Ceylon Guardian Stock Market Challenge 2026 on19th October 2026

The Department of Finance, Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, in collaboration with Guardian Fund Management Ltd, successfully held the Ceylon Guardian Stock Market Challenge 2026 Awards Ceremony on 19th October 2026 at New Faculty Boardroom, marking the conclusion of a five-month investment portfolio management competition.

The ceremony was graced by Prof. Dushan Jayawickrama, Dean of the Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce, as the Chief Guest, and Mr. Tushara Jayaratne, Acting Director General of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka, as the Guest of Honour. The occasion was also attended by distinguished industry representatives from Guardian Fund Management Ltd, Ceylon Guardian Investment Trust, and Ceylon Investment PLC, together with academic staff members of the Department of Finance.

During the competition, participating teams constructed and managed virtual stock portfolios valued at Rs. 100 million over five months, making investment decisions through stock purchases and sales supported by investment theses. At the Awards Ceremony, the Champion and Runner-Up teams were recognised for their achievements, while certificates were presented to all participants in appreciation of their commitment and contribution.

The competition provided undergraduates with practical exposure to portfolio management, equity investment, and stock market analysis, strengthening their investment decision-making skills and connecting academic knowledge with real-world financial market practices.