DSEX drops 62 points, extends losing streak to six days

The benchmark index DSEX of the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) continued its downward trajectory on Wednesday, extending its losing streak to six consecutive sessions.
On the day, the DSEX declined by 62 points, or 1.34%, closing at 4,615. The blue-chip index DS30 also fell by 15 points to settle at 1,708.
Out of the traded securities, 63 advanced, 295 declined, and 40 remained unchanged, reflecting broad-based weakness in the market.
Turnover remained sluggish, staying below the Tk300 crore mark, indicating persistent investor caution.
Over the past six trading days, the DSEX has lost a total of 186 points, while the market capitalization has shrunk by Tk9,000 crore.