Almas Holdings pledges Rs. 225 mn for flood relief and rebuilding

Almas Holdings (Pvt) Ltd, a long-term investment holding company with interests in the capital market and real estate sectors, has pledged Rs. 225 million to support flood relief and post-disaster rebuilding efforts, underscoring growing private sector participation in national recovery initiatives.

Sri Lanka Tourism assures 24/7 support for visitors amid severe weather

Sri Lanka Tourism announced that dedicated response teams are operating around the clock to assist tourists and industry stakeholders affected by the recent severe weather conditions. Officials said immediate support will be provided to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all visitors.

ASPI Posts Modest Gains Amid Sectoral Consolidation

The Colombo Stock Exchange ended Wednesday’s session (26th November 2025) on a modest positive note, with the ASPI adding 24.32 points (+0.11%) to close at 22,844.23.

CBSL keeps the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) unchanged

The Monetary Policy Board, at its meeting held yesterday, decided to maintain the Overnight Policy

Sri Lanka targets 4 million tourists, US$8 billion revenue by 2030: Minister

Sri Lanka aims to attract four million tourists and generate US$ 8 billion in revenue by 2030, Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Minister Vijitha Herath announced during the India–Sri Lanka Tourism Relations programme in Colombo, yesterday (19).

Sri Lanka seeks Indian investors, filmmakers to boost tourism

Sri Lanka is inviting Indian investors and film producers to explore new tourism ventures and film projects in the country, Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Minister Vijitha Herath said yesterday (19).

IRD records highest tax revenue in its history

The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has announced that it has achieved the highest tax revenue collection in its history, reaching Rs. 2,002,241 million as of November 17.

CBSL declares 22 companies and apps as prohibited pyramid schemes

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has officially identified and declared 22 companies and mobile applications as prohibited pyramid schemes under Section 83(C) of the Banking Act No. 30 of 1988, as amended.

ASPI surpasses 23,000 milestone, fueling investor optimism

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) continued its bullish momentum as the All Share Price Index (ASPI) surpassed the 23,000 mark, reflecting growing investor confidence and sustained market optimism.

CSE Ends Mixed as Selective Buying Lifts ASPI

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) closed Thursday’s session on a mixed note, with the All-Share Price Index (ASPI) ending in positive territory while the S&P SL20 edged slightly lower.

CSE Slips Amid Profit-Taking After Consecutive Gains

After several consecutive sessions of upbeat performance, the market shifted to the red zone today, with both indices closing lower amid cooling investor sentiment. The session reflected a phase of profit-taking, following the strong rallies seen earlier this week.

Colombo stock market extends gains amid renewed investor optimism

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) continued its upward momentum today, supported by renewed investor sentiment and sustained buying interest across key sectors. Following yesterday’s mixed performance, both the All Share Price Index (ASPI) and the S&P SL20 advanced, reflecting improved market confidence

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CSE kicks off october on a positive note amid robust turnover

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) opened October with sustained positive momentum, supported by a robust turnover of LKR 6.46 Bn.

JKCG seeks court relief as BYD EV shipments remain detained by customs

John Keells CG Auto (JKCG), the authorized distributor of BYD electric vehicles (EVs) in Sri Lanka, issued a fresh statement late evening regarding the ongoing detention of certain BYD EV consignments by Sri Lanka Customs, a matter currently before the Court of Appeal.

CEA joins GovPay digital payment platform

The Central Environmental Authority (CEA) has integrated with the “GovPay Government Digital Payment Platform,” enabling clients to make payments for its services online from yesterday (26).

ASPI ends above 21,000 with turnover of Rs. 13.2Bn

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) ended on a mixed note today, while marking a historic milestone as the All Share Price Index (ASPI) closed above the 21,000-point level for the first time. The ASPI gained 65.09 points (+0.31%) to close at 21,062.45, supported by firm investor sentiment, whereas the S&P SL20 slipped 5.43 points (-0.09%) to 6,071.36.

AMW cracks down on counterfeit Yamaha spare parts in Eastern Province

Associated Motorways (Pvt) Limited (AMW), the sole distributor for Yamaha in Sri Lanka, has recently intensified its efforts to combat the growing circulation of counterfeit spare parts for Yamaha motorcycles.

Crucial to safeguard Central Bank Independence - CBSL Chief

Sri Lanka’s future economic stability depends on protecting the independence of its Central Bank, Governor Nandalal Weerasinghe said, warning that political interference had left the country vulnerable to its worst financial collapse in 2022.

Home Lands’ pentara residencies breaks ground: Colombo’s landmark twin towers rise at Thummulla

The ground breaking ceremony of Pentara Residencies, Colombo’s most iconic twin-tower development by Home Lands Group, was successfully held on Thursday, 28th August 2025 at Thummulla Handiya, Colombo.

CSE gains as investor activity picks up

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) closed on a positive note today, with the All Share Price Index (ASPI) gaining 139.82 points (+0.68%) to settle at 20,753.21, after an early rally of nearly 152 points. The S&P SL20 also advanced modestly by 13.64 points (+0.23%) to 6,062.44.

Sudath Perera Associates to host webinar on navigating US trade tariffs for Sri Lankan exporters

Leading Sri Lankan law firm Sudath Perera Associates, in collaboration with the US-based law firm Amundsen Davis, is set to host a timely webinar titled, ’’Thriving Amid Tariffs: Implications and opportunities for Sri Lankan exporters to the US.’’ The virtual event will take place on Thursday, 28th August 2025, at 4:00 PM (IST) via MS Teams.

CSE rebounds after consecutive declines

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) today demonstrated mixed momentum, with the All Share Price Index (ASPI) initially gaining approximately 96 points before easing slightly. The market ultimately closed with a positive movement of 37.80 points (+0.18%) at 20,613.39, while the S&P SL 20 rose 6.29 points (+0.10%) to 6,048.80.

Made in Sri Lanka’ Trade Fair to be held in Arugam Bay

The National Enterprise Development Authority (NEDA), under the Ministry of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development, will host the annual ‘Made in Sri Lanka’ trade fair at Arugam Bay in the Ampara District from August 29 to 31.

CSE Closes Lower as Profit-Taking Weighs on Indices

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) closed on a negative note today, with the All Share Price Index (ASPI) declining by 73.61 points (-0.36%) to settle at 20,575.59. The market opened with a sharp drop of nearly 188 points amid strong selling pressure, staged a brief recovery, but weakened again towards the close.

CSE ends flat after early volatility amid strong turnover

The Colombo Stock Exchange witnessed a volatile trading session today, with the ASPI initially slipping nearly 150 points on the back of profit-taking before staging a late recovery. Despite the rebound, the ASPI closed almost flat, posting a marginal gain of 0.69 points to end at 20,715.49.

CSE closed above 20,000 ASPI with strong investor participation

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) witnessed a strong upward trend today, with both the All Share Price Index (ASPI) and the S&P SL20 Index closing higher. The ASPI advanced by 289.69 points (+1.45%) to close at 20,218.36, surpassing the 20,000 milestone, while the S&P SL20 gained 114.26 points (+1.98%) to end at 5,894.84.

CSE falls as both ASPI and S&P SL20 weaken

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) closed lower today, reflecting a subdued market sentiment. The All Share Price Index (ASPI) dropped nearly 80 points in the first half of trading before making a mild recovery, yet remained in negative territory by the close, declining 46.83 points (-0.23%) to 19,928.67.

CSE ends trading session on mixed performance

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) experienced a volatile trading session today, with both the All Share Price Index (ASPI) and the S&P SL20 Index reflecting mixed momentum. By market close, the ASPI posted a marginal gain of 2.71 points (+0.01%) to end at 19,975.50, while the S&P SL20 Index declined by 10.92 points (-0.19%) to close at 5,815.64.

CSE closes on a positive note

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) ended today’s trading session on an upbeat note, with the All Share Price Index (ASPI) recovering from an early decline of 78 points to close up 49.77 points (+0.25%) at 19,972.79. The S&P SL20 Index also posted a modest gain of 1.65 points (+0.03%) to end at 5,826.56.