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DFCC Bank Rings Bell at Colombo Stock Exchange to Mark the Launch and ...
DFCC Bank PLC (DFCC Bank) was invited by the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) to ring the market opening bell to mark the successful launch of Sri Lanka’s first Basel III–compliant Green, Social, Sustainability and Sustainability-Linked Loan (GSS+) Bond - a milestone in the country’s evolving sustainable finance landscape.The bell-ringing ceremony followed the strong market reception of the Bond, which was oversubscribed on its opening day, reflecting robust investor confidence in the instrument’s structure, governance standards, and long-term relevance.The event was attended by Chairman J. Durairatnam, Chief Executive Officer Thimal Perera, members of the senior leadership team of DFCC Bank, officials of the Colombo Stock Exchange, officials of KPMG (Global Assurance), Nithya Partners, and the Joint Managers Capital Alliance Partners Limited and NDB Investment Bank Limited.The GSS+ Bond represents the first instrument in Sri Lanka to combine impact-focused financing with Basel III regulatory capital compliance. By reinforcing the Bank’s capital base while directing funds towards measurable environmental and social outcomes, the issuance bridges financial system resilience with national development priorities.Commenting at the ceremony, Thimal Perera, Chief Executive Officer of DFCC Bank stated, “The ringing of the bell is more than a tradition. It reflects the broader significance of this issuance for Sri Lanka’s capital markets. This Bond strengthens our regulatory capital position while enabling the mobilisation of long-term funding towards initiatives that support environmental sustainability, social inclusion, and economic resilience. It demonstrates that prudential strength and impact-oriented finance can operate within the same disciplined framework.”Rajeeva Bandaranaike, CEO of the Colombo Stock Exchange, stated: “The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) is pleased to see DFCC Bank continue its long-standing commitment to sustainable finance through the issuance of Sri Lanka’s first Basel III-compliant GSS+ Bond. When we introduced the GSS+ instrument framework in 2024, we aimed to provide a platform for companies to raise capital for social and environmental projects. We are happy to see the effective use of this mechanism.”The GSS+ structure enables financing across four interconnected pillars:Green Finance – renewable energy, clean transportation, energy efficiency, and climate resilience.Social Finance – housing, healthcare, education, essential services, ...
Topic | Capital raising | Australian Financial Review
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DFCC Bank Launches Inaugural "Wyapara Hamuwa" Event for 2026 in ...
With programs like "Wyapara Hamuwa," DFCC Bank continues to directly engage with entrepreneurs and supplier networks, promoting financial awareness and skill development that aligns with the dynamic needs of Sri Lanka's business environment.
DFCC Bank lists Bond on India's NSE International Exchange
DFCC Bank PLC has become the first foreign corporate entity to list a bond on the National Stock Exchange - International Exchange (NSE IX) at GIFT City, India - marking a significant milestone in Sri Lanka's capital markets and reinforcing DFCC Bank's position as a regional leader in sustainable finance.
