Sri Lanka, June 18 -- Sri Lanka's capital market regulator unveiled an ambitious reform agenda in 2025, as the country's economic recovery gained momentum and investor confidence strengthened, according to Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Senior Prof. Hareendra Dissabandara.

In his review of the SEC's 2025 Annual Report, Dissabandara said Sri Lanka's economy expanded by 5% during the year, supported by improved fiscal discipline, stronger foreign reserves and restored policy credibility. He noted that the country's long-awaited sovereign rating upgrade and exit from default marked a significant milestone in the recovery process.

Against this backdrop, the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) recorded a strong rebound, driven by...