Stocks ended higher on Sunday, driven by renewed investor optimism following recent capital market-friendly fiscal measures and regulatory reforms.
The benchmark DSEX index of the Dhaka Stock Exchange jumped 45 points, or 0.78 per cent, to close at 5,849.
Market participation strengthened on Sunday, with turnover on the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) rising to Tk 16.70 billion from Tk 14.28 billion in the previous session.
The day's turnover was the highest in 23 months, marking the strongest trading activity since August 11, 2024, when turnover stood at Tk 20.1 billion.
Market operators said investor confidence has continued to improve following the passage of the Finance Bill 2026, which introduced a series of incentives aimed at revitalising the capital market.
The Finance Bill, recently passed by Parliament, reduced taxes on dividend income, removed the investment ceiling for claiming tax rebates on investments in mutual funds, and eased listing requirements for companies seeking to raise funds through the stock market.
Analysts said these measures are expected to enhance the attractiveness of equity investments, encourage greater participation by both retail and institutional investors, strengthen the mutual fund industry, and facilitate companies' access to long-term capital through the capital market.
The DS30 index, comprising leading blue-chip companies, increased 22.97 points to 2,200, while the DSES index, which tracks Shariah-based stocks, increased 3.37 points to 1,192.48
Gainers outnumbered Losers on the DSE floor. Of the 392 issues traded, 199 closed higher and 156 ended lower, while 37 remained unchanged.
The Chittagong Stock Exchange also ended higher, with its All Shares Price Index (CASPI) increasing 77.4 points to 15,593 while the Selective Categories Index (CSCX) increased 66.8 points to 9,560.
