Post-IPO compliance must be treated as a continuous process rather than a procedural obligation, as it is central to building and sustaining investor confidence in the capital market, said Md Sajedul Islam, a director of the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE).
He made the remarks while speaking at the closing ceremony of a three-day training workshop titled Continuing Listing Requirements Post IPO on Sunday.
Md Sajedul Islam said ensuring responsibility, transparency and regular compliance by listed companies in the post-IPO phase is critical for protecting investors. “The more confidently and transparently stakeholders discharge their responsibilities, the stronger investor trust becomes,” he added.
According to him, such trust is vital for long-term market stability and sustainable development, from which all participants in the capital market ultimately benefit.
The workshop was organised by the DSE Training Academy and held from 4 January to 12. Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) Director Md Abul Kalam and Deputy General Manager of the DSE Training Academy Syed Al Amin Rahman were also present at the closing session.
Md Sajedul Islam said a successful IPO does not mark the end of a company’s responsibilities in the capital market. “The real test of an IPO begins after listing,” he said, noting that accountability and compliance become more important as a company continues market operations and builds long-term relationships with shareholders.
He stressed that transparency, proper disclosure and consistent compliance in the post-IPO stage are essential to maintaining shareholder confidence and strengthening the capital market on a sustainable footing.
During the training programme, sessions were conducted on the Corporate Governance Code 2018, the Securities and Exchange Ordinance 1969, BSEC (Rights Issue) Rules 2006, revaluation guidelines, financial reporting systems, and compliance with listing requirements and enforcement.
