Stocks surge in opening session on first day of 2026
Turnover in the opening hours amounted to Tk82.60 crore, indicating active trading interest among investors.
Stocks witnessed a strong start on the first trading day of 2026 as key indices of the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) posted notable gains during the opening session today (1 January).
The benchmark index DSEX surged by 41 points to reach 4,907 by 11am, reflecting renewed investor optimism at the beginning of the new year. The blue-chip index DS30 also advanced, gaining 13 points to stand at 1,867.
Market activity showed broad-based participation, with 331 issues advancing against only 12 decliners, while 28 issues remained unchanged during the session.
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Turnover in the opening hours amounted to Tk82.60 crore, indicating active trading interest among investors.
Market observers said the upbeat opening reflects positive sentiment as investors reposition portfolios at the start of the year.
