📈 CSE and SEC Target Regional SMEs to Boost Alternative Capital Raising

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and CA Sri Lanka held joint issuer forums in Anuradhapura and Jaffna to raise awareness on alternative capital-raising avenues for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Key highlights from the sessions include: • Capital Market Access: Guidance on Initial Public Offerings (IPOs), regulatory requirements, and leveraging the CSE's Empower Board for business scaling and succession planning in family businesses. • Support Frameworks: Insights into the SME Creditworthiness Rating Framework, SME Magazine, and Entrepreneur Awards Programme to promote sustainable financial management. • Industry Collaboration: Panel discussions featuring representatives from SEC, CSE, CA Sri Lanka, Deloitte, EY, JA Partners, and Asia Securities providing actionable advisory support.