by Tk 1.30 paisa or 3.90 percent. On this day, the share was last traded at Tk 31.70 paisa.

DSE topped on trade is Central Pharmaceuticals Limited 24 crore 48 lakh takas of company shares have been traded.

A total of 36 companies’ shares were traded in the Block on the Dhaka Stock Exchange, 37lakh 44 thousand 909 shares of the companies were traded. The financial value of which is 20 crore 48 lakh taka.

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Asian Markets Navigate Uncertainty Over Fed Rate Cuts

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Asian investors proceeded cautiously on Thursday following remarks from a Federal Reserve official suggesting a potential delay or reduction in interest rate cuts. Meanwhile, the yen maintained its gains after briefly reaching a 34-year low the previous day.

As a recent market rally begins to lose steam, traders are reassessing the US monetary policy outlook. Above-forecast inflation and economic data have led some to question whether the central bank can adhere to its projection of three rate cuts this year.

Confidence has been further shaken by recent comments from Fed officials. Atlanta president Raphael Bostic reiterated his stance of expecting only one rate cut this year, warning against hasty actions that could disrupt the market. Governor Lisa Cook also urged caution among decision-makers.

The latest remarks came from Fed governor Christopher Waller, who suggested a reduction in the number of rate cuts or delaying them in response to recent data. Waller noted progress in reducing inflation but expressed concern over slowed or stalled progress in recent months.

His comments preceded the release of the personal consumption expenditures (PCE) index, expected to show a slight increase, on Friday. Despite concerns, all three main indexes on Wall Street saw gains, with the S&P 500 reaching another record high.

In Asia, markets were mixed, with Hong Kong, Shanghai, Sydney, and Wellington posting gains while Singapore, Seoul, Taipei, and Jakarta declined. Tokyo saw a decline of over one percent as the yen stabilized after hitting its weakest level since 1990 against the dollar.

A Bank of Japan official’s comments warning of continued accommodative monetary policy contributed to the yen’s slide. Speculation has arisen regarding potential intervention to support the currency, with Vice Finance Minister Masato Kanda expressing readiness to take necessary measures.

Market analysts anticipate heightened anticipation for Bank of Japan intervention, particularly in light of recent yen fluctuations. Concerns persist over potential market disruptions in the absence of intervention before the weekend.

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Asian Tiger Growth Fund releases Q2 Financials

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One of the listed funds, Asian Tiger Sandhani Life Growth Fund discloses its financial reports for the second quarter, (October– December 23).

The company’s earnings per unit (EPU) loss Tk 0.01 paisa in Q2 of the current financial year (October – December 23). EPU was loss Tk 0.17 paisa during the same period last year. NAV per unit at market price was Tk. 10.20 as on December 31, 2023 and cost price was Tk. 11.07 as on December 31, 2023.

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