Capital Markets Archives - Lanka Business News

January 17, 2025

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) and the National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX) of India, recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate and explore the development of derivatives and commodity products in Sri Lanka. This partnership will enhance the product offering and trading instruments at CSE. The collaboration will involve knowledge-sharing initiatives, technological […]

December 30, 2024

Sri Lanka is witnessing a significant shift towards sustainable finance with Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) introducing the listing and trading of Green Bonds in 2023. DFCC Bank led the way among financial institutions to issue the first green bond in the country, aimed at funding renewable energy projects particularly in the solar energy sector. This […]

December 23, 2024

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) and the Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) in association with the Stock Broker industry, will host the “Invest Sri Lanka” Capital Market Investor Forum on 27th and 28th March 2025, at the Shangri-La Hotel in Colombo. The event is aimed at promoting investment in the Sri Lankan […]

December 11, 2024

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) Annual Report 2023, themed “Innovate, Integrate, inspire – A Year of Capital Market Resilience”, has achieved global recognition by winning the Gold Award under the Financials – Capital Markets category, at the prestigious League of American Communications Professionals LLC (LACP) 2023 Vision Awards. This accomplishment underscores the CSE’s commitment to […]

December 4, 2024

Marking a new milestone in the history of Sri Lanka’s capital market, the Colombo Stock Exchange all share price index (ASPI) recorded the highest value in history today (04 December). Accordingly, at the end of the day’s trading, all share price index values increased by 171.69 units and recorded as 13,511.73 units. It was a […]

November 28, 2024

The Supreme Court of Sri Lanka has dismissed three Fundamental Rights Applications Nos. 198/2024, 254/2024, and 263/2024, which challenged opening of the Initial Public Offering (IPO) of LTL Holdings Limited on the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE). Upon hearing the submissions of all the Petitioners and the Respondents, the Supreme Court before Hon Chief Justice Murdu […]

October 28, 2024

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) has been placed as the second best performing equity index in Asia as of 25th October 2024, with the All Share Price Index (ASPI) boasting an impressive year-to-date return of 29.65% in USD (Source: Bloomberg.com). This outstanding performance underscores the resilience of Sri Lanka’s capital market and its growing appeal […]

October 22, 2024

Mr. Nishantha Hewavithana, Senior Vice President of the Research & Strategy Division at the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), provides a brief overview of the evolving landscape of sustainability, its interconnected dimensions, and the pivotal role corporations can play in building a sustainable future. What is Sustainability? Is it achievable? Sustainability, defined by the […]

October 18, 2024

The Central Depository Systems (Pvt) Limited (CDS) and Sampath Bank PLC have entered into a significant partnership to enhance the efficiency of dividend disbursement services for listed companies on the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE). By combining their expertise, CDS and Sampath Bank aim to strengthen the capital market infrastructure and enhance the experience for listed […]

October 14, 2024

In a significant move, the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) has introduced High-Yield Bonds, allowing companies with ratings below investment grade to raise capital by way of issuing bonds via the CSE. Unlike standard listed corporate bonds which require a minimum rating of at least one notch above investment grade, this initiative enables companies that previously […]

CSE Partners with NCDEX to Share Expertise and Explore Opportunities in Derivatives and Commodities Trading.

“Sri Lanka’s Green Bonds must demonstrate climate impact measurement” MTI

‘Invest Sri Lanka’ Capital Market Investor Forum to Be Held on 27th and 28th March 2025 in Colombo to Attract Foreign Investment.

CSE Annual Report 2023 Clinches Gold at LACP Vision Awards.

Colombo Stock Exchange’s All Share Price Index records all-time high

Supreme Court Dismisses Fundamental Rights Cases Applications filed against LTL Holdings IPO

The CSE ASPI Emerges as a Leading Performer in Asia, Giving a Growth of 29.65% in USD.

Understanding the Core of Sustainability and Its Impact on the Corporate World.

CDS Partners with Sampath Bank to Provide Comprehensive Dividend Pay-out Solution.

The Colombo Stock Exchange Introduces High-Yield Bonds to Enhance Access to Capital Markets through Debt Issuances.