Stock market stability

The recent signs of stability in Bangladesh's stock markets, particularly the Dhaka and Chittagong Stock Exchanges, are a welcome development after a prolonged period of volatility. This improvement reflects a growing confidence among investors, largely supported by regulatory efforts aimed at increasing transparency and safeguarding the interests of small investors.
A stable stock market is critical to sustainable economic growth. It enables businesses to raise capital, generate employment, and strengthen the overall financial system. It also plays a key role in financial education, especially among the youth, who are beginning to understand the value of long-term planning over short-term gains.
The Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) deserves credit for its proactive role in this turnaround. By intensifying oversight and encouraging ethical practices, the BSEC has been instrumental in restoring faith in a once-shaken market.
As an undergraduate student closely following these developments, I believe this positive trend deserves more public attention. Highlighting the stability of our stock markets can inspire more individuals, especially young people, to engage in responsible investing. If this momentum continues, the stock market could become a powerful engine of inclusive economic growth, benefiting both individual stakeholders and the nation at large.

Md. Mohidul Islam
Department of Marketing & International Business
North South University
mpritom258@gmail.com