Briefing 25-04-2022

Core index adds 201 points in four sessions

The market witnessed yet another bullish session on Sunday while turnover rose to Tk 8.95 billion on the prime bourse, as institutional investors injected fresh funds into major sector stocks. Page 9

Modi addresses Kashmir rally

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Himalayan Kashmir for his first public event on Sunday since New Delhi stripped the disputed region's semi-autonomy and took direct control in 2019. Page 14

Asian LNG prices down

Asian spot liquefied natural gas (LNG) prices were down last week on softer Spring demand but further downside is limited as Asian buyers are expected to start to return to the market. Page 23

Ensure ‘smooth gas supply to industries’

BGMEA has urged the government to cut all illegal gas connections in the country to ensure smooth supply of gas to legal users, including industries. Page 17