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News on 12 May 2008

Audited Accounts of PMNTI [May 12 2008 12:33PM]

As per audited accounts of Paramount Insurance Co. Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07,NPAT=8.99m & EPS=4.93 as against corresponding yr. end's figures of 10.90m & 16.50 in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts, Profit & Loss Approproation A/c=Tk.2.33m & Reseve for Exceptional Losses=Tk.23.06m.

Audited Accounts of BXPH [May 12 2008 12:53PM]

As per audited accounts of Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07,Turnover=3597.02m,GP=1629.51m,OP=654.78m,NPAT=353.07m & EPS=3.08 as against corresponding yr.end's figures of 3702.32m, 1731.09m,746.52m, 470.66m& 4.11 in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts, Tax HolidayReserve=Tk.442.35m & Retained Earnings=TK.3189.18m.

Audited Accounts of AMBPH [May 12 2008 1:13PM]

As per audited accounts of Ambee Pharmaceuticals Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07,Turnover=222.32m, NPAT=7.75m & EPS=3.87 as against corresponding yr. end's figures of 222.32m, 5.00m & 2.50 in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts, Retained Earnings=Tk.23.17m.

Audited Accounts of TBL [May 12 2008 1:20PM]

As per audited accounts of Therapeutics (BD) Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec '07,Turnover=22.43m, NPAT=6.46m & EPS=43.05 as against corresponding yr.end's figures of 24.64m, 7.43m, & 49.55 in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts, Revaluation Reserve=Tk.72.45m & Retained Earnings=TK.(436.71)m.

Audited Accounts of HBCM [May 12 2008 12:06PM]

As per audited accounts of Heidelberg Cement Bangladesh Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07, Turnover=5621.27m,GP=1210.49m,OP=946.72m,NPAT=621.54m&EPS=110 as against corresponding yr. end's figures of 5004.41m, 970.90m, 726.36m, 523m & 93 in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts, GEnberal Reserve=Tk. 15m & Retained Earnings=Tk.1662.52m.

Bonus shs of NCCBL credited [May 12 2008 12:13PM]

NCC Bank Ltd has informed that the declared 30% stock dividend as approved in the AGM for the year 2007 have already been credited on 12 May'08 to the respective shareholders' BO Account.

Sell intention of OBL [May 12 2008 11:22AM]

Mr. Hefazatur Rahman, one of the Sponsors/Directors of One Bank Ltd, has reported his intention to sell his 25,000 shs out of his holdings of 5,29,887 shs of the bank at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange within next 30 working days.

Audited Accounts of ISN [May 12 2008 11:01AM]

As per audited accounts of Information Services Network Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07,Turnover=38.97m, NPAT=8.79m & EPS=1.24 as against corresponding yr. end's figures of 37.12m, 10.08m & 1.42 in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts, General Reserve=Tk2.00m & Retained Earnings=Tk.0.91m.

Recommendation of Dividend-UCAP(Repeat)[May 12 2008 11:05AM]

Union Capital Ltd has recommended 30% stock dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held 25 June'08. Record Date is on 1 June'08. AGM time & venue will be notified later.

Financial information of UCAP (Repeat) [May 12 2008 11:05AM]

Union Capital Ltd has reported net profit after tax of Tk.73.46m with EPS of Tk.3.10 for the year 2007 as against Tk. 36.91 m and Tk.1.91 respectively for the year 2006.

Audited Accounts of APGI [May 12 2008 11:11AM]

As per audited accounts of Asia Pacific General Ins. Co.Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07,NPAT=23.58m & EPS=13.47 as against corresponding yr. end's figures of 22.09m & 12.62 in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts, Reserve Fund=Tk.6.00m & Reseve for Exceptional Losses=Tk.16.50m.

Recommendation of Dividend of SMTP [May 12 2008 9:38AM]

Summit Power Ltd has recommended 20% stock dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held 7 August'08 at 11 a.m. at Basundhara Convention Centre, Basundhara R/A, Baridhara, Dhaka. Record Date is on 12 June'08.

Financial information of SMTP [May 12 2008 9:39AM]

Summit Power Ltd has reported net profit after tax of Tk. 265.15 m with EPS of Tk.30.90 for the year 2007 as against Tk. 160.19 m and Tk.18.67 respectively for the year 2006.

Scrip Status - SJIB [May 12 2008 9:46AM]

Please note that Shahjalal Islami Bank Ltd has been placed to "A" category from "Z" category with effect from 12 May'08 as the bank has reported the disbusrsement of declared 20% stock dividend for the year 2007.

Sell confirmation of IBNSN [May 12 2008 11:18AM]

Dr. Md. Harun Ar Rashid, one of the Sponsors The Ibn Sina Pharamaceuticals Ltd, has further reported that he has completed sale of 2,250 shs of the company at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange as announced earlier.

Buy confirmation of SIBNK [May 12 2008 12:17PM]

Mr. A. Jabbar Mollah, one of the Directors of Social Investment Bank Ltd has further reported that he has purchased of 5,000 shs of the bank at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange as announced earlier.

News on 11 May 2008

Paid up shares of ISN increased [May 12 2008 2:48PM]

Paid up shs of Information Services Network Ltd has been increased by 1,067,708 Bonus shs (i.e.15% Bonus of 7,118,050 shs) as the scrip has been allowed to trade as ex-benefits with effect from 11 May '08.Now the total paid up shs of ISN is 8,185,758.

Recommendation of Dividend of UCAP [May 11 2008 3:52PM]

Union Capital Ltd has recommended 30% stock dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held 25 June'08. Record Date is on 1 June'08. AGM time & venue will be notified later.

Financial information of UCAP [May 11 2008 3:52PM]

Union Capital Ltd has reported net profit after tax of Tk.73.46m with EPS of Tk.3.10 for the year 2007 as against Tk. 36.91 m and Tk.1.91 respectively for the year 2006.

Audited Accounts of BXFSH [May 11 2008 3:34PM]

As per audited accounts of Beximco Fisheries Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec '07,Turnover=17.35m, Net Loss= (1.14)m & EPS=(0.88)as against corresponding yr.end's figures of 14.20m, (1.80)m & (1.38)in Tk respectively.Also note that as per the said accounts, Retained Earnings=TK.37.07m.

Audited Accounts of SHPUK [May 11 2008 3:38PM]

As per audited accounts of Shinepukur Holdings Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec '07,Turnover=18.70m,NPAT/Loss=(185.97)m & EPS=(7.38) as against corresponding yr.end's figures of 364.29m, (10.69)m & (0.42)in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts, Retained Earnings=TK.43.40m.

Audited Accounts of BDLMP [May 11 2008 3:40PM]

As per audited accounts of Bangladesh Lamps Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07, Turnover=351.22m, NPAT=35.37m & EPS=49.07 against corresponding yr. end's figure of 317.29m, 34.13m & 47.35 in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts, Reserve &Surplus=Tk.166.77m.

Recommendation of Dividend of RUPI [May 11 2008 2:16PM]

Rupali Insurance Co.Ltd has recommended 20% Stcok Dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 16 July '07 at 11 am in the Ball Room of Pan Pacific Sonargaon Hotel, Dhaka. Book Closure is from 25 June to 16 July '07.

Audited Accounts of BXTX [May 11 2008 2:16PM]

As per audited accounts of Bextex Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec '07,Turnover=5201.51m, Net Loss=(99.41)m & EPS=(1.22) as against corresponding yr.end's figures of 5201.51m, (2086)m & (1.11) in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts,Reserve & Surplus=TK.46.82m.

Audited Accounts of BOL [May 11 2008 2:24PM]

As per audited accounts of Bangladesh Online Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec '07,Turnover=204.72m, NPAT=46.41m & EPS=1.91 as against corresponding yr.end's figures of 233.45m, 120.90m 4.97 in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts, Retained Earnings=TK338.53m.

Audited Accounts of BXSYN

As per audited accounts of Beximco Synthetics Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec '07,Turnover=790.10m, NPAT/(Loss)=(35.57)m & EPS=(8.11) as against corresponding yr.end's figures of 1054.24m, 72.77m, & 16.60 in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts, Retained Earnings=TK.86.42m.

Audited Accounts of BXLTD

As per audited accounts of Beximco Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec '07,Turnover=183.62m,NPAT=54.40m & EPS=1.53 as against corresponding yr.end's figures of 183.62m, 132.19m & 3.65 in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts, Capital Reserve=Tk446.78m & Retained Earnings=TK.328.02m.

Recommendation of dividend-APGI [May 11 2008 9:38AM]

Asia Pacific General Insurance Co. Ltd has recommend 10% Cash dividend for the year 2007. AGM wil be held on 14 Auguist'08, at 10.30a.m.at "Multipurpose Hall" of the Institute of Diploma Engineers Bangladesh, IDEB Bhaban, 160/A Kakrail, Dhaka. Record Date is on 27 July'08.There will be no price limit today on the trading of APGI shs. following its corporate disclosure.

Only Spot Trade- BDLMP [May 11 2008 9:46AM]

Please find ONLY SPOT Trade is allowed on the trading of the shs of BDLMP from today 11 to 13 May '08 as the Record date of the Co. is on 14 May, 2008.

CB free of BATA, BATBC, IPDC & ISN [May 11 2008 9:52AM]

Please note that there will be no price limit on the trading of the shares BATA, BATBC, IPDC & ISN today 11 May' 08 following their Record date on 8 May' 08.

Message from CSE [May 11 2008 9:59AM]

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

BRACB acquires shs of GSP Finance [May 11 2008 10:11AM]

Brac Bank Ltd has informed that its Board of Directors has 'decided in principle' (subject to necessary regulatory approval) to acquire 1,946,500 number of new shares of GSP Finance, which it has proposed to sell to BRAC Bank Ltd. (Cont)

Cont-BRACB acquires shs of GSP Finance [May 11 2008 10:14AM]

The total nos of shs of GSP Finance after issuing of 1,946,500 fresh shares will be 3,816,500 shs. BRACB agreed in principle to acquire the whole issue i.e.1,946,500 shs which will be the 51% of the post issue paid up share capital of GSP Finance.(End)

Audited Accounts of FEDI [May 11 2008 10:18AM]

As per audited accounts of Federal Ins. Co. Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07,Net Profit=9.04m & EPS=11.12 as against corresponding yr. end's figures of 2.53m & 3.48 in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts, Reserve for exceptional losses=Tk35.17m & Retained Earnings=Tk0.49m.

Audited Accounts of BDLMP [May 11 2008 10:24AM]

Distribution of dividend of SEBNK [May 11 2008 10:34AM]

Southeast Bank Ltd has informed that it has started delivery of dividend warrants for the year 2007. The Bank has also informed that the Bonus Shares of the Bank for the year 2007 will be credited to the respective shareholder's BO Account on May 11, 2008

Cont-Audited Accounts of FEDI [May 11 2008 10:18AM]

Also note that as per the said accounts, Reserve for exceptional losses=Tk35.17m & Retained Earnings=Tk0.49m.(End)

Audited Accounts of BDLMP [May 11 2008 10:24AM]

Purchase of floor space by NITI [May 11 2008 10:27AM]

Nitol Insurance Co. Ltd has informed that its Board of Directors has approved to purchase a floor space of 4,500 sft. (more or less) for establishing its Chittagong Zonal Office at Yunusco City Centre, 576 CDA Avenue (GEC Circle), Chittagong (Cont)

Cont-Purchase of floor space by NITI [May 11 2008 10:28AM]

at the negotiated price of Tk. 5,000/- per sft. The total cost of the office space is Tk. 2,25,00,000/- excluding registration & other related expenses.(End)

Distribution of dividend of SEBNK [May 11 2008 10:34AM]

New Company Secretary of RELI [May 11 2008 10:49AM]

Reliance Insurance Ltd has informed that the board of the directors of the Co. has appointed Mr. Md. Golam Sarower as the Company Secretary.

Independent director of FWFD [May 11 2008 10:55AM]

Fu-wang Foods Ltd has informed that Mr. Faruque Ahmed has been appointed as Independednt Director of the Company.

Board Meeting of PICL [May 11 2008 11:46AM]

Prime Insurance Co. Ltd has informed that a meeting of the Board of Directors of the Co. will be held on 12 May'08 to consider its accounts for the yr. ended 31 Dec'07,declaration of entitlement for the shareholders,if there be any& to fix AGM date.

NAV of INRB1 [May 11 2008 12:45PM]

NAV of ICB AMCL First NRB M. Fund stood Tk.14,41,39,144.34 translating to NAV per unit of Tk.144.14 on cost price and Tk.18,11,33,387.91 & Tk.181.13 respectively on current market price at the close of business operations on 30 April '08.

NAV of IAIMF [May 11 2008 12:45PM]

NAV of ICB AMCL Islamic Mutual Fund stood Tk.14,41,06,430.54 translating to NAV per unit of Tk.144.11 on cost price and Tk.19,35,78,113.45 & Tk.193.58 respectively on current market price at the close of business operations on 30 April '08.

NAV of IAMC1 [May 11 2008 12:46PM]

NAV of ICB AMCL First Mutual Fund stood Tk.18,06,37,313.66 translating to NAV per unit of Tk.180.64 on cost price and Tk.25,94,64,227.01 & Tk.259.46 respectively on current market price at the close of business operations on 30 April '08.

News on 8 May 2008

Sell intention of SQTEX Shs [May 8 2008 12:25PM]

Square Pharmaceuticals Ltd., one of the Corporate Directors of Square Textiles Ltd has reported its intention to sell 5,00,000 shs out of its total holdings of 1,38,75,545 shs of the co. at prevailing market price through SE within next 30 working days.

Dividend recommendation of PRAGI [May 8 2008 9:43AM]

Pragati Insurance Ltd has recommended 35% stock dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 12 June '08, at 12 noon at the Jamuna Resort Ltd, Bhuapur, Tangail. Record date is on 21 May'08.

Distribution of Div. warrants-UFIL [May 8 2008 9:47AM]

Uttara Finance &Investment Ltd has requested the concerned shareholders to collect their Dividend Warrants for the year 2007 from 11 May'08 to 29 May'08 during office hours from the Company's Registered Office at 10 Dilkusha C/A, Dhaka.

Bonus shs of DUBBL credited [May 8 2008 9:50AM]

Dutch-Bangla Bank Ltd has informed that the declared stock dividend (1:3.94719) as approved in the AGM for the year 2007 have already been credited to the respective shareholders' BO Account.

CB free of K&Q & PRAGI [May 8 2008 9:58AM]

There will be no price limit today on the trading of K&Q & PRAGI shs. following their corporate disclosure.

Message from CSE [May 8 2008 9:59AM]

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

Record Date of BATA, BATBC & ISN [May 8 2008 10:22AM]

Trading of the shs of BATA, BATBC & ISN is suspended on their Record date today 8 May, 2008. The scrips will be revoked on 11 May, 2008.

Record Date of IPDC for EGM [May 8 2008 10:23AM]

Trading of the shs of IPDC is suspended on its Record date today 8 May, 2008 for EGM . The scrip will be revoked on 11 May, 2008.

News on 7 May 2008

Dividend recommendation of K& Q [May 7 2008 12:21PM]

Kay & Que (Bangladesh) Ltd has recommended 10% stock dividend for the year 2007. AGM & EGM of the co. will be held on 21 June '08, at 11a.m. &11:30 a.m. respectively. Record date is on 1 June'08. Venue of AGM & EGM will be notified later.

Audited Accounts of ISFIL [May 7 2008 12:32PM]

As per audited accounts of Islamic Finance & Investment Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07 Turnover=116.13m, NPAT=51.24 & EPS=18.65 against corresponding yr. end's figure of 90.25m, 49.97m & 18.18 in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts, Statutory Reserve=Tk.38m & Retained Earnings=Tk.47.78m.

Buy intention-FWCR [May 7 2008 12:37PM]

Mr. Khwaja Omar Wasiuddin, one of the Directors of Fu-wang Ceramic Inds Ltd, has reported his intention to buy 1,000 shares of the company at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange within next 30 working days.

Buy intention-SIBNK shs [May 7 2008 12:41PM]

Mr. A. Jabbar Mollah, one of the Directors of Social Investment Bank Ltd, has reported his intention to buy 5,000 shares of the company at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange within next 30 working days.

Record of PHOI changed [May 7 2008 12:44PM]

Phoenix Insyrance Co. Ltd has further informed that the Record date for 22nd AGM of the co.will be on 21 May'08 instead of 19 May'08 due to change of the Government Holiday on the occasion of 'Buddha Purnima',.

Sell intention of KECOS [May 7 2008 1:12PM]

Khaleque Knitting&Garments Ind. (Pvt.) Ltd., one of the Corp. Sponsors of Keya Cosmetics Ltd has reported its intention to sell 1,000,000 shs out of its total holdings of 9,589,732 shs of the coat prevailing market price through SE in next 30 working days

Intention to Transfer MTBNK Shs [May 7 2008 12:04PM]

Mr. Md Abdul Malek,one of the Sponsors of Mutual Trust Bank Ltd has reported his intention to transfer 15,000 shs of the Bank to his brother Mr. Md. Amzad Hossain by way of gift outside the trading floor of Stock Exchange within next 30 working days.

Audited Accounts of AZPIP [May 7 2008 12:05PM]

As per audited accounts of Aziz Pipes Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07,Turnover=261.82m, Net Loss=(33.39)m & EPS=(68.65) as against corresponding yr. end's figures of 308.68m, (3.22)m & (6.64)in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts, Share Premium=Tk106.70m,Reserves & Surplus=Tk112.59m & Retained Loss=Tk(391.17)m.

NAV of AIMS1 [May 7 2008 12:00PM]

NAV of Aims First Guranteed Mutual Fund stood Tk.44,52,02,800 only translating to NAV per unit at market price at Tk.2.65 and Tk.1.90 at cost against face value of Tk.1.00 at the close of operation on 30 April '08.

NAV of GMF1 [May 7 2008 12:00PM]

NAV of Grameen Mutual Fund One stood Tk.47,33,80,102 only translating to NAV per unit at market price at Tk.27.85 and Tk.19.39 at cost against face value of Tk.10.00 at the close of operation on 30 April '08.

Dividend recommendation of BXSYN [May 7 2008 9:41AM]

Beximco Synthetics Ltd has recommended 10% stock dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 28 August '08, at 3 p.m. at 1 Shahbag C/A, Dhaka. Record date is on 2 July '08.

Recommendation of Dividend of OBL [May 7 2008 9:43AM]

One Bank Ltd has recommended 25% stock dividend for the year 2007. AGM & EGM will be held on 24 June '08, at 10:30 a.m. & 11 a.m. respectively. Record date for AGM & EGM is on 2 June '08.

Recommendation of NO Dividend of BXFSH [May 7 2008 9:43AM]

Beximco Fisheries Ltd has recommended No dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 26 August '08, at 1.00p.m., at 1 Shahbag C/A, Dhaka. Record date is on 2 July '08.

Recommendation of Dividend of BOL [May 7 2008 9:44AM]

Bangladesh Online Ltd has recommended 15% stock dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 26 August '08, at 4.00p.m., at 1 Shahbag C/A, Dhaka. Record date is on 2 July '08.

Dividend recommendation of BXPH [May 7 2008 9:48AM]

Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd has recommended 5% cash & 10% stock dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 21 August '08, at 10:30 am., at 1 Shahbag C/A, Dhaka. Record date is on 2 July '08.

Dividend recommendation of BXLTD [May 7 2008 9:49AM]

Beximco Ltd has recommended 15% stock dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 26 August '08, at 10:30 am., at 1 Shahbag C/A, Dhaka. Record date is on 2 July '08.

Recommendation of No Dividend BXTX [May 7 2008 9:51AM]

Bextex Ltd has recommended No dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 28 August '08, at 10:30 am., at 1 Shahbag C/A, Dhaka. Record date is on 2 July '08.

Recommendation of No Dividend SHPUK [May 7 2008 9:53AM]

Shinepukur Holdings Ltd has recommended No dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 21 August '08, at 3:30 p.m., at 1 Shahbag C/A, Dhaka. Record date is on 2 July '08.

Recommendation of No Dividend FAS [May 7 2008 9:56AM]

Fidelity Assetes & Securities Co. Ltd has recommended No dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 26 June '08, at 11 a.m., at BDR Darbar Hall, Peelkhana, Dhaka. Record date is on 3 June '08.

CB free of the following [May 7 2008 10:15AM]

There will be no price limit today on the trading of FAS, BXPH, BXTX, BXSYN, BXFSH, BXLTD, BOL, SHPUK &OBL shs. following their corporate disclosure.

Only Spot Trade- IFIC &ISFIL [May 7 2008 10:39AM]

Please find ONLY SPOT Trades are allowed on the trading of the shs of IFIC &ISFIL from today 7 to 11 May '08 as their Record date is on 12 May, 2008.

Board Meeting of SMTP [May 7 2008 11:01AM]

Summit Power Ltd has informed that a meeting of the Board of Directors of the Co. will be held on 11 May '08 to consider its accounts for the yr. ended 31 Dec'07, appropriation of profits and about 11th AGM of the shareholders.

Bonus shs of PFIL credited [May 7 2008 11:14AM]

Prime Finance & Investment Ltd has informed that the 40% stock dividend as approved in the AGM for the year 2007 have already been credited to the respective shareholders' BO Account.

Audited Accounts of CNFCM [May 7 2008 11:25AM]

As per audited accounts of Confidence Cement Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07, Turnover=1102.42m, NPAT=41.13m & EPS=21.65 as against corresponding yr. end's figure of 950.50m, 41.13m & 23.73 in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts, Reserves=Tk240.86m & Profit & Loss A/c =Tk.5.69m.

Sell confirmation-KECOS [May 7 2008 11:32AM]

Khaleque Knitting & Garments Ind. (Pvt.) Ltd., one of the Corporate Sponsors of the company has further reported that it has completed its sale of 1,000,000 shares of the company at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange as announced earlier.

Transfer Confirmation of BASIA Shs [May 7 2008 11:36AM]

Mr. M. Syeduzzaman, a Sponsor/Director of Bank Asia Ltd has further reported that he has transferred 18,000 shs of the Co. to his son Mr. Irfan Syed by way of gift through Stock Exchange as announced earlier.

News on 6 May 2008

Audited Accounts of EBL [May 6 2008 12:30PM]

As per audited accounts of Eastern Bank Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07,Turnover=1312.27,NPAT=419.14m & EPS=40.50 as against corresponding yr. end's figures of 669.56m, 513.20m & 49.58 in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts, Statutory Reserve=Tk828.00m,General Reserve=100.00m & Retained Earnings=Tk192.86m.(End)

Paid up shares of ELNDI increased [May 6 2008 3:24PM]

Paid up shs of Eastand Insurance Co. Ltd has been increased by 326,700 Bonus shs (i.e.25% Bonus of 1,306,800 shs) as the scrip has been allowed to trade as ex-benefits with effect from 6 May '08.Now the total paid up shs of ELNDI is 1,633,500.

Paid up shares of MTBNK increased [May 6 2008 3:25PM]

Paid up shs of Mutual Trust Bank Ltd has been increased by 2,494,800 Bonus shs (i.e.25% Bonus of 9,979,200 shs) as the scrip has been allowed to trade as ex-benefits with effect from 6 May '08.Now the total paid up shs of MTBNK is 12,474,000.

change of Record of AIBL for EGM [May 6 2008 12:40PM]

Al-Arafah Islami Bank Ltd has further informed that the Record date for 10th EGM of the Bank will be on 18 May'08 instead of 19 May'08 due to change of the Government Holiday on the occasion of 'Buddha Purnima',.

Sell confirmation of ELNDI [May 6 2008 12:48PM]

Mr. Md. Harunor Rashid Khan, one of the Sponsors/Directors of Eastland Ins. Co. Ltd has further reported that it has completed its sale of 5,650 shares of the company at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange as announced earlier.

Intention to sell-IBNSN [May 6 2008 12:53PM]

Dr. Md. Harun Ar Rashid, one of the Sponsors of Ibn Sina Pharamaceutical Inds Ltd, has reported his intention to sell 1,500 shs out of his holdings of 2,250 shs of the co. at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange within next 30 working days.

Time extension for submission of A/Cs [May 6 2008 1:07PM]

SEC has allowed time up to 29 May, 2008 to Continental Insurance Ltd, Pubali Bank Ltd , Standard Bank Ltd, The City Bank Ltd & United Commercial Bank Ltd, for submission of Audited Financial Statements for the yr.ended 31 December, 2007.

Audited Accounts of PHFIN [May 6 2008 11:44AM]

As per audited accounts of Phoenix Finance & Investment Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07, NPAT=104.70m & EPS(Basic)=39.77 as against corresponding yr. end's figures of 78.68m & 37.26 in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts, General Reserve =Tk.2.00mm & Retained Earnings=Tk.1.73m.

Lost Share of BSC [May 6 2008 11:49AM]

Share certificate nos. 0885 for 100 shares and 0889 for 1000 shares of Bangladesh Shipping Corporation has been reported as lost. This is for information and necessary record of all concerned.

Recommendation of dividend-FEDI [May 6 2008 9:41AM]

Federal Insurance Co. Ltd has recommended 12% stock dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 27 August'08, at 11a.m. at BIAM Auditorium, 63, New Eskaton, Dhaka. Record date is on 7 August '08.

Audited Accounts of RELI [May 6 2008 10:52AM]

As per audited accounts of Reliance Insurance Co. Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07, NPAT=66.39m & EPS=44.26 as against corresponding yr. end's figures of 52.18m & 34.78 in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts, Profit&Loss a/c=Tk.31.07m & General Reserve=Tk1.25m.

Financial information of ACI [May 6 2008 10:21AM]

ACI Ltd has reported net profit after tax of Tk.313.04m with EPS of Tk.19.36 for the year 2007 as against Tk. 153.83 m and Tk.9.51 respectively for the year 2006.

Submission of NCB Report [May 6 2008 9:42AM]

All concerned are hereby informed that the last date of Submission of Net Capital Balance Report for April, 2008 is 6 May, 2008. Non submission of the report will result in suspension of trading from 7 May, 2008.

CB free of ELNDI & MTBNK [May 6 2008 9:47AM]

Please note that there will be no price limit on the trading of the shares ELNDI & MTBNK today 6 May' 08 following their Record date on 5 May' 08.

Message from CSE [May 6 2008 9:56AM]

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

News on 5 May 2008

Time extension for A/Cs of PRMRB [May 5 2008 1:23PM]

SEC has allowed time up to 29 May'08 to The Premier Bank Ltd. for submission of Audited Financial Statements for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07.

Audited Accounts of APXFW [May 5 2008 1:27PM]

As per audited accounts of Apex Adelchi Footwear Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07, Turnover=4394.62m, NPAT=169.36m & EPS=225.81 as against corresponding yr. end's figure of 2904.49m,, 49.92m & 66.56in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts, Share Premium=Tk68.81m,Tax Holiday Reserve=12.21m & Retained Earnings=Tk.207.85m.

Intention to buy- PFIL [May 5 2008 2:19PM]

Maksons (BD) Ltd., Acorn Ltd, Mawsons Ltd, Khaled Textile Mills Ltd and Pedrollo Nk. Ltd, all are Corporate Sponsors Premier Leasing & Fin Ltd, have reported their intention to buy 200 shares each of the at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange within next 30 working days.

Audited Accounts of MNFAB [May 5 2008 12:01PM]

As per audited accounts of Monno Fabrics Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07, Turnover=1540.87m, NPAT=62.14m & EPS=5.40 as against corresponding yr. end's figures of 1506.86m, 70.01m, & 6.09 in Tk respectively.lso note that as per the said accounts, Retained Earnings=Tk.(67.59)m.

Intention to sell - PFIL [May 5 2008 12:20PM]

Mr. Md. Aliuzzaman, one of the Sponsors of Prime Finance & Investement Ltd, has reported his intention to sell 1,000 shs out of his holdings of 15,444 shs of the Co. at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange within next 30 working days.

Change of AGM date of MGHCM [May 5 2008 12:55PM]

Meghna Cement Ltd has further informed that 16th AGM of the Co. will be held in 15 June'08 instead of 12 June'08. Other information of AGM will remain unchanged.

Audited Accounts of CIC [May 5 2008 12:59PM]

As per audited accounts of Central Insurance Co.Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07, NPAT=27.82m & EPS=23.41 as against corresponding yr. end's figure of 19.65m & 18.19 in Tk respectively.

Sell intention of KECOS [May 5 2008 1:05PM]

Khaleque Knitting&Garments Ind(Pvt) Ltd,one of the Corp. Sponsors of Keya Cosmetics Ltd has reported its intention to sell 1,000,000 shs out of its total holdings of 1,05,89,732shs of the co.at prevailing market price through SE in next 30 working days.

Record Date of ELNDI & MTBNK [May 5 2008 1:12PM]

Trading of the shs of ELNDI & MTBNK is suspended on their Record date today 5 May, 2008. The scrips will be revoked on 6 May, 2008.

Un-audited HY Accounts of PADCM [May 5 2008 11:44AM]

As per un-audited accounts of Padma Cement Ltd for the half yr. ended 31 March '08, Net Loss=(20.59)m & EPS=(0.75) as against correspondinhg HY end's figures of (25.82)m & (0.94) in Tk respectively.

Distribution of Div. warrants-PMBNK [May 5 2008 11:53AM]

Prime Bank Ltd has requested the concerned shareholders to collect their Dividend Warrants for the year 2007 from the Share Dept of the bank during Office hours on all working days with 15 May'08.

Bonus shs of BRACB credited [May 5 2008 10:19AM]

Brac Bank Ltd has informed that the Bonus shares of the bank for the year 2007 have been credited on 30 April'08 through CDBL to the respective shareholders' BO A/Cs.

Audited Accounts of ISBNK [May 5 2008 10:57AM]

As per audited accounts of Islami Bank Bangladesh Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07, Turnover=5161.60m,NPAT=2049.05m & EPS=539 as against corresponding yr. end's figure of 3138.72m, 1400.59m & 368.42 in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts, Other Reserve=Tk.3441.15m & Retained Earnings=Tk.1572.09m.

Change of address of FAS [May 5 2008 11:26AM]

Fidelity Assets&Securities Ltd has informed that it Head Office has shifted from 71 Mohakhali C/A,Dhaka to Suvastu Imam Square(4th flr),65 Gushan Avenue,Gulshan,Dhaka.New Official Tel Nos. are 9860594,8825949,9860273 and fax no.9860531.

Intention to buy-FWFD [May 5 2008 11:29AM]

Mr. Arif Ahmed Chowdhury, one of the Directors of Fu-Wang Foods Ltd, has reported his intention to buy 6,00,000 shs of the co. at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange within next 30 working days.

Recommendation of dividend-RELI [May 5 2008 9:50AM]

Reliance Insurance Ltd has recommended 20% Stock Dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 7 June at 11 a.m. at Windy Town, Bangladesh-China Friendship Conf. Centre, Agargaon, Sher-e-Bangla Nagara, Dhaka. Record Date is on 22 May'08.

Only Spot Trade - BATA, BATBC & ISN [May 5 2008 9:58AM]

Please find ONLY SPOT Trades are allowed on the trading of the shs of BATA, BATBC & ISN from today 5 to 7 May '08 as their Record date is on 8 May, 2008.

Only Spot Trade on IPDC for EGM [May 5 2008 9:59AM]

Please find ONLY SPOT Trade is allowed on the trading of the shs of IPDC from today 5 to 7 May '08 as the Record date of the Co. is on 8 May, 2008 for EGM.

Revised List of CSE-30 [May 5 2008 10:01AM]

The revised list of scrips included in CSE-30 Index (effect from 5 May '08) is as follows: MLI, SQTEX, SQPH, ACI, BXPH, AMCL, HBCM, SINGR, BATA, APXFW, APXTN, MIRCL, BOC,PDOIL, UBL, PUBNK, EBL, NBL, PMBNK, DHBNK, MTBNK, ISBNK, ABBNK, SEBNK, AIBL, (Cont)

COnt-Revised List of CSE-30 [May 5 2008 10:02AM]

BOL, UFIL, IDLC, UGLAS & GQBAL. Pls note that the above 30 companies are covering about 40% to the total Market Cap and 26% to the total Issued Cap of CSE's Market. (End)

Audited Accounts of SMHOS [May 5 2008 10:53AM]

As per audited accounts of Samorita Hospital Ltd for the yr.ended 30 June'07, NPAT=10.87m & EPS=16.47 as against corresponding yr. end's figure of 8.19m & 12.41 in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts, Retained Earnings=Tk.9.10m.

Recommendation of No Dividend of MONFD

Mona Food Industry Ltd has recommended No Dividend for the yr. ended 30 June '06. AGM will be held on 22 May'07 at 10 am at Factory Premises of the Co. at Hemayetpur, Savar, Dhaka. Book Closure is from 14 to 22 May`08.

EGM Notice of MONFD [May 5 2008 12:47PM]

Mona Food Industry Ltd has further informed that an EGM will also be held on 22 May'07 at 11:30 am at Factory Premises of the Co. at Hemayetpur, Savar, Dhaka to execute the directives of SEC notification No. SEC/CMRRCD/2001-14/14Admin/03/06 dated 1 August 2002 . Book Closure is from 14 to 22 May'08.

Spot Trade on MONFD [May 5 2008 12:49PM]

Please note that Spot trade is allowed on MONFD shs. from today 5 to 12 May, 2008 as the book closure of the Co. is from 14 May, 2008.

Buy confirmation of PRLSG [May 5 2008 2:08PM]

Mr. Juned Ahmed, one of the Sponsors of Premier Leasing & Fin Ltd has further reported that he has purchased 7,000 shs of the company at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange as announced earlier

News on 4 May 2008

Pending AGM case of UCBL [May 4 2008 12:22PM]

United Commercial Bank Ltd has informed that the Hon'ble Court was pleased to adjourn Matter Nos. 01/2008, 05/2008, 10/2008 and 11/2008 relating to pending issues of the AGMs of the Bank till 13 May '08 and those will appear in the cause list on that date for hearing as part heard.

Sell confirmation of KECOS [May 4 2008 12:26PM]

Khaleque Knitting & Garments Ind. (Pvt.) Ltd., one of the Corporate Sponsors of Keya Cosmetics Ltd has further reported that it has completed its sale of 10,00,000 shares of the company at prevailing market price through Stock Ex. announced earlier.

Draft Amalgamation Scheme-TRIPT & OLIND[May 4 2008 12:35PM]

The Board of Directors of Olympic Industries Ltd. & Tripti Industries Ltd. has approved "Draft Scheme of Amalgamation of Tripti Industries Limited (Transferor Company) with Olympic Industries Limited (Transferee Company), (Cont)

Cont-Draft Amalgamation Sch-TRIPT&OLIND[May 4 2008 12:36PM]

recommending exchange of 5.79 (five point seventy nine) ordinary shares of Tripti Industries Limited for 1 (one) ordinary share of Olympic Industries Limited, subject to sanction of the High Court Division of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh". (End)

Paid up shares of BASIA increased [May 4 2008 2:59PM]

Paid up shs of Bank Asia Ltd has been increased by 3,487,500 Bonus shs (i.e.25% Bonus of 13,950,000 shs) as the scrip has been allowed to trade as ex-benefits with effect from 4 May '08.Now the total paid up shs of BASIA is 17,437,500.

Paid up shares of APXFW increased [May 4 2008 2:59PM]

Paid up shs of Apex Adelchi Footwear Ltd has been increased by 375,000 Bonus shs (i.e.50% Bonus of 750,000 shs) as the scrip has been allowed to trade as ex-benefits with effect from 4 May '08.Now the total paid up shs of APXFW is 1,125,000.

Sell intention of KECOS [May 4 2008 12:45PM]

Khaleque Knitting&Garments Inds(Pvt)Ltd, one of the Corporate Sponsors Keya Cosmetics Ltd has reported its intention to sell 10,00,000 shs out of its total holdings of 1,05,89,732 shs of the co at prevailing market price through SE in next 30 working days

Sell confirmation of GDI [May 4 2008 1:14PM]

Mr. Nadeem A. Chaudhury, one of the Directors/Sponsors of the company, has further reported that he has completed sale of 1,000 shares of the company at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange as announced earlier.

Sell confirmation of GDI [May 4 2008 1:14PM]

Mr. A. Farjad Ahmed, one of the Directors Green Delta Ins. CO. Ltd, has further reported that he has completed sale of 1,000 shares of the company at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange as announced earlier.

Sell intention of PEOPI [May 4 2008 1:21PM]

Mr. Md. Abul Bashar, one of the Sponsors of Peoples Insurance Co. Ltd, has reported his intention to sell 1,657 shares out of his total holdings of 16,570 shares of the co. at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange within next 30 working days.

Sell intention of IFIC [May 4 2008 1:25PM]

Mr. Iftekhar Hossain Chowdhury, one of the Sponsors of IFIC Bank Ltd, has reported his intention to sell his total holdings of 2,399 shares of the bank at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange within next 30 working days.

CB free of APXFW & BASIA [May 4 2008 9:38AM]

Please note that there will be no price limit on the trading of the shares APXFW & BASIA today 4 May'' 08 following their Record date on 30 April'08.

SEC Order [May 4 2008 9:41AM]

SEC has extended time up to 30th June 2008 for the listed life insurance companies to submit audited financial statements for the year ended on 31st December 2007.

Dividend recommendation of NTC [May 4 2008 9:57AM]

National Tea Co. Ltd has recommended 15% cash dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 15 June'08, at 4 p.m., at Institute of Diploma Engineers Bangladesh, 160/A Kakrail, Dhaka. Book Closure is from 27 May to 15 June'08.

Recommendation of No dividend-PMNTI [May 4 2008 10:00AM]

Paramount Insurance Co. Ltd recommended No dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 18 September'08, at 11 AM, at National Shooting Federation Auditorium- Bangladesh, Gulshan-1, Dhaka. Record Date is on 20 August'08.

Message from CSE [May 4 2008 10:01AM]

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

CB free of the following [May 4 2008 10:18AM]

There will be no price limit today on the trading of ACI, MNFAB, PMNTI & NTC shs. following their corporate disclosure.

Recommendation of No dividend-LEXCO [May 4 2008 10:40AM]

Lexco Ltd has recommended No dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 28 August'08, at 11 a.m., at 146 Hazaribagh,Dhaka. Book Closure is from 10 to 28 August'08.

News on 30 April 2008

Un-audited HY Accounts of PADCM [Apr 30 2008 11:20AM]

As per un-audited accounts of Padma Cement Ltd for the half yr. ended 31 March '08, Net Loss=(20.59)m & EPS=(0.75) as against correspondinhg HY end's figures of (25.82)m & (0.94)in Tk respectively.

Submission of NCB Report [Apr 30 2008 12:06PM]

Dividend recommendation of ACI [Apr 30 2008 12:33PM]

ACI Ltd has recommended 85% cash dividend (Tk. 8.50 per share of Tk. 10 each) for the year 2007.AGM will be held on 23 June'08, at 10a.m. at Darbar Hall, Bangladesh Rifles, Pilkhana. Record Date is on 22 May'08. Scrip will be revoked at 12:34.

Change of AGM time of IPDC [Apr 30 2008 12:46PM]

IPDC of Bangladesh Ltd has further informed that the AGM of the Co. will be held at BDR Darbar Hall, Pilkhana, and Dhaka on 22 May, 2008 at 10:30 am instead of 10 a.m.

Purchase of floor space-UBL [Apr 30 2008 12:54PM]

Uttara Bank Ltd has informed that the Board of Directors of the Bank has decided to purchase floor space measuring 3800 sft at the 1st floor (North West Corner) of Savar New Market, Holding No. 3, Savar Municipality, Savar, Dhaka for accommodation of Savar branch of the Bank at a cost of Tk. 1,93,00,000.00 (Taka one crore ninety three lac) only excluding Registration Cost.

Sell intention-IFIC [Apr 30 2008 3:07PM]

Mr. Iftekhar Hossain Chowdhury, one of the Sponsors of IFIC Bank Ltd, has reported his intention to sell his entire holdings of 2,399 shares of the Bank at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange within next 30 working days.

Un-audited HY Accounts of HRTEX [Apr 30 2008 3:22PM]

As per un-audited accounts of H.R. Textile Mills Ltd for the half yr. ended 31 March '08, NP=12.67m & EPS=6.33 as against correspondinhg HY end's figures of 4.53m & 2.26 in Tk respectively.

Intention to sell-KECOS [Apr 30 2008 10:57AM]

Khaleque Knitting&Garments Inds (Pvt) Ltd, one of the Corp. Sponsors of Keya Cosmetics Ltd has reported its intention to sell 1,000,000 shs out of its total holdings of 11,589,732 shs of the co. at prevailing mkt. price through SE on next 30 working days.

Intention to sell-FWFD [Apr 30 2008 10:59AM]

Mr. Hsu Chin Hua, one of the Sponsors of Fu-Wang Foods Ltd, has reported his intention to sell 6,00,000 shs out of his total holdings of 44,18,300 shs of the co. at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange within next 30 working days.

WITHDRAWAL OF AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE[Apr 30 2008 11:01AM]

Eastern Insurance Company Ltd. (Member Code # 098) has informed that they have withdrawn their Authorized Representative Mr. Md. Habibur Rahman, S/O. Hajee Abul Hashem with effect from 30th April, 2008.

Proposed Special Resolution -IPDC [Apr 30 2008 3:23PM]

IPDC of Bangladesh Ltd has further informed that the Board of Directors has also decided to hold an EGM on 5 June'08 at 10a.m. at BDR Darbar Hall, Pilkhana, Dhaka to amend the object clause of the company relating to formation of a company to do business

Cont-Proposed Special Resolution -IPDC [Apr 30 2008 3:18PM]

of stock brokerage and hold shares in it and to do any other business which the Government, Bangladesh Bank and/or any other body exercising lawful authority may from time to time which are permissible for a financial institution (Cont)

Cont-Proposed Special Resolution -IPDC [Apr 30 2008 3:19PM]

under the Financial Institutions Act, 1993 and to issue of Non-convertible, Redeemable Zero Coupon Bonds to the tune of Tk. 200.00 crore subject to approval by the Shareholders in the said EGM and subsequent regulatory approvals. Record date in this regrad is 8 May'08 (End)

Important news-BDLMP [Apr 30 2008 3:32PM]

Bangladesh Lamps Ltd. has informed that in addition to the existing GLS electric bulb manufacturing facilities, a new CFL (Energy Saving Lamp) production line has been set-up. The facility will go into commercial production from May 2008. (Cont)

Cont-Important news-BDLMP [Apr 30 2008 3:33PM]

Addition of CFL is expected to increase turnover of the company by 20% approximately. (End)

Audited Accounts of PEOPI [Apr 30 2008 3:46PM]

As per audited accounts of Peoples Insurance Co.Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07,NPAT=177.97m & EPS=118.64 as against corresponding yr. end's figures of (144.83)m & (96.55) in Tk respectively.

Intention to sell-KECOS [Apr 30 2008 10:57AM]

Intention to sell-FWFD [Apr 30 2008 10:59AM]

WITHDRAWAL OF AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE[Apr 30 2008 11:01AM]

Un-audited HY Accounts of PADCM [Apr 30 2008 11:20AM]

As per un-audited accounts of Padma Cement Ltd for the half yr. ended 31 March '08, Net Loss=(20.59)m & EPS=(0.75) as against correspondinhg HY end's figures of (25.82)m & (0.94)in Tk respectively.

Dividend recommendation of ISFIL [Apr 30 2008 10:18AM]

Islamic Finance & Investment Ltd has recommended 15%cash dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 16 June'08, at BDR Darbar Hall, Pilkhana, Dhaka. Record Date is on 12 May'08.

CB free of the following scrips [Apr 30 2008 10:24AM]

There will be no price limit today on the trading of AMBPH, ARACM, ARMIT,BDLMP, IOL, ISFIL, PLFSL,PHOI,PINS, SAFKO,RPFDL shs. following their corporate disclosure.

Audited Accounts of MGHCM [Apr 30 2008 10:33AM]

As per audited accounts of Meghna Cement Mills Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07, Turnover=2824.36m, OP=178.53m,NPAT=148.18m & EPS=65.86 as against corresponding yr. end's figures of 3367.40m, 116.48m, 105.10m & 46.71 in Tk respectively.Also note that as per the said accounts, Retained Earnings=Tk.57.40m.

Audited Accounts of NITI [Apr 30 2008 10:37AM]

As per audited accounts of Nitol Insurance Co.Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07,NPAT=27.44 m & EPS=18.29 as against corresponding yr. end's figures of 17.15m & 11.43 in Tk respectively.

Dividend recommendation of MNFAB [Apr 30 2008 10:47AM]

Monno Fabrics Ltd has recommended 5% cash dividend for the year 2007.AGM will be held on 25 June'08, at 9 a.m., at BDR Darbar Hall, Pilkhana, Dhaka. Book Closure is from 5 to 25 June'08.

Dividend recommendation of PHOI [Apr 30 2008 9:45AM]

Phoenix Insurance Co. Ltd has recommended 20% stock dividend for the year 2007. Date of AGM will be held on 11 June'08, at 4p.m., at Bangladesh China Friendship Conference Center, Carnival, Agargaon, Dhaka. Record date is on 19 May'08.

Dividend recommendation of PINS [Apr 30 2008 9:50AM]

Pioneer Insurance Co. Ltd has recommended 20% cash dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held 30 June'08, at 11 AM, at Windy Town, Bangladesh China Friendship Cenference Center, Agargaon, Sher-E-Bangla Nagar, Dhaka-1207. Record date is on 29 May'08.

Dividend recommendation of BDLMP [Apr 30 2008 9:50AM]

Bangladesh Lamps Ltd has recommended 30% Cash dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 29 May'08, at 11am., at National Shooting Federation Auditorium, Gulshan-1, Dhaka. Record date is 14 May'08.

Dividend recommendation of IOL [Apr 30 2008 9:53AM]

Intech Online Ltd has recommended 10% stock dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 29 June'08, at 10 a.m., at Trust Milonayaton, Dhaka Cantoment. Record Date is on 5 June'08.

Demat Trade of BSRS1 [Apr 30 2008 9:57AM]

All concerned are hereby informed that the trading of the shares of BSRS1 starts in demat form from today 30 April, 2008 as announced earlier.

Dividend recommendation of ARMIT [Apr 30 2008 9:59AM]

Aramit Ltd has recommended 45% cash dividend ( Tk. 4.50 per share of Tk. 10 each) for the year 2007.AGM will be held on 26 June'08, at 12:00 noon, at Chittagong Club Limited, Chittagong. Record Date is on 9 June'08.

Dividend recommendation of ARACM [Apr 30 2008 10:02AM]

Aramit Cement Ltd has recommended cash dividend @ 7.50% [i.e., Tk. 7.50 per share of Tk. 100 each only for General Public & Institutional Shareholders (on 8.00 lac shares) other than Sponsor shareholders] for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 26 June'08, at 12:45 p.m., at Chittagong Club Limited, Chittagong. Record Date is on 9 June'08.

News on 29 April 2008

Sell intention -BASIA [Apr 29 2008 3:26PM]

Mr. M. Syeduzzaman, one of the Directors of Bank Asia Ltd, has reported his intention to sell 18,000 shares out of his total holdings of 43,005 shares of the company at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange within next 30 working days.

Dividend recommendation of AMBPH [Apr 29 2008 12:58PM]

Ambee Pharmaceuticals Limited has recommended 30 % cash dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 30 June'08, at 10a.m. at House No. 1, Road No. 71, Gulshan Avenue-2, Dhaka-1212. Record date is on 15 June'08.

Dividend recommendation of SAFKO [Apr 29 2008 1:00PM]

Safko Spinning Mills Ltd has recommended 4% cash dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 26 June'08, at 10:30 a.m. at Mill premise, Nayapara, Saihamnagar, Habigonj. Book closure is from 2 to 26 June'08.

Dividend recommendation of PLFSL [Apr 29 2008 1:38PM]

Peoples Leasing & Financial Services Ltd has recommended 35% stock dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 26 June'08, at 11a.m. at Bashundhara Convention Centre, Bashundhara R/A,Dhaka. Record date is on 28 May'08.

Dividend recommendation of RPFDL [Apr 29 2008 1:47PM]

Rangpur Foundry Ltd has recommended 16% Cash dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 26 June'08, at 11a.m. at National Shooting Complex, Gulshan,Dhaka. Record date is on 28 May'08. Scrip will be revoked at 13:46

Dividend recommendation of HBCM [Apr 29 2008 9:38AM]

Heidelberg Cement Bangladesh Ltd has recommended 25% cash dividend for the yr '07. AGM will be held on 25 June '08, at 11 AM at Trust Auditorium, Cantonment, Dhaka. Record date is on 22 May'08.

CB free of the following [Apr 29 2008 9:39AM]

There will be no price limit today on the trading of GQBAL, HBCM & MGHCM shs. following their corporate disclosure.

Financial information of HBCM [Apr 29 2008 9:41AM]

Heidelberg Cement Bangladesh Ltd has reported net profit after tax of Tk.621.54m with EPS of Tk.110.00 for the year 2007 as against Tk. 521.58 m and Tk.92.00 (restated) respectively for the year 2006.

Audited Accounts of MTBNK [Apr 29 2008 9:51AM]

As per audited accounts of Mutual Trust Bank of BD Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07, Turnover=1188.34m, OP=763.85m, NPAT=210.80m & EPS=21.12 as against corresponding yr. end's figure of 1284.86m, 969.47m, 478.28m & 47.93 in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts, General Reserve=Tk.105.68m & Retained Earnings=Tk131.69m.

Submission of NCB Report [Apr 29 2008 10:05AM]

Audited Accounts of EXIMB [Apr 29 2008 10:14AM]

As per audited accounts of EXIM Bank of BD Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07, Net investment income=1355.93m,OP=2820.42m, NPAT=930.84m & EPS=43.45 as against corresponding yr. end's figure of 854.48m, 2013.96m, 650.29m &43.48 in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts, Retained Earnings=Tk.608.75m.

Unaudited HY A/c of SACRS [Apr 29 2008 11:26AM]

As per un-audited accounts of S. Alam Cold Rolled Steels Ltd for the half Yr ended on 31 March'08, NP=57.33m& EPS=10.75 as against corresponding yr end's firgues of 52.04m & 9.76 in Tk. respectively.

Sell intention -GDI [Apr 29 2008 11:28AM]

Mr. A. Farjad Ahmed, one of the Directors Green Delta Ins. CO. Ltd, has reported his intention to sell 1,000 shares out of his total holdings of 9,100 shares of the company at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange within next 30 working days.

Lost Share of PUBNK [Apr 29 2008 11:48AM]

Share certificate no. 02268 for 20 shares of Pubali Bank Ltd has been reported as lost. This is for information and necessary record of all concerned.

Unaudited HY A/c of ATMC [Apr 29 2008 12:06PM]

As per un-audited accounts of Alpha Tobacco Mfg. Co. Ltd for the half year ended 31 March'08 Net loss= (4.63)m& EPS = (1.61) as against previous half years figures of (4.33)m & (1.50) in Tk. respectively. Accumulated loss of the Co. was Tk. (388.28)m.

News on 28 April 2008

NAV of BSRS1 [Apr 28 2008 3:38PM]

NAV of 1st BSRS Mutual Fund stood Tk.60,050,349 translating to NAV per certificate of Tk.120.10 on the basis of cost price & Tk.519.03 on market price as against face value of Tk.100 at the close of operation on 31 March '08.

Dividend recommendation of GQBAL [Apr 28 2008 3:45PM]

GQ Ball Pen Inds Ltd has recommended 35% cash dividend (in addition to 25% Interim Cash Div. earlier declared&paid) for the year 2007.AGM will be held on 25 June'08 at 11 a.m. at National Shooting Cimplex, Gulsham-1, Dhaka. Book Closure is from 8 to 25 June'08.

Paid up shares of BIFC increased

Paid up shs of BD Industrial Finance Limited has been increased by 293,375 Bonus shs (i.e.10% Bonus of 2,933,754 shs) as the scrip has been allowed to trade as ex-benefits with effect from 27 April `08.Now the total paid up shs of BIFC is 3,227,129.

Paid up shares of IPDC increased

Paid up shs of IPDC of Bangladesh Limited has been increased by 647,865 Bonus shs (i.e.10% Bonus of 6,478,647 shs) as the scrip has been allowed to trade as ex-benefits with effect from 27 April `08.Now the total paid up shs of IPDC is 7,126,512.

Dividend Recommendation of MGHCM [Apr 28 2008 1:38PM]

Meghna Cement Mills Ltd has recommended 30% cash dividend for the yr '07. AGM will be held on 12 June '08, at 11 AM,at Basundhara Convention Centre, Block-G,Basundhara R/A, Dhaka. Record date is on 22 May'08.

Sell intention of KECOS [Apr 28 2008 2:11PM]

Khaleque Knitting&Garments Ind(Pvt)Ltd,one of the Corporate Sponsors of Keya Cosmetics Ltd has reported its intention to sell 1,000,000 shs out of its total holdings of 1,15,89,732 shs of the co. at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange within next 30 working days.

Sell intention-GDI [Apr 28 2008 2:23PM]

Mr. Nadeem A. Chaudhury, one of the Directors/Sponsors of the company, has reported his intention to sell 1,000 shares out of his total holdings of 13,647 shares of the company at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange within next 30 working days.

Financial information of BATBC [Apr 28 2008 9:47AM]

British American Tobacco Bangladesh Ltd has reported net profit after tax of Tk.798.97m with EPS of Tk.13.32 for the year 2007 as against Tk. 361.58m and Tk. 6.03 respectively for the year 2006.

Sell intention - IBMPB [Apr 28 2008 11:04AM]

Engr. Md. Eskander Ali Khan,one of the Directors of Islami Bank Bangladesh Ltd, has reported his intention to sell 1,430 IBBL Mudaraba Perpetual Bonds out of his total holdings of 2,380 bonds of the Bank at prevailing market pricethrough Stock Exchange within next 30 working days.

Message from CSE [Apr 28 2008 9:57AM]

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

Audited Accounts of JBCL [Apr 28 2008 10:14AM]

As per audited accounts of JMI Bangla Co.Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07, Turnover=180.58m, NPAT=7.78m & EPS=7.07 as against corresponding yr. end's figures of 122.45m, 5.29m& 4.81 in Tk respectively.Also note that as per the said accounts, Retained Earnings=Tk. 3.11m.

Board meeting of RELI [Apr 28 2008 10:42AM]

Reliance Insurance Ltd has informed that a Board Meeting of the company will be held on on 4 May, 2008 at 11 a.m. for consideration and adoption of its accounts for the year 2007 and declaration of entitlement for the shareholders, if there be any.

Sell confirmation of KDGNT [Apr 28 2008 10:00AM]

Khaleque Knitting & Garments Ind. (Pvt.) Ltd., one of the Corporate Sponsors of Keya Detergent Ltd has further reported that it has completed its sale of 900,000 shares of the company at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange as announced earlier.

Sell confirmation of KECOS [Apr 28 2008 10:02AM]

Khaleque Knitting & Garments Ind. (Pvt.) Ltd., one of the Corporate Sponsors of Keya Cosmetics Ltd has further reported that it has completed its sale of 480,000 shares of the company at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange as announced earlier.

Distribution of Bonus sh-IDLC [Apr 28 2008 2:31PM]

IDLC Finance Ltd has informed that the Bonus shares of the Co. for the year 2007 have been credited today 28 April'08 through CDBL to the respective shareholders' BO A/Cs.

News on 27 April 2008

Dividend recommendation of CIC [Apr 27 2008 9:42AM]

Central Insurance Co. Ltd has recommended10% stock dividend for the year 2007. The Board has also recommended Right Share @ 1:5 at par (i.e. one right share for every 5 existing shares) subject to approval of SEC and valued shareholders at AGM. (Cont)

Cont-Dividend recommendation of CIC [Apr 27 2008 9:43AM]

AGM will be held on 29 June'08, at 11:30 AM, at Officers Club (Ground Floor), 26, Baily Road, Dhaka. Record Date is on 29 May'08. Another Record Date for entitlement of Right Share will be announced after obtaining approval from SEC.(End)

Dividend recommendation of GDI [Apr 27 2008 9:44AM]

Green Delta Insurance Ltd has recommended15% cash dividend and 35% stock dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 26 June' 08, at 11.00 AM, at Hotel Purbani International, 1, Dilkusha C/A, Dhaka. Record Date is on 28 May'08.

CB free of BIFC & IPDC [Apr 27 2008 9:45AM]

Please note that there will be no price limit on the trading of the shares of BIFC & IPDC today 27 April' 08 following their Record date. It may be mentioned that SEC has decided to keep price limit free on the trading day immediately after record date by substituting its earlier decision.

Dividend recommendation of EASTI [Apr 27 2008 9:50AM]

Eastern Insurance Co. Ltd has recommended 20% stock dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 24 June' 08, at 11a.m., at CARNIVAL HALL of Bangladesh-China friendship Conf. Centre,Sher-e-Bangla Nagar,Dhaka.Book Closure is from 28 May to 24 June'08.

Dividend recommendation of IBNSN [Apr 27 2008 9:54AM]

The Ibn Sina Pharmaceuticals Ltd has recommended 23% cash dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 21 June' 08, at 9:30 a.m. Book Closure is from 22 May'08 to 21 June'08.

Dividend recommendation of ISN [Apr 27 2008 9:57AM]

Information Services Network Ltd has recommended 15% stock dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 2 June' 08, at 11.00 AM at Auditorium of LGED Bhaban (1st Floor), Sher-E-Bangla Nagar, Agargaon, Dhaka. Record Date is on 8 May'08.

CB free of the following scrips [Apr 27 2008 10:01AM]

There will be no price limit today on the trading of CIC, EASTI, GDI, IBNSN & ISN shs. following their corporate disclosure.

Only Spot Trade on BASIA &APXFW [Apr 27 2008 10:05AM]

Please find ONLY SPOT Trades are allowed on the trading of the shs of BASIA &APXFW from today 27 to 29 April '08 as their Record date is on 30 April, 2008.

Prospectus-ICB AMCL 2nd NRB Mutual Fund[Apr 27 2008 12:01PM]

All members are hereby informed that the prospectus of ICB AMCL SECOND NRB Mutual Fund is now available at CSE. The subscription period opens on 15 May '08 and closes on 29 May '08. For Non-Resident Bangladeshis subscription period closes on 7 June'08.

Dividend recommendation of JBCL [Apr 27 2008 12:11PM]

JMI-Bangla Co. Ltd has recommended 5% Cash dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 28 August' 08, at 11.45 AM, at factory premises, Chauddagram, Comilla. Book Closure is from 8 to 28 August '08.

Dividend recommendation of BGIC [Apr 27 2008 1:34PM]

Bangladesh General Insurance Co. Ltd has recommended 17.50% stock dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 29 June'08, at 10:30 AM, at Dhaka Ladies Club, Eskaton Garden Road, Dhaka. Record date is on 21 May'08. Scrip will be revoked at 13:35.

FHDIL's reply to CSE's Query [Apr 27 2008 1:50PM]

In response to CSE's query Fahad Inds Ltd has informed that there is no undisclosed price sensitive information of the Co. for its recent unusual price hike.

GBJVF's reply to CSE's Query [Apr 27 2008 1:55PM]

In response to CSE's query German Bangla J.V. Food Ltd has informed that there is no undisclosed price sensitive information of the Co. for its recent unusual price hike.

Lost Share of DLSP [Apr 27 2008 2:32PM]

Share certificate nos. 35974, 29130, 31179,10029,33244,9984,29811,15457,29196,5273,21573,10464,17387,10013,36122 (Folio No.-05-015099) of Delta Spinners Ltd has been reported as lost. This is for information and necessary record of all concerned.

SEC Warning to IFIC [Apr 27 2008 2:32PM]

SEC has warned IFIC Bank Ltd, its Managing Director, Directors and Company Secretary for non-compliance of securities laws in connection with the audited financial statements for the year ended on December 31, 2006.

News on 24 April 2008

New listing- of Delta Brac Housing Fina[Apr 24 2008 9:38AM]

Trading of the shares of Delta Brac Housing Finance Corporation Ltd. will start in CSE from today 24 April '08 in demat form, under settlement category 'N`. Pls note that the Scrip Id=25018,Scrip Cd=DBH, Mkt Lot=50,Face Value=Tk.100 & Tick Price=25 paisa.

Un-audited HY A/Cs of DBH [Apr 24 2008 9:39AM]

As per un-audited half yearly accounts of Delta Brac Housing Finance Corporation Ltd for the HY ended on 31 Dec '07,Turnover=764.00m, OP=178.80m & NPAT=88.59m as against corresponding HY end's figures of 554.15m, 134.40m & 59.76m in Tk respectively. It may be mentioned here that in the last AGM held on 9 Dec'07 the Co. declared 30% Cash dividend for the year ended 30 June, 07.

Recommendation of No Dividend of AZPIP [Apr 24 2008 9:43AM]

Aziz Pipes Ltd. has recommended No Dividend for the year ended 31 Dec'07. The AGM will be held on 29 June'08 at 10 am at National Shooting Complex, Gulshan, Dhaka. Book Closure is from 14 to 29 June 2008.

News on 23 April 2008

New listing-Delta Brac Housing Finance [Apr 23 2008 12:38PM]

Trading of the shares of Delta Brac Housing Finance Corporation Ltd. will start in CSE from tomorrow 24 April '08 in demat form, under settlement category 'N`. Pls note that the Scrip Id=25018,Scrip Cd=DBH,Mkt Lot=50,Face Value=Tk.100&Tick Price=25 paisa.

Record Date of BERGR [Apr 23 2008 9:53AM]

Trading of the shs of BERGR is suspended on its Record date today 23 April, 2008. The scrip will be revoked on 24 April, 2008.

Share Offloading Status of MPL [Apr 23 2008 9:55AM]

ICB, the selling agent of Meghna Petroleum Ltd, has reported that, total 11,647,400 shares have been sold up to 22 April '08 out of 12,000,000 shares.

Share Offloading Status of JMOIL [Apr 23 2008 10:00AM]

ICB, the selling agent of Jamuna Oil Ltd, has reported that all shares i.e. 13,500,000 shares have already been sold out on 21 April '08.

Message from CSE [Apr 23 2008 10:01AM]

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

Board Meeting - IBNSN [Apr 23 2008 10:30AM]

The Ibn Sina has informed that a meeting of the Board of Directors is scheduled to be held on Thursday the 24-04-2008 at 4:30 PM at the head office in regard to decide the dt & time of AGM,consideration of accounts,declaration of dividend & other things

Sell intention of SBIL [Apr 23 2008 12:10PM]

Mr. Abul Hasnat Khan, one of the Directors of Sinobangla Inds Ltd. has reported his intention to sell 1,66,500 shs out of his total holdings of 5,00,000 shs of the company at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange within next 30 working days.

Time extension to PUBNK for A/Cs [Apr 23 2008 2:18PM]

Bangladesh Bank has allowed time up to 31 May '08 to Pubali Bank Ltd. for submission of Audited Financial Statements for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07.

News on 22 April 2008

Dividend recommendation of CNFCM [Apr 22 2008 1:46PM]

Confidence Cement Ltd has recommended 15% cash for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 15 June' 08, at 11am at Factory premises-Madambibirhat, Bhatiary, Sitakunda, Chittagong. Record Date is on 28 May '08. There will be no price limit tomorrow on the trading of CNFCM shs. following its corporate disclosure.

Paid up shares of LNKBF increased [Apr 22 2008 9:42AM]

Paid up shs of Lankabangla Finance Limited has been increased by 3,500,000 Bonus shs (i.e.10% Bonus of 35,000,000 shs) as the scrip has been allowed to trade as ex-benefits with effect from 21 April '08.Now the total paid up shs of LNKBF is 38,500,000.

Shifting of PGCB's Head Office [Apr 22 2008 9:48AM]

Power Grid Co. of Bangladesh Ltd has informed that its corporate head office has shifted from Red Crescent Concord Tower (6th Floor) 17, Mohakhali C/A, Dhaka to Institution of Engineers (IEB), New Bhaban (4th Floor), Ramna, Dhaka.

Sell confirmation-SBIL [Apr 22 2008 3:39PM]

Mr. Abdu Rashid, one of the Directors of Sino Bangla Inds Ltd has further reported that he has completed his sale of 250,000 shares of the company at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange as announced earlier.

Intention to buy PRLSG Shs [Apr 22 2008 3:43PM]

Mr. Juned Ahmed, one of the Sponsors of Premier Leasing & Finance Ltd, has reported his intention to buy 7,000 shares in addition to his holdings of 67,203 shs of the company at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange within next 30 working days.

Notice from SLCL [Apr 22 2008 3:47PM]

Samat Leather Complex Ltd has informed that it has got the primary allotment of a plot at Savar Leather I/A from BSCIC against which they have deposited the first installment of Tk. 13,68,000 only. The company has also informed that the Lease Deed of the plot has not yet been executed. (End)

ORINF's reply to CSE's Query [Apr 22 2008 4:01PM]

In response to CSE's query Orion Infusions Ltd has informed that there is no undisclosed price sensitive information of the Co. for its recent unusual price hike.

Appoinment of new Co. Secretary- FHDIL[Apr 22 2008 9:53AM]

Fahad Industries Ltd has informed that Mr. A.T.M Mahbub Rabbani has been appointed as Company Secretary of the co. in place of Mr. Tofail Ahamed.

Message from CSE [Apr 22 2008 10:01AM]

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

Intention to sell ELNDI Shs [Apr 22 2008 10:05AM]

Mr. Md. Harunor Rashid Khan, one of the Sponsors/Directors of Eastland Ins. Co. Ltd, has reported his intention to sell 5,650 shs out of his total holdings of 18,150 shs of the co. at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange in next 30 working days.

News on 21 April 2008

Dividend recommendation of NITI [Apr 21 2008 9:49AM]

Nitol Insurance Co. Ltd has recommended 10% cash dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 24 June' 08, at 11 am at "National Shooting Federation-Bangladesh" Auditorium, Gulshan-1Dhaka. Record Date is on 1 June'08. ( There will be no price limit today on the trading of NITI shs. following its corporate disclosure.

Share Offloading Status of MPL [Apr 21 2008 9:52AM]

ICB, the selling agent of Meghna Petroleum Ltd, has reported that, total 11,150,000 shares have been sold up to 20 April '08 out of 12,000,000 shares.

Share Offloading Status of JMOIL [Apr 21 2008 9:53AM]

ICB, the selling agent of Jamuna Oil Ltd, has reported that total 12,716,100 shares have been sold up to 20 April '08 out of 13,500,000 shares.

Only Spot Trade on BIFC& IPDC [Apr 21 2008 9:57AM]

Please find ONLY SPOT Trades are allowed on the trading of the shs of BIFC& IPDC from today 21 to 23 April '08 as their Record date is on 24 April, 2008.

Record Date of LNKBF&PHFIN [Apr 21 2008 10:00AM]

Trading of the shs of LNKBF&PHFIN is suspended on its Record date today 21 April, 2008. The scrips will be revoked on 22 April, 2008.

Audited Accounts of SINGR [Apr 21 2008 10:13AM]

As per audited accounts of Singer Bangladesh Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07, Turnover=3556.41m,OP=255.62m, NPAT=101.82m & EPS=61.26 as against corresponding yr. end's figure of 2547.88m, 200.72m,116.65m & 70.18 in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts, Reserves=Tk47.85m & Retained Earnings=Tk158.92m.

Paid up shares of EBL increased [Apr 21 2008 10:41AM]

Paid up shs of Eastern Bank Ltd has been increased by 3,519,000 Bonus shs (i.e.34% Bonus of 10,350,000 shs) as the scrip has been allowed to trade as ex-benefits with effect from 21 April '08.Now the total paid up shs of EBL is 13,869,000.

Audited Accounts of JMOIL [Apr 21 2008 11:51AM]

As per audited accounts of Jamuna Oil CO. Ltd for the yr.ended 3O June'07, Turnover=657.88m, NPAT=302.67m & EPS(Basic)=30.27 as against corresponding yr. end's figures of 489.39m, 147.91m & 29.58 in Tk respectively. (Cont)

Cont-Audited Accounts of JMOIL [Apr 21 2008 11:15AM]

However, diluted EPS of the company will be Tk. 6.73 as on 30 June' 07 and Tk. 3.29 as on 30 June '06. The company did not maintain gratuity provision properly. There was a shortfall of gratuity provision of Tk. 87.22 million. After considering the above shortfall the EPS as shown by the company will be reduced proportionately. (End)

Dividend recommendation of SQTEX [Apr 21 2008 11:26AM]

Square Textiles Ltd has recommended 25% Cash and 20% Stock dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 16 June' 08, at 11:30 am at Bangladesh-China friendship Conference Centre, Agargaon, Dhaka. Record Date is on 15 May '08. There will be no price limit tomorrow on the trading of SQTEX shs. following its corporate disclosure.

CB free of EBL Shs from12:00 [Apr 21 2008 11:30AM]

Please note that there will be no price limit on the trading of the shares of EBL (Eastern Bank Ltd) today (21 April'08) from 12.00 noon if there is trade haltage of the said scrip after its Record date on 20 April'08.

Financial information of SQTEX [Apr 21 2008 11:36AM]

Square Textiles Ltd has also reported net profit after tax of Tk.352.45 m with EPS of Tk.8.94 for the year 2007 as against Tk. 348.83m and Tk. 8.85 respectively for the year 2006.

Right shs of SMTP credited [Apr 21 2008 11:47AM]

Summit Power Ltd has informed that they have credited the Right Shares of the Co. to the respective shareholders' BO Accounts through Central Depository System on April 21, 2008.

News on 20 April 2008

Recommendation of Div&Right Issue-MTBNK[Apr 20 2008 9:42AM]

Mutual Trust Bank Ltd has recommended 25% Stock Dividend for the year 2007. EGM& AGM will be held on 5 June'08, at 10:30 am & 11 a.m. at Bangladesh China Freindship Conference Centre " CARNIVAL"(Committee Room-1),Sher-E-Bangla Nagar, Agargaon,Dhaka.(Cont)

Recommendation of Div&Right Issue-MTBNK[Apr 20 2008 9:44AM]

The bank has also informed that its board has recommended 5:1R(one Right shares for every five shares) at Per subject to the approval of EGM&SEC. Record Date for EGM &AGM is on 5 May '08. Another Record date for the purpose of determination of entittlement of the proposed Rights Shares will be intimated immediately after obtaing approval from SEC. (End)

Dividend recommendation of ISBNK [Apr 20 2008 9:48AM]

Islami Bank Bangladesh Ltd has recommended 25% Stock dividend for the year 2007. AGM will held on 29 August '08. Record date is on 29 July '08. AGM venue and time will be notified later.

Profit distribution to IBMPB holders [Apr 20 2008 10:03AM]

Islami Bank Bangladesh Ltd has informed that the final rate of Annual profit of MSB (8years term) is 10:14% plus 10% rate of dividend for 2007 to be declared is 2.5% totaling Annual profit rate for the IBMPB is 12:64%. (Cont)

Cont-Profit distribute IBMPB holders [Apr 20 2008 10:38AM]

However, the bond (IBMPB) holders are entiled to receive profit for 37 days from 25 Nov'07 to 31 Dec '07 for the year 2007 (i.e 1.2813% for 2007) as the trade of the bond in the stock exchanges was started on 25 Nov'07. (Cont)

Cont-Profit distribute IBMPB holders [Apr 20 2008 10:09AM]

From the year 2008 profit will be paid for the whole year.Please note that the profit for the bond holders will be distributed within 60 days from holding of AGM of Islami Bank Bd Ltd which will be held on 29 August'08. Bond will be revoked at 10:10.(End)

CB free of the following [Apr 20 2008 10:13AM]

Today (20 April'08) there will be no price limit on the trading of BATBC, EXIMB, IBMPB(Bond) ISBNK, MTBNK shs. following their corporate disclosure.

Sell intention of SBIL [Apr 20 2008 12:49PM]

Mr. Abdur Rashid, one of the Directors of Sinobangla Inds Ltd. has reported his intention to sell 2,50,000 shs out of his total holdings of 7,50,000 shares of the company at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange within next 30 working days.

Audited Accounts of JMOIL [Apr 20 2008 12:55PM]

As per audited accounts of Jamuna Oil CO. Ltd for the yr.ended 30 June'07, Turnover=657.88m, NPAT=302.67m & EPS(diluted)=6.73 as against corresponding yr. end's figure of 489.39m, 147.91m & 3.29 in Tk respectively.Also note that as per the said accounts, Capital Reserve=152.83m, General Reserve=Tk.315.00m & Retained Earnings=Tk.51.83m.

Only Spot Trade on BERGR [Apr 20 2008 10:42AM]

Please find ONLY SPOT Trade is allowed on the trading of the shs of BERGR from today 20 to 22 April '08 as its Record date is on 23 April, 2008.

Record Date of EBL [Apr 20 2008 11:08AM]

Trading of the shs of EBL is suspended on its Record date today 20 April, 2008. The scrip will be revoked on 21 April, 2008.

Audited Accounts of UFIL [Apr 20 2008 12:20PM]

As per audited accounts of Uttara Finance & Investments Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07, Turnover=1316.52m, NPAT=259.24m & EPS=81.83 as against corresponding yr. end's figure of 862.48m, 222.70m & 79.62 (Restated) in Tk respectively. (Cont)

Cont-Audited Accounts of UFIL [Apr 20 2008 12:20PM]

Also note that as per the said accounts, General Reserve=Tk250.00m & Retained Earnings=Tk. 305.48m. (End)

Pending AGM case of UCBL [Apr 20 2008 12:38PM]

Cont-Pending AGM case of UCBL [Apr 20 2008 12:39PM]

those will appear in the cause list on that date for hearing as part heard. (End)

Only Spot Trade on BERGR [Apr 20 2008 10:42AM]

Please find ONLY SPOT Trade is allowed on the trading of the shs of BERGR from today 20 to 22 April '08 as its Record date is on 23 April, 2008.

Record Date of EBL [Apr 20 2008 11:08AM]

Trading of the shs of EBL is suspended on its Record date today 20 April, 2008. The scrip will be revoked on 21 April, 2008.

News on 17 April 2008

NAV of ICB1- ICB8 [Apr 17 2008 2:51PM]

NAV of ICB's Eight Mutual Funds Certificates based on market prices at the close of operation ending 31March'08 were as follows:ICB1=4543.76, ICB2=1027.65, ICB3=853.44, ICB4=1012.99, ICB5=1132.00, ICB6=371.72,ICB7=607.30&ICB8=425.12 in Tk respectively.

Dividend recommendation of EXIMB [Apr 17 2008 1:59PM]

Exim Bank Ltd has recommended 7% cash dividend and 25% stock dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 26 August' 08, at 11 am at Bangladesh-China friendship Conference Centre, Agargaon, Dhaka. Record Date is on 17 June'08. There will be no price limit on 20 Apr'08 on the trading of EXIMB shs. following its corporate disclosure.

Dividend recommendation of BATBC [Apr 17 2008 2:04PM]

British Americal Tobacco Bangladesh Ltd has recommended 70% cash dividend ( i.e. Tk. 7.00 per Ordinary Share of Tk. 10 each ) for the year 2007. AGM will held on 10 June'08, at Pan Pacific Sonargaon Hotel, Dhaka. Record date is on 8 May'08. There will be no price limit on 20 Apr'08 on the trading of BATBC shs. following its corporate disclosure.

SEC announcement for IPO applicants [Apr 17 2008 1:15PM]

SEC has decided that the primary shares allotted to an applicant through IPO may be forfeited by SEC, if the BO account of the said applicant is found closed at the time of allotment of shares.So, all IPO applicants are requested to keep their BO accounts operational till allotment of IPO shares.

Intention to sell - KDGNT [Apr 17 2008 1:05PM]

Khaleque Knitting&Garments Inds(Pvt)Ltd, one of the Corporate Sponsors of Keya detergent Ltd has reported its intention to sell 900,000shs out of its total holdings of 1,260,000shs of the co. at prevailing market price through SE In next 30 working days.

Intention to sell - KECOS [Apr 17 2008 1:07PM]

Khaleque Knitting&Garments Inds(Pvt)Ltd, one of the Corporate Sponsors of Keya Cosmetics Ltd has reported its intention to sell 480,000 shs out of its total holdings of 495,000 shs of the co. at prevailing market price through SE In next 30 working days.

CB free of UBL Shs from12:00 [Apr 17 2008 11:35AM]

Please note that there will be no price limit on the trading of the shares of UBL (Uttara Bank Ltd) today (17 April '08) from 12.00 noon if there is trade haltage of the said scrip after its Record date on 16 April '08.

Paid up shares of UBL increased [Apr 17 2008 9:44AM]

Paid up shs of Uttara Bank Ltd has been increased by 3,993,296 Bonus shs (i.e.100% Bonus of 3,993,296 shs) as the scrip has been allowed to trade as ex-benefits with effect from 17 April '08.Now the total paid up shs of UBL is 7,986,592.

Share Offloading Status of MPL [Apr 17 2008 9:45AM]

ICB, the selling agent of Meghna Petroleum Ltd, has reported that, total 10,795,300 shares have been sold up to 16 April '08 out of 12,000,000 shares.

Share Offloading Status of JMOIL [Apr 17 2008 9:45AM]

ICB, the selling agent of Jamuna Oil Ltd, has reported that total 12,216,100 shares have been sold up to 16 April '08 out of 13,500,000 shares.

Message from CSE [Apr 17 2008 9:57AM]

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

Enhancement of Authorized Capital- OBL [Apr 17 2008 10:11AM]

One Bank Ltd has informed that the Bangladesh Bank has accorded their no-objection to increase the Authorized Capital of the Bank from Tk. 120 crore to Tk. 415 crore instead of Tk. 500 crore requested for and to make pertinent amendments in the Memorandum and Articles of Association of the Bank. The same will be placed in the 2nd EGM of the Bank for approval. The time, date and venue of the 2nd EGM will be communicated in due course of time.

SEC show cause to BXFSH [Apr 17 2008 3:47PM]

SEC has issued show cause cum hearing notice Beximco Fisheries Ltd., its Directors, Managing Director, Company Secretary and M/s. M. J. Abedin & Co. (Statutory Auditor of the company) for non-compliance with securities related laws in connection with the audited financial statements of the company for the year ended on December 31, 2006.

SEC show cause to JANI [Apr 17 2008 3:48PM]

SEC has issued show cause cum hearing notice to Janata Insurance Co. Ltd., its Directors, Managing Director, Company Secretary and M/s Howladar Yunus & Co. (Statutory Auditor of the company) for non-compliance with securities related laws (in connection with the audited financial statements of the company for the year ended on December 31, 2006.

News on 16 April 2008

Recommendation of Dividend- APXFW [Apr 16 2008 11:03AM]

Apex Adelchi Footwear Ltd has recommended 25% Cash & 50% stock dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 26 May'08, at 10:30 a.m. at National Shooting Complex, Gulshan-1, Dhaka. Record Date is on 30 April '08.There will be no price limit on the trading of APXFW shs on 17 Apr'08.

Audited Accounts of SJIB [Apr 16 2008 12:35PM]

As per audited accounts of Shahjalal Islami Bank Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07, Turnover=1628.82m,NPAT=646.99m & EPS=34.57 as against corresponding yr. end's figure of 1072.27m, 463.22m & 49.50 in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts, Retained Earnings=Tk.405.69m.

Audited Accounts of IFIC [Apr 16 2008 2:25PM]

As per audited accounts of IFIC Bank Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07, Turnover=3299.95m,NPAT=964.93m & EPS=143.87 as against corresponding yr. end's figure of 1977.63m, 253.83m & 37.84 in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts, Other Reserve=Tk.153.06m& Retained Earnings=Tk.837.96m.

Paid up shares of TRSTB increased

Paid up shs of Trust Bank Ltd has been increased by 1,166,670 Bonus shs (i.e.10% Bonus of 11,666,700 shs) as the scrip has been allowed to trade as ex-benefits with effect from 16 April `08.Now the total paid up shs of TRSTB is 12,833,370.

Paid up shares of PFIL increased

Paid up shs of Prime Finance & Investment Ltd has been increased by 1,315,600 Bonus shs (i.e.40% Bonus of 3,289,000 shs) as the scrip has been allowed to trade as ex-benefits with effect from 16 April `08.Now the total paid up shs of PFIL is 4,604,600.

Public warning on Mkt price-AIMS1&GMF1 [Apr 16 2008 9:42AM]

Aims of Bangladesh Ltd has informed that the current market prices at the Stock Exchnages of the AIMS First Guranteed Mutual Fund and Grameen Mutual Fund One are grossly overvalued in relation of the existing Net Asset Value(NAV) of the respective funds. AIMS of Bangladesh Ltd also requests the investors to kindly take into consideration the underlying fundamentals of the Funds in order to arrive at an informed decision.

Lost Share of ICB [Apr 16 2008 3:54PM]

Share certificate no. 067949 for 5 shares (Distinctive Nos-375311-375315) and 067950 (Distinctive Nos-375316-375320) for 5 shares of Uttara Bank Ltd has been reported as lost. This is for information and necessary record of all concerned.

Lost Share of UBL [Apr 16 2008 3:26PM]

Share certificate no. 012405 for 5 shares of Uttara Bank Ltd has been reported as lost. This is for information and necessary record of all concerned.

Lost Share of DLSP [Apr 16 2008 3:29PM]

Share certificate no. 012203 (Folio No.-05-00512) of Delta Spinners Ltd has been reported as lost. This is for information and necessary record of all concerned.

Share Offloading Status of JMOIL [Apr 16 2008 3:48PM]

ICB, the selling agent of Jamuna Oil Ltd, has reported that total 1,20,28,500 shares were sold up to 15 April '08 out of 13,500,000 shares.

Share Offloading Status of MPL [Apr 16 2008 3:49PM]

ICB, the selling agent of Meghna Petroleum Ltd, has reported that, total 1,05,95,300 shares were sold up to 15 April '08 out of 12,000,000 shares.

Record Date of UBL [Apr 16 2008 10:13AM]

Trading of the shs of UBL is suspended on its Record date today 16 April, 2008. The scrip will be revoked on 17 April, 2008.

SEC Show cause to FINFD [Apr 16 2008 9:46AM]

SEC has issued show cause cum hearing notice to Mr. Nurul Amin, Ex-Chairman/Ex-Director, Fine Foods Ltd. for non-compliance with securities related laws in connection with audited financial statements for the year ended on June 30, 2006.

Sell confirmation-SBIL [Apr 16 2008 9:46AM]

Mr. Enamul Hoq, one of the Directors of Sino Bangla Inds Ltd has further reported that he has completed his sale of 1,66,500 shares of the company at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange as announced earlier.

AGM venue of BOC [Apr 16 2008 9:47AM]

BOC (BD) Ltd has further informed that the 35th AGM of the company will be held on 08.05.08 at 10:30 AM at City Grand Hall, Bashundhara City, Basement I & II, 13/KA/1 Panthapath, Dhaka-1215. Other information of the AGM as announced earlier.

AGM venue of SIBNK [Apr 16 2008 9:47AM]

Social Invesment Bank Ltd has further informed that the 13th AGM of the Bank will now be held at City Grand Hall, Bashundhara City, Panthapath, Dhaka instead of BDR Darbar Hall, Peelkhana, Dhaka. Other information of the AGM as announced earlier.

Message from CSE [Apr 16 2008 9:56AM]

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

News on 15 April 2008

Only Spot Trade on EBL [Apr 15 2008 10:09AM]

Please find ONLY SPOT Trade is allowed on the trading of the shs of Eastern Bank Ltd from today 15 to 17 April '08 as the Record date of the bank is on 20th April, 2008.

Record Date of PFIL, RECKT&TRSTB [Apr 15 2008 11:40AM]

Trading of the shs of PFIL, RECKT&TRSTB are suspended on their Record date today 15 April, 2008. The scrips will be revoked on 16 April, 2008.

Auction Session-10:30-10:45-Sell [Apr 15 2008 10:06AM]

Today CSE has placed Auction Sell Orders for 200 LSCM, 300 BOC, 20 IBMPB and 100 BXPH Shares. Members may submit Buy Order at 60% higher or lower than CSE reference price during Auction Session from 10:30-10:45.

Only Spot Trade on EBL [Apr 15 2008 10:09AM]

Please find ONLY SPOT Trade is allowed on the trading of the shs of Eastern Bank Ltd from today 15 to 17 April '08 as the Record date of the bank is on 20th April, 2008.

Record Date of PFIL, RECKT&TRSTB [Apr 15 2008 11:40AM]

Trading of the shs of PFIL, RECKT&TRSTB are suspended on their Record date today 15 April, 2008. The scrips will be revoked on 16 April, 2008.

EGM notice of BATA [Apr 15 2008 12:47PM]

Bata Shoe Co.(BD)Ltd has further informed that an EGM of the co. will be held on 12 June'08 at 10 am at Dhamrai Factory Premises to amend some clauses of Articles of Associations of the Co. regarding conditions for Vacation of Office by Director. Record date for EGM is on 08 May'08.

Audited Accounts of BOC [Apr 15 2008 12:58PM]

As per audited accounts of BOC (BD) Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07, Turnover=2000.17m,NPAT=263.60m & EPS=17.32 as against corresponding yr. end's figure of 2358.96m, 246.23m & 16.18 in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts, General Reserve=Tk.120m.

News on 13 April 2008

SEC formed Enquiry Committee for FILIC [Apr 13 2008 3:58PM]

SEC has formed an enquiry committee for certain unusual trading of shs and price hike of Fareast Islami Life Insurance Company Limited on the Stock Exchanges.The Committee shall complete the enquiry & submit report to the Commission within 30 working days

Recommendation dividend of BATA [Apr 13 2008 1:33PM]

Bata Shoe Co.(BD)Ltd has recommended Final dividend of Tk10.50 per share in addition to Interim Dividend of Tk.14.50. Record Date for entitlement of Final dividend is on 8 May'08. AGM will be held on 12 June'08 at 10:30 am at Dhamrai Factory,Dhaka. There will be no price limit on the trading of BATA shs on 15 Apr'08 following its corpoarate disclosure.

Holiday Notice (Bengali New Year) [Apr 13 2008 3:22PM]

All concerned are hereby informed that the CSE offices will remain closed on 14 April, 2008 Monday on account of Bengali New Year. Therefore, there will be no trading on 14 April, 2008.

Recommendation of Dividend- IFIC [Apr 13 2008 9:37AM]

IFIC Bank Ltd has recommended 100% stock dividend for the year 2007. AGM will be held on 28 May'08, at 11 a.m. at BDR Darbar hall, Peelkhana, Dhaka. Record Date is on 12 May'08. There will be no price limit today on 13 Apr'08 on the trading of IFIC shares

Message from CSE [Apr 13 2008 9:57AM]

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

Auction Session-10:30-10:45-buy [Apr 13 2008 10:01AM]

Today CSE has placed an Auction Buy Order for 50 Pragati Ins Ltd (PRAGI) Shares. Members may submit Sell Order at 60% higher or lower than CSE reference price during Auction Session from 10:30-10:45.

Revaluation of properties of PRAGI [Apr 13 2008 10:22AM]

Pragati Insurance Ltd has informed that the Board of Directors has approved the revaluation of the company's properties, which has been increased from Tk. 531.92 million to Tk. 1318.52 million in total.

Intention to sell-SBIL [Apr 13 2008 10:24AM]

Mr. Abdul Ahad, one of the Sponsors/Directors of Sinobangla Inds Ltd, has reported his intention to sell 2,50,000 shs out of his total holdings of 7,50,000 shs of the co. at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange within next 30 working days.

Lost Share of RECKT [Apr 13 2008 12:46PM]

Share certificate nos.34118,1394,28358,7323,7342,2046,27959,6855,35777,35776,36648,27921-27924 of Reckit Bencksier(Bangladesh) Ltd has been reported as lost. This is for information and necessary record of all concerned.

Lost Share of PUBNK [Apr 13 2008 12:50PM]

Share certificate no. 00632 for 5 shares of Pubali Bank Ltd has been reported as lost. This is for information and necessary record of all concerned.

News on 10 April 2008

Audited Accounts of RECKT [Apr 10 2008 1:29PM]

As per audited accounts of Reckit Benckiser(BD) Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07, Turnover=1525.49m,NPAT=139.40m & EPS=29.50 as against corresponding yr. end's figure of 1193.19m, 109.59m & 23.19 in Tk respectively.Also note that as per the said accounts, Reserve=Tk.109.17m & Retained Earnings=Tk. 218.73m.

NAV of AIMS1 [Apr 10 2008 2:25PM]

NAV of Aims First Guranteed Mutual Fund stood Tk.43,44,49,082 only translating to NAV per share of Tk.2.59 against face value of Tk.1.00 at the close of operation on 31 March '08.

NAV of GMF1 [Apr 10 2008 2:26PM]

NAV of Grameen Mutual Fund One stood Tk.46,83,97,653 only translating to NAV per share of Tk.27.55 against face value of Tk 10.00 at the close of operation on 31 March '08.

WITHDRAWAL OF AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVES

Skys Securities Ltd. (Member Code # 084) has informed that they have withdrawn their Authorized Representatives Mr. Md. Anowar Shadat,S/O.Late Abdus Satter,Mr. Muhammad Tareq Hassan,S/O.Mr. Altaf Hussain&Mr. Tareq Mohammad Muinul Hossain, S/O. Mr. Ahmad Hossain with effect from 10 April, 08.

Bonus shs of PMBNK credited [Apr 10 2008 11:52AM]

Prime Bank Ltd has informed that the Bonus shares of the bank for the year 2007 have been credited today 10 April through CDBL to the respective shareholders' BO A/Cs.

Issue of Zero coupon bond of BDFIN [Apr 10 2008 9:48AM]

Bangladesh Finance and Investment Co. Ltd has further informed that its Board of Directors has agreed in principle to the proposal for issuance of Zero Coupon Bond worth of Tk. 100 crore nominal face value through private placement subject to approval by the shareholders in 9th AGM and approval by the Bangladesh Bank and SEC.

Recommendation of Dividend- BIFC [Apr 10 2008 9:49AM]

BD Industrial Finance Co. Ltd has recommended10% cash dividend and 10% stock dividend for the year 2007. AGM: will be held on 14 May'08, at 10 a.m. at Officers Club, 26, Baily Road, Ramna, Dhaka. Record Date is on 24 April'08. There will be no price limit today on 10 Apr'08 on the trading of BIFC shs. following its corporate disclosure.

Message from CSE [Apr 10 2008 10:00AM]

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

Only Spot Trade on UBL [Apr 10 2008 10:05AM]

Please find ONLY SPOT Trades are allowed on the trading of the shs of Utttara Bank Ltd from today 10 to 15 April '08 as the Record date of the bank is on 16th April, 2008.

Record Date of PRLSG [Apr 10 2008 10:09AM]

Trading of the shs of Premier Leasing & Finance Ltd is suspended on its Record date today 10 April, 2008. The scrip will be revoked on 13 April, 2008.

News on 9 April 2008

Recommendation of Dividend- BIFC [Apr 9 2008 2:21PM]

BD Industrial Finance Co. Ltd has recommended10% cash dividend and 10% stock dividend for the year 2007. AGM: will be held on 14 May'08, at 10 a.m. at Officers Club, 26, Baily Road, Ramna, Dhaka. Record Date is on 24 April'08. There will be no price limit on 10 Apr'08 on the trading of BIFC shs. following its corporate disclosure.

Sell intention of SIBNK [Apr 9 2008 1:51PM]

Mr. Noor Alam Chowdhury, one of the Sponsors of Social Investment Bank Ltd. has reported his intention to sell 5,000 shs out of his total holdings of 112,000 shares of the bank at prevailing market price through Stock Exchange within next 30 working days.

NAV of IAMC1 [Apr 9 2008 1:54PM]

NAV of ICB AMCL First Mutual Fund stood Tk.17,51,59,099.24 translating to NAV per unit of Tk.175.16 on cost price and Tk.24,99,07,570.47 & Tk.249.91 respectively on current market price at the close of business operations on 27 March '08.

NAV of INRB1 [Apr 9 2008 1:57PM]

NAV of ICB AMCL First NRB M. Fund stood Tk.13,54,98,137.62 translating to NAV per unit of Tk.135.50 on cost price and Tk.17,51,70,368.16 & Tk.175.17 respectively on current market price at the close of business operations on 27 March '08.

NAV of IAIMF [Apr 9 2008 1:59PM]

NAV of ICB AMCL Islamic Mutual Fund stood Tk.14,07,32,061.36 translating to NAV per unit of Tk.140.73 on cost price and Tk.19,65,98,332.12 & Tk.196.60 respectively on current market price at the close of business operations on 27 March '08.

Board meeting of SQTEX to be held [Apr 9 2008 10:05AM]

Square Textiles Ltd has informed that a Board Meeting of the company will be held on 21 April, 2008 to consider its Accounts for the year ended 31 December, 2007, appropriation of profits and about 13th AGM of the shareholders.

Only Spot Trade on PFIL, RECKT & TRSTB [Apr 9 2008 9:46AM]

Please find ONLY SPOT Trades are allowed on the trading of the shs of PFIL, RECKT & TRSTB from today 9 to 13 April '08 as the Record date of the Cos. is on 15th April, 2008.

SEC fined ACI [Apr 9 2008 3:31PM]

SEC has fined Mr. Md. Anis Ud Dowla (Chairman/Director), Mrs. Najma Dowla (Director), Mr. Syed Manzur Elahi (Director), Mr. Md. Ziaul Haque Khondker (Director), Mr. Rafiqul Islam Khan (Director), Dr. Arif Dowla (Director/Managing Director), (Cont)

Cont-SEC fined ACI [Apr 9 2008 3:32PM]

Ms. Shusmita Anis Salam (Director), Mr. Waliur Rahman (Director), Mr. Wajed Salam (Director) and Ms. Sheema Abed Rahman (Director) of ACI Ltd Taka 2.00 lac each for non compliance of securities laws regarding non dissemination of price sensitive information of the company to the Commission and Exchanges.

SACRS' reply [Apr 9 2008 3:37PM]

S. Alam Cold Rolled Steels Ltd has informed that there is no undisclosed price sensitive information of the Co. for its recent unusual price hike.

News on 8 April 2008

Audited Accounts of SIBNK [Apr 8 2008 2:28PM]

s per audited accounts of Social Investment Bank Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07, Turnover=902.50m, NPAT=150.04 & EPS=17.60 as against corresponding yr. end's figure of 632.24m, 57.63m & 9.85 in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts, Other Reserves=Tk.6.12m & Retained Earning=Tk.195.06m.

Audited Accounts of PRLSG [Apr 8 2008 2:46PM]

As per audited accounts of Premier Leasing & FInance Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07, Turnover=377.07m,NPAT=45.06m & EPS=14.77 as against corresponding yr. end's figure of 249.40m, 60.39m & 19.80 in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts, Retained Earnings=Tk. 1.07m.

Audited Accounts of DHBNK [Apr 8 2008 12:45PM]

As per consolidated audited accounts of Dhaka Bank Ltd for the yr.ended 31 Dec'07, Turnover=3157.17m, NPAT=703.78m & EPS=46.06 as against corresponding yr. end's figure of 2060.35m, 580.49m & 45.17 in Tk respectively. Also note that as per the said accounts, Other Reserves=Tk.10.27m & Retained Earning=Tk.397.60m.

Final Status of IPO-Delta Brac Housing [Apr 8 2008 11:11AM]

All concerned are hereby informed that the final status of the IPO subscription of Delta Brac Housing Finance Corporation Ltd is:Total subscription received other than NRBs=Tk.4,815,835,500/-,Total subscription received fromNRB=Tk.186,847,500/-,Total subscription received from MutualFunds=Tk.215,071,500.Total subscription received=Tk.5,217,754,500/- against Public Issue of Shares(including premium) of Tk.105,000,000/- which is over subscribed by 49.69 times.

Increase of Authorized Capital - OBL [Apr 8 2008 9:52AM]

One Bank Ltd has informed that its board of directors has resolved to increase the Authorized Capital from Tk.120 crore to Tk. 500 crore to make pertinent amendments in the Memorandum and Articles of Association of the bank subject to approval of the concerened regulatory authorities and subsequent approval in the EGM. EGM date, time & venue will be notified later.

Important news-IBNSN [Apr 8 2008 9:56AM]