Unit trust industry assets swell 16% to Rs.603bn as investor appetite grows

The unit trust industry in Sri Lanka has recorded a robust performance, with assets under management (AUM) expanding by 16.0 percent year-on-year to reach Rs.603 billion by the end of October 2025.

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The sector saw assets rise from Rs.592 billion in September, signalling a steady shift in public sentiment towards professionally managed investment vehicles. However, despite this impressive double-digit growth, the industry remains a fraction of its true potential. Industry experts note that unit trusts still account for a mere 1.5 percent of the total financial assets held by the public, underscoring the massive opportunity for expansion in a market that has historically been dominated by traditional savings accounts and fixed deposits.