📈 SEC & CSE to Host Regional Investor Forums in Monaragala & Batticaloa

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) and Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) are hosting free investor forums to boost financial literacy and broaden domestic investor participation. • Monaragala Forum: 16 July, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at Silanrich Hotel (conducted in Sinhala). • Batticaloa Forum: 18 July, 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. at FG Golden River Hotel (conducted in Tamil). • On-Site Account Opening: Representatives from stockbroker and unit trust firms will facilitate immediate account opening. The first 200 participants opening an account at each venue will receive a promotional investment coupon from the SEC and CSE. • Strong Market Momentum: The outreach follows robust growth in Sri Lanka's capital market, with the All-Share Price Index (ASPI) climbing from 4,846 points in May 2020 to 22,310.80 points in May 2026—a 360% overall increase and a CAGR of ~28.98%, while capital gains remain tax-free.