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SPX launches 1534 investor education hotline

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  • The South Pacific Stock Exchange (SPX) launched a toll-free investor education hotline, 1534, to boost investor awareness in Fiji.
  • The hotline allows the public to ask basic questions about share investments and the stock market.
  • SPX CEO Sheraj Obeyesekere stated that improving financial literacy is crucial for the Fijian stock market's long-term success.

The South Pacific Stock Exchange (SPX) has introduced a new initiative aimed at enhancing financial literacy and investor awareness across Fiji. The SPX Toll-Free Investor Education Line, accessible by dialing 1534, offers the public a direct channel to learn about share investments and the intricacies of the stock market.

Callers can pose fundamental questions regarding investment, such as understanding the stock market's function, identifying investable companies, exploring potential returns, and the mechanics of share ownership. The line also guides individuals on how to commence investing through a licensed stockbroker.

Sheraj Obeyesekere, CEO of SPX, emphasized the line's role in providing an accessible platform for public engagement. "The launch of the 1534 Toll-Free Investor Education Line provides a simple and accessible way for the public to connect with SPX, ask questions freely, and learn more about investment opportunities available through Fijiโ€™s stock market," he stated. Obeyesekere further linked improved financial literacy directly to the sustained success of Fiji's stock market.

The investor education line operates during standard weekday business hours, excluding public holidays, making it a consistent resource for aspiring investors in Fiji.

The launch of the 1534 Toll-Free Investor Education Line provides a simple and accessible way for the public to connect with SPX, ask questions freely, and learn more about investment opportunities available through Fijiโ€™s stock market.

· Sheraj ObeyesekereCommenting on the initiative to launch the investor education hotline.
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