, April 4 -- The benchmark index of the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) declined by 148 points over the week as persistent selling pressure dominated four out of five trading sessions, eroding market capitalisation.

According to the DSE's weekly market pulse, most indices closed lower during the week. The broad index DSEX fell 148 points, while the Shariah-based DSES index dropped 19 points. The blue-chip DS30 index also lost 85 points.

However, the SME index advanced by 134 points, reflecting gains in small and medium-sized companies.

Market breadth remained negative, with prices falling for 206 issues, while 172 advanced and 12 remained unchanged.

Despite the downturn, average daily turnover increased due to heightened selling activity. ...