CSE Annual Report 2010
CSE Annual Report 2010
CSE Annual Report 2010
GAINING MOMENTUM
Over the past year we have laid the foundation for appropriate initiatives to build an enduring market for the future. This report shows how we are gaining momentum for: Energizing Investor Participation through Market Development Optimizing Rigour, Responsiveness and Balance through Regulatory Affairs Unifying Trading via Next Generation Systems through Information Technology Enhancing the Post Trade Value Chain through Clearing and Settlement We have set the foundation right. The challenge now is to turn the prevailing opportunities into beneficial results. The Colombo Stock Exchange. We are gaining momentum..
Year 2010 was a critical juncture for the rise and reshaping of the Sri Lankan economy. Supported by multi-polar sources, a spirited trajectory has been forged for future economic expansion. Within this setting the CSE has a responsibility to the nation at large to serve as a dependable platform for capital market activity whilst evolving towards a more robust and sustainable future.
Our Vision
To be the preferred choice for creation of wealth and value
Our Mission
Encourage issuers to raise capital through the CSE Increase the number of active investors Provide facilities to trade Equity, Debt and Derivative products Ensure balanced regulation to maintain market integrity and investor confidence
Contents
Our Vision Our Mission Contents Keeping Score Market Highlights Graphical Review Chairmans Message Chief Executive Officers Message Equity Market Market Development Regulatory Affairs Information Technology Clearing and Settlement CSE in the Community Management Team Board of Directors Board Committees 2 2 3 5 7 9 11 14 17 21 23 28 30 33 34 36 40 Financial Information Annual Report of the Board of Directors on the affairs of the Company Audit Committee Report Directors Responsibility for Financial Reporting Independent Auditors Report Balance Sheet Income Statement Statement of Changes in Equity Consolidated Cash Flow Statement Notes to the Financial Statements Key Financial Indicators Members of the CSE Corporate Information 42 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 68 69 71
Keeping Score
Even as a non-profit mutual we scrutinize our core business and responsibilities. Our stakeholders currently include our regulator, listed issuers, investors, members and other market participants, our staff and the community at large. The following scorecard allows these stakeholders to measure our progress and understand our accountability towards diverse goals. 2010 CSE and CDS Fees (Rs. Mn) Selected Operational Revenues Listings Fees (Rs. Mn) Listed Company Fees (Rs. Mn) Brokers Fees (Rs. Mn) Initial Capital Raised (Rs. Bn) Equity Capital Flows and Listed Wealth Capital Raised from Rights Issues (Rs. Bn) Market Capitalization (Rs. Bn) Market Capitalization as percentage of GDP Referrals made to the SEC for further investigation (No.) Client complaints investigated (No.) Operational Members and Trading Members (No.) System Uptime Trading System (ATS) Depository System (CDS) Network External Connections Member Firms (No.) Custodian Banks (No.) Company Secretaries/Registrars (No.) IT Services and Infrastructure Data Vendors (No.) Total External Connections (No.) ATS Front End Users (No.) ATS Performance Maximum No. of Orders/Day Maximum No. of Trades/Day (Includes cancelled Trades) Total Orders Processed (No.) Total Trades Processed (No.) (Includes cancelled Trades) CDS Accounts (No.) Clearing and Settlement Deposits (No.) Securities held by the CDS (No. Bn) Value of securities held by the CDS (Rs. Bn) 66,385 36,917 6,582,751 3,363,626 554,192 363,880 23.8 1,373.3 36,706 15,290 2,835,709 1,266,542 496,907 43,933 14.3 618.9 +81% +141% +132% +166% +12% +728% +66% +122% 26 04 20 05 55 621 21 05 26 542 +24% * * * +112% +15% 99.99% 100.00% 100.00% 99.99% 100.00% 100.00% * * * 1,149.2 32.0 50.3 15.4 4.3 21.0 2,210.5 39.5% 22 39 23 2009 341.7 15.3 19.0 14.5 0.7 5.2 1,092.1 22.6% 12 09 21 YoY +236% +109% +165% +6% +514% +304% +102% * +83% +333% +10%
Market Supervision
2010 Gender Balance (Male:Female) Age Analysis % of staff below 25 years % of staff aged 25-35 years % of staff aged 36-55 years Our Staff People cost as percentage of turnover Training programmes attended (No.) Employment satisfaction survey participants as percentage of total staff Response rate of staff participating in employment satisfaction survey Donations to approved charities (Rs. Mn) Page views by the public of the CSE website, www.cse.lk (No. Mn) Community Banner views by the public for online education through the CSE website (No.) Number of presentations for students and teachers Percentage of turnover captured through branches of the CSE
Source : Colombo Stock Exchange *YoY variance calculated only where relevant / applicable to indicator. Certain data has been approximated. YoY variances are subject to rounding error.
2009 58:42 5% 60% 35% 28.3% 87 n/a n/a 0.5 8.7 31,341 148 5.0%
58:42 8% 59% 33% 9.1% 112 69% 100% 7.2 25.8 86,403 161 7.0%
Market Highlights
Market Highlights Equity Annual Turnover (Rs. Mn) Domestic (Rs. Mn) Foreign (Rs. Mn) Daily Average Turnover (Rs. Mn) Shares Traded (No. Mn) Domestic (No. Mn) Foreign (No. Mn) Trades (No.) Domestic (No.) Foreign (No.) Market Capitalization (Rs. Bn) Market Capitalization as a % of GDP Turnover Velocity (%) Initial Capital Raised (Rs. Bn) New Listings (No.) Foreign Trading Activity Annual Turnover (Rs. Mn) Purchases (Rs. Mn) Sales (Rs. Mn) Net Foreign Flow (Rs. Mn) Returns, Yields and Valuation Multiples All Share Price Index Y-O-Y Change (%) Milanka Price Index Y-O-Y Change (%) Market PER Year End (Times) Price to Book Value Year End (Times) Dividend Yield Year End (%) Debt Corporate Debt Turnover (Rs. 000) Trades (No.) Debentures Traded (No. 000) Government Debt Turnover (Rs. 000) Trades (No.) Debentures Traded (No. 000)
2010 570,326.8 464,733.6 105,593.2 2,396.3 18,489.2 16,684.5 1804.7 3,355,126 3,225,041 130,085 2,210.5 39.5 34.5 4.3 10 105,593.2 92,425.5 118,760.9 (26,335.3) 6,635.9 96.0 7,061.5 83.4 25.2 3.0 1.2
2009 142,462.6 99,010.8 43,451.8 593.6 4,762.7 3784.2 978.4 1,266,299 1,190,822 75,477 1,092.1 22.6 18.0 0.7 2 43,451.8 43,057.3 43,846.3 (789.0) 3,385.6 125.3 3,849.4 136.0 16.6 1.7 3.0
2008 110,453.9 50,796.9 59,656.9 464.1 3,154.9 1934.9 1220.0 776,244 730,415 45,829 488.8 11.1 16.9 0.4 2 59,656.9 66,632.2 52,681.7 13,950.5 1,503.0 (40.9) 1,631.3 (50.4) 5.4 0.8 5.6
Market Highlights New Debt Listings (No.) Initial Capital Raised (Rs. Bn) Warrants Turnover (Rs. Mn) Trades (No.) Warrants Traded (No. Mn) No. of Warrants Traded (as per type of warrant) New Warrants Listed (Types) Closed End Funds Turnover (Rs. Mn) Trades (No.) Units Traded (No. 000) Funds Listed (as at 31st December, No.) New Funds Listed (No.) Capital Raised (Rs. Mn) Additional Data Companies Listed (as at 31st December, No.) Companies Traded (No.) Delistings (No.) Market Days (No.)
Source : Colombo Stock Exchange
2010 2 15.0 19,581.2 227,671 1,531.6 16 12 621.3 8,302 8,221.7 1 Nil n/a 242 239 1 238
2009 2 0.6 1,688.1 35,826 148.8 5 2 4.6 228 87.0 1 1 537.6 232 232 6 240
2008 5 5.6 142.2 7,830 24.8 3 2 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 235 232 2 238
Graphical Review
5,377
11,254
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Turnover Velocity
35 30 25 20
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Chairmans Message
I am happy to have the opportunity yet again to address the stakeholders of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE). The phenomenal performance of the CSE continued in 2010 from where it left off in 2009. It will be evident from the performance highlights given in this annual report that new all time records were created in 2010 in respect of key equity market indicators such as the All Share Price Index, Milanka Price Index, annual turnover, annual transactions, number of trades in a single day and market capitalization. The CSE admitted 8 new trading members increasing the number of broker firms to 29. The turnover velocity, which is a measure of the level of liquidity almost doubled to 34.5% and 8 initial public offerings added 1,688 million shares raising Rs.4.3 billion of new equity in the process. The significant increase in volume was handled with a 99.99% uptime in the trading system.
Domestic investors lead the way but institutional trading volumes low
The market price earnings ratio at the year-end was amongst the highest in the region at 25.2 times. This had the effect of making the market less attractive to foreigners who were net sellers to the tune of Rs.26.3 billion but in absolute terms foreign investor related market turnover also reached an all time high of Rs.106.0 billion surpassing the previous high of Rs.60.0 billion in 2008. However, domestic investors have firmly established themselves as the dominant investor segment, thereby increasing the depth of the market. The increase in the number of depository accounts and the more than five-fold increase to Rs.168.0 million, being 7% compared to 5% in 2009, in the average daily turnover contribution in 2010 from the five CSE branches outside Colombo including the new Jaffna Branch in the Northern Province are manifestations
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of increasing domestic investor interest. Although the increased domestic interest is welcome and is consistent with the national policy of broad basing share ownership, the contribution to total turnover from domestic individual investors at about 44% appears high in comparison to many other markets.
that, as in other markets, mutual funds will expand and become the preferred vehicle for retail investments in the stock market and that the proportion of trading by institutional investors will increase in time to come. The increase in the new listings that is expected will also lead to the unintended consequence where annual general meetings of listed companies will tend to pile up in the last few days of June. This is partly due to the marking scheme adopted in the Best Annual Report Competition conducted by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (ICASL) which assigns additional marks if the meetings are held within three months of the closing of the financial year. Although participation is voluntary, the competition is popular and is a useful tool for the continuous improvement in the standards of disclosure. However, it is also important to facilitate shareholder participation at general meetings in the interests of good corporate governance. The CSE has therefore requested the ICASL to consider changes to the marking scheme in order to overcome this problem without diluting the quality and timeliness of information provided to shareholders.
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More to do .
The CSE should also position itself to benefit from the broader policy initiatives of the government. Exchange Controls are being progressively liberalized which should pave the way for the larger Sri Lankan companies to seek dual listings. While there is a natural fear that such a move could affect liquidity in the local market, a holistic view focusing on the medium term benefits that will accrue to the CSE from transforming our companies from local to regional or even global players should outweigh those concerns. Opportunities to permit overseas companies to list on the CSE should also be explored. However, in doing so, ensuring effective regulation and enforcement are important for the preservation of the reputation of the CSE.
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I am pleased to recount the CSEs strategic direction in consolidating and preparing to transform into a truly sustainable market place. Even as we are optimistic about the opportunities prevalent within the current growth phase of our economy, we remain acutely aware of the challenges ahead.
Buoyant equity market
The past year has been one of euphoric market activity. Market performance broke new ground surpassing previous all time highs: The ASPI ended the year at 6,635.9 points, up 96.0% YoY; The MPI ended the year at 7,061.5 points, reflecting an increase of 83.4% YoY; Annual turnover reached a record Rs.570.3 billion, up 300.3% YoY; Equity market volumes for the year rose 165.0% YoY; Market capitalization as at year end was Rs.2,210.5 billion, up 102.4% from the previous years closing of Rs.1,092.1 billion. The bullish performance speaks for the confidence that a predominantly domestic investor base has in our market. It was underpinned by a resilient economy for which 2010 marked a critical time. As anticipated during the previous year, a spirited trajectory has been forged for economic growth with Sri Lankas Real GDP growing at a record level of 8.0% in 2010. The ensuing year and the medium term continue to bid strong for the Sri Lankan economy.
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Strategic momentum
In the current context of economic growth, it is useful to review the CSEs strategic focus during year 2010 which was the second year of our Strategic Plan 20092013. In this medium term plan, the undertakings of the CSE were expressed under the following themes: Enhancing Liquidity; Improving Risk Management, and Introducing Product Variety. With the primary focus being on liquidity, we envisaged a stock exchange which would attain the following Key Performance Indices: increase turnover velocity to 25.0% from the 12.0% rate during the time of plan formulation; and increase new equity listings to 5 each year. A year of vibrant market activity in part contributed to the strategic momentum and the year closed gaining headway in terms of targets set: a turnover velocity of 34.5% in relation to the past3-year average rate of 15.9% was recorded; and equity listings of 10 new companies were facilitated, 8 of which raised initial capital.
We were pleased to welcome 10 new companies, 8 of which listed equity through initial public offerings and 2 through introduction. The 8 new equity listings raised initial capital of Rs.4.3 billion. This is in contrast to the previous year in which 2 companies were listed, raising initial capital of Rs.0.7 billion. In addition, Bank of Ceylon and the Urban Development Authority raised Rs.15.0 billion initial debt capital collectively. This result would not have been possible without the efforts made at maintaining continuous dialogue with potential new entrants from the time of identification of such candidates through to listing. The IPO pipeline looks promising for both debt and equity during the ensuing year. Structural enhancements As an acid test of our commitment to improve liquidity it should be noted that in addition to attracting new listings, we seek to introduce enabling market microstructure refinements and regulatory reforms. We believe further improvements are possible in achieving competitive transaction costs. It is encouraging to note that some broker firms are becoming relatively more active in providing value added services such as online trading, aiding growth in volumes thereby mitigating any negative impact of transaction cost revisions. Directives by the SEC have necessitated the revisiting of both transaction costs and tick size during the year. However, as the transaction cost revision is perhaps more advantageous for the retail or smaller institutional investor there can be no room for complacency as the CSE initiates its programmes to capture an optimal investor mix, with a focal point being strategic foreign investors.
Liquidity as cornerstone
Arguably, a core measure of an exchanges ability to attract issuers and investors is best demonstrated by its liquidity. Driven in part by the paradigm shift in the socioeconomic environment and prevailing peace, trading activity in Sri Lanka has risen in the recent past. Approximately 81.0% of turnover was generated by domestic investors, a considerable portion of which is prone to short-term trading strategies. As Sri Lankas visibility becomes more pronounced on the sub regional economic development map, this is an opportune time to activate wider investor networking. We also face considerable compulsion to actively promote high quality listings because as a frontier market, size and liquidity continue to be concerns which downplay Sri Lankas competitiveness in relation to the more developed emerging markets. Listings Currently our listings platform combines both the Main Board and Diri Savi Board. The Main Board captures the interest of largely capitalized companies. Through the latter niche medium and small capital companies are proffered listing.
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under the guidance of the National Stock Exchange of India. Collectively, transforming our technological landscape and enhanced risk management would be crucial for both enhancing liquidity and product variety. Simultaneously, in our role as market supervisor we continue to court balanced regulation, the core for creating confidence in investors and issuers. Activities during the year in improving the quality and efficiency of our core operations while expanding our business offerings selectively have been detailed on pages 21 through 32 of this Report.
Appreciation
There are many contributors to our advancement over the year. I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to the Board of Directors for their stewardship during the year. I especially wish to thank our Chairman, Mr. Nihal Fonseka for his invaluable contributions to the CSE over the past five years. The CSE was much strengthened by his unstinting and generous service and wise leadership. I wish him the best in his future endeavours. I wish to thank my management team for their invaluable support and dedication. My thanks also go to all members of staff for their contribution and continued pride in their work. I thank Mrs. Indrani Sugathadasa, Chairperson of the SEC, Mr. Malik Cader, Director General, SEC and the Directors of the Commission, for their concerted efforts to enhance the CSEs significance as a conducive destination for greater capital flows and investment. I wish to also thank our listed companies, investors, members and other market participants, whose confidence in the CSE is inspiring. As we strive towards enduring growth, the success of our strategic initiatives in product and other innovations would be greatly enhanced through your constant dialogue, feedback and input.
Strategy in context
Probing the paradigm shift The CSE maintains a strong commitment to the countrys development as a capital market conduit of resources from savers and investors to new ideas, projects and opportunities. The reshaping of Sri Lankas economic landscape and its impact on market dynamics makes it timely and relevant to reassess some of the numerical goals and timeframes set in our Strategic Plan. To ensure that we are goal oriented and current, we formulate annual interim work plans which target liquidity enhancement, improving product variety and sound risk management which inevitably define core strategy of stock exchanges, globally. Building a unique value proposition for this frontier market can be attained insofar as we are change agents as well as beneficiaries of change at this decisive time. As the Strategic Plan 2009-2013 had not pre-empted the altered economic growth trajectory, we are now probing this paradigm shift. To achieve greater congruence with the new growth path we have initiated action to review and revise our strategic targets.
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Equity Market
Market Highlights
The equity market reached unprecedented levels in year 2010, surpassing all records set in the post-war period starting May 2009. The CSE retained its position as the second best performing stock exchange in the world as ranked by Bloomberg News and was also ranked the top performing broad equity market index from among members of the World Federation of Exchanges (WFE). The All Share Price Index (ASPI) recorded a growth of 3,250.3 points or 96.0% for the year 2010, continuing Figure 1: Market highlights
the upward trend set in 2009, closing the year at 6,635.9 points. The benchmark index reached its highest level in history of 7,147.8 points on 1st October 2010. The Milanka Price Index (MPI), which follows the growth of 25 selected companies, closed the year at 7,061.5 points recording a growth of 83.4% for the year. The MPI reached its highest level in history of 7,829.1 points on 1st October 2010.
New Record Highest ASPI Highest MPI Highest Annual Turnover Highest Average Daily Turnover Highest Annual No. of Transactions Highest No. of Trades for a Trading Day Highest Market Capitalization
Source: Colombo Stock Exchange
Previous Record 3,385.6 4,214.8 Rs. 142.5 Bn Rs. 593.6 Mn 1.27 Mn 15,290 Rs.1,092.1 Bn 30th Dec 2009 26th Feb 2007 2009 2009 2009 18th June 2009 30th Dec 2009
1st Oct 2010 1st Oct 2010 2010 2010 2010 21st Sep 2010 1st Oct 2010
Turnover
The CSE generated an equity turnover of Rs.570.3 billion during the year 2010, the highest trading activity in CSE history, surpassing the previous record of Rs.142.5 billion for the year 2009. The WFE ranks the growth in the turnover (in US Dollar terms) of the CSE as the highest among all member exchanges in the year 2010. Figure 2: Top 5 & Last 5 wFE Members in terms of Growth in Total Turnover in 2010 (in USd)
Colombo SE Bermuda SE SE of Thailand Phillippine SE Santiago SE Athens SE Saudi SM - Tadawul Egyptian SE Ljubjana SE Cyprus SE % -100 -50 0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 (33.8%) (40.0%) (47.9%) (53.2%) (57.6%) 72.5% 57.1% 56.8% 121.2% 303.7%
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Figure 3: Investor Contribution to Total Market Turnover 2008-2010 Year 2008 2009 2010
Source: Colombo Stock Exchange Totals are subject to rounding error
Foreign investors remained net sellers during the year, with a record net outflow of Rs.26.3 billion. However, the annual turnover by foreign investors was also at an all-time high at Rs.105.6 billion for year 2010, surpassing the previous record of Rs.59.6 billion generated in 2008. The market depth through domestic investor participation was sufficient to absorb the negative price impact of foreign selling and as such, price indices did not witness a pronounced downward adjustment. Closer inspection of turnover makeup points to the predominantly domestic investor base, which characterizes our market (Figure 3).
Market Capitalization
The Market Capitalization of the CSE crossed the two trillion Rupee level on 13th September 2010 and closed the year at Rs.2,210.5 billion. The Market Capitalization recorded a growth of 102.4% for the year 2010, the highest growth recorded by a WFE member (in US Dollar terms).
Market Liquidity
The CSE has shown an improved level of liquidity as measured by turnover velocity, due in part to the vibrant market conditions impacting both price and participation levels. Turnover velocity increased to 34.5% in 2010 from 18.0% in 2009. Liquidity on the CSE still remains lower when compared to other regional emerging markets.
Trading Volumes
An average of 14,097 trades was executed each day, with 36,888 trades, the highest number of transactions at the CSE being executed on 21st September 2010.
Figure 4: Turnover Velocity of selected Asian Stock Exchanges Exchange Colombo Stock Exchange Bursa Malaysia Hong Kong Stock Exchange National Stock Exchange of India Singapore Exchange Stock Exchange of Thailand Turnover Velocity (%)* 2010 34.5 31.7 59.4 56.8 51.3 94.2 2009 18.0 35.5 82.5 86.8 66.2 90.8
Source: World Federation of Exchanges, Colombo Stock Exchange * The turnover velocity is calculated as share turnover / average market capitalization for the year
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Figure 5: Initial Public Offerings (Equity) in 2010 Sector Banks Finance & Insurance Beverage Food & Tobacco Services Information Technology Footwear & Textiles Power & Energy Total
Source: Colombo Stock Exchange
No of Issues 1 2 1 1 1 2 8
Market Valuations
Our market Price Earnings Ratio continues to be higher than those of traditional emerging markets. At 25.2 times, the multiple was among the highest in the Asian region making the market relatively expensive for diversification in the international portfolio context.
Figure 6: Market PER as at Year End 2010 Exchange Colombo Stock Exchange Singapore Exchange Bursa Malaysia National Stock Exchange of India Stock Exchange of Thailand Hong Kong Stock Exchange Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange
Source: World Federation of Exchanges members
Price Earnings Ratio 25.2 19.0 17.3 24.5 15.4 16.7 10.3
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Market Development
... Energizing Investor Participation
The Market Development Division is responsible for broadening the investor base of the CSE by ensuring a wide and equitable spread of market information and knowledge. The Division strives to deliver value through maintaining close issuer relations and also works to identify potential candidates for listing. The Division oversees the CSEs branch network through which access is provided and participation by the regional investor base in our market is energized.
Local Reach
Our branch network aids in capturing greater visibility and provides easy access to a growing cross section of domestic investors. The CSE expanded its network to the Northern Province with the opening of a branch in Jaffna on 27th April 2010. The branch houses six stockbroker firms and has attracted over 600 new investors from the region to the market since its inception. In 2010 the branch generated an average daily turnover of Rs.2.6 million. The CSEs branches in Matara, Kandy, Kurunegala and Negombo continued to attract new investors and additional turnover to the market during the year. Approximately 7.0% of average daily turnover of the CSE was contributed by its branches during the year under review, relative to 5.0% in year 2009. The main focus of educational activities was continuous education for new and existing investors. An eight week Investor Course was organized by the CSE in association with the Financial Services Academy of the SEC. The programme was designed to provide participants with an in-depth understanding of the importance of obtaining and interpreting market information, financial planning as well as the benefits of investing in the stock market. Two such courses were conducted during the year, attracting more than 300 potential and new investors. The CSE together with CFA Sri Lanka also conducted two Workshops for Beginners during the year for newcomers interested in obtaining a basic understanding of investing in the market. A workshop on Investing in Unit Trusts was also conducted by the CSE during the second quarter of the year 2010, in association with the Unit Trust Association of Sri Lanka. Over the year, the CSE also educated students and teachers through 161 presentations.
Engaging via Awareness Raising Programmes The CSE conducted numerous educational activities in the year 2010 in terms of developing its investor base. A series of educational workshops and capital market awareness days were key among them.
Figure 7: Average daily Turnover generated at CSE Branches in 2010 Average Daily Turnover (Rs. Mn) 2010 Matara Kandy Kurunegala Negombo Jaffna Total 50.9 53.5 21.7 39.2 2.6 167.9 2009 9.7 9.1 5.8 5.6 30.2 Variance 422.5% 485.3% 274.1% 605.0% 2010 1,542 3,447 1,908 1,610 640 9,147 New Accounts Opened 2009 575 1,488 441 601 3,105 Variance 168.2% 131.6% 332.6% 167.9% -
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investors in the surrounding areas. 75 educational workshops were also conducted through the branch network for over 10,000 Ordinary and Advanced Level students in their relevant districts.
Media Reach
The CSE published over 100 articles focusing on creating awareness on stock market investments, in local print and online media in all three languages. The CSE also began the publication of the daily market summary in the Daily Lankadeepa and Udayan for the first time in 2010, while continuing to publish the summarized trading statistics in all daily English newspapers. During the year, the CSE was also featured on local TV and Radio programmes, apart from the daily market updates given to three local English Radio Stations.
Website
The CSE website, www.cse.lk, continues to act as the main information portal of the CSE and provides access to a comprehensive array of services. Page views have steadily increased since the existing site was launched in 2007, reaching approximately 25.8 million in 2010, reflecting a 198.0% increase YoY. Figure 8: Page views on CSE website from 2007 to 2010 Year 2007 2008 2009 2010 Page Views 3,893,532 5,810,039 8,657,217 25,798,343
Issuer Relations
The CSE continued to create awareness and assist unlisted companies to consider the option of listing on the Colombo Stock Exchange during the year under review. One to one meetings with 14 such unlisted companies during the year focused on apprising areas in the Listing Rules introduced in April 2009. Of the 12 potential companies with which the Issuer Relations unit met during the previous year, 3 companies have been listed during 2010.
Source: Site Report Nov 2007 Feb 2011, EFutures The memory capacity of the application servers was increased in September 2010, taking the above into consideration. A hardware upgrade, which includes upgrading of the disaster recovery site, is in progress. A Did You Know banner series was initiated in the latter part of the year, to create awareness about the features of the website. The main banner section of the home page carried 11 such banners.
Cyber Education
A new feature comprising education guides for investors was introduced to the website under the Workshops & Seminars section. Through this feature website users can access presentations (in PDF format) from awareness programmes conducted in Colombo and at branch level which serves as an online education tool focusing on basics of investing in the stock market. Presentations are made available in Sinhala, Tamil and English. Online education through this feature and other sections including Getting Started and the Interested in Investing? banners recorded 86,403 unique visitors in 2010 reflecting an increase of 176% YoY.
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Regulatory Affairs
... Optimizing Rigour, Responsiveness and Balance
The Regulatory Affairs Division plays the central role in ensuring that the market is fair, orderly and transparent. New issuers and listed companies rely on the confidence created by the Division in pursuing new listings and satisfying capital raising aspirations. Investors draw confidence from a sound regulatory framework of investor protection. Crucially, the CSE remains competitive as a destination of investment and capital raising insofar as fairness, orderliness and transparency are attained. In its course of business, the Regulatory Affairs Division and under its auspices the Listings and Corporate Affairs Division interact extensively with 242 listed companies and 29 Members and Trading Members, in addition to various investment banks and candidates for listing.
Market Surveillance Against a backdrop of increased market activity during the year, trading and market surveillance activities focused on maintaining a fair and orderly exchange space, through the conduct of relevant and timely regulatory measures. From a surveillance perspective, the year was challenging, mainly due to higher price volatility witnessed on certain securities, especially during the middle of the year. In view of increased market activity and the spillover effect on volumes, greater market vigilance was necessitated. A key challenge for the year in a bullish market was striking the optimum balance between regulatory objectives and the exuberance shown by market participants. Referrals During the year, to preserve fair and orderly trading in the market and safeguard investors interests the Division referred 22 cases of suspected market malpractices (consisting of 6 insider dealing, 2 front running and 14 market manipulation cases) to the SEC. The Division continuously monitors the market to detect inappropriate behaviour and facilitates the process of enforcement of sanctions via the SEC.
Trading
Enhanced Services - disclosure Standards As a disclosure based market we have a strong focus on adequacy and timeliness of disclosures. During the year we witnessed an increase of routine as well as ad-hoc announcements. Efforts were heightened to ensure issuers make appropriate and meaningful disclosure on all material to aid informed decisions. This applied in particular to disclosure of price sensitive information. There was greater engagement with listed issuers to enhance the content of announcements, thereby raising the standards of disclosure. Facilitating Continuous Trading While issuers have an obligation to disclose pricesensitive information to the market in a timely manner, we are mindful of minimizing interruptions to trading when material announcements are released by listed issuers during trading hours. Our policy is aimed at increasing market efficiency and facilitating continuous trading whilst providing sufficient time for dissemination of information. directives Relating to Price Volatility Management As per a directive issued by the SEC in view of managing price volatility, a market wide 10% upward and downward price band (a Limit Up Limit Down rule) was imposed on all securities from 4th August 2010.
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As per a subsequent directive issued by the SEC on 20th September 2010, the aforementioned market wide price band was removed and a 10% upward and downward price band was imposed only on securities which were captured as a result of applying a formula based on price volatility and volume traded, adjusted to public holdings of the respective securities. The 10% price band imposed on a security was effective for 15 market days. Presently it is only applicable for 5 market days. During 2010, 15 securities were captured by the said formula. Under this directive, Broker Firms were also required to obtain not less than 50% of the settlement value upfront in the form of realized funds from investors who wished to purchase securities captured under this formula. This requirement has been removed by the SEC subsequently. directive Relating to Market Microstructure Improving liquidity in the secondary market has been an ongoing priority for both the SEC and CSE. As an initial step towards this goal, the SEC and the CSE held deliberations and agreed in principle to a proposed amendment of the ATS rules to facilitate changes to market microstructure. A set of amendments agreed upon by the SEC and the CSE, later whetted based on deliberations by the Colombo Brokers Association, was approved by the SEC in April 2010 and recommended for implementation through a directive. The said directive was complied with by the CSE and as such the following market microstructure changes were facilitated. Revision of Transaction Costs In terms of the said directive, the two band fee structure previously applicable for trades up to Rs.1.0 million and over Rs.1.0 million was removed. A simplified fee structure was introduced for trades up to Rs.50.0 million and over Rs.50.0 million. For trades up to Rs.50.0 million, the transaction costs pertaining to Brokerage, CSE & CDS Fees and SEC Cess were reduced by 20% on the fee structure previously applicable for transactions over Rs.1.0 million.
Figure 9: Transaction costs up to 31st July 2010 Up to 31st July 2010 Fees for transactions up to Rs.1.0 Mn, (%) Total Transaction Cost Brokerage Fees CSE Fees CDS Fees SEC Cess Share Transaction Levy 1.4250 1.0000 0.1050 0.0300 0.0900 0.2000
Up to 31st July 2010 Fees for transactions over Rs.1.0 Mn, (%) Total Transaction Cost Brokerage Fees CSE Fees CDS Fees SEC Cess Share Transaction Levy 1.2250 0.8000 0.1050 0.0300 0.0900 0.2000
Up to 31st July 2010 Fees for transactions over Rs.100.0 Mn, (%) Total Transaction Cost (Minimum) Brokerage Fees (Minimum) CSE Fees CDS Fees SEC Cess Share Transaction Levy 0.4125 0.1000 0.0525 0.0150 0.0450 0.2000
The threshold applicable for negotiable brokerage was reduced from Rs.100.0 million to Rs.50.0 million with a minimum brokerage of 0.2%. The revised transaction costs were applicable from 1st August 2010. The transaction costs upto 31st July 2010 are tabulated in Figure 9. Succeeding compliance with the relevant SEC directive, transaction costs were revised as tabulated in Figure 10.
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Figure 10: Transaction costs w.e.f 1st August 2010 With Effect From 1st August 2010 Fees for transactions up to Rs.50.0 Mn, (%) Total Transaction Cost Brokerage Fees CSE Fees CDS Fees SEC Cess Share Transaction Levy Total Transaction Cost (Minimum) Brokerage Fees (Minimum) CSE Fees CDS Fees SEC Cess Share Transaction Levy 1.0200 0.6400 0.0840 0.0240 0.0720 0.2000* 0.5125 0.2000 0.0525 0.0150 0.0450 0.2000*
Broker Audits A total of 21 systems audits were conducted on Broker Firms during 2010. These audits focused primarily on identifying the risk factors relating to the operations of Broker Firms.
Listing Primary Markets Through the Listing and Corporate Affairs division, we continue to ensure that companies listing on our markets are able to access our markets simply and effectively. We have continued to process applications for new equity listings and handle pre-IPO enquiries in an increasingly more streamlined manner and assisted listing applicants to adhere to initial listing application rules and adequate disclosure. To aid the listing process we continue reviewing the Listing Rules to make them as unambiguous and user-friendly as possible. New Listings During 2010 a sum of Rs.4.3 billion was raised through eight equity IPOs. Two companies were listed by way of introductions. During the year under review initial debt offerings of Bank of Ceylon and the Urban Development Authority raised Rs.15.0 billion. Secondary Markets We also continued to process an increased number of applications for additional listing applications. A total of Rs.21.0 billion was raised by listed companies through Rights Issues in 2010. Three listed companies raised Rs.511.5 million through private placements and approval was granted for the listing of four warrant issues valued at Rs.50.0 billion.
* The Share Transaction Levy was increased to 0.3% from 1st January 2011.
Reduction of Tick Size The tick size was reduced across the board to Rs.0.10 effective from 1st August 2010. Increase of Crossings Threshold Additionally, the crossings threshold was also increased from Rs.10.0 million to Rs.20.0 million effective from 1st August 2010.
New Members Seven new Trading Members were admitted during 2010, of which five obtained licenses from SEC to operate as stockbrokers during the year. In addition, one new Trading Member was admitted for debt securities. Client Complaints The CSE Secretariat received and resolved 39 complaints submitted by clients against their Broker Firms. With regard to decisions given by the CSE Secretariat in respect of two complaints, the relevant Broker Firm appealed to the Dispute Resolution Committee of the CSE against the decisions. Subsequently the two complaints were settled by the clients and the Broker Firm.
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Figure 11: New Listings in 2010 Name of Company Renuka Agri Foods Ceylon Tea Brokers Raigam Wayamba Salterns Vallibel Finance Odel PC House Hydro Power Free Lanka Laugfs Gas Sinhaputhra Finance Citizens Development Business Finance Bank of Ceylon Urban Development Authority
Source: Listing Division, Colombo Stock Exchange
Equity Listing/ Debenture Listing Equity Equity Equity Equity Equity Equity Equity Equity Equity Equity Debentures Debentures
Type of Listing IPO IPO IPO IPO IPO IPO IPO IPO Introduction Introduction IPO IPO
Amount Raised (Rs. Mn) 270.00 28.00 200.00 114.40 250.50 629.57 350.00 2,505.00 5,000.00 10,000.00
iii. Amendments to Listing Rules in compliance with SEC directives Pursuant to directives issued by the SEC, the following new rules were incorporated to the CSE Listing Rules. Issue of warrants The company must maintain, at the time the Board of Directors decides to issue Warrants, a Public Holding of 25% for shares listed on the Main Board and 10% for shares listed on the Diri Savi Board. The number of shares to be listed by exercising the warrants to be issued (together with the warrants already issued which have not been exercised) shall not exceed 15% of the entitys total number of voting shares in issue at the time of the submission of the listing application for the Warrants. The tenure of the Warrants shall not exceed two years from the date of issue. disclosure requirements on related party transactions The company must include in the Annual Report related party transactions exceeding 10% of the equity or 5% of the total assets of the company, as per the Audited Financial Statements, whichever is lower. Details of investments in a related party and/or amounts due from a related party must be set out separately. The details shall include, as a minimum, the following: i. ii. The date of the transaction The name of the Related Party iv. v.
The relationship between the Entity and the Related Party The amount of the transaction and terms of the transaction The rationale for entering into the transaction.
Listed companies are also required to make an immediate disclosure to the CSE on related party transactions meeting the above criteria. Amendments to Listing Rules With the objective of improving the caliber of companies which are listed on the CSE, the CSE raised the standard of the listing criteria on the Main Board and Diri Savi Board. Accordingly, the following amendments have been made to the Listing criteria in the Listing Rules: Main Board 1. Minimum stated capital increased from Rs.100.0 million to Rs.500.0 million 2. Positive net assets for the last two financial years diri Savi Board 1. Minimum stated capital increased from Rs.35.0 million to Rs.100.0 million 2. 10% public holding requirement should be in relation to at least 100 public shareholders having not less than 100 shares each 3. Positive net assets for the past financial year
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4. Operating history of at least one year These amendments are effective from 1st April 2011. Consultation Papers New Stockbroker Rules The CSE has revised the Member Regulations and has drafted a new set of rules titled Stockbroker Rules to incorporate the following: 1. the current practices adopted by the CSE in relation to regulation of Member Firms; 2. the best practices that should be adopted by Member Firms; 3. provisions which are required to safeguard the interests of clients. The Stockbroker Rules have been approved by the CSEs Board. The Rules will be implemented after approval is granted by the SEC for the new Stockbroker Rules. Internet Trading Guidelines Presently most of the Broker Firms operating on the CSE offer internet trading facilities to their clients. However, there were no specific rules or guidelines relating to these functions. Therefore, it was felt that the internet trading functions of Brokers should be streamlined in order to identify the minimum requirements and standards relating to such functions. With this objective, the CSE issued Internet Trading Guidelines to Broker Firms during the year. These guidelines will be incorporated to the new Stockbroker rules, after obtaining the feedback of Brokers.
Proposed Amendments to Rules Amendments to Automated Trading Rules (ATS Rules) Amendments will be made to ATS Rules to be in line with the new version of the trading system, ATS version 7. The CSE has identified the amendments and has consulted the Brokers and the SEC regarding these amendments. ATS Rules will be amended prior to implementation of ATS version 7 in 2011. Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) Rules The CSE, in consultation with the SEC, has drafted new rules on ETFs. In this regard, the CSE and SEC met officials of the Securities and Exchange Board of India to obtain their feedback. It was identified that the CSE should have a liquid Index to launch an ETF.
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Information Technology
...Unifying Trading via Next Generation Systems
The CSEs core business lines depend on technology which is secure, stable and performs to high levels of availability and throughput. It is the Information Technology Division which ensures the effective operation of the networks and systems that enable price discovery, trading and clearing and settlement. With the dramatic increase in trading volumes and record highs reached by operating indicators over the year, it is timely and relevant for the Information Technology Division to enhance infrastructure and introduce technology solutions that can accommodate a continued phase of growth. A core focus for the Division is providing the technological landscape which will enable integrated trading, as our market continues to expand and diversify.
Systems Uptime
Even in the comparatively more demanding market environment over the past year, the Division continued to accommodate rising volumes of activity through its existing trading technology. There have been no trading outages due to capacity during the year. A reliable and efficient service was provided to our users through the years growing trade volume, with 99.99% uptime.
Integrated Platform
MillenniumIT, the Trading System provider is in the process of incorporating the required changes to the new system. Final acceptance and testing of the new system will pave the way to migrate onto one platform, a broader set of traded products that would initially include equities, debt and subsequently derivatives.
Network Enhancements
The Division successfully implemented the new firewalls with higher throughput in anticipation of implementing the new Trading System. The network security system
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is fully fault tolerant and failover is transparent to the Trading System user. The dual backbone trading network was isolated from the office network further strengthening the security of the Trading System environment.
Virtual Servers
The Division implemented virtualization on several of its non-trading environment servers. This enabled the CSE to maximize utilization of its existing servers and thus save costs on the purchase of new servers.
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Operational Highlights
Clearing and Settlement Reflecting the years robust trading activities, the Figure 12: CdS Operations 2008-2010 Operational Highlights, (No.)
2010
2009
2008
New Accounts 57,285 18,705 11,833 Deposits 363,880 43,933 72,474 Withdrawals 204 920 10,726 Transfers 27,293 43,151 17,326 Trades Equity 3,355,126 1,266,299 776,244 Trades Closed End Funds 8,302 228 N/A Listed Companies inclusive of closed end funds, 242 232 235 as at 31st December Participants 39 37 36 Securities Accounts as at 31st december, (No.) Local Individuals 410,936 371,862 361,643 Foreign Individuals 3,345 2,867 2,675 Local Companies 6,114 5,262 5,042 Foreign Companies 3,893 3,713 3,604 (The above break-up excludes the number of multiple registrations sought by the same client through different participants.) Total Number of Registrations 554,192 496,907 478,202 Value of Securities held by the CdS as at 31st december, (Rs.Mn) Domestic Clients 941,975 387,688 162,325 Foreign Clients 431,283 231,218 108,006 Market Value of Securities 1,373,258 618,906 270,332 Shares % 62% 56% 55% Debt Securities % 41% 34% 51% Quantity of Shares held by the CdS as at 31st december, (No.Mn) Domestic Clients 17,185 9,351 7,684 Foreign Clients 6,648 4,984 4,457 Total 23,833 14,335 12,140
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a historic high. The CDS handled 363,880 deposits over the year 2010, an increase of 728.3% when compared to year 2009. The volume of securities held in the custody of CDS increased 66.3% from 14.3 billion in 2009 to 23.8 billion securities. The share of securities held in custody of the CDS increased for both equity and debt with 62% of equity and 41% of debt being held in custody at year end.
introduced a locked balance facility for account holders in compliance with the SEC directive. Shares which are locked cannot be traded by brokers and can only be unlocked with the written consent of the account holder. Custodian Banks The CDS improved the connectivity between Custodian Banks and the CDS to electronically download information by providing a more cost effective solution to Custodian Banks through an SSL - VPN using the internet replacing the dedicated line connection method. Brokers The CDS provided Member Firms the facility to electronically download Rights entitlement schedules at the close of trading replacing the print out method thus giving stockbrokers more time to process Rights entitlements. The CDS also worked closely with Member Firm documentation staff in order to reduce the number of documents that are returned due to various deficiencies. It is heartening to note that Member Firms responded very well and the CDS has been able to significantly reduce the number of document returns, thus minimizing inconvenience to account holders.
Listed Companies The CDS implemented an electronic download facility for listed companies whereby companies could download entitlement schedules and share transaction lists using an internet based Secure Socket Layer Virtual Private Network (SSL - VPN). This circumvents the necessity to collect printouts or CDs from the CDS, thus saving time, resources and costs. It has proved popular with 144 listed companies presently using this service. The CDS now offers listed companies a service which will enable companies to complete a sub division expeditiously. Companies have already commenced utilizing this service. Account holders The SEC issued a directive making it mandatory for new listings of securities to be in dematerialised form with effect from 1st January 2011. The directive has also mandated that all shares of listed entities be dematerialised by 1st January 2012. The CDS
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Identification of Key Risks The Committee on Payment and Settlement Systems and the Technical Committee of the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) published a set of recommendations for Central Counterparties through the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) in 2004 which is now the standard for clearing and settlement systems worldwide. The CSE has identified two principal risks from the BIS recommendations that are prevalent in our market, namely the Asset Commitment Risk in the absence of a Delivery vs. Payment system and the Counterparty Risk in the absence of a Central Counterparty.
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As a responsible corporate citizen, the CSE is not limited by its role as the operator of the Sri Lankan stock market. The CSE is proud to support charitable causes from a broad list. During the year under review approximately Rs.7.7 million was donated to charities of which Rs.7.2 million was to approved charities. Our key donations for the year under review are as listed below: 1. A donation of approximately Rs.5.2 million was approved by the Board towards the purchase of medical equipment by the National Cancer Institute, Maharagama 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Donated Rs.750,000/- to The Ceylon School for The Deaf and Blind Donated Rs.600,000/- to HelpAge Sri Lanka for the cost of 100 cataract surgeries Donated Rs.500,000/- to Lanka Alzheimers Foundation Donated Rs.60,000/- to SOS Childrens Villages Sri Lanka for Annual Corporate Sponsorship Donated Rs.100,000/- for the Armed Forces Remembrance Day & Poppy Campaign Donated Rs.12,000/- to SOS Childrens Villages Sri Lanka for the sponsorship contribution of Haritha Nuwan for the period of June 2010 to May 2011 8. Donated Rs.10,000/- to the Sri Lanka Welfare Society of the Blind Adults
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Management Team
Order of Appearance, L to R:
Mr. Lalin Paranavitana Assistant General Manager, Information Technology Mr. Chatura Kulatilaka Manager, Systems Operation Mr. Charita dumbukola Senior Manager, IT Security Administration and Projects Ms. Renu Ranatunge Manager, Legal
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Mr. Rajeeva Bandaranaike Assistant General Manager, Clearing and Settlement Ms. Surekha Sellahewa Chief Executive Officer Mr. Renuke wijayawardhane Assistant General Manager, Regulatory Affairs Mr. Kusal Nissanka Manager, Finance and Administration
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Board of Directors
Order of Appearance, L to R:
Mr. Vajira Kulatilaka Mr. Krishan Balendra Mr. Hiran de Alwis Mr. Nihal Fonseka (Chairman)
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Mr. Dakshitha Thalgodapitiya Dr. Saman Kelegama Mr. Moksevi Prelis Mr. Ashroff Omar Dr. Laksiri Fernando (not appearing in picture)
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Mr. NIhAL FONSEKA, is a career banker and is the Chief Executive Officer of DFCC Bank. He is the Chairman of the Association of Development Financing Institutions in Asia and the Pacific (ADFIAP). He is also a member of the National Payments Council, Inter Regulatory Institutions Council and served as a member of the Presidential Commission on Taxation. He was recently appointed as the first President of the Sri Lanka Committee of the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment, UK. Mr. Fonseka is a Graduate of the University of Ceylon, Colombo, and a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Bankers, UK. Mr. KRIShAN BALENdRA, President and member of the Group Executive Committee of John Keells Holdings, is responsible for the Retail sector, John Keells Stock Brokers and the Corporate Finance and Strategy function of the group. He is also a Director of Union Assurance and Nations Trust Bank. His career includes investment banking at UBS Warburg, Hong Kong, and corporate finance at Aitken Spence and Co. PLC, Sri Lanka. He holds an LLB (University of London) and an MBA (INSEAD). Mr. VAJIRA KULATILAKA, is the Chief Executive Officer Investment Banking Cluster of the NDB Group, overseeing the operations of NDB Investment Bank, NDB Stockbrokers, NDB AVIVA Wealth Management and NDB Capital, Bangladesh. Prior to joining NDB, he functioned as the Chief Executive Officer at CKN Fund Management (Pvt) Limited. He is a Chartered Financial Analyst and an FCMA, UK. He has a BSc in Civil Engineering (University of Moratuwa) and MEng in Industrial Engineering and Management (Asian Institute of Technology). dr. SAMAN KELEGAMA, is the Executive Director of the Institute of Policy Studies of Sri Lanka. He is a Fellow of the National Academy of Sciences of Sri Lanka and was the President of the Sri Lanka Economic Association (1999-2003). He has published books on Sri Lankan and South Asian economic issues and published extensively in both local and foreign journals. He serves and has served in a number of government and private sector Boards as an independent member. An Economist by training, he completed his doctoral work at the University of Oxford in 1990.
Mr. MOKSEVI PRELIS, counts a 27 year career in banking with 21 years collectively as Chief Executive Officer /Director of the DFCC Bank and the Nations Trust Bank. He has held the posts of ChairmanCeylon Electricity Board, National Institute of Business Management, Association of Development Finance Institutions of Asia & Pacific headquartered in Manila, and SME Bank. He is currently the Chairman of the Capital Trust Securities Group and an independent director of Dialog Axiata. An Honors graduate in Mechanical Engineering (University of Ceylon), he also holds a Masters in Industrial Engineering and Management from Purdue University USA as a Fulbright Scholar. He is a Chartered Engineer of UK, a Fellow of the Institution of Engineers Sri Lanka, a Member of the Institute of Personnel Management and a Fellow of the Institute of Bankers Sri Lanka. Mr. AShROFF OMAR, is the Chief Executive Officer of Brandix Lanka Limited and serves as Director of Phoenix Ventures Limited and many of its subsidiaries. He was founder Chairman of The Joint Apparel Association Forum and the former Chairman of the Sri Lanka Apparel Exporters Association. He is a Director of John Keells Hotels Limited and NANCO (Pvt) Limited which is the pioneering nanotech park in Sri Lanka for initiating and researching nanotechnology. He is also the Chairman of the Export Development Board Advisory Committee on Garments and a member of the EDB Advisory Committee on Export Market Promotion. He is Hon. Consul General of the Republic of Finland since March 2007. He is a Chartered Member of The Textile Institute International, UK and a senior member of the Society of Plastics Engineers, Connecticut, USA. Mr. dAKShIThA ThALGOdAPITIYA, an accountant by profession, is CEO/Secretary General of the Chamber of Construction Industry Sri Lanka. He is a member of the Board of Governors of the Sri Lanka Arbitration Centre. He has served the public sector as Chairman/ CEO of Sri Lanka Land Reclamation and Development Corporation, River Valleys Development Board, and Lanka Machine Leasers Limited. He has also carried out many assignments with international organizations. He holds postgraduate qualifications in Management from the George Washington University, Washington D.C.
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dr. LAKSIRI FERNANdO, BA (Ceylon); MA (New Brunswick); PhD (Sydney), was Senior Professor in Political Science, University of Colombo, and Director, National Centre for Advanced Studies (NCAS) until September/October 2010. He was Secretary for Asia/ Pacific, World University Service, Geneva; Executive Director, Diplomacy Training Program, University of New South Wales and Dean, Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Colombo among others. A Japan Foundation Fellow, he has been Visiting Professor, Ryukoku University and University of Sydney. His publications cover human rights, labour, ethnic issues and economic development. Mr. hIRAN dE ALwIS, Attorney-at-Law, is a Legal Counsel in Colombo, specializing in Civil and Commercial Law and Commercial Arbitrations. He is a Law graduate of the University of Colombo holding Post-Graduate qualifications from the University of London in International Dispute Resolution, is a Chartered Arbitrator and a Member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, London. He is a Member of the Board of Governors of the Sri Lanka National Arbitration Centre and also its Honorary Chief Legal Advisor.
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Board Committees
1. Rules Committee
The Rules Committee of the CSE approves rules and regulations of the CSE pertaining to listed companies and broker firms. The Committee ensures that the rules strike a sound balance between market development and regulation. Mr. Nihal Fonseka - Chairman Mr. Moksevi Prelis Mr. Hiran de Alwis Mr. Krishan Balendra Two representatives from the Colombo Stockbrokers Association
2. Audit Committee
The Audit Committee comprises three NonExecutive Directors and the Committee ensures the detailed reviews of the financial statements audited by the external auditors, internal control procedures, accounting policies, compliance with accounting standards and emerging accounting issues, review of risk management process and regulatory compliance and such other related functions as the Board may delegate to the Committee. Mr. Dakshitha Thalgodapitiya - Chairman Mr. Vajira Kulatilaka Mr. Krishan Balendra
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Financial Information
Annual Report of the Board of Directors on the affairs of the Company Audit Committee Report Directors Responsibility for Financial Reporting Independent Auditors Report Balance Sheet Income Statement Statement of Changes in Equity Consolidated Cash Flow Statement Notes to the Financial Statements Key Financial Indicators 42 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 68
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
General
The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) is a company limited by guarantee, incorporated in Sri Lanka on 02nd December 1985, under the Companies Act No.17 of 1982 and is licensed by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).The CSE was re-registered as per the Companies Act No.7 of 2007 on 13th May 2008 with GL 12 as the new number assigned to the Company. The CSE is a mutual exchange and has fifteen Members & Fourteen Trading Members. All Members are licensed by the SEC to operate as Stockbrokers. All Members are corporate entities. The CSE became the first South Asian member of the World Federation of Exchanges (WFE) in 1998. CSE is also a member of the South Asian Federation of Exchanges (SAFE). The policy making body of the CSE is the Board of Directors composed of nine members. Five Directors are elected by the fifteen Members, while the Minister of Finance nominates four. The Board of Directors has appointed four subcommittees to administer the operations of the CSE. The CSE Secretariat, headed by the Chief Executive Officer is responsible for the operations of the CSE, and is accountable to the Board of Directors.
Principal Activities
The principal activity of the Company is the operation of a Stock Exchange. The subsidiary, Central Depository Systems (Pvt) Ltd operates the clearing & settlement of securities traded on the Colombo Stock Exchange and acts as a depository for such securities. The Central Depository Systems (Pvt) Ltd is a fully owned subsidiary of the CSE.
Going Concern
The Board is satisfied that the Company has adequate resources to continue its operations in the foreseeable future. Therefore, we continue to adopt the goingconcern basis in preparing these Financial Statements.
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Donations
Donations made during the year amounted to Rs.7,746,635/- (Rs.629,310/- in 2009). From this amount, a sum of Rs.7,222,000/- (Rs.500,000/- in 2009) was made to approved charities.
Mr. C.V. Kulatilleke and Dr. S. Kelegama retire by rotation at the conclusion of the Annual General Meeting in terms of Article 50 of the Articles of Association, and being eligible are offering themselves for re-election. In terms of Section 211 (2) of the Companies Act, the Board of Directors have given notice to the Company that Mr. M. R. Prelis, aged 74 years be elected as a Director and that the age limit of 70 years referred to in Section 210 of the Companies Act shall not apply to Mr. M. R. Prelis.
Taxation
The income tax rate applicable on the Company is 30% (2009 30%) and the subsidiary company is taxed at 35% (2009 35%). It is the Companys policy to provide for deferred taxation on all known temporary differences under the liability method.
Statutory Payments
The Directors, to the best of their knowledge and belief, are satisfied that all statutory payments in relation to the Government and the employees have been made up to date.
Outstanding Litigation
In the opinion of the Directors and the Companys Lawyers, pending litigation against the Company disclosed in Note 24 of the Financial Statements will not have a material impact on the financial position of the Company or its future operations.
Board of Directors
The following Directors held office as at the balance sheet date. Name of the Director Mr. A.N. Fonseka (Chairman) Mr. K. Balendra Mr. C.V. Kulatilaka Dr. S. Kelegama Mr. M.R. Prelis Mr. M.A. Omar Mr. D.T.W. Thalgodapitiya Dr. H.L.P. Fernando Mr. H.M.C. de Alwis Status Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Appointed Appointed Appointed Appointed
Directors Remuneration
In compliance with the provisions of the Articles of Association, the CSE has not made any payments on account of Directors remuneration other than payment pertaining to meet out of pocket expenses for attending Board Meeting as given in Note 26 to the Financial Statements.
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Annual Report of the Board of Directors on the affairs of the Company (contd.)
Appointment of Auditors
The Auditors have expressed their willingness to continue in office. A resolution to re-appoint the Auditors and to authorize the Directors to determine their remuneration will be proposed at the Annual General Meeting.
Chairman
Director
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The Audit Committee of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) comprises 2 elected Directors and one appointed Director. The members of the Board appointed Audit Committee are: Mr. D.T.W. Thalgodapitiya - Chairman Mr. K. Balendra Mr. C.V. Kulatilaka All 3 members of the Audit Committee are NonExecutive Directors. The Chief Executive Officer, Assistant General Manager, CDS, Manager Finance & Administration and Internal Auditor attend the meeting of the Audit Committee on invitation. The Company Secretary functions as the Secretary to the Audit Committee. The committee had one meeting during the year under review. The Committee is empowered to examine matters relating to the financial affairs of the CSE and its subsidiary Central Depository Systems (Private) Limited (CDS). Its duties include detailed reviews of the financial statements, internal control procedures, accounting policies, compliance with accounting standards and emerging accounting issues, review of risk management process and regulatory compliance and such other related functions as the Board may delegate to the Committee. The independence of the External Auditor was evaluated by the committee and also reviewed the non audit services provided by the Auditors to ensure that provision of such services does not impair the External Auditors independence. The Audit Committee reviewed the Financial Statement audited by KPMG Ford Rhodes Thornton & Company for the financial year ended 31st December 2010 together with the management comments on the observations made by the Auditors and approved the Financial Statement at the Audit Committee meeting held on 20th April 2011 for submission to the Board. The Committee reviewed & approved the draft Letter of Representation & the Letter of Engagement to be given to the External Auditors for the year 2010. The Audit Committee has recommended to the Board of Directors the re-appointment of the external Auditor KPMG Ford Rhodes Thornton & Company and fixed the Auditors remuneration, for approval at the Annual General Meeting.
The internal audit function is outsourced to Ernst & Young Advisory Services (Pvt) Ltd. During the year, the Audit Committee reviewed the performance of the internal audit function, the findings of the internal audits completed and their evaluation of the Companys internal control including internal control system.
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The responsibility of the Directors, in relation to the financial statements, is set out in the following statement. The responsibility of auditors, in relation to financial statements, is set out in the Report of the Auditors on the Annual Report. As per the provisions of the Companies Act No. 07 of 2007 the Directors are required to prepare financial statements for each financial year and place them before a General Meeting. The financial statements comprise the Balance Sheet as at 31st December 2010, and the Income Statement, Statement of Changes in Equity and Cash Flow for the year then ended and Notes thereto. The financial statements of the Company & its Subsidiary give a true and fair view of: the state of affairs of the Company & its Subsidiary as at Balance Sheet date and the Profit or Loss of the Company & its Subsidiary for the financial year ended on the balance sheet date. The Directors have ensured that, in preparing these financial statements:
The Directors have taken reasonable steps to safeguard the assets of the CSE and its subsidiary CDS and in this regard to give proper consideration to the establishment of appropriate internal control systems with a view to preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities. Directors are required to prepare the Financial Statements and to provide the Companys External Auditors, with every opportunity to carry out any reviews and tests that were considered appropriate and necessary for expressing their independent audit opinion on the Financial Statements. The Directors to the best of their knowledge and belief, are satisfied that all statutory payments in relation to all relevant regulatory and statutory authorities which were due and payable by the CSE and its subsidiary CDS as at the Balance Sheet date have been paid or where relevant provided for. The Directors are of the view that they have discharged their responsibilities as set out in this statement.
By order of the Board 1. The appropriate accounting policies have been selected and applied in a consistent manner. Material departures, if any have been disclosed and explained; All applicable accounting standards as relevant have been followed; Judgments and estimates have been made which are reasonable and prudent. Secretarial Services Limited Secretaries 13th May 2011 Colombo. The Directors confirm that the Financial Statements of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) and its subsidiary Central Depository Systems (Private) Limited (CDS) for the year ended 31st December 2010 presented in this report have been prepared in accordance with the Sri Lanka Accounting Standards, Companies Act No: 07 of 2007 and Sri Lanka Accounting and Auditing Standard Act No: 15 of 1995. The Directors have adopted the going concern basis in preparing the Financial Statements. The Directors are of the view that the CSE & CDS have adequate resources to continue in operation.
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TO THE MEMBERS OF THE COLOMBO STOCK EXCHANGE Report on the Financial Statements
We have audited the accompanying financial statements of Colombo Stock Exchange, the consolidated financial statements of the Company and its subsidiaries as at 31 December 2010 which comprise the balance sheet as at 31 December 2010, and the income statement, statement of changes in equity and cash flow statement for the year then ended, and a summary of significant accounting policies and other explanatory notes.
made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We have obtained all the information and explanations which to the best of our knowledge and belief were necessary for the purposes of our audit. We therefore believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.
Opinion - Company
In our opinion, so far as appears from our examination, the Company maintained proper accounting records for the year ended December 31, 2010 and the financial statements give a true and fair view of the Companys state of affairs as at December 31, 2010 and its profit and cash flows for the year then ended in accordance with Sri Lanka Accounting Standards.
Opinion-Group
In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements give a true and fair view of the state of affairs as at December 31, 2010 and the profit and cash flows for the year then ended, in accordance with Sri Lanka Accounting Standards, of the Company and its subsidiaries dealt with thereby, so far as concerns the Members of the Company.
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Balance Sheet
Note
2010 Rs.
CSE
2009 Rs.
ASSETS Non Current Assets Property and Equipment Intangible Assets Capital Work in Progress Investments in Subsidiary Investments in Units Trusts Investments in LFSB Deferred Tax Assets Total Non Current Assets Current Assets Inventories Investments in Treasury Bills and Repos Investments in Unit Trusts Trade and Other Receivables Cash and Cash Equivalents Total Current Assets Total Assets EQUITY AND LIABILITIES Accumulated Fund Revenue Reserve of CDS Capital Reserve Conference Fund Account Total Equity Non Current Liabilities Brokers Deposits in lieu of Bank Guarantee Retirement Gratuity Obligation Deferred Grants Deferred Tax Liabilities Total Non Current Liabilities Current Liabilities Brokers Deposits in lieu of Bank Guarantee Income Tax Payable Other Payables Amounts due to Related Company Tsunami Fund Payable Bank Overdraft Total Current Liabilities Total Equity and Liabilities
4 5 6 7 8 9 16
57,717,660 21,649,466 65,367,613 1,440,000,001 1,000,000 218,097 1,585,952,837 5,557,330 304,667,278 639,400,359 90,580,906 58,948,298 1,099,154,171 2,685,107,008 1,861,079,718 200,910,272 99,975,000 2,161,964,990 66,939,970 31,478,202 211,027 98,629,199 60,260,905 324,552,891 36,740,242 2,958,781 424,512,819 2,685,107,008
59,996,440 26,166,253 6,650,477 800,000,000 1,000,000 893,813,170 3,338,841 80,098,526 387,645,125 66,082,328 47,852,958 585,017,778 1,478,830,948 1,148,066,219 57,653,380 99,975,000 558,713 1,306,253,312 61,689,970 29,888,522 531,434 686,801 92,796,727 35,395,000 11,140,663 23,224,151 9,133,298 887,797 79,780,909 1,478,830,948
57,717,616 21,649,466 65,367,613 25,000 1,440,000,001 218,097 1,584,977,793 5,444,636 304,667,278 639,400,359 78,842,955 40,284,841 1,068,640,069 2,653,617,862 1,861,079,718 1,861,079,718 66,939,970 31,478,202 211,027 98,629,199 33,500,000 245,609,194 35,713,449 376,127,521 2,958,781 693,908,945 2,653,617,862
59,996,396 26,166,253 6,650,477 25,000 800,000,000 892,838,126 3,305,763 80,098,526 387,645,125 60,989,970 30,234,148 562,273,532 1,455,111,658 1,148,066,219 558,713 1,148,624,932 61,689,970 29,888,522 531,434 686,801 92,796,727 10,000,000 1,730,440 22,489,712 169,448,752 9,133,298 887,797 213,689,999 1,455,111,658
8 10 11
12 12
13 14 15 16
17 18 11
The above Balance Sheet is to be read in conjunction with the Accounting Policies and Notes to the Financial Statements on pages 52 to 67. These Financial Statements are prepared in accordance with the requirement of the Companies Act No 07 of 2007.
Manager Finance & Administration Approved and Signed for and on behalf of the Board,
Director
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Income Statement
Note
Consolidated 2010 2009 Rs. Rs. 1,440,976,998 208,232,879 1,649,209,877 398,783,419 144,772,387 543,555,806 (112,689,698) (40,816,536) (199,917,100) 190,132,472 (31,511,711) 158,620,761
CSE
2009 Rs.
19 20
Staff Cost Depreciation and Amortisation Other Operating Expenses Profit before taxation Income Tax Net profit for the year
21
(131,520,094) (33,071,232)
22
(282,946,077) 1,201,672,474
23
(345,960,796) 855,711,678
The above Income Statement is to be read in conjunction with the Accounting Policies and Notes to the Financial Statements on pages 52 to 67.
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For the year ended 31st December 2010 Accumulated Fund CONSOLIDATED Balance as at 01st January 2009 Net Profit for the year Capitalisation of Capital Redemption Reserve (Note 12) Dividends Revenue Profit of CDS for the year Rs. 1,006,592,811 158,620,761 1,677,847 (18,825,200)
Revenue Reserve of CDS Rs. 40,506,027 (1,677,847) 18,825,200 57,653,380 (5,193,851) 148,450,743 200,910,272
Balance as at 31st December 2009 1,148,066,219 Net Profit for the year 855,711,678 Transferred to/(from) during the year 558,713 Dividends 5,193,851 Revenue Profit of CDS for the year (148,450,743) Balance as at 31st December 2010 1,861,079,718
CSE Balance as at 01st January 2009 Net Profit for the year Balance as at 31st December 2009 Net Profit for the year Transferred to/(from) during the year Balance as at 31st December 2010
Accumulated Conference Fund Fund Account Rs. Rs. 1,006,592,811 141,473,408 1,148,066,219 712,454,786 558,713 1,861,079,718 558,713 -
The above Statements of Changes in Equity is to be read in conjunction with the Accounting Policies and Notes to the Financial Statements on pages 52 to 67.
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Note
2010 Rs.
CSE
2009 Rs.
Cash Flows from Operating Activities Net Profit before Taxation Adjustments For : Depreciation / Amortisation Interest Income Amortisation of Deferred Grant (Profit) / Loss on Sale of Property & Equipment Gain on Redemption of Unit Trust Investments Dividend Income Gratuity Provision Gratuity Provision - Transfer to Subsidiary Provision for Bad Debts Operating Profit before Working Capital Changes (Increase) / Decrease in Inventories (Increase) / Decrease in Other Receivables Increase / (Decrease) in Other Payables & Tsunami Fund Increase / (Decrease) in Amounts Due to Related Company Increase in Broker Deposits Cash Generated from Operations Income Tax Paid Gratuity Paid Net Cash Flow from Operating Activities Cash Flow from Investing Activities Interest Income Purchase of Property & Equipment and Intangible Assets Proceeds from Sale of Property & Equipments Increase in Deposits & Treasury Bills & Bonds Dividend Income Increase in Investments in Unit Trusts Capital Work in Progress Disposal of Investment in Subsidiary Net Cash Flow from Investing Activities Cash Flow from Financing Activities Net Increase/ (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents Cash and Cash Equivalents at beginning of the Year Net Cash and Cash Equivalents at end of the Year 11 Cash in hand Cash at bank RTGS Account Short term investment - overnight repo Cash & Cash Equivalents Bank Overdraft Net Cash & Cash Equivalents 10 17 18 4/5 20 15 20 14 14
1,201,672,474 33,071,232 (17,468,808) (320,407) (13,827) (5,760,152) (160,364,697) 1,903,717 118,135 1,052,837,667 (2,218,489) (24,616,713) 4,382,793 30,115,905 1,060,501,163 (31,775,040) (314,037) 1,028,412,086
190,132,472 40,816,536 (2,477,566) (504,578) (1,478,804) (48,305) (124,123,665) 15,375,952 13,566 117,705,608 1,495,911 2,096,140 (1,118,762) 29,090,000 149,268,897 (29,668,309) 119,600,588
970,232,016 33,071,232 (17,456,634) (320,407) (13,827) (5,760,152) (164,994,163) 1,775,113 128,604 115,630 816,777,412 (2,138,873) (17,968,615) 4,090,439 206,678,769 28,750,000 1,036,189,132 (13,126,069) (314,037) 1,022,749,026
156,711,103 40,816,536 (2,477,566) (504,578) (1,478,804) (48,305) (125,498,727) 12,712,320 2,663,632 2,010 82,897,621 1,471,086 3,849,506 (1,313,943) (19,232,480) 10,000,000 77,671,790 (26,985,370) 50,686,420
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15,790,382 (18,452,843) 13,837 (224,568,752) 160,364,697 (885,995,084) (66,539,968) (1,019,387,729) 9,024,356 46,965,161 55,989,517 175,000 6,816,733 23,740 51,932,825 58,948,298 (2,958,781) 55,989,517
2,229,809 (14,051,201) 1,951,348 (10,889,930) 124,123,665 (184,476,041) (6,650,477) (87,762,827) 31,837,761 15,127,400 46,965,161 160,000 1,677,416 15,440 46,000,102 47,852,958 (887,797) 46,965,161
15,779,329 (18,452,843) 13,837 (224,568,752) 164,994,163 (885,995,084) (66,539,968) (1,014,769,318) 7,979,709 29,346,351 37,326,060 170,000 5,804,344 34,310,497 40,284,841 (2,958,781) 37,326,060
2,229,809 (14,051,201) 1,951,348 (10,889,930) 125,498,727 (184,476,041) (6,650,477) 50,000,000 (36,387,765) 14,298,655 15,047,696 29,346,351 155,000 1,409,301 28,669,847 30,234,148 (887,797) 29,346,351
The above Cash Flow Statement is to be read in conjunction with the Accounting Policies and Notes to the Financial Statements on pages 52 to 67.
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1 1.1
REPORTING ENTITY General Colombo Stock Exchange is a Company Limited by Guarantee incorporated & domiciled in Sri Lanka. The registered office of the Company is located at 4 - 01, West Block, World Trade Center, Echelon Square, Colombo 1, and the principal place of business is also situated at the same place. Central Depository Systems (Private) Limited is the wholly owned subsidiary of Colombo Stock Exchange.
(SLASs) require management to make judgments, estimates and assumptions that affect the application of accounting policies and reported amounts of assets, liabilities, income and expenses. Actual results may differ from these estimates. Estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognized in the period in which the estimates are revised and in any future periods affected. 3 3.1 SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICES Basis of consolidation Subsidiary Subsidiary is an enterprise that is controlled by the company. Control exists when the Company has the power, directly or indirectly, to govern the financial and operating policies of an entity so as to obtain benefits from its activities. The financial statements of the subsidiary are included in the consolidated financial statements from the date that control commences until the date that control ceases. Transactions eliminated on consolidation Intra-group balances, and any unrealized gains and losses or income and expenses arising from intra group transactions, are eliminated in preparing the consolidated financial statements. 3.2 Foreign currencies Foreign currency transactions Transactions in foreign currencies are translated to Sri Lankan Rupees at the foreign exchange rate ruling at the date of the transaction. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies at the balance sheet date are translated to Sri Lankan Rupees at the foreign exchange rates ruling at that date. Foreign exchange differences arising on translation are recognized in the income statement. 3.3 Property and Equipment Recognition and measurement Property, plant and equipment are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation and impairment losses. Cost includes expenditure that is directly attributable to the acquisition of the asset.
1.2
Principal Activities and Nature of Operations The principal activity of the Company is the operation of a Stock Exchange. The subsidiary operates a clearing and settlement of securities system for equities traded in the Colombo Stock Exchange and acts as a depository for such securities.
1.3
Number of Employees The number of employees at the end of the year was 106 (97 in 2009).
2 2.1
BASIS OF PREPARATION Statement of compliance The consolidated financial statements of the company for the year ended 31st December 2010 comprise the Central Depository Systems (Private) Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Colombo Stock Exchange which was incorporated on 2nd September 1991. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Sri Lanka Accounting Standards (SLASs), adopted by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (ICASL) and the requirements of the Companies Act No. 7 of 2007. The financial statements were authorized for issue by the Board of Directors on 13th May 2011.
2.2
Basis of measurement The financial statements are presented in Sri Lankan rupees, rounded to the nearest rupee. The financial statements have been prepared on the historical cost.
2.3
Use of estimates and judgments The preparation of the financial statements in conformity with Sri Lanka Accounting Standards
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The cost of self constructed assets includes the costs of materials and direct labour, any other costs directly attributable to bringing the asset to a working condition for its intended use, and the cost of dismantling and removing the items and restoring the site on which they are located. Purchased software that is integral to the functionality of the related equipment is capitalized as part of that equipment. Where parts of an item of property, plant and equipment have different useful lives, they are accounted for as separate items (major components) of property, plant and equipment. Gains and losses on disposal of an item of property, plant and equipment are determined by comparing the proceeds from disposal with the carrying amount of property, plant and equipment, and are recognized net within the other income in profit or loss. Subsequent costs The cost of replacing part of an item of property and equipment is recognized in the carrying amount of the item if it is probable that the future economic benefits embodied within the part will flow to the Group and its cost can be measured reliably. The costs of the day - to day servicing of property, plant and equipment are recognized in the income statement as incurred. Depreciation Depreciation is charged to the income statement on a straight-line basis over the estimated useful lives of each part of an item of property and equipment. Depreciation is provided on a prorata basis on the assets purchased/constructed/ disposed during the year. The estimated useful lives are as follows: Furniture & Fittings Computers & Office Equipment Motor Vehicles Telephones 3.4 Capital Work-in-Progress Capital work-in-progress is stated at cost. These are expenses of a capital nature directly incurred for system development, interior design of new office & refurbishment of board room. 6 7 years 5 years 5 years 4 years
3.5
Intangible Assets An Intangible Asset is recognized if it is probable that future economic benefits that are attributable to the asset will flow to the enterprise and the cost of the asset can be measured reliably in accordance with the Sri Lanka Accounting Standards No.37, Intangible Assets. Accordingly, these assets are stated in the Balance Sheet at cost less accumulated amortization. Amortization Intangible Assets are amortized on a straight-line basis to the Income Statement, from the date when the asset is available for use, over the best estimate of its useful economic life. The estimated useful lives are as follows: Computer Software Subsequent expenditure Subsequent Expenditure on Intangible Assets is capitalized only when it increases the future economic benefits embodied in these assets. All other expenditure is expensed as incurred. 5 years
3.6
Development costs Expenditure on development activities, a plan or design for the production of new or substantially improved processes is capitalized if the process is commercially feasible and the group has sufficient resources to complete the development. Capitalized development expenditure is stated at cost less accumulated amortization over the five year period.
3.7
Investments Investment in subsidiary is held at cost. Treasury Bills, Bonds are stated at their cost plus accrued interest component. Units purchased from unit trusts are held for yield or capital growth in the medium or long-term. Such units are stated in the balance sheet at the cost or market value whichever is lower. Cash balances maintained for working capital requirement and Member Firms Dex Liquidity deposits are invested on Overnight Repos on a daily basis. Such Overnight Repos are stated in the balance sheet at their cost plus accrued interest component.
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3.8
Inventories Inventories include stationeries, stamps and data wall spares. Realizable values of such items can be considered as cost.
The liability is not externally funded, nor actuarially valued. The Gratuity Liability is valued using Gratuity Formula method as allowed by the Sri Lanka Accounting Standard 16, (Revised 2006) Employee Benefits. 3.13 Provisions A provision is recognized in the balance sheet when the Group has a present legal or constructive obligation as a result of a past event, and it is probable that an outflow of economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation. 3.14 Trade and other payables Trade and other payables are stated at their cost. 3.15 Grants Grants that compensate the Group for expenses incurred are recognized as revenue in the income statement on a systematic basis in the same periods in which the expenses are incurred. Grants that compensate the Group for the cost of an asset are recognized in the income statement as other operating income on a systematic basis over the useful life of the asset. 3.16 Income Tax Expenses Current Tax The provision for income tax is based on the elements of income and expenditure as reported in the financial statements and computed in accordance with the provisions of the Inland Revenue Act No. 10 of 2006 and amendments thereto. Deferred Taxation Deferred tax is recognized using the balance sheet liability method. The tax effect of all temporary differences which occur where items are allowed for income tax purposes in a period different from that when they are recognized in the financial statements is included in the provision for deferred taxation at current rates of taxation. Deferred tax assets are recognized for all deductible temporary differences to the extent that it is probable that taxable profit will be available against which the deductible temporary differences can be utilized. The carrying amount of deferred tax asset is reviewed at each balance sheet date and reduced by the extent that is no longer probable that
3.9
Trade and Other Receivables Trade receivables are carried at anticipated realizable value. An estimate is made for doubtful receivables based on a review of all outstanding amounts at the year end. Bad debts are written off during the year in which they are identified.
3.10 Cash and cash equivalents Cash and cash equivalents comprise cash balances and investments in money market instruments. For the purpose of the statement of cash flows, cash and cash equivalents are presented net of bank overdrafts. The consolidated cash flow statement is prepared using the indirect method prescribed in the Sri Lanka Accounting Standard No. 9, cash flow statement. 3.11 Impairment of Assets The carrying amounts of the Groups assets are reviewed at each balance sheet date to determine whether there is any indication of impairment. If any such indication exists, the assets recoverable amounts are estimated. An impairment loss is recognized if the carrying amount of an asset or its cash generating unit exceeds its recoverable amount. Impairment losses are recognized in the income statement. 3.12 Employee benefits Defined contribution plans Employees Provident Fund and Trust Fund Obligations for contributions to a defined contribution plan are recognized as an expense in the income statement as incurred. The Colombo Stock Exchange contributes 12% and 3% of gross emoluments of employees as Provident Fund and Trust Fund contribution respectively. Defined benefits plans Provision has been made for retirement gratuities from the first year of service for all employees in conformity with the SLAS 16, (Revised 2006) Employee Benefits. However under the Payment of Gratuity Act, No. 12 of 1983, the liability to an employee arises only on completion of five years of continued service.
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sufficient taxable profit will be available to allow all or part of the deferred tax asset to be utilized. Withholding Tax on Dividends Distributed by Subsidiary Dividend distributed out of profit of the Subsidiary attracts 10% deduction at source and is not available for set off against the tax liability of the Colombo Stock Exchange. Thus the withholding tax deducted at source is added to the expense of the Subsidiary company in the Group financial statements as a consolidation adjustment. 3.17 Revenue Revenue is principally recognized on an accrual basis. Dividend income from unit trusts is recognized in the period they are declared. 3.18 Expenses All expenditure incurred in the running of the business and in maintaining the capital assets in a state of efficiency has been charged to revenue in arriving at the profit for the year. 3.19 Comparative information When necessary comparative figures have been reclassified to conform to the current years presentation.
3.20 New Accounting Standards issued but not effective as at Balance sheet date The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka has issued a new volume of Sri Lanka Accounting Standards which will become applicable for financial periods beginning on or after 1st January 2012. Accordingly, these Standards have not been applied in preparing these financial statements as they were not effective for the year ended 31st December 2010. These Sri Lanka Accounting Standards comprise Accounting Standards prefixed both SLFRS (corresponding to IFRS) and LKAS (corresponding to IAS). Application of Sri Lanka Accounting Standards prefixed SLFRS and LKAS for the first time shall be deemed to be an adoption of SLFRSs. The Company is currently in the process of evaluating the potential effects of these Standards on its financial statements and the impact on the adoption of these Standards have not been quantified as at Balance Sheet date.
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Telephones Rs.
PROPERTY & EQUIPMENT - CONSOLIDATED : Cost as at 01.01.2010 65,627,774 189,201,615 Additions / Transfers 1,770,757 19,273,947 Disposals / Transfers (87,559) (230,981) Cost as at 31.12.2010 Accumulated Depreciation as at 01.01.2010 Charge for the year Disposals/Transfers Accumulated Depreciation as at 31.12.2010 Written Down Value as at 31.12.2010 Written Down Value as at 31.12.2009 67,310,972 208,244,581
42,811,121 162,055,468 6,262,498 12,372,228 (87,554) (230,976) 48,986,065 18,324,907 22,816,653 174,196,720 34,047,861 27,146,147
59,996,440
PROPERTY & EQUIPMENT - CSE : Cost as at 01.01.2010 65,236,457 186,204,459 Additions 1,770,757 19,273,947 Disposals / Transfers (87,559) (230,981) Cost as at 31.12.2010 Accumulated Depreciation as at 01.01.2010 Charge for the year Disposals/Transfers Accumulated Depreciation as at 31.12.2010 Written Down Value as at 31.12.2010 Written Down Value as at 31.12.2009 66,919,655 205,247,425
42,419,827 159,058,331 6,262,498 12,372,228 (87,554) (230,976) 48,594,771 18,324,884 22,816,630 171,199,583 34,047,842 27,146,128
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Consolidated 2010 2009 Rs. Rs. 5 INTANGIBLE ASSETS Cost Balance as at 01.01.2010 Acquired during the year Balance as at 31.12.2010 Amortisation Balance as at 01.01.2010 Provision for the year Balance as at 31.12.2010 Net Book Value
2010 Rs.
CSE
2009 Rs.
Intangible assets are the application software used in the trading, clearing, settlement, surveillance, accounting, mail systems and the web site of the Colombo Stock Exchange. 6 CAPITAL WORK IN PROGRESS Cost as at 01.01.2010 Incurred during the year Transfers Cost as at 31.12.2010 7 INVESTMENTS IN SUBSIDIARY Central Depository Systems (Pvt) Ltd. 10,000,000 Ordinary Shares (5,000,000 Ordinary Shares in 2008)
25,000 25,000
25,000 25,000
INVESTMENTS IN UNIT TRUSTS Long Term Investments NAMAL-Gilt Edge Fund CEYBANK-Gilt Edge Fund CEYBANK-Surakum Gilt Edged Fund
Current Investments NAMAL-Money Market Fund CEYBANK-Savings Plus - Money Market Fund
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As at 31st December 2010 Units No 8.1 UNIT TRUSTS NAMAL-Gilt Edge Fund CEYBANK-Gilt Edge Fund CEYBANK-Surakum Gilt Edged Fund CEYBANK-Savings PlusMoney Market Fund NAMAL-Money Market Fund Total Investments in Unit Trusts-CSE
Units No
2009 Cost
2,079,400,360 2,311,783,907
1,187,645,125 1,411,626,177
2,079,400,360 2,311,783,907
1,187,645,125 1,411,626,177
NAMAL & CEYBANK Gilt Edge Funds are Close Ended Unit Trusts & CEYBANK Surakum Gilt Edged Fund is an Open Ended Unit Trust which invest exclusively in a portfolio of Government Securities. Consolidated 2010 2009 Rs. Rs. 9 INVESTMENT IN LFSB Ordinary Shares CSE
2010 Rs.
2009 Rs.
1,000,000 1,000,000
1,000,000 1,000,000
Lanka Financial Services Bureau Ltd (LFSB) issued 100,000 Ordinary shares to the Central Depository Systems (Private) Ltd. LFSB is the SWIFT Service Bureau for Sri Lanka which will facilitate inter-bank transactions. 10 TRADE AND OTHER RECEIVABLES
Trade Debtors Provision for Doubtful Debts CSE & CDS Fees Receivable Prepayments Advance Payments Refundable Deposits Sundry Debtors Other Receivable Staff Loans
17,217,461 (1,177,137) 9,768,720 26,748,359 360 19,103,616 3,386,242 2,000,375 13,532,910 90,580,906
6,615,424 (1,059,002) 5,246,272 23,904 ,687 135,855 16,507,066 2,262,921 2,044,497 10,424,608 66,082,328
7,626,847 (840,141) 7,430,095 26,604,022 360 19,103,616 3,385,992 1,999,254 13,532,910 78,842,955
2,430,492 (724,511) 4,004,355 23,904,687 135,855 16,507,066 2,262,921 2,044,497 10,424,608 60,989,970
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Consolidated 2010 2009 Rs. Rs. 11 CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS Treasury Bill Overnight Repos Cash at Bank RTGS Account Cash in Hand Cash & Cash Equivalents Bank Overdraft Net Cash & Cash Equivalents
2010 Rs.
CSE
2009 Rs.
12 RESERVES & FUND Capital Reserve This represents 4,997,500 Ordinary Shares issued by CDS on capitalisation of its Revenue Reserves in Year 2004 and the transfer of its Capital Redemption Reserve in Year 2009. Capital Redemption Reserve This represents the capitalization of Capital Redemption Reserve upon the redemption of redeemable preference shares issued on 04/03/2004. Conference Fund Account This represents the excess of Revenue over Expenditure on account of the Institutional Fund Managers Conference held in October 1999 after netting off the excess of expenditure over Revenue on account of the Annual Assembly & Conference of the South Asian Federation of Stock Exchanges held in January 2001. Consolidated 2010 2009 Rs. Rs. 13 BROKER DEPOSITS IN LIEU OF BANK GUARANTEE Broker Deposits (Note 13.1) Deposits for Computer Facility Entrance Deposits Deposits for Telephones CSE
2010 Rs.
2009 Rs.
13.1 This is the cash deposit maintained by broker firms as part of their Liquidity Requirement in terms of Section 3 of the Member Regulations of the Colombo Stock Exchange. 14 RETIREMENT GRATUITY OBLIGATION Balance as at 01.01.2010 Provision made during the year Provision made for Subsidiary Payments made during the year Balance as at 31.12.2010
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Consolidated 2010 2009 Rs. Rs. 15 DEFERRED GRANTS Grant Received from USAID for Capital Market Development Received In 1992 Received In 1995 Received In 1996 Received In 1997 Grant Received from Brokers Received in 1992 Computers from MIT (Note 14.1) Received in 1998 Grant Received from SEC for Trade Automation Received in 1996 Received in 1997 Received in 1999 Grant Received from SEC for Trade Automation Audit Received in 2000 Grant Received from SEC for Video Documentary Received in 2004 Grant Received from SEC for Matara Branch Received in 2002 Grant Received from SEC for Kandy Branch Received in 2005 Grant Received from SEC for Australia & New Zealand Road Show Received in 2005 Grant Received from SEC for Kurunegala Branch Received in 2006 Grant Received from SEC for ITN Data Ticker Received in 2007 Grant Received from SEC for ITN Data Ticker Received in 2008
2010 Rs.
CSE
2009 Rs.
9,100,113 38,176,645 81,880 340,000 340,384 1,980,000 20,000,000 12,862,590 12,602,392 967,347 400,000 2,061,591 1,000,000 3,500,000
9,100,113 38,176,645 81,880 340,000 340,384 1,980,000 20,000,000 12,862,590 12,602,392 967,347 400,000 2,061,591 1,000,000 3,500,000
9,100,113 38,176,645 81,880 340,000 340,384 1,980,000 20,000,000 12,862,590 12,602,392 967,347 400,000 2,061,591 1,000,000 3,500,000
9,100,113 38,176,645 81,880 340,000 340,384 1,980,000 20,000,000 12,862,590 12,602,392 967,347 400,000 2,061,591 1,000,000 3,500,000
Amortisation of Deferred Grant Balance brought forward Write back during the year
211,027
15.1 Five Servers were provided by the Vendor (MIT) to operationalise the CSEs Backup site as part of the Trade
Automation Contract.
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2010 Rs.
CSE
2009 Rs.
16 DEFERRED TAX ASSETS/ (LIABILITIES) Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are offset when there is a legally enforceable right to offset current tax assets against tax liabilities and when the deferred income taxes relate to the same fiscal authority. The offset amounts are as follows: Deferred tax liabilities Deferred tax assets (10,954,160) 11,172,257 218,097 The gross movement on the deferred income tax account is as follows. Balance as at the beginning of the year Recognized in the Income Statement (Note 22) Balance as at the end of the year Net Deferred Tax Liability arise Due to the Following Temporary differences Deductible Temporary Difference on Plant and Equipment Deductible Temporary difference on Retirement Gratuity Obligation Taxable Temporary Difference on Plant and Equipment Total taxable temporary Difference Deferred Tax Asset/(Liability) Deferred Tax Liabilities/(Asset) are attributable to following items Property, Plant & Equipments Employee Retirement Benefits (11,035,875) 10,349,074 (686,801) (10,954,160) 11,172,257 218,097 (11,035,875) 10,349,074 (686,801)
17 OTHER PAYABLES Interest Payable to Brokers Payments Received in Advance Sundry Creditors & Accrued Expenses
RELATIONSHIP Subsidiary
376,127,521 376,127,521
169,448,752 169,448,752
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Consolidated 2010 2009 Rs. Rs. 19 REVENUE CSE & CDS Fees Listing Fees Quotation Fees Brokers Fees Trading Member Fees Charges for Remote Data Link Charges for Computer Information Listed Company Fees Custodian Bank Fees
2010 Rs.
CSE
2009 Rs.
1,149,247,678 32,043,281 6,825,000 15,430,538 175,000,000 776,226 2,222,470 50,328,255 9,103,550 1,440,976,998
20 OTHER INCOME Interest Income Dividend Income-Unit Trusts Dividend Income-CDS Dividend Income-LFSB Gain on Redemption of Money Market Unit Trusts Amortization of Deferred Grant Profit/(Loss) on Disposal of Property & Equipment Miscellaneous Income
21 STAFF COST Salaries Staff Bonus Terminal Benefits (Gratuity) Staff Welfare Medical Expenses Transport & Traveling
22 OTHER OPERATING EXPENSES Other operating expenses include the following; Directors Expenses Auditors Remuneration Fees Paid to Auditors for Non-Audit Services Legal Fees Professional Charges & Subscription Write Off / Provision for Bad Debts
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Consolidated 2010 2009 Rs. Rs. 23 TAXATION Current Tax Expenses : Current year Social Responsibility Levy Under/(Over) Provision in prior years Deferred Tax Expenses Origination & Reversal of Temporary differences Total Income Tax Expense Reconciliation of Effective Tax Rates Accounting Profit Tax at the domestic rate (23.1) Tax effect of expenses that are not deductible for tax purposes Effect of Tax on Capital Allowances Disallowed Provisions Dividend Tax Tax on profits for the period Effective Tax Rate (%)
2010 Rs.
CSE
2009 Rs.
1,201,672,474 373,709,829
190,132,472 59,239,332
970,232,017 291,069,605
156,711,103 47,013,331
23.1 Tax has been provided at the rate of 30% in respect of CSE (as per the Inland Revenue ruling) & at the rate of 35% in respect of CDS. As per the Inland Revenue Act No.10 of 2006 any person who derived income from the secondary market transactions in Government securities issued after or outstanding at 1st April 2002 would be entitled to a notional credit in relation to tax payable by such person. Accordingly, the net interest earned by the CSE for the year, has been grossed up in the Financial Statements and the resulting notional credit is Rs.1,677,305/- (Rs. 247,757/- in 2009). 24 CONTINGENCIES & COMMITMENTS 24.1 Litigation against the CSE 1.) The case bearing No. SC (HC) (SPL): 199/2010 LA was filed in the Supreme Court of Colombo against the CSE by Ms. Preeni Witharanage, who is a former employee of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE). The Application for Leave to Appeal will be heard before the Supreme Court on 18th July 2011. This case is an appeal filed against the decision made by the High Court of Colombo on 30th September 2010 in case bearing No. HCALT 40/2008. Ms. Witharanage claims re-instatement of her services. 2.) The case bearing No. 58365/MR was filed in the District Court of Colombo against the CSE by an investor, namely, Mr. Iqbal Bin Issac, regarding his shareholding in Touchwood Investment Ltd. and claiming a sum of Rs.10 Million as damages. The Trial commenced on the 17th February 2009. Further Trial in the said matter has been fixed for 29th July 2011. Based on advice received the CSE has denied liability & the matter is pending in court.
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24.2 Tax assesments against the CSE The Department of Inland Revenue has issued assessment notices for income tax amounting to Rs.16.1 million for the Year of Assessment 2005/2006, Rs.17.6 million for the Year of Assessment 2006/2007 and Rs.0.3 million for the Year of Assessment 2007/2008 respectively. The CSE has appealed to quash the income tax assessments issued by the Department of Inland Revenue. The CSE is of the view that the above assessments will not have any material impact on the Financial Statements. 24.3 Tax assesments against the CDS The Department of Inland Revenue has issued assessment notice for income tax amounting to Rs.3.94 million for the Year of Assessment 2008/2009 and CDS has appealed to quash the income tax assessment issued by the Department of Inland Revenue. The CDS is of the view that the above assessment will not have any material impact on the Financial Statements. 25 CAPITAL COMMITMENTS The Group and the Company have purchased commitments in the ordinary course of business as at 31 December 2010 as follows: Consolidated 2010 2009 Rs. Rs. Property, Plant and Equipment - approved and contracted CSE
2010 Rs.
2009 Rs.
51,135,830 51,135,830
51,135,830 51,135,830
26 RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS 26.1 Transactions with Key Management Personnel Key management personnel include all the members of the Board of Directors of the Company & the CEO, AGMs, Senior Managers and Managers having authority and responsibility for planning, directing, and controlling the activities of the Company as well as the subsidiary, directly or indirectly. CSE paid Rs.330,000/- during the year as Directors Expenses. (Rs.204,000/- in 2009.) The Company has incurred following costs for the CEO, AGMs, Senior Managers and Managers during the year. 2010 Rs. Short term employee benefits Long term employee benefits 42,878,871 1,108,309 2009 Rs. 30,990,896 1,463,920
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26.2 Transactions with Group Companies and Director related entities Central Depository Systems (Pvt) Ltd is a fully owned subsidiary of the Colombo Stock Exchange. CSE apportioned Rs.64,163,541/- to Central Depository Systems (Pvt) Ltd as expenses during the year. Company (a) Mr. A. Nihal Fonseka National Asset Management Ltd Relationship Nature of Transaction Amount (Rs.)
Director
CSE
Investment in Unit Trust Investment in Unit Trusts as at year end Dividends received from Unit Trusts Member fees, data communication charges & other charges received Member fees, data communication charges & other charges receivable as at year end Interest paid for Member Firms liquidity deposits Member Firms liquidity deposits & entrance deposit as at year end Interest payable for Member Firms liquidity deposits as at year end
CSE
1,746,248 264,108 1,241,996 11,540,000 126,548 32,119 6,761 264,444 300,000 785,634 6,108 288,866 20,258 62,397 866 162,448 11,459
CDS
Sale of CDS Form Amount receivable for sale of CDS forms as at year end Interest paid for Member Firms margin deposits CDS Dex Liquidity deposit as at year end Annual listing fees, fees for provision of computer information received Fees receivable for provision of computer information as at year end Listed Company fees received Listed Company fees receivable as at year end Annual listing fees, fees for provision of computer information received Fees receivable for provision of computer information as at year end Listed Company fees received Listed Company fees receivable as at year end
DFCC Bank
CDS
Chairman
CSE
CDS (b) Mr. Krishan Balendra John Keells Stockbrokers (Pvt) Ltd
Director
CSE
Member fees, data communication charges & other charges received Member fees, data communication charges & other charges receivable as at year end Interest paid for Member Firms liquidity deposits Member Firms liquidity deposits & entrance deposit as at year end Interest payable for Member Firms liquidity deposits as at year end Sale of CDS Form Amount receivable for sale of CDS forms as at year end Interest paid for Member Firms margin deposits
CDS
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Company
Relationship
Nature of Transaction
Amount (Rs.)
CSE
Rent & electricity charges paid for Kurunegala branch premises 3,224,654 Electricity charges payable for Kurunegala branch premises as at year end 192,990 Annual listing fees, fees for provision of computer information received 122,384 Fees receivable for provision of computer information as at year end 970 Listed Company fees received Listed Company fees receivable as at year end Annual listing fees, fees for provision of computer information received Fees receivable for provision of computer information as at year end Listed Company fees received Listed Company fees receivable as at year end Participants fees received Member fees, data communication charges & other charges received Member fees, data communication charges & other charges receivable as at year end Interest paid for Member Firms liquidity deposits Member Firms liquidity deposits & entrance deposit as at year end Interest payable for Member Firms liquidity deposits as at year end Sale of CDS Form Amount receivable for sale of CDS forms as at year end Interest paid for Member Firms margin deposits Annual listing fees, fees for provision of computer information received Fees receivable for provision of computer information as at year end Listed Company fees received Listed Company fees receivable as at year end 15,371 2,567 292,927 10,986 932,768 82,191 61,856 968,913 157,427 430,619 5,290,000 51,256 11,825 11,711 112,916 861,123 577 943,856 95,753
CDS
Director
CSE
CDS
Director
CSE
CDS
Director
CSE
CDS
Member fees, data communication charges & other charges received Member fees, data communication charges & other charges receivable as at year end Interest paid for Member Firms liquidity deposits Member Firms liquidity deposits & entrance deposit as at year end Interest payable for Member Firms liquidity deposits as at year end Sale of CDS Form Amount receivable for sale of CDS forms as at year end Interest paid for Member Firms margin deposits
CDS
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Company
Relationship
Nature of Transaction
Amount (Rs.)
CDS
Director
CSE
CDS
Director
CSE
CDS
Director
CSE
CDS
27 SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
No circumstances have arisen since Balance Sheet date which would require adjustments to or disclosure in the financial statements.
28 DIRECTORS RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
The Board of Directors are responsible for the preparation and presentation of financial statements in accordance with Sri Lanka Accounting Standards.
29 COMPARATIVE INFORMATION
The Accounting policies have been consistently applied by the company and are consistent with those used in the previous year.
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Value Added
2010
2009
Distribution of Value Added To Employees To Government Taxation Retained in the Organisation Retained Profits Depreciation
131,520,094 345,960,796
9.7 25.3
112,689,698 31,511,711
32.8 9.2
2%
63%
TOTAL INCOME
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
Turnover related
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Corporate Information
NAME
Colombo Stock Exchange
BRANCHES
LEGAL STATUS
A company incorporated in Sri Lanka Limited by guarantee
Matara Branch 38, Station Road, Matara Tel: +94-41-2220094, +94-41-2220095 Fax: +94-41-4390546 Kandy Branch Ceybank House, 88, Dalada Veediya, Kandy Tel: +94-81-4474407, +94-81-4474409 Fax: +94-81-4474475 Kurunegala Branch 1st Floor, Union Assurance Building, 6, Rajapihilla Road, Kurunegala Tel: +94-37-4691802, +94-37-4691804 Fax: +94-37-4691803 Negombo Branch 1st Floor, Jude City Building, 142, Greens Road, Negombo Tel: +94-31-2227859, +94-31-2227861 Fax: +94-31-2227860 Jaffna Branch 1st Floor, 398/1, Hospital Road, Jaffna Tel: +94-21-2221455 Fax: +94-21-2221466
SUBSIDIARY
Central Depository Systems (Pvt) Limited
REGISTERED OFFICE
4-01 West Block, World Trade Centre, Echelon Square, Colombo 1, Sri Lanka.
SECRETARIES
Secretarial Services Limited
AUDITORS
KPMG Ford, Rhodes, Thornton & Co.
BANKERS/SETTLEMENT BANKS
Bank of Ceylon Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC Sampath Bank PLC The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
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