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Message: All investors are requested to make their investment decision on the basis of financial strength of the companies not on the basis of rumor.

BSEC (Repeat): It is observed that in the context of the present condition of the capital market, many small and new investors are involved which is undoubtedly encouraging. But it is a matter of concern that a portion of these investors without having proper, timely and detail knowledge and reviewing/analyzing the information of the different aspects of the capital market are being attracted in investing on the basis of rumor, hearsay and different comments from different quarters, which may make their hard earned capital risky, as a result, it will not only hamper the confidence of these investors but may also create hindrance of the continuity and firm growth of

BSEC (Repeat): It is observed that in the context of the present condition of the capital market, many small and new investors are involved which is undoubtedly encouraging. But it is a matter of concern that a portion of these investors without having proper, timely and detail knowledge and reviewing/analyzing the information of the different aspects of the capital market are being attracted in investing on the basis of rumor, hearsay and different comments from different quarters, which may make their hard earned capital risky, as a result, it will not only hamper the confidence of these investors but may also create hindrance of the continuity and firm growth of the capital market. (continue)

BSEC (continue) (Repeat): In this situation, in the greater and long term interest of the growing capital market and investors, all related to Stock Exchange and market intermediaries i.e. stock broker/dealer, asset manager, merchant banker, issuer company including their officials are requested to abstain from giving opinion/comment on investment which may create enthusiasm or confusion among the investors. (end)

BSEC's Message (Repeat): 1) It is not wise to invest in the capital market without having proper information, detail knowledge and experience regarding different aspects and nitty-gritty of the capital market. 2) It is to be kept in mind that the profit or loss whatever you make from investment is belong to you only. Therefore, prudent investment decision based on knowledge and fundamentals can be your real assistance. 3) Don't pay heed to rumors at the time of buying and selling of shares. Buying and selling of shares based on rumor can be harmful. Even spreading of rumor is legally prohibited. (BSEC vide its letter no. SEC/SRMIC/2010/726 dated 23 November 2010).

CSENEWS: All concerned are hereby requested to comply the following to reduce the spread of COVID-19: (1) Discourage clients for rushing in the brokerage house and encourage more for trading through mobile apps and other internet based devices, (2) No hand shake, (3) No hugging; (4) Maintain reasonable social distance (at least one meter), (4) Identifying employees and clients who is coughing or sneezing or with any suspicious symptoms, (5) Avoid touching eyes, nose, ears and mouth, (6) Arrangement of hand sanitizer every time to enter office premise (employees, clients and visitors), (cont)

CSENEWS: (cont) (7) Arrangement of mask to provide to employees and clients in the brokerage house, (8) Discourage visitors to enter into the office, (9) Arrangement of virtual office for part of employees on rotation basis and (10) Avoid face to face meetings in the office and encourage telephone/video conference among the employees and clients. (end)

SPOT TRADE: Please find SPOT Trade is continuing today on the trading of the shares of POPULARLIF.

ALARABANK: Credit Rating Information and Services Limited (CRISL) has assigned the rating to Al-Arafah Islami Bank Limited as ''AA'' in the long term and ''ST-2'' in the short term along with a stable outlook in consideration of its audited financials up to December 31, 2020, unaudited financials up to March 31, 2021 and other relevant quantitative as well as qualitative information up to the date of rating declaration.

DUTCHBANGL: Dutch-Bangla Bank Ltd. has informed that the Board meeting of the Company will be held on July 27, 2021 at 3:00 PM to consider, among others, un-audited financial statements of the Company for the Second Quarter (Q2) period ended on June 30, 2021.

HEIDELBCEM: HeidelbergCement Bangladesh Ltd. has informed that the Board Meeting of the Company will be held on July 27, 2021 at 2:45 PM to consider, among others, un-audited financial statements of the Company for the Second Quarter (Q2) period ended on June 30, 2021.

NITOLINS: Nitol Insurance Company Limited has informed that the Board Meeting of the Company will be held on July 28, 2021 at 4:00 PM to consider, among others, un-audited financial statements of the Company for the Second Quarter (Q2) period ended on June 30, 2021.

TRUSTBANK: Trust Bank Ltd. has informed that the Board Meeting of the Company will be held on July 28, 2021 at 2:00 PM to consider, among others, un-audited financial statements of the Company for the Second Quarter (Q2) period ended on June 30, 2021.

BRACBANK: BRAC Bank Limited has informed that the Board Meeting of the Company will be held on July 29, 2021 at 3:00 PM to consider, among others, un-audited financial statements of the Company for the Second Quarter (Q2) period ended on June 30, 2021.

NHFIL: (Quarter 2) As per un-audited half yearly accounts of National Housing Finance & Investment Ltd., EPS was Tk. 0.56 for April-June 2021 as against Tk. 0.32 for April-June 2020; EPS was Tk. 1.28 for January-June 2021 as against Tk. 0.80 for January-June 2020. NOCFPS was Tk. (2.27) for January-June 2021 as against Tk. (3.08) for January-June 2020. NAV per share was Tk. 17.70 as on June 30, 2021 and 16.97 as on June 30, 2020.(Cont)

NHFIL: (Quarter 2) (Cont) Significant changes in EPS: EPS increased to Tk. 1.28 which is 60.23% higher in the half year ended June 30, 2021 from Tk. 0.80 of the half year ended June 30, 2020. Significant reasons for variance are: a) Recovery of classified loan. B) Reduction of provision for loan and investment in shares totaling Tk. 25.92 million. c) Reducing of interest expenses by Tk. 214.09 million which is 30.01% than corresponding period.(end)

UTTARABANK: (Quarter 2) As per un-audited half yearly accounts of Uttara Bank Ltd., Consolidated EPS was Tk. 1.05 for April-June 2021 as against Tk. 0.25 for April-June 2020; Consolidated EPS was Tk. 1.79 for January-June 2021 as against Tk. 1.44 for January-June 2020. Consolidated NOCFPS was Tk. 2.23 for January-June 2021 as against Tk. 10.76 for January-June 2020. Consolidated NAV per share was Tk. 31.62 as on June 30, 2021 and Tk. 28.69 as on June 30, 2020.

NCCBANK: (Quarter 2) As per un-audited half yearly accounts of NCC Bank Ltd., Consolidated EPS was Tk. 0.88 for April-June 2021 as against Tk. 0.35 for April-June 2020; Consolidated EPS was Tk. 1.43 for January-June 2021 as against Tk. 1.17 for January-June 2020. Consolidated NOCFPS was Tk. 3.50 for January-June 2021 as against Tk. (1.03) for January-June 2020. Consolidated NAV per share was Tk. 23.30 as on June 30, 2021 and Tk. 21.84 as on June 30, 2020.

SAIHAMCOT: Saiham Cotton Mills Ltd. has informed that the Board unanimously resolved to approve the recovery of Insurance claim for Tk. 15,00,00,000.00 received from Insurance Company. as part payment of Tk. 42,02,64,114.00 against which the claim was Tk. 59,03,70,221.00 for losses incurred of Raw cotton & Building construction caused by fire on October 15, 2020. The above amount will be utilized against repayment of loan, reconstruction of Raw cotton godown building and other related emergent expenditure of the company.

FAMILYTEX: In response to a DSE query dated July 14, 2021, Familytex (BD) Limited has informed that there is no undisclosed price sensitive information of the Company for recent unusual price hike and increase in volume of shares.

AMANFEED: In response to a DSE query dated July 14, 2021, Aman Feed Limited has informed that there is no undisclosed price sensitive information of the Company for recent unusual price hike and increase in volume of shares.

IDLC: IDLC Finance Limited has informed that a conference in the form of webinar on the unaudited financial statements for the 2nd quarter ended on June 20, 2021 will be held on July 29, 2021 at 7:00 PM for all its stakeholders. All interested stakeholders are requested to participate in the event through: tinyurl.com/IDLC2021Q2.

MIDASFIN: MIDAS Financing Ltd. has informed that the Board Meeting of the Company will be held on August 02, 2021 at 2:00 PM to consider, among others, audited financial statements of the Company for the year ended on December 31, 2020.

MIDASFIN: MIDAS Financing Ltd. has informed that the Board Meeting of the Company will be held on August 02, 2021 at 2:30 PM to consider, among others, un-audited financial statements of the Company for the First Quarter (Q1) period ended on March 31, 2021.

STANDBANKL: Standard Bank Limited has informed that the Board Meeting of the Company will be held on July 27, 2021 at 2:45 PM to consider, among others, un-audited financial statements of the Company for the Second Quarter (Q2) period ended on June 30, 2021.

STANDBANKL: Mr. Harun Rashid Chowdhury one of the Sponsors of Standard Bank Limited, have further reported that he has completed his transfer of 65,00,000 shares to his Daughter Ms. Tanaz Tasfia Chowdhury (General Shareholder), by way of gift outside the trading system of the Exchange as per declaration disseminated on 18.07.2021.

CSE NEWS: All concerned are hereby informed that CSE offices will remain closed from July 20, 2021 to July 22, 2021 on the occasion of "Eid-ul-Adha". Therefore, there will be no trade during the period.

SANDHANINS: Sandhani Life Insurance Co. Ltd. has informed that the Board Meeting of the Company will be held on July 28, 2021 at 3:00 PM to consider, among others, audited financial statements of the Company for the year ended on December 31, 2020.

SANDHANINS: Sandhani Life Insurance Co. Ltd. has informed that the Board Meeting of the Company will be held on July 28, 2021 at 3:00 PM to consider, among others, un-audited financial statements of the Company for the First Quarter (Q1) period ended on March 31, 2021 and Second Quarter (Q2) period ended on June 30, 2021.

BATBC: British American Tobacco Bangladesh Company Ltd. has informed that the Board Meeting of the Company will be held on July 28, 2021 at 7:00 PM to consider, among others, un-audited financial statements of the Company for the Second Quarter (Q2) period ended on June 30, 2021.

CITYGENINS: City General Insurance Company Limited has informed that the Board Meeting of the Company will be held on July 29, 2021 at 2:00 PM to consider, among others, un-audited financial statements of the Company for the Second Quarter (Q2) period ended on June 30, 2021.

JANATAINS: Janata Insurance Company Limited has informed that the Board Meeting of the Company will be held on July 29, 2021 at 4:00 PM to consider, among others, un-audited financial statements of the Company for the Second Quarter (Q2) period ended on June 30, 2021.

ZAHINTEX: In response to a DSE query dated July 18, 2021, Zahintex Industries Ltd. has informed that there is no undisclosed price sensitive information of the Company for recent unusual price hike and increase in volume of shares.

SONARBAINS: Trading of the shares of Sonar Bangla Insurance Ltd. will be allowed only in the Spot Market from 25.07.2021 to 26.07.2021 as the record date of the Company is on 27.07.2021.

PRAGATIINS: Mr. Md. Akbar Hossain, one of the Independent Directors of Pragati Insurance Limited, has reported his intentions to sell 30,000 shares out of his total holding of 42,248 shares of the Company at prevailing market price (In the Public market) through Stock Exchange (DSE) within next 30 working days.

LANKABAFIN: Credit Rating Agency of Bangladesh Limited (CRAB) has announced the Surveillance Rating of Lankabangla Finance Limited as ''AA3'' in the Long Term and ''ST-2'' in the Short Term along with a stable outlook based on audited financial statements up to December 31, 2020 and other relevant quantitative as well as qualitative information up to the date of rating declaration.

MTB: Mutual Trust Bank Limited has informed that the Board Meeting of the Company will be held on July 28, 2021 at 4:00 PM to consider, among others, un-audited financial statements of the Company for the Second Quarter (Q2) period ended on June 30, 2021.

CSE NEWS: Today's (19 July 2021) Total Trades: 19,100, Volume: 18,651,886 and Turnover: Tk. 441.47 million.

BXSYNTH: Referring to the earlier news disseminated on 05.07.2021 regarding suspension of Trading of Shares of Beximco Synthetics Ltd., the suspension period of trading of shares of the Company has been extended for further period of 15 days effective from July 20, 2021 as per Section 9(8) of the Securities and Exchange Ordinance, 1969.

TRUSTBANK: Trust Bank Ltd. has informed that the Board of Directors has elected General S M Shafiuddin Ahmed, OSP, ndu, psc as the Chairman of the Company with effect from July 5, 2021.