Stocks extend rally for fourth straight session 

 
Stocks extended gaining streak on Saturday for a fourth consecutive trading session ahead of the Eid-ul-Azha holidays, as improving domestic economic signals and renewed political commitments toward capital market development strengthened investor confidence.

The broad-based DSEX index of the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) advanced by 64.2 points to close at 5,328 points, up from 5,264 points in the previous session, reflecting strong buying appetite across major sectors, particularly banking and large-cap issues, according to BSS report. 

Market analysts said the rally was supported by expectations of supportive reforms in the capital market, improving macroeconomic stability, and easing global geopolitical concerns surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, which helped reduce uncertainty in international energy markets.

Meanwhile, the Chittagong Stock Exchange also ended higher. Its Selective Categories Index (CSCX) gained 81.3 points, while the All Share Price Index (CASPI) rose by 138.7 points at the close of trading.