DSE Market Update: Turnover Hits Tk 9.8 Billion as Corporate Earnings Season Intensifies

by Admin-KCBD · April 26, 2026

Published: April 26, 2026 | Source: Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE)

Date: April 26, 2026 | Source: Dhaka Stock Exchange

Dhaka, April 26, 2026: The Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) witnessed a surge in activity today, with daily turnover reaching a robust Tk. 9,824.205 million. As the market gains momentum, both the DSE and the Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) have issued stern regulatory warnings. Investors are advised to avoid rumor-based trading and unauthorized social media tips, emphasizing the importance of making informed decisions based on market fundamentals.

Dividend Declarations and Price Movements
Several companies announced their corporate dividends today, leading to the withdrawal of price limits for their respective shares:

Karnaphuli Insurance: Recommended a 10% cash dividend for FY2025.
Heidelberg Cement: Recommended an 11% cash dividend for FY2025.
Peoples Insurance: Declared a 10.50% cash dividend for FY2025, while also reporting a stellar 104.76% growth in its Q1 2026 earnings per share (EPS).

Earnings Season: A Wave of Board Meetings
The final week of April is set to be a busy period for corporate disclosures, with dozens of companies scheduling board meetings to approve un-audited financial statements (mostly Q3 ending March 31, 2026). Key meetings include:

April 29: Square Pharmaceuticals, Square Textiles, MJL Bangladesh, IFIC Bank, Summit Power, Shahjalal Islami Bank (Credit Rating AA+), United Commercial Bank (UCB), and MPETROLEUM.
April 30: ACME Pesticides, GQ Ball Pen, Apex Tannery, Coppertech Industries, and British American Tobacco Bangladesh (BATBC).
Strategic Moves: Dominage Steel’s board will meet on April 28 to discuss a 30% stake acquisition by Akij Resources Limited.

Corporate Leadership and Structural Changes
In a major leadership shift, British American Tobacco Bangladesh (BATBC) has appointed Mr. Kakhaber Benidze as its new Managing Director, effective May 01, 2026. Meanwhile, Union Insurance Company Limited will officially transition its name to ‘Union Insurance PLC’ starting April 27, 2026. On the sponsor front, Shepherd Industries PLC saw a corporate director announce the intent to sell 10 million shares in the block market.

Financial Performance Highlights
Recent un-audited reports show a mixed bag of performance across sectors:

Kay & Que: Reported a significant jump in Q3 EPS to Tk. 4.06, up from Tk. 2.03 in the previous year.
National Polymer (NPOLYMER): Reported a decline in Q3 earnings, citing high raw material costs and lower sales volume.
Anlimayarn: Continues to struggle with a reported Q3 loss of Tk. (1.23) per share.

Treasury Bond Market Updates
Investors in government securities should note that trading for several 15-year and 20-year Bangladesh Government Treasury Bonds (BGTB) will resume on April 27, 2026. However, trading for bonds maturing in 2034, 2029, and 2028 will be suspended on April 27-28 due to record dates for coupon payments.

Investor Note: With the influx of Q3 financial data and significant corporate restructuring, Knowledge College BD encourages investors to scrutinize the Net Operating Cash Flow Per Share (NOCFPS) and debt-servicing structures of companies like EPGL and Samorita to gauge long-term sustainability.

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)