October 28, 2024
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2min
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 28, 2024
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4min
District 82 of Toastmasters International, in collaboration with the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) recently rang the bell on in honour of Toastmasters International’s 100-year legacy. Since its founding in 1924, Toastmasters has empowered thousands of individuals worldwide to develop their communication and leadership skills through its voluntary, member-driven programs. The ceremony was attended by distinguished […]

October 28, 2024
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4min
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC), in collaboration with the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), conducted an Investor Forum in Matale on 23rd October 2024 at The Grand Mountain Hotel, Matale. The forum is part of an ongoing effort to raise awareness on investor protection and emphasize the importance of educating the public […]

October 3, 2024
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5min
DFCC Bank marked a groundbreaking milestone recently with the inaugural issuance of Green Bonds on the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), symbolizing a key step toward promoting sustainable finance in Sri Lanka. The event was hosted at the CSE Trading Floor, where DFCC Bank rang the ceremonial opening bell, signalling its entry into the growing global […]

October 1, 2024
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The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) proudly recognized the achievements of students from batches seven and eight of the Advanced Diploma in Financial Markets (ADFM) at a ceremonial event held on 30th September 2024 at the Courtyard by Marriott, Grand Sapphire Hall. This event marks another significant milestone in CSE’s ongoing commitment to enhancing financial literacy […]

September 25, 2024
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3min
The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) and the Institute of Certified Management Accountants of Sri Lanka (CMA) recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the aim of supporting the “CMA Excellence in Integrated Reporting Awards 2024” (CMA-IR Awards). This strategic collaboration will position CSE as the strategic partner of the Awards, which focuses on promoting […]

September 16, 2024
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1min
The Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Digital Mobility Solutions Lanka Limited, through an offer for sale of 43,474,179 ordinary voting shares at a price of Rs. 36 per share, opened today (13th September 2024) and was oversubscribed on the initial day itself. The IPO by Digital Mobility Solutions Lanka Limited attracted applications surpassing the offer […]

September 10, 2024
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The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) conducted an investor Forum on 8th September 2024 at Hotel BeachWay in Kattankudi. The forum aimed to showcase alternative investment opportunities and deepen market knowledge for investors in the region. The forum attracted over 75 participants, providing valuable insights on Sukuks, Debt products such as Green and sustainable Bonds, Stock […]

September 10, 2024
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The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) and DFCC Bank PLC (DFCC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) recently with the aim of enhancing the facilitation of Inward Investment Accounts (IIAs) for non-resident foreign individuals (FIs) in Sri Lanka. This collaboration will enable FIs to request IIAs when opening Central Depository Systems (CDS) accounts via the CSE […]


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