The Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) experienced a fourth consecutive trading session of gains on July 14, 2026, as the benchmark DSEX index rose 44.7 points to close at 5,911. This marks the first time the index has crossed the 5,900-point mark in nearly two years. The rally was driven by strong investor optimism over proposed margin rule revisions and initiatives aimed at improving market liquidity through faster share settlement and scrip netting.
The market opened on a positive note and maintained its upward momentum throughout the session, supported by broad-based buying and robust investor participation. Strong late-session buying further boosted the benchmark index. Despite renewed tensions in the Middle East, investor confidence remained resilient, with market participants largely overlooking external uncertainties.
Turnover on the premier bourse rose 16.4 percent to Tk 16.5 billion from Tk 14.2 billion in the previous session, reflecting increased trading activity. Among the sectors, textile accounted for the largest share of turnover at 14.1 percent, followed by general insurance (13.7 percent) and engineering (9.3 percent).
Most sectors ended higher, led by cement, which gained 3.5 percent, followed by tannery (1.8 percent) and jute (1.7 percent). On the downside, life insurance fell 0.7 percent, while mutual funds and general insurance declined 0.6 percent and 0.5 percent, respectively. Out of the 396 issues traded, 199 advanced, 130 declined and 67 remained unchanged.
Meanwhile, the Chittagong Stock Exchange (CSE) also closed higher. Its Selective Categories' Index (CSCX) rose 38.6 points, while the All Share Price Index (CASPI) gained 67.5 points.
