Secondary market activity remains subdued despite post-auction buying interest

Following the treasury bond auction held yesterday, the secondary market witnessed a revival in buying interest.

Altair attracts world’s leading automotive brands for flagship showrooms

Altair’s prominence on Colombo’s skyline is now mirrored at street level. A growing number of global automotive brands have strategically chosen to locate their flagship showrooms at Altair, drawn by its iconic architecture, prime positioning by Beira Lake, and reputation as one of the city’s most prestigious addresses.

Ceylinco Life lays foundation stones for new classrooms in Ampara and Galle

Ceylinco Life is funding the construction of two new classroom buildings for under-resourced schools in the Ampara and Galle Districts, extending the reach of the company’s long-running Classroom Development Programme, which has built 89 classrooms to date.

WIS Group’s Imperial Advisors opens new office

Imperial Advisors, part of the WIS Group, a Sri Lankan company that provides Financial Solutions in the United Kingdom, has officially opened its Conveyancing office in Kohuwela.

The Students Visa hosts ‘EduFest 2026’ at Hilton Colombo

The Students Visa (TSV) hosted ‘EduFest 2026’, Sri Lanka’s Premier Study Abroad Expo at the Hilton Colombo recently.

Siyapatha Finance continues mission to conserve Sri Pada Reserve

In an effort towards the sustainable conservation and preservation of Sri Pada Reserve, one of the most revered pilgrimage sites in Sri Lanka, Siyapatha Finance PLC recently installed 11 informative public awareness Hoardings and 18 waste bins for the disposal of plastic and polythene waste in a sustainable manner along the Hatton-Nallathanni trail – the shortest and most popular route leading up to the summit of the mountain.

Asiri Health supports ‘IRONMAN 70.3 Colombo’ as official medical partner

Reinforcing its commitment to wellness, sports and community engagement in Sri Lanka, Asiri Health, has stepped forward as the Official Medical Partner for IRONMAN 70.3 Colombo, a highly-anticipated sports event with will attract nearly 1,000 athletes from over 49 countries.

Janashakthi Life steps in to support rural students post-cyclone Ditwah

Janashakthi Life recently concluded a community-focused Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative led by its Life Operations team, extending support to students of Maho / Bakmeewewa Primary School, a rural interior school impacted by the Ditwah Cyclone.

Entertainment, screen and the impact on life

Those of us born several decades ago, classified as Generation X, grew up in a very different environment. Our entertainment consisted largely of outdoor activities, reading books, listening to the radio, and the occasional visit to a park, movie, or community event.

Upcoming Textile Series, a big boost to SL apparel sector: EDB Chairman

Commending the organising of 15th Sri Lankan Edition of the Textile Series of Exhibitions set for March 5th to 7th at the SLECC in Colombo, Chairman /CEO of the Sri Lanka Export Development Board Mangala Wijesinghe said the event is very important to encourage the local manufacturers in the apparel sector.

City of Dreams Sri Lanka ushers in Lunar New Year with signature celebrations

Ring in the Lunar New Year in grand style as City of Dreams Sri Lanka unveils a bold and immersive celebration to welcome a year of prosperity, fortune, and new beginnings.

The Body Shop brings ‘British Rose Collection’

Spring is in the air — we can see it, we can smell it, we can feel it. So, as the season of renewal begins, there’s no better time to embrace all things floral, as well as indulge in a little everyday Bath & Body luxury.

Solo Bowl introduces its first dine-in experience in Colombo

Solo Bowl has officially unveiled its first-ever dine-in outlet, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s growth journey. The new outlet, located at No. 765, Kotte Road, Etul Kotte, Colombo, opened its doors to the public on 18th February, introducing a fresh and immersive dining experience to the city.

Hayleys PLC to raise up to Rs.7bn via debenture issue

Hayleys PLC has announced plans to raise up to Rs. 7 billion through the issuance of listed, rated, unsecured, senior, redeemable debentures, according to a company disclosure.

Colombo land value continues upward trajectory

Colombo District’s land market maintained its upward momentum through 2025, with the Central Bank of Sri Lanka’s Land Valuation Indicator (LVI) showing sustained growth across residential, commercial, and

ComBank 4Q profit dips 47% as ISB provision reversals skew base

Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC reported performance which mostly mirrored the rest of the industry for the December quarter where the previous year’s provision reversals on International Sovereign Bonds (ISBs) overshadowed the better underlying performance.

HNB 4Q down on provisions but full year profit up as loans grew Rs.354bn

Hatton National Bank PLC reported lower profits for the December quarter on the back of massive provision reversals on account of International Sovereign Bonds (ISBs) which was there in the

BOC posts Rs. 76bn PAT on strong revenue and asset quality

Bank of Ceylon (BOC) posted a Profit After Tax (PAT) of Rs. 76.0 billion for the year ended 31 December 2025, up 18 percent from Rs. 64.4 billion in 2024, while Profit Before Tax (PBT) reached Rs. 120.8 billion.

People’s Bank 4Q performance lifts 2025 PAT to all-time high

People’s Bank posted its strongest financial results in history for the year ended December 31, 2025, with standalone Profit After Tax (PAT) reaching Rs. 40.2 billion, underscoring its resilience amid external shocks and a challenging macroeconomic environment.

T-Bond auction concludes with full acceptance

The PDMO held yesterday’s Treasury Bond auction and fully accepted the initially offered amount of Rs. 140.0bn.

Indices continue to close in green

Indices closed in green as a result of price gains in counters such as John Keells Holdings, Hayleys and Melstacorp with the turnover crossing Rs. 4.9 bn.

HNB Assurance delivers industry leading 42% GWP growth

HNB Assurance PLC reported an outstanding financial performance for the year ended December 31, 2025, delivering a 42 percent year-on-year growth in life insurance gross written premium (GWP), this

Roar Global expands across South Asia

Roar Global announced the next phase of its South Asian regional expansion, by deepening its investments in the Bangladesh operations and entering a new exclusive market partnership in Nepal.

PMF Finance appoints Nishani Perera to board

PMF Finance PLC has announced the appointment of Nishani Perera as a Non-Executive Independent Director, further strengthening the company’s strategic oversight, governance framework and board-level

Gulf Air increases Colombo flights to 10 weekly

Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, has announced an increase in flight frequencies between Bahrain and Colombo, expanding from daily operations to 10 flights per week effective February

Prime Lands Residencies secures Otters Club car park property to develop ‘The Elizabeth’

Prime Lands Residencies PLC has secured the historic Otters Club car park property in Colombo 7, through a recently concluded agreement with the Urban Development Authority (UDA), marking one of the

Knuckles Spring Water introduces SL’s 1st tethered bottle cap

Knuckles Spring Water bottled and marketed by CPC Lanka, a fully-owned subsidiary of Cargills (Ceylon) PLC, recently introduced Sri Lanka’s first tethered bottle cap to the market.

STC TechSphere 2026 brings global engineering leaders to Colombo

Swedish Trading Company (Private) Limited (STC) successfully hosted STC TechSphere 2026 recently at Shangri-La Colombo, bringing together industry leaders, engineers, business owners and international

Colombo Border’s Tower Cosmos tops out

Prime Lands Residencies PLC has reached a significant construction milestone with the topping out of Tower Cosmos, one of The Colombo Border development’s three residential towers.

Intervest earns ACCA Approved Employer status

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) has officially appointed Intervest as an ACCA Approved Employer, recognising the organisation’s commitment to developing, supporting and nurturing