Maldives Stock Exchange (MSE)

Maldives Stock Exchange (MSE) was first established on 14th April 2002. It was operated by the Capital Market Development Authority (CMDA) as part of the regulator.

The primary function of MSE is to facilitate companies raising their capital through issuing of new securities. The secondary function is to provide a regulated market for the trading of existing stocks between investors. It is also the centre for trading, reporting and pricing of the stocks.

Services offered include: to provide facilities for buying, selling and dealing in securities on the MSE; to provide a clearing service for securities traded on the MSE; and the development and promotion of the Securities Market.

MSE also launched an Investor Education Program on the 22nd April 2009. The program was initiated by a presentation given to students at Aminiyya School in order to train and educate them about the capital market.

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