AML / KYC

Sri Lanka to Start Registering Crypto Firms Ahead of FATF Review

24/07/2025

The move, driven by an upcoming FATF evaluation, will require VASP registration, but the CBSL stresses it is not legalisation.

Capital / Liquidity

Sri Lanka Launches High-yield Interest Scheme for Senior Citizens

08/07/2025

The government launched a subsidised scheme offering a 3% interest premium on fixed deposits for senior citizens to counter high living costs.

Securities / Derivatives

Colombo Stock Exchange Set to Launch New CCP Next Month

21/06/2025

The introduction of the CCP is expected to bring several key benefits, including eliminating counterparty default risk and enabling netting of trades.

Securities / Derivatives

Sri Lanka SEC Approves Short Selling Framework

12/10/2023

The CSE has started conducting virtual workshops to create awareness of regulated short selling and stock borrowing and lending.

Securities / Derivatives

Sri Lanka SEC Calls on Stockbroking Firms to Improve Governance

20/09/2023

SEC chairman asked brokerage firms to improve their understanding of compliance requirements and invest more in technology and infrastructure.

AML / KYC

Sri Lanka Publishes First National Risk Assessment Since 2014

16/09/2023

The highest risks were identified among informal money remitters, real estate agents, banks and finance companies.

Securities / Derivatives

Sri Lanka SEC Approves New Listing Rules for SOEs

14/09/2023

A new transitionary board will be set up, allowing SOEs to list and progressively transition to a listing on one of the CSE’s existing boards.

ESG / Sustainability

Sri Lanka Revises Corporate Governance Rules for Listed Companies

12/09/2023

The revisions will help to build investor confidence and better align corporate governance practices in Sri Lanka with international standards.

Uncategorised

CSE Introduces Short Selling, Stock Borrowing & Lending

11/09/2023

The Colombo Stock Exchange said the new initiatives will create a more dynamic and transparent trading ecosystem and offer more flexibility to investors.