The Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) ended another session in the red on July 14, 2025, as investors preferred to book profits from recently appreciated stocks.
The benchmark index fell by 4.6 points or -0.1%, settling at 5,062 points compared to 5,066 points in the previous session. A total of 395 companies traded 22 crore 11 lakh 7 thousand 711 shares and mutual funds, with a turnover of Tk 564.37 crore.
Despite an early positive market opening, selling pressure emerged later, driving the index into negative territory.
The DSE-30 index dropped by 8.55 points to settle at 1,900.02 points, while the DSE Shariah Index (DSES) rose slightly by 0.95 points to 1,104.02 points.
According to EBL Securities Research’s post-closing market commentary, despite opening on a positive note, the market experienced intraday volatility as selling pressure increased.
Investors sought to lock in short-term gains, which led to a decline in the index. However, a surge in buying interest, particularly in large-cap and bank stocks during the mid-session, provided some support.
Despite this, selling pressure resurfaced in the final hours, pushing the index into negative territory. Of the 395 issues traded, 156 advanced, 163 declined, and 76 remained unchanged.
The bank sector led with the highest turnover at 14.9%, followed by the Textile sector at 11.8%, and the Pharma sector at 11.6%. The market turnover decreased by 15.3% from the previous session’s Tk 667 crore to Tk 564 crore.
Despite the drop in the index, investors’ interest remained evident in specific sectors. Notable gainers included Daffodil Computer, Aramit Ltd., Rahim Textile, and Apex Spinning.
However, Jute Spinners, Regent Textile, Aramit Cement, and Safco Spinning suffered the most declines. The market remains volatile, with profit-booking continuing to dominate investor sentiment. Analysts expect short-term fluctuations to persist, with key companies such as Brac Bank, Khan Brothers PP, Beach Hatchery, and Islami Bank Bangladesh leading the turnover.
The Chittagong Stock Exchange (CSE) also experienced a negative session, though the Selective Categories Index (CSCX) and the All Share Price Index (CASPI) advanced by 20.5 and 28.1 points, respectively.