PM ‘Rings the Bell’ at CSE to champion financial literacy and investor education
As part of World Investor Week (WIW) 2026, the Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) and the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) joined stock exchanges around the world in ringing the market opening bell for financial literacy on 5 October 2026, under the patronage of Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, Prime Minister of the Democratic Socialist […]
On 5 October 2026, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of Sri Lanka, in collaboration with the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), observed World Investor Week by ringing the market opening bell for financial literacy. This initiative, spearheaded by Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, aimed to underscore the significance of investor education and protect investors.
The "Ring the Bell for Financial Literacy" program, initiated by the World Federation of Exchanges (WFE), united stock exchanges globally to promote financial literacy and empower individuals to make well-informed financial choices. The ceremony also celebrated the 40th anniversary of the CSE and saw the joint introduction of the Stock Market Game, an interactive online platform utilizing the ATrad trading system.
This game allows participants to simulate stock market operations and make investment decisions without risking real money. The SEC and CSE expect the Stock Market Game to serve as a valuable tool for financial education, enabling simulation competitions among universities and the 100 Capital Market Clubs in schools nationwide. The event also witnessed the commemorative issuance of a stamp and First Day Cover to honor the CSE's 40th anniversary, organized in partnership with Sri Lanka's Department of Posts and Philatelic Bureau.
Speaking at the ceremony, Rajeeva Bandaranaike, Chief Executive Officer of the CSE, emphasized the critical role of reliable information in investment decisions. He stressed the importance of sourcing data from trustworthy and responsible channels to make prudent investment choices in today's digital age, where vast information and data are disseminated through social media.
SEC Chairman Snr. Prof. D.B.P.H. Dissabandara highlighted the SEC's broader role in fostering the capital market's growth. He stressed the necessity of building confidence in the market to encourage investors, as confidence is a prerequisite for market participation.
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