Briefing 2023-06-09
Friday, 9 June 2023
ADN Telecom dips on DSE
ADN Telecom's stock price fell 2.78 per cent despite announcing the acquisition of a 10 per cent share in Shohoj Ltd. Market insiders suggest the stock's previous 17 per cent jump as a possible reason for the decline. The board believes the investment will positively impact the company's long-term growth. Page 9
Shakib likely to return with Afghan ODIs
Ace all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan is expected to return for the ODI and T20 series against Afghanistan after a positive X-ray result on his injured finger. The only Test will be on June 14, followed by white-ball series in India and the completion of ODI and T20 series in July. Page 15
Planet warming at unprecedented rate
Global greenhouse gas emissions have hit a record high, with human-induced warming accelerating at an unprecedented rate, according to a study by top scientists. The study warns that annual emissions reached 54 billion tonnes of CO2 or its equivalents, making it difficult to achieve the Paris Agreement's temperature goals. The findings will be presented at the upcoming COP28 climate summit in Dubai. Page 17