DHAKA, Oct 29, 2025 (BSS) - Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) Chairman Khondoker Rashed Maqsood today said they are moving forward with significant capital market reforms and assured stakeholders that all key tasks will be completed within the next two months.

The commitment was made during a high-level meeting held at the BSEC Multipurpose Hall in the city, said a press release. 

The session brought together the BSEC leadership and top officials from the country’s leading brokerage institutions.

In his speech, Khondoker Rashed Maqsood stated that the commission is actively working on the reform of the capital market. 

He identified the primary areas of reform as the modernization of Margin Rules, Mutual Fund Regulations, IPO Regulations, and Corporate Governance policies.

He emphasized that all decisions regarding these reforms have been taken in a reasonable and rationable manner. 

He further noted that the commission is working to ensure transparency and accountability in the market by guaranteeing justice for past irregularities.

Addressing systemic issues, the chairman confirmed that the commission is working towards the rapid resolution of core capital market problems, including negative equity. 

He expressed hope that the benefits of these comprehensive efforts will soon be realized.

The meeting facilitated a detailed exchange of views concerning the current status of the capital market, ongoing development initiatives, and the responsibilities of relevant stakeholders. 

Representatives of the top brokerage firms raised numerous points essential for increasing market efficiency and security.

The meeting was attended by BSEC Commissioners Md Mohsin Chowdhury, Md Ali Akbar, Farzana Lalarukh, and Md. Saifuddin, alongside other BSEC officials.