The Dominican Republic Superintendency of the Securities Market (SIMV) officially inaugurated the third edition of Expo Mercado de Valores 2025, held under the theme “Investing with purpose” and framed as an initiative to strengthen financial literacy and promote responsible investment. In opening remarks, Superintendent Ernesto Bournigal pointed to a record year for the Dominican securities market, citing more than 710,000 transactions in 2024 with volumes equivalent to 193% of GDP. He also highlighted the role of investment funds in employment and economic development, referenced financial inclusion efforts such as ProInversionista, and announced regulatory enhancements including a crowdfunding regulation alongside a digital transformation that includes the official launch of a redesigned SIMV website. The event runs on 12 and 13 September at the Hotel Real Intercontinental Santo Domingo, with 13 September dedicated to public-facing financial education activities, interactive sessions and personalised guidance.
Superintendencia del Mercado de Valores de la Republica Dominicana 2025-09-13
Dominican Republic Superintendency of the Securities Market opens Expo Mercado de Valores 2025 and signals crowdfunding rule enhancements and a digital overhaul
The Dominican Republic Superintendency of the Securities Market inaugurated Expo Mercado de Valores 2025, emphasizing financial literacy and responsible investment. Superintendent Ernesto Bournigal highlighted a record year for the securities market, with transactions exceeding 710,000 in 2024, and announced regulatory enhancements including crowdfunding regulation and digital transformation. The event features public financial education activities and interactive sessions.