HNB-Litro facilitate card, QR-based payments

HNB PLC announced a strategic partnership with Litro Gas Lanka Limited to facilitate card and LankaQR-enabled payments across Litro’s customer touchpoints, including key agents, dealerships and customer

Seylan Bank initiates Eco Solar Loans 2nd phase for SMEs

Seylan Bank continues its commitment to support the growth of the small and medium enterprises (SMEs) by expanding its range of affordable and flexible financing solutions.

First Capital Treasuries reports Rs.3bn PAT for FY 2024/25

First Capital Treasuries PLC announced a profit after tax (PAT) of Rs.3.0 billion for the financial year ended March 31, 2025, demonstrating its financial strength and resilience amid the evolving market dynamics.

NDB Bank-ABEC empower students pursuing overseas education

NDB Bank has further strengthened its commitment to enabling Sri Lankan students to pursue global academic opportunities through a newly signed memorandum of understanding with Australian Business

John Keells Properties-NDB Bank offer best loan interest rate for Viman Ja-Ela

John Keells Properties, in partnership with NDB Bank, has launched the best home loan interest rate in the market 9.75 percent (fixed for one year) available exclusively for purchasers of residences at Viman Ja-Ela.

WSO2 acquires leading API analytics, monetisation start-up Moesif

WSO2, the leader in enterprise digital infrastructure technology, announced it has acquired Moesif, a San Francisco-based start-up specialising in advanced API analytics and monetisation.

Realme appoints Abans as national distributor

Realme, the innovative mobile brand that is made for the youth, has officially appointed Abans as its national distributor in Sri Lanka.

Fairfirst shines at Great Manager Awards

Fairfirst Insurance Limited has once again reinforced its commitment to leadership excellence, securing four individual awards at the recently held prestigious Great Manager Awards 2024, organised by the

DFCC Bank concludes Welipenna leasing campaign

DFCC Bank successfully concluded a dynamic and high-impact leasing promotional campaign at the Welipenna Service Area on the Southern Expressway.

PMF Finance opens 18th branch in Ratnapura

PMF Finance PLC marked another significant milestone in its growth journey, with the ceremonial opening of its 18th branch in the heart of Ratnapura.

SLT Mobitel reaffirms commitment to driving nation’s digital transformation

SLT-Mobitel said it is solidifying its position as a vital pillar of Sri Lanka’s progress, reaffirming its commitment to driving the nation’s digital transformation.

Customs speeds up vehicle clearance to one and a half days

The Sri Lanka Customs said today that the delays in clearing imported vehicles have now been significantly reduced, with vehicles now being released within one and a half days, Additional Director General and Customs spokesperson Seevali Arukgoda said.

CSE closes strong with broad gains and robust turnover

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) closed on a strong positive note today, with increased market activity and steady investor buying. The positive trend was supported by strong company performances in the last quarter and growing investor confidence. Most sectors showed gains, reflecting overall market optimism.

BYD EV demand in Sri Lanka “exceeds expectations”: JKH

The Sri Lankan appetite for electric mobility is accelerating faster than anticipated, with over 5,000 BYD vehicles reserved since the brand’s entry into the market earlier this year, John Keells Holdings (JKH) said this week.

Govt. eyes long-term plan to tackle export sector challenges

The government is looking to craft a longterm industrial development plan as Sri Lanka is moving towards establishing itself as an export-led economy, the President’s Office said.

Mango TV’s ‘Serendipitous Journeys’ puts SL’s East on map

In a timely boost for destination Sri Lanka, China’s Mango TV has wrapped up filming a high-profile reality series in Trincomalee, which when aired, will give a fresh wave of visibility for the island’s east coast and a possible uptick in Chinese outbound travel to the country.

Untapped Northern province gets boost via ILO’s US $ 2.8mn climateresilient development plan

The high-potential but largely untapped Northern province will get a fresh boost with the International Labour Organisation (ILO) rolling out a US $ 2.8 million initiative aimed at climate-smart job creation and inclusive economic recovery. Launched in partnership with the government of Australia and government of Norway, the Generating Resilient Opportunities for Work (GROW) project will run from 2025 to 2028.

SriLankan Engineering achieves CAAT certification to provide MRO services for Thai carriers

SriLankan Engineering, the Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) division of SriLankan Airlines, has been certified by the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) as a Foreign Repair Station and Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO).

Mahindra Ideal Finance delivers strong FY25 results

111% growth in disbursements and 41% surge in profits

Seylan Bank partners with National Industry Expo 2025 for 3rd consecutive year

Seylan Bank stands to support the 3rd consecutive National Industry Expo 2025.

Ambeon Holdings posts strong FY 2024/25 results with Rs. 1,910 mn profit

Ambeon Holdings PLC, a diversified conglomerate with key business interests across Information Technology, Financial Services, Real Estate, and Strategic Investments has announced its interim financial results for the financial year 2024/25.

People’s Bank partners with MasterCard to introduce tailored digital payment solution

People’s Bank has entered into a strategic partnership with MasterCard to launch a suite of innovative, customer-focused digital payment solutions.

ComBank to offer special educational loans to Alpha Business School students

The Alpha Business School is the latest higher education institution in Sri Lanka to partner with the Commercial Bank of Ceylon to facilitate educational loans for its students.

ASPI up for 6th straight session

The ASPI closed in green as a result of price gains in counters such as Hemas Holdings, Commercial Bank and Aitken Spence with the turnover crossing Rs. 4.2 Bn. A similar behaviour was witnessed in the S&P SL20. High net worth and institutional investor participation was noted in Dialog Axiata, Hemas Holdings and Digital Mobility Solutions Lanka. Mixed interest was observed in Hatton National Bank, ACL Cables and John Keells Holdings whilst retai

Belluna Lanka charts regional growth with Sri Lanka at its core

As Belluna Co. Ltd. Japan celebrates a decade of investment in Sri Lanka, its wholly owned subsidiary, Belluna Lanka (Pvt) Ltd., is deepening its long-standing commitment to South Asia - with Sri Lanka at its heart.

Auction yields dip, yield curve holds steady

After the overnight policy rate cut, the Central Bank held its first weekly T-bill auction yesterday, fully raising the offered Rs.162.5 billion.

Hayleys Fentons pioneers SL’s first European-engineered roof lifeline system

Hayleys Fentons Limited has successfully completed the installation of an advanced roof lifeline system at South Asia Textiles Limited, Pugoda.

EDB, ITC and UK govt. launch official ‘SheTrades Sri Lanka Hub’ web page

The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), in collaboration with the International Trade Centre (ITC) officially launched the SheTrades Sri Lanka Hub web page under the framework of the United Kingdom (UK) Government-funded SheTrades Commonwealth+ Programme, marking a major milestone in the country’s efforts to empower women-led businesses and integrate them into global trade.

NDB Bank empowers coconut farmers with ‘Kapruka Ayojana’

NDB Bank announced its partnership with the Coconut Cultivation Board (CCB) for the Kapruka Ayojana Credit Scheme, a transformative financial solution designed to boost coconut cultivation and integrated farming systems across Sri Lanka.

HNB sets new standard for digital trade services in Sri Lanka

HNB PLC has launched TxB TradeX - its next-generation Digital Trade Finance platform, in collaboration with IFINITY Global (Pvt) Ltd, setting a new standard for digital trade services in Sri Lanka.