B Mirror Report: To build a sustainable and stronger capital market, the Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) has intensified investment education activities across the country. Under the slogan “Trained investors, prosperous capital market,” the Commission has instructed the Bangladesh Academy for Securities Markets (BASM) to conduct regular training programs.

In a letter issued by BSEC’s Financial Literacy Division, BASM was directed to submit detailed reports of its monthly training sessions, along with participant lists, to the Commission by the 1st of the following month. Specific targets have also been set: 5,000 general investors are to be trained in the 2025–26 fiscal year, and another 5,500 in 2026–27.

To expand financial education, the regulator has increased the use of modern technology. BSEC’s investment education website and YouTube links have now been integrated into the National Information Portal. As a result, people can easily access capital market information and tutorials from government websites at the division, district, and upazila levels.

According to BSEC, greater financial awareness among investors will reduce excessive risk-taking and rumor-driven investments, making the market more stable and transparent. Trained investors will be able to analyze companies’ financial reports and make informed long-term decisions, contributing to overall market stability. Market participants believe this initiative will help protect retail investors from major financial losses.

Established in 2019, BASM is an academic wing of BSEC focused on enhancing investor capacity. The current BSEC Chairman, Khondaker Rashed Maqsood, serves as Chairman of the academy, while Kamrul Aman Khan is its Director General. The institution regularly organizes specialized courses and seminars on fundamental and technical analysis, fintech, and training for authorized representatives, helping to improve professionalism and reduce cash flow risks in the market.