A well-functioning capital market is essential for economic growth, investment attraction, and business expansion. At the heart of this system lies the stock exchange—an engine for mobilizing capital, enhancing transparency, and creating investment opportunities. This panel will examine the evolving role of the stock exchange in Curaçao and the broader Caribbean, focusing on its potential to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), attract foreign investment, and drive financial inclusion. Industry leaders, regulators, and capital market experts will discuss opportunities to modernize infrastructure, increase market participation, and develop innovative financial instruments that strengthen the region’s investment ecosystem.