DSE Market Update May 12, 2026: Turnover Hits Tk 11 Billion as Delta Life Declares 35% Dividend
Published: May 12, 2026 | Source: Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE)
Date: May 12, 2026 | Source: Dhaka Stock Exchange
The Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) witnessed a robust trading session on May 12, 2026, with daily turnover reaching Tk. 11,015.25 million. Amidst the high activity, both the DSE and the Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) issued stern warnings to investors, advising them to rely on fundamental analysis and avoid market rumors or unauthorized social media information.
Major Dividend and Earnings Reports
- Delta Life Insurance (DELTALIFE): The company has recommended a 35% cash dividend for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025. The record date for this entitlement is set for June 7, 2026.
- Uttara Bank (UTTARABANK): Reported a Q1 2026 Earnings Per Share (EPS) of BDT 1.32. Additionally, the board has decided to sell 19.50 decimals of land located in Mirpur.
- Asia Insurance (ASIAINS): Q1 EPS rose to Tk. 0.51 from Tk. 0.40 in the previous year, attributed to lower claim expenses.
- Karnaphuli Insurance (KARNAPHULI): Reported a Q1 EPS of BDT 0.68, showing steady year-on-year growth.
- Union Insurance (UNIONINS): Reported a significant decline in Q1 earnings, with EPS dropping to Tk. 0.68 compared to Tk. 1.90 in the same period last year.
Banking and Financial Sector Highlights
Dhaka Bank (DHAKABANK) has received a high-grade long-term credit rating of ‘AA+’ and a short-term rating of ‘ST-1’ from ECRL, reflecting a stable outlook. Meanwhile, NCC Bank sponsor Mrs. Sohela Hossain is set to receive over 11.1 million shares as a gift from her son. In the non-banking sector, Union Capital (UNIONCAP) has scheduled a board meeting for May 19 to review its 2025 audited financials and Q1 2026 results.
Mutual Fund and Regulatory Alerts
Investors in Vanguard AML BD Finance Mutual Fund One (VAMLBDMF1) should take note that the auditor has included “Emphasis of Matter” and “Other Matter” paragraphs in the latest audit report, signaling specific areas that require careful review. On the regulatory front, the DSE has cancelled the TREC of Sonali Securities Limited due to violations; affected investors must settle their claims by May 21, 2026.
Trading Suspensions and Resumptions
- Spot Market: BRAC Bank and Meghna Insurance will move to the Spot Market on May 13.
- Suspensions: BNICL trading will be suspended on May 13 for its record date.
- Resumptions: Pragati Insurance (PRAGATIINS) will resume trading on May 13.
- Government Securities: Several Treasury Bonds (TB5Y1128, TB5Y1127, TB5Y0529, and TB15Y1126) will face trading suspensions on May 13 and 14 due to record dates. Conversely, TB15Y0535 will resume trading on May 13.
Investors are encouraged to monitor these developments closely as the market navigates through the Q1 earnings season and various corporate actions.
Disclaimer: Information for educational purposes only.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Source: Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE)
