Sri Lanka, Jan. 21 -- The Unit Trust industry of Sri Lanka reported a 7.8% year-over-year growth of its assets under management (AUM) to Rs. 587 billion by the end of 2025. During the year, the AUM reached a high of Rs. 613 billion, indicating continued interest in the asset category. These assets are currently managed across 86 funds by 16 management companies.

While fixed-income funds accounted for the largest share of AUM, equity-related funds saw strong inflows, increasing by Rs. 30 billion in 2025 compared to just Rs. 2 billion for fixed-income funds. This reflects improved investor sentiment, with a clear shift from a capital preservation mindset toward long-term capital growth.

The year also saw a move from ultra-safe short-term ...