Dhaka stocks extend rally for fifth day

Dhaka stocks rose for the fifth straight session today.

The benchmark DSEX index of the Dhaka Stock Exchange gained 22.72 points, or 0.44 percent, to close at 5,170.06.

Among the traded securities, 207 advanced, 129 declined, and 65 remained unchanged.

Turnover stood at Tk 471.15 crore.

Global Islami Bank topped the gainers' list, surging 10 percent, while Sikder Insurance Company saw the biggest drop, falling 5.9 percent.