Briefing 2024-09-01

DSE nominates seven independent

directors to revitalise board

The Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) has submitted a list of seven nominees for appointment as independent directors to its board, aiming to make it functional, as suggested by the securities regulator after six independent directors resigned in the wake of political change in the country. The premier bourse sent the names to Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) on Thursday last. Page 9

Mehidy's five-for puts Tigers in front

Off-spinner Mehidy Hasan Miraz grabbed five wickets to help Bangladesh skittle Pakistan for 274 on the second day of the second Test in Rawalpindi on Saturday. The 26-year-old recorded his 10th five-wicket haul in Tests to cap a good day for the tourists, who are looking to win only their third away series. Page 11

BB deposits record Tk 151b with state coffer

Bangladesh Bank achieved a record profit in the fiscal year 2023-24, fueled by significant US dollar sales from reserves and a sharp rise in short-term lending to commercial banks. The central bank's final balance sheet for the year reveals a total profit of Tk 400 billion, with a net or actual profit of Tk 151 billion. Page 16