Step 1: Recall CE amplifier current amplification formula.
\[
\beta = \frac{I_C}{I_B} \approx \frac{V_C / R_C}{V_B / R_B} = \frac{V_C R_B}{V_B R_C}
\]
Step 2: Substitute given values.
\[
V_C = 2.5 \, \text{V}, \quad V_B = 0.02 \, \text{V}, \quad R_C = 2.5 \, \text{k}\Omega, \quad R_B = 1.5 \, \text{k}\Omega
\]
Step 3: Apply formula.
\[
\beta = \frac{2.5 \cdot 1.5}{0.02 \cdot 2.5} = \frac{3.75}{0.05} = 75
\]
Step 4: Check reasoning.
CE current amplification factor consistent with voltage ratio and resistor ratio.
Step 5: Conclude.
The current amplification factor of the transistor is:
\[
\boxed{75}
\]