The DSE Brokers Association of Bangladesh (DBA) has welcomed the Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission's (BSEC) initiative to amend the BSEC (Margin) Rules, 2025, describing it as a positive step towards strengthening the country's capital market. In a press release, the association expressed gratitude to BSEC Chairman Masud Khan and the commissioners for initiating the reform process.
The DBA also thanked the BSEC for holding a consultation meeting on July 13 with representatives of the DSE Brokers Association of Bangladesh (DBA) and the Bangladesh Merchant Bankers Association (BMBA). The association said the commission attentively heard the proposals, opinions, and concerns raised by market participants regarding the proposed amendments and assured them that their recommendations would be duly considered in the reform process.
According to the DBA, the market-oriented and pragmatic initiative would help establish a balanced, modern, and forward-looking regulatory framework for margin trading, contributing to the orderly, transparent, and sustainable development of Bangladesh's capital market. The association expressed hope that the draft of the amended Margin Rules, 2025 would soon be published for public consultation.
DBA President Saiful Islam said the association fully supports the reform initiatives undertaken by the BSEC to build a stronger, more modern, and investor-friendly capital market. He reaffirmed the association's commitment to working closely with the regulator in implementing future reforms aimed at further developing the country's capital market.
The DBA said it would submit detailed observations and recommendations to the commission after reviewing the draft, if necessary. The association believes that the amendments will create a more stable and efficient margin trading environment, benefiting both investors and market participants.
