Category: Colombo Stock Exchange Trade Summary
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Why Sri Lanka’s Colombo Stock Exchange All-Share Index (ASI) Is Reducing: Local and International Factors, and Alternative Investment Opportunities
In recent months, the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) has seen a significant decline in its All-Share Index (ASI). Investors have been concerned by the drop in stock prices, and many are looking for answers to the factors causing this downturn. While stock market fluctuations are a natural part of any economy, the ongoing reduction in…
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Toyota Lanka Announces Brand New Vehicle Prices After Import Ban Lift – Prices Soar Amidst New Taxation and VAT – Feb 2025
In a significant move following the lift of the import ban, Toyota Lanka has released the prices for its 2024/2025 vehicle lineup. However, the announcement has left many potential buyers in shock, as the prices are much higher than expected. The steep increase in prices has been largely attributed to the introduction of new taxes…
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Why Fixed Deposits in Banks Are the Best Way to Achieve Financial Independence Retire Early (FIRE) in Sri Lanka
Achieving Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) is a goal that many people in Sri Lanka aspire to. While the FIRE movement emphasizes aggressive saving and smart investing to allow individuals to retire earlier than the traditional retirement age, it’s important to be strategic about the methods used to build wealth. Among the various investment options…
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Financial Independence Retire Early (FIRE): A Path to Financial Freedom in Sri Lanka
In recent years, the concept of Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) has gained significant traction worldwide. This movement promotes the idea of achieving financial independence at an early age and retiring much earlier than traditional retirement ages. While the FIRE movement is largely associated with Western countries, its principles can be adapted and applied to…
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Building Wealth in Sri Lanka: How to Save and Invest Your Way to 100 Million
Becoming a 100 Millions is an ambitious but achievable goal, even in Sri Lanka, where opportunities for smart savings and investments are plentiful. With the power of compounding interest, disciplined saving, and wise investing, you can grow your wealth exponentially over time. In this article, we’ll break down the steps to reaching that coveted 100…
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Why the Bank and Finance Sector is Performing Well on the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) – A Data-Driven Insight
The Bank and Finance sector on the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) has been showing strong performance recently, with several economic and financial factors driving investor confidence. Several key numbers and indicators highlight the sector’s growth, reflecting the positive impact of Sri Lanka’s ongoing economic recovery and market conditions. Stabilization of Macroeconomic Conditions Sri Lanka’s…
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Colombo Stock Exchange Performance on January 30, 2025: Key Indicators for Future Investment
The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) saw mixed performance on January 30, 2025, as Sri Lanka’s market continues to navigate a challenging economic landscape. Investors are keeping a keen eye on both local and global indicators as the country works to stabilize its financial situation and encourage sustainable growth. Despite various hurdles, opportunities remain for those…
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National Development Bank (NDB) Debenture issue is Oversubscribed
National Development Bank (NDB) Announces that an issue of 50’000,000 Basel iii compliant – Tier 2 listed rated unsecured subordinated Redeemable debentures with a non – viability conversion (Debentures), at the par value of LKR 100/- each to raise LKR 5,000,000,000/- . With the prevailing economic situation, investment avenues are narrows and Central Bank of…
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Central Bank of Sri Lanka Issues New Coins for Year 2019
Central Bank of Sri Lanka Issues New Coins of Rs. 10, Rs. 5, Rs. 2 and Rs.1 made of stainless steel for the transection from 1st January 2019. Now you can obtain these coins from any commercial bank branch and can be used for payments amongst other currency notes and coins in circulation. Reasons for…