Stocks fell for the third consecutive session today as investor participation remained on the downward trajectory, while turnover also declined. 

The DSEX, the benchmark index of the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE), lost 26.32 points, or 0.51 percent, to close at 5,105.68.

The Shariah-compliant DSES index declined 0.62 percent to 1,148.42, while the DS30, which tracks blue-chip stocks, fell 0.80 percent to settle at 1,878.16.

Turnover, a key indicator of market activity, declined 11 percent to Tk 396.42 crore. 

Of the 395 issues traded, 120 advanced, 212 declined, and 64 remained unchanged.

Desh General Insurance Company was the day's top gainer, rising 10 percent, while AIBL 1st Islamic Mutual Fund fell the most, shedding 8 percent.