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Dhaka Stock Exchange Plummets Amid Economic Uncertainty

10/19/2025

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The Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) saw DSEX fall 3.11% to 5,119, its largest weekly decline since October 2024 amid political and economic uncertainties.
Analysts attribute the downturn to investor hesitance, with earnings season and rising inflation driving sell-offs.
Foreign investment fell, with major stocks seeing reduced foreign stakes.
In contrast, the Indian mutual fund industry reached record INR75.61 lakh crore in assets, driven by equity fund performance and SIP contributions.

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The Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) saw DSEX fall 3.11% to 5,119, its largest weekly decline since October 2024 amid political and economic uncertainties.
Analysts attribute the downturn to investor hesitance, with earnings season and rising inflation driving sell-offs.
Foreign investment fell, with major stocks seeing reduced foreign stakes.
In contrast, the Indian mutual fund industry reached record INR75.61 lakh crore in assets, driven by equity fund performance and SIP contributions.