The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has maintained its economic growth forecast for Bangladesh at 3.8% for the current fiscal 2024-25, consistent with its December projection, but anticipates a stronger recovery, forecasting growth of 6.5% in FY26.

Bangladesh is increasingly attracting foreign investors, especially in the fields of technology and digital services, according to Mike Orgill, head of public policy and government relations for Asia-Pacific at Uber.

Market continues the losing streak for the 7th consecutive day. The broad market DSEX index went down by 18.28 points (-0.36%) to close at 5,026.57 points at the day's end. Market movement today was driven by negative changes in the market cap of Travel & Leisure, Paper & Printing, and Bank scrips amid positive changes in the market cap of Mutual Fund, Food & Allied, and Jute scrips.

The strong inflow of remittances has continued into April, with expatriates sending USD 1.78 bn in the first 19 days of the month.

Market falls for the 6th consecutive day. The broad market DSEX index went down by 29.53 points (-0.58%) to close at 5,044.85 points at the day's end. Market movement today was driven by negative changes in the market cap of Paper & Printing, Bank, and Travel & Leisure scrips amid positive changes in the market cap of Fuel & Power, Cement, and Textile scrips.

Market starts the week in red, hitting nearly 6-month low The broad market DSEX index went down by 22.95 points (-0.45%) to close at 5,074.38 points at the day's end. Market movement today was driven by negative changes in the market cap of Travel & Leisure, Paper & Printing, and Financial Institutions scrips amid positive changes in the market cap of General Insurance, Telecommunication, and Tannery Industries scrips.

The sluggish pace of tax collection by the National Board of Revenue (NBR) has heightened concerns over meeting the targets set by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), casting a shadow over the government's fiscal performance.

Shanta Securities launched ShantaEasyX app, designed to provide investors with a one-stop solution for monitoring the stock market, accessing research insights, managing transactions, and staying updated with the latest financial news, according to a statement.

Market continues losing trend for the 4th consecutive day, hitting 5.5-month low. The broad market DSEX index went down by 8.36 points (-0.16%) to close at 5,097.33 points at the day's end. Market movement today was driven by negative changes in the market cap of Travel & Leisure, Paper & Printing, and Financial Institutions scrips amid positive changes in the market cap of Bank, Food & Allied, and Mutual Fund scrips.

Market closes in red for the 2nd consecutive week with a declining turnover. The broad market DSEX index went down by 107.91 points to close at 5,097.33 (-2.07%) points at the day's end. Market movement this week was driven by negative changes in the market cap of Bank, Pharmaceuticals & Chemicals, and Engineering scrips amid positive changes in the market cap of General Insurance scrips.

DSEX falls for the 3rd consecutive day, hitting 4-month low. The broad market DSEX index went down by 26.33 points (-0.51%) to close at 5,105.69 points at the day's end. Market movement today was driven by negative changes in the market cap of Travel & Leisure, Paper & Printing, and Bank scrips amid positive changes in the market cap of Fuel & Power, General Insurance, and Textile scrips.

Bangladesh's foreign exchange reserves crossed USD 21 bn after almost 10 months thanks to an increased inflow of foreign currency generated by remittances and export earnings

Market hits 2-month low with lower turnover. The broad market DSEX index went down by 35.55 points (-0.68%) to close at 5,169.68 points at the day's end. Market movement today was driven by negative changes in the market cap of Travel & Leisure, Bank, and Paper & Printing scrips amid positive changes in the market cap of Cement, Food & Allied, and Jute scrips.

The government is expected to rationalise tariff rates on numerous items next fiscal year to help Bangladesh prepare for challenges after graduation from least developed country (LDC) status in November 2026.

Market extends with higher turnover. The broad market DSEX index went up by 9.19 points (0.18%) to close at 5,205.23 points at the day's end. Market movement today was driven by positive changes in the market cap of Travel & Leisure, Cement, and Textile scrips amid negative changes in the market cap of Paper & Printing, Life Insurance, and Bank scrips.