📈 CSE to Open Iconic Trading Floor for Colombo Investor Forum on June 25

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) are launching a nationwide series of investor forums to boost financial literacy and capital market access. • Market Milestone: The initiative kicks off amid a remarkable six-year capital market expansion, with the All Share Price Index (ASPI) surging 360% from 4,846 points (May 2020) to 22,310.80 points (May 2026)—representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of ~28.98%, with capital gains remaining tax-free. • Event Details: The first free forum will be conducted in Sinhala on Thursday, 25 June 2026, starting at 5:00 p.m. on the CSE trading floor at the World Trade Centre, Colombo. The trading floor will open early from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for public walkthroughs. • Investor Services: Representatives from stockbroker firms and unit trust associations will assist with direct account openings. The first 200 participants to open an account on the day will enter a raffle draw for an investment coupon. • Key Stakeholders: Features an interactive panel and sessions with officials from the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL), SEC, CSE, and leading market intermediaries covering the macroeconomic outlook, sectoral performance, and investor protection frameworks.