October 3, 2024
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5min23
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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4min31
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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3min7
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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1min20
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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3min13
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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3min17
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 […]

September 9, 2024
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6min25
Solidifying its position as a leader in sustainable finance, DFCC Bank has emerged as the first institution in Sri Lanka to issue a Senior, Rated, Unsecured, Redeemable Green Bond. This landmark move underscores its commitment to fostering environmental stewardship and promoting renewable energy. Subject to receiving approval, this historic bond issue will soon be made […]

September 6, 2024
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6min16
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Sri Lanka in collaboration with the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC), United Nations Global Compact Network Sri Lanka (CNSL), and the UN Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP), recently hosted a two-day workshop as part of the Sustainable Finance Week […]


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