Speaking at the Invest Sri Lanka Capital Market Forum 2025, held at the Shangri-La Hotel and organised by the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of Sri Lanka, Governor of the Central Bank, Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe, reaffirmed the nation’s commitment to macroeconomic stability and financial system resilience.
Dr. Weerasinghe highlighted that macroeconomic fundamentals—low inflation, exchange rate stability, and steady interest rates—have positioned Sri Lanka for renewed investor confidence and sustainable growth. He emphasised the critical role of capital markets in driving long-term financing for both corporates and state-owned enterprises (SOEs), noting that current market capitalisation remains underutilised at just 14–15% of GDP.
The Governor urged greater diversification in financing mechanisms, moving beyond traditional bank lending to include regulated investment products accessible to households. By unlocking capital markets, Sri Lanka can provide long-term financial security, reduce reliance on fixed deposits, and protect savers from unregulated schemes.
He concluded that the nation’s strengthened macroeconomic stability is the foundation upon which capital markets can thrive, opening the door to broader investment opportunities and economic expansion.
