Newly appointed Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) Chairman Masud Khan has pledged to rebuild investor confidence and pursue long-term structural reforms aimed at creating a transparent, fair and resilient capital market, while acknowledging that the stock market is currently facing significant challenges.
In a post on his social media platform on Saturday, shortly after assuming office, Masud Khan expressed gratitude for the messages of support and congratulatory wishes he received. He said he was deeply honoured to take on the responsibility at what he described as a critical moment for Bangladesh’s capital market.
He noted that restoring trust among investors, improving market depth, and meeting stakeholder expectations would be among the key priorities and challenges of his tenure. According to him, reviving the capital market and placing it on a stable and sustainable path would require sustained effort and institutional strengthening.
The BSEC chief also acknowledged that taking on the role involved personal and professional sacrifices, including giving up a secure career path and financial benefits developed over years in the corporate sector. He said his decision was influenced by encouragement from family, friends and colleagues.
Outlining his broader vision, Masud Khan said reforms would go beyond short-term market recovery and focus on strengthening institutions, attracting quality companies, increasing long-term investment, improving governance and transparency, expanding digitisation, and promoting investor education.
He emphasised the need to maintain a balance between regulation and flexibility, stating that his guiding approach would be to regulate where necessary and simplify where possible.
The chairman further stressed that meaningful reform cannot be achieved in isolation and requires collective effort from regulators, investors, listed companies, intermediaries, policymakers and the media.
He said he would remain open to feedback, suggestions and constructive criticism, while prioritising the broader interests of the capital market and national economy.
Masud Khan also expressed his belief in divine guidance, stating that he trusts Allah’s plan in overcoming challenges ahead, and called for cooperation from all stakeholders to rebuild confidence in the market.
He concluded by thanking well-wishers and expressing optimism about working together to develop a stronger, more transparent and sustainable capital market.
