The Bangladesh stock (equity) market has experienced significant fluctuations since the 2010 market crash, reflecting a challenging macroeconomic and political environment.

Designated as a basket case after gaining independence in 1971, Bangladesh silenced even its harshest critics as it transformed into one of the world’s foremost development cases.

Islami Bank’s stock made a record yesterday as Tk 524 crore worth of shares of the lender were traded at the Chittagong Stock Exchange (CSE).