April 27, 2025
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5min17
In line with a broader, more inclusive approach and in alignment with evolving global standards, the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) is pleased to announce the launch of the GSS+ Bonds Regulatory Framework, effective March 2025. This marks the first comprehensive regulatory framework in Sri Lanka dedicated to thematic bonds. Under this initiative, the term “Sustainability […]

April 15, 2025
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4min28
The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) officially opened its Bandarawela Branch to the public, further strengthening its islandwide presence. The branch was inaugurated by the Chairman of the CSE, Mr. Dilshan Wirasekara and Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC), Senior Professor Hareendra Dissabandara in the presence of Senior officials representing both […]

April 3, 2025
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3min18
Expertise France, in collaboration with the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), hosted a pivotal Stakeholder Consultation Session on “Challenges for Issuing Corporate Green Bonds in Sri Lanka” at the Galle Face Hotel, Colombo, engaging over 75 participants. The consultation was organized within the framework of the EU Green Recovery Facility, a four-year initiative funded by the […]

March 21, 2025
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4min32
The units of the ‘CAL Five Year Closed End Fund’ were officially listed on the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) on 20th March 2025. Accordingly, a total of 914,925,446 units were listed by way of an Introduction. This significant milestone was commemorated with a special Bell Ringing Ceremony.     The event was attended by Mr. […]

March 16, 2025
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4min24
Fintrex Finance Limited (FFL), a dynamic leader in the non-banking financial realm, marked a significant milestone by issuing the first-ever high-yield bond to be listed on the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE). The bell ringing ceremony, held on Friday, 14th March 2025 at the CSE Trading Floor, symbolized the company’s dedication to carving out innovative financial […]

March 10, 2025
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6min29
Colombo, Sri Lanka, March 10, 2025—Marking a decade of collaboration, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) – a member of the World Bank Group – partnered with the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) and global partners to ring the opening bell, reaffirming their commitment to advancing women’s economic empowerment and leadership in Sri Lanka. This annual initiative, […]

February 28, 2025
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4min22
Alliance Finance Company PLC (AFC), Sri Lanka’s oldest operating non-banking financial institution, marked a significant milestone with the issuance of its Green Bond on the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE). The bell ringing ceremony, held on 27th February 2025 at the CSE Trading Floor, symbolized the company’s commitment to sustainable finance and responsible investment.     […]

January 17, 2025
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3min42
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
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5min52
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
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3min41
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 […]


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