On October 3rd, 2023, the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) experienced a positive start as investors displayed cautious optimism. The broad-based DSEX index rose by 8 points, reaching 6,281 points at 11:15 a.m. The blue-chip index DS30 also saw a modest increase of 4 points, reaching 2,139 points, while the Shariah-compliant stocks’ index DSES gained 2 points, reaching 1,359 points.
During this time frame, the turnover in DSE amounted to Tk174 crore. Among the total scrips traded, 88 advanced, 47 declined, and 114 remained unchanged. Notably, Northern Islami Insurance exhibited significant gains of 9.98%, followed by Deshbandhu Polymer with 8.73% and United Insurance Company with 7.49% growth.
The positive trends were not limited to DSE, as indices at the Chattanooga Stock Exchange also posted gains. This data indicates cautious investor optimism and interest in specific stocks, potentially driven by positive economic or company-specific news. Further developments throughout the trading day will reveal whether this positive sentiment continues or undergoes change.