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The country’s two stock exchanges witnessed a rise in the first hour of trading with most company shares advancing. At the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE), the benchmark index DSEX gained 4 points in the first hour, while the Shariah-based DSES added 3 points. The blue-chip DS30, however, slipped 2 points. Of the issues traded, 213 advanced, 107 declined and 69 remained unchanged. The turnover at the DSE crossed Tk 400 crore during the period. Stock indices rise in early trading at DSE, CSE The Chittagong Stock Exchange (CSE) also saw a modest rise, with its overall index advancing 3 points. Out of 105 issues traded, prices rose for 51, fell for 45 and remained unchanged for 9. The turnover at the CSE stood at Tk 2 crore in the first hour.

Asian stocks mostly advanced Thursday after a rebound in technology shares lifted Wall Street and a softer U.S. dollar made regional assets more attractive. Japan’s Nikkei 225 gained 1.2% to 42,437.37, Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 added 0.6% and South Korea’s Kospi edged up 0.2%. Taiwan rose 0.7% and India’s Sensex climbed 0.6%. However, Hong Kong’s Hang Seng fell 1.1% to 25,006.22 and Shanghai’s Composite dropped nearly 2% to 3,738.32 amid concerns of tighter regulatory controls. On Wall Street Wednesday, Alphabet jumped 9.1% after easing fears in its antitrust case, fueling a broader tech rally. The S&P 500 rose 0.5%, ending a two-day slide, while the Nasdaq added 1% and the Dow slipped 0.1%. Bond yields also eased after weak U.S. job openings data boosted expectations the Federal Reserve could cut rates this month. The 10-year Treasury yield retreated to 4.22% from 4.28%. Nippon Sanso Holdings launches unified global brand logo under “NIPPON SANSO” name Lower rates could support growth but also risk fueling inflation, especially as tariffs raise import costs. In commodities, U.S. crude fell 42 cents to $63.55 a barrel, while Brent lost 35 cents to $67.25. The dollar edged up to 148.24 yen, while the euro slipped to $1.1653. Source: Agency 

The Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) recorded its highest turnover in a year on Wednesday, surpassing the previous peak seen on August 11, 2024. On the fourth trading day, shares and units worth Tk 1397 crore changed hands on the DSE, the highest single-day turnover so far in 2025. Earlier, the highest turnover was Tk 2010 crore recorded on August 11 last year. The DSE’s key index, DSEX, gained 10 points, while the Shariah-based DSES and the blue-chip DS30 indices closed almost flat. Of the 396 companies traded, prices rose for 184 issues, declined for 165, and remained unchanged for 47. Market data showed most ‘A’ category stocks, which generally offer the highest dividends, advanced, while ‘B’ and ‘Z’ category shares saw losses. In the block market, 28 companies traded shares worth Tk40 crore, with Khan Brothers topping the list with Tk 12 crore in transactions. Stock indices rise in early trading at DSE, CSE Intech Limited led the DSE gainers with over 9% rise, while HR Textile declined the most, losing 10%. The upward momentum was mirrored in the Chittagong Stock Exchange (CSE), where the broad index rose by 78 points. Among the 242 companies traded on the CSE, prices increased for 123, declined for 94, and remained unchanged for 25. The turnover on the CSE stood at Tk21 crore, up from Tk14 crore in the previous session. Intech Limited also topped the CSE gainers with a 10% rise, while Fareast Finance and Investment Ltd slumped 10% to become the worst performer.

Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) has sought the cooperation of the ‘Global Buyers Forum’ to introduce a ‘Unified Code of Conduct’ for a sustainable garment supply chain. The issue was a priority during a meeting held on Wednesday at the BGMEA building in Uttara, attended by representatives from 40 brands across various countries. The Global Buyers Forum, a platform of international buyers, requested that Bangladesh develop its logistics sector, ease the complexities of customs and National Board of Revenue, reform, labor laws, ensure a decent working environment, and implement environmental due diligence for a more sustainable supply chain. Discussions at the meeting covered a wide range of topics, including the 20 percent US tariff on Bangladeshi products, product diversification, labour sector reforms, renewable energy use, Bangladesh's readiness for LDC graduation, and challenges related to the GSP Plus threshold. BGMEA Director Nafis-Ud-Doula gave a presentation on the "Unified Code of Conduct," explaining that this system would simplify audits, promote corporate social responsibility, and reduce pressure on factories. BGMEA President Mahmud Hasan Khan highlighted the recent progress in ‘Labour Reforms’ in Bangladesh, stating that these changes are not only to meet international standards but also to ensure a sustainable and safe industrial environment. He called on brands to partner with Bangladesh in this positive transformation. BGMEA leaders also urged brands to increase their sourcing from Bangladesh and strengthen partnerships with local suppliers to produce more innovative, high-quality products. Brand representatives noted that there is significant opportunity for growth through fashion designing within the industry. They advised the BGMEA to open a technical design section at the BGMEA University of Fashion & Technology (BUFT) and to employ young fashion designers at the factory level. This, they said, is a key expectation of brands from Bangladeshi garment exporters. BGMEA leaders also called on brands to support entrepreneurs by developing better pricing models and efficiency models to make the industry more competitive and ethically strong. The brand representatives present assured their continued support for the development of Bangladesh's garment industry. Asia Foundation to work in collaboration with BGMEA to develop skills of female workers in RMG sector Both the BGMEA and Buyers Forum exchanged views on how to further strengthen cooperation to ensure a sustainable supply chain. The meeting was attended by a BGMEA delegation led by President Mahmud Hasan Khan, which included First Vice President Salim Rahman, Vice Presidents Md. Rezwan Selim, Mizanur Rahman, Vidiya Amrit Khan, Md. Shihab Uddoza Chowdhury, and several other directors and standing committee chairmen.

The Dhaka Stock Exchange Brokers’ Association of Bangladesh (DBA) has appreciated Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission’s (BSEC’s) decision to directly list 10 multinational companies, including Unilever and Nestlé, in the country’s capital market. DBA President Saiful Islam said the move has instilled confidence among investors and market intermediaries regarding the inclusion of large domestic and foreign companies in the market. “Effective implementation of the commission’s initiative to list domestic and foreign companies in the stock market will increase product availability, meet investor demand, and strengthen our capital market into a more robust and prosperous platform,” Saiful said. For a long time, he said, no high-quality companies have entered the bourse, which has limited meaningful participation from domestic and foreign investors, leaving the market less stable and sustainable. “In the greater interest of the capital market, we have actively engaged with relevant government ministries, BSEC, DSE, and other stakeholders through correspondence, meetings, seminars and dialogue sessions to advocate for listing quality domestic and foreign companies. The benefits of these efforts are now coming to fruition,” Saiful added. The interim government has taken steps to directly list 10 multinational companies, including Unilever, Novartis, Syngenta, and Nestlé Bangladesh, on the stock market. Stock indices rise in early trading at DSE, CSE Last month the Ministry of Finance sent letters to the Ministry of Industries, Ministry of Commerce, and the Power and Energy Division to take the necessary measures for implementation. Sector analysts said the entry of multinational companies into the capital market is expected to have a positive impact on investment and the economy. It could also reduce government reliance on debt while improving overall market valuation, they said.

Bangladesh Bank has bought a total of $995 million from commercial banks over the past one and a half months through eight dollar auctions, as part of its efforts to stabilise the exchange rate and support remittance and export flows. Bangladesh Bank has purchased $47.5 million from eight commercial banks through a multiple price auction, reinforcing its intervention in the foreign exchange market to stabilise the taka and support remittance and export inflows. The auction was held on Tuesday, when the central bank bought the greenback at rates ranging between Tk121.70 and Tk121.75, with the cut-off set at Tk121.75, said Bangladesh Bank Executive Director and spokesperson Arief Hossain Khan. With this, the central bank’s total dollar purchase from commercial banks over the past one and a half months has reached $995 million through eight auctions. Bangladesh Bank launched the auction mechanism on July 13, when it bought $171 million at Tk121.50. This was followed by $313 million on July 15 at the same rate. Bangladesh Bank buys $83 million from 11 banks to keep dollar stable at Tk 121.50 On July 23, the central bank bought another $10 million at a higher cut-off of Tk121.95. It purchased $45 million more on August 7 at Tk121.35-121.50, and $83 million on August 10 at Tk121.47-121.50. Continuing its intervention, the central bank on August 28 bought $149.5 million at a cut-off of Tk121.70. According to the latest data, Bangladesh’s foreign exchange reserves stood at $31.39 billion in gross terms and $26.40 billion under the BPM6 accounting method as of September 2. Officials said the central bank’s dollar purchases are aimed at containing volatility in the forex market while ensuring adequate liquidity for banks handling remittance and export settlements.

Bangladesh Bank has signed participation agreements with 16 scheduled banks and four financial institutions under its Tk 500-crore refinance fund to expand low-cost loans and investments for startup entrepreneurs. Governor Dr Ahsan H Mansur joined the signing ceremony virtually, while Deputy Governor Nurun Nahar and Executive Director Husne Ara Shikha attended it in person at the central bank headquarters on Tuesday. On behalf of BB, Mohammad Mostafizur Rahman, director of the SME and Special Programs Department, signed the agreements with managing directors of the participating banks and financial institutions. FSIBL backs BB’s plan to form ‘United Islami Bank’ through merger As per the central bank’s master circular issued on July 9, entrepreneurs can now avail refinance loans and investments at a maximum interest/profit rate of 4%. The circular also raised loan ceilings for startups, setting limits between Tk 2 crore and Tk 8 crore. The meeting also discussed the formation of an equity investment company involving 52 partner banks to strengthen startup financing. Nagad to be privatised to boost MFS competition: BB Governor Officials said the initiative comes as startups increasingly drive innovation, create jobs and attract global investment linkages in line with the Sustainable Development Goals. The central bank hoped that the refinements will ease financing for promising ventures while accelerating the sustainable growth of the startup ecosystem.

Dhaka and Chattogram bourses witnessed an uptrend in early trading on Wednesday, as major indices and most company shares gained value. On the fourth working day of the week, DSEX, the key index of the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE), advanced by 28 points in the first hour of trading. Among other indices, the Shariah-based DSES gained 7 points, while the blue-chip DS30 surged by 90 points. Indices rebound at DSE, CSE after slump Of the issues traded during the period, 231 advanced, 91 declined and 69 remained unchanged. The turnover at the DSE crossed Tk 500 crore within the first hour. The upward momentum was also seen at the Chittagong Stock Exchange (CSE), where the overall index rose by 69 points. Stocks gain in early trading at Dhaka and Chattogram bourses Of the 124 issues traded there, prices of 74 advanced, 32 declined, and 18 remained unchanged, with turnover reaching Tk 2 crore in the first hour.

The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has decided to hold a ‘Meet-the-Business’ session on the second Wednesday of every month to strengthen trade facilitation through direct stakeholder engagement. The first session will be held on September 10 at 3pm at the NBR headquarters, according to a press release. The platform will allow business representatives to directly share field-level concerns related to customs, income tax and VAT with the NBR chairman and members. NBR officials said the discussions will help the board have a better understanding of operational challenges and work out effective solutions to improve revenue administration and trade services. Business representatives from different sectors are expected to attend and provide inputs on streamlining procedures and addressing sector-specific issues.