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DHAKA, Feb 5, 2026 (BSS) – The Chittagong Stock Exchange PLC (CSE) organized a workshop today titled “BSEC (Public Offer of Equity Securities) Rules, 2025: Its Impact and Way Forward” at its head office in Chattogram. 

The event aimed to educate high-ranking officials from listed companies, potential issuers, and capital market stakeholders on the recent regulatory changes, said a press release here.

M Shaifur Rahman Mazumdar, FCA, FCMA, Managing Director of CSE, emphasized the necessity for issuer companies and those interested in future listing to accurately understand and apply the revised rules. 

He highlighted that under the new regulations, companies meeting all requirements will be able to list in the fastest possible time. 

Shaifur Rahman further noted that the capital market serves as a vital source of long-term capital, which is essential to prevent further deterioration of the current banking sector crisis. 

He also urged stakeholders to take more initiatives to bring “Chattogram-based companies”  into the capital market.

The keynote address was delivered by Dr. Md. Iqbal Hossain DBA, Additional Director of the Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC), who was directly involved in drafting the new rules. 

His presentation simplified the core themes of the legislation and highlighted the primary differences and advantages of the 2025 rules compared to previous laws.

Additionally, representatives from UCB Investment Limited, including VP and Senior Manager H.A. Mamun and Md. Khaled Hasan, discussed the benefits companies gain from listing and the comprehensive support role provided by issue managers.

Mohammad Mahadi Hasan, CFA, and Chief Regulatory Officer (CRO) of the CSE, delivered the closing remarks, pointing out a significant shift in the listing process: stock exchanges now have the authority to grant listing approvals. 

He stressed that understanding these procedures is crucial for accurate institutional evaluation and ensuring investor safety.

The workshop concluded with a question -answer   session, where experts noted that a lack of knowledge regarding the correct listing process often leads to complexities or the potential rejection of listing applications. 

They expressed hope that by selecting the right companies and following the streamlined procedures, the listing process would become faster and more efficient, ultimately benefiting the capital market and all stakeholders involved.