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First Capital floats debenture issue to raise Rs. 3 b in three tranches

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September 19, 2025

Primary offer to raise Rs. 1 b with extension options to two more tranches if each is oversubscribed

FIRST Capital Holdings yesterday said the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) had approved in principle its proposed debenture issue to raise up to Rs. 3 billion in three tranches.

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