Dhaka, July 7 -- Stocks opened higher on Tuesday as investors continued to accumulate fundamentally strong shares in anticipation of short-term gains, extending the market's recent upward momentum.

Market operators said investor confidence has strengthened following the market-friendly fiscal measures introduced through the Finance Bill 2026 and easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The improving market outlook, coupled with reduced external risks and policy support for the capital market, kept sentiment upbeat.

By 11:00 am, DSEX, the benchmark index of the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE), had gained 15 points, or 0.25 per cent, to 5,814, supported by strong buying interest in large-cap and fundamentally sound companies.

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