DSE Trading Rules Explained | Part 5 – Understanding IPOs, Equities, Mutual Funds, Government Treasury Bonds, SME Shares, Corporate Bonds & Sukuks

In Part 4 of this series, we explained how corporate compliance and investor protection rules safeguard you as a shareholder. Now in the final part of our DSE Trading Rules Explained series, we will explore all the other investment opportunities available in the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE). Beyond daily share trading, you can invest in IPOs, equities, mutual funds, government treasury bonds, SME shares, corporate bonds, and Sukuks. These products allow you to build a portfolio that balances growth with stability.

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​Initial Public Offerings (IPOs)

An IPO (Initial Public Offering) happens when a private company lists its shares on the DSE for the first time. Investors can apply for IPOs only via the Midway Portal.
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For investors, IPOs are attractive because they provide early access to companies entering the stock market, often at entry-level prices.

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Equities (Shares)

Equities represent ownership in a company. When you buy shares, you own part of that company.
Investors benefit in two ways:

• Capital Gains: If share prices rise, you can sell for a profit.
• Dividends: Companies may share profits with you as a shareholder.

Equities also give rights like attending AGMs and voting on company matters.

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​Mutual Funds

Mutual Funds pool money from many investors and invest in a basket of shares, bonds, and other instruments. They are managed by professional fund managers.
There are two types:

• Open-ended funds: Bought and sold directly from the fund at current NAV (Net Asset Value).
• Closed-end funds: Listed and traded on the DSE, just like shares.

Mutual funds are popular because they give investors diversification and professional management, making them less risky than picking individual stocks.
With Midway, investors can easily buy and sell mutual funds listed on the exchange.

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​Government Treasury Bonds & Securities (G-Secs)

Government Treasury Bonds are debt instruments issued by the Government of Bangladesh to raise funds.

• Treasury Bonds: Longer-term investments.

These are considered the safest form of investment in the market because they are backed by the government and offer fixed returns. They are ideal for conservative investors or those looking for stable income.

Midway clients can invest in these instruments through the DSE, just like shares.

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SME Shares

The DSE has a dedicated SME (Small & Medium Enterprises) platform where smaller, fast-growing companies are listed.

• Suitable for investors looking for high-growth potential.
• Higher risk compared to established companies, but also higher possible returns.
• Eligible Midway clients can participate in SME trading through the same BO account and app.

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​Corporate Bonds

Corporate Bonds are debt instruments issued by companies to raise capital.

• Investors earn a fixed interest rate.
• Less risky than equities, but returns are typically lower.
• Provides diversification in your portfolio.

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​Sukuks (Islamic Bonds)

Sukuks are Shariah-compliant investment instruments. Instead of paying traditional interest, they generate returns through profit-sharing or asset-based structures.

• Suitable for investors seeking halal investment opportunities.
• Increasingly popular in Bangladesh as more companies issue Sukuks.
• Can be traded on DSE through your BO account.

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​Why These Matter for Investors

• IPOs → Early entry into new companies.
  
• Equities → Ownership and long-term growth.
  
• Mutual Funds → Diversification and professional management.
  
• Government Bonds → Security and fixed income.
  
• SME Shares → High-growth opportunities.
  
• Corporate Bonds → Stable, fixed returns from private companies.
  
• Sukuks → Ethical, Shariah-compliant investments.
  

Together, these products allow you to create a balanced and well-diversified portfolio suited to your goals.

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​This final part concludes our 5-part DSE Trading Rules Explained series. Across the series, we’ve covered how DSE works, trading basics, managing funds, compliance, best practices, and now these diverse investment opportunities.

At Midway Securities Ltd., our mission is clear: Investing, Simplified. With QuickTrade Pro and the Midway Portal, you can access all these opportunities—IPOs, equities, mutual funds, government bonds, SME shares, corporate bonds, and Sukuks—digitally and confidently.

👉 Open your BO account today and start building a stronger, more diversified portfolio with Midway Securities.