CSE to recalibrate benchmark index in quarterly market reset

Sri Lanka’s benchmark stock market gauge is set for a quarterly shake-up next week, with the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) rebalancing the All Share Price Index (ASPI) to reflect the changes in public shareholdings across the listed companies.

Cake Date brings people together at The Shoppes at City of Dreams Sri Lanka

The Shoppes at City of Dreams Sri Lanka continues to shape itself as a vibrant meeting place for Colombo, bringing together retail, dining, lifestyle and community experiences under one destination.

Ideal Motors concludes Habarana Abiyogaya 10

Ideal Abiyogaya 10, the 10th phase of the Ideal Abiyogaya community engagement initiative by Ideal Motors, one of Sri Lanka’s leading automotive brands, concluded recently in Habarana with resounding success.

Ceylinco Life’s Family Savari 19 winners tour China

The winners of the grand prize of the 19th edition of Ceylinco Life’s flagship Family Savari mega promotion have returned from an immersive and memorable tour of Beijing, experiencing some of China’s most iconic landmarks and cultural highlights.

SLICGL continues long-term commitment to safer Sri Lankan roads

Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Ltd (SLICGL), in collaboration with Ran FM, successfully conducted a nationwide road safety awareness campaign recently in Borella, as part of National Road Safety Week 2026. The programme was aimed at educating drivers and pedestrians on the importance of responsible road behaviour and accident prevention.

National Bartenders Competition 2026 advances to semi-finals

The 31st National Bartenders Competition (NBC) 2026 has successfully concluded all six regional rounds, reaffirming its position as Sri Lanka’s premier platform for bartending excellence, professional development and hospitality industry advancement.

Nations Trust Bank-WNPS renew partnership

Nations Trust Bank (NTB) recently renewed its longstanding partnership with the Wildlife and Nature Protection Society (WNPS), continuing support of the organisation’s monthly public lecture series.

Calico Colors launches EV initiative and carbon-free vision

Calico Colors (Pvt.) Ltd, one of Sri Lanka’s leading apparel trim manufacturers serving globally renowned brands, has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable manufacturing by launching a comprehensive environmental initiative that includes the introduction of electric vehicles (EVs) for its workforce and an ambitious vision to achieve carbon-free manufacturing by 2030.

SIT named as SL’s only HPE Gold networking partner

Sumathi Information Technologies (Pvt.) Ltd (SIT), the technology arm and a subsidiary of Sumathi Holdings, has been named Sri Lanka’s only Gold Partner for networking by Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) for 2026,

NH Bentota Ceysands continues to elevate coastal hospitality under Anil Chavan’s leadership

Set between the tranquil waters of the Bentota River and the golden shores of the Indian Ocean, NH Bentota Ceysands Resort offers a distinctive coastal escape where relaxation, adventure and warm hospitality come together in a truly unique setting.

MAS Bodyline leads third consecutive Sri Pada clean-up initiative

Nearly 1,000 volunteers from MAS Bodyline and across MAS Holdings came together on May 31, at the end of Sri Pada pilgrimage season, to help clean the sacred trail.

HNB Life engages communities through Vesak season activities

As HNB Life enters a new chapter following its transition from HNB Assurance to HNB Life, the company continues to build on a proud 25-year legacy of protecting and empowering Sri Lankans.

Varun Beverages Lanka celebrates World Environment Day 2026

Varun Beverages Lanka (Pvt.) Ltd marked World Environment Day 2026 at Seelawimala Dhamma School, Pore Purana Sri Maha Viharaya, Athurugiriya, through a series of meaningful activities aimed at strengthening environmental awareness and promoting responsible plastic use among dhamma school students.

SLIIT, Most Loved Private Higher Education Brand in LMD Readers’ Choice Ranking

SLIIT secures the top-spot as the Most Loved Brand in the Higher Education (Private) Category in the LMD Readers’ Choice Most Loved Brands 2026 ranking, reaffirming its strong standing among Sri Lanka’s leading education brands.

Ocean Lanka continues rainforest restoration journey

Ten months ago, under the Cinnamon Rainforest Conservation Project, a reforestation initiative bordering the iconic Sinharaja Rainforest, Ocean Lanka (Pvt.) Ltd, Sri Lanka’s leading weft knitted fabric manufacturer, joined hands with the students of the Environmental Technology Society of the University of Colombo, Greenwood Growers and conservation partners to plant native saplings at Waddagala in Ratnapura.

Mixed sentiment persists as yields decline across board

The secondary market recorded strong activity and elevated trading volumes, with yields easing across the curve.

ASPI closes in red

The ASPI closed in red as a result of price losses in counters such as Sampath Bank, Hatton National Bank and R I L Property with the turnover crossing Rs. 1.8 Bn.

Sri Lanka’s demographic shift demands economic rethink: Insurance industry

Sri Lanka’s rapidly shifting demographics signal an urgent need to entirely rethink the country’s broader economic structures, mandatory retirement funds and insurance penetration strategies.

Weak overseas demand weighs on tea auction prices

The auction offerings increased further to 6.5 million kilogrammes (M/Kgs), marginally up from 6.4 M/Kgs on offer the previous week.

Sri Lanka promotes Colombo Port City as investment destination in Oman

The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Oman, together with the Colombo Port City Commission and CHEC Port City, organised a roadshow in Muscat to promote Colombo Port City as a key investment destination.

Arjun Jeger of DC Group named in Campaign Asia’s 40 Under 40

DC Group Co-Founder and Managing Partner Arjun Jeger has been named to Campaign Asia’s prestigious 40 Under 40 Class of 2026, recognising the emerging leaders shaping the future of marketing, media and communications across the Asia-Pacific region.

CSE invites public onto trading floor

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) will open its trading floor to the public later this month as part of a nationwide investor education drive, aimed at attracting new retail investors to Sri Lanka’s capital market amid a strong market rally over the past six years.

Delayed peace deal weighs on CSE as profit-taking pulls indices lower

The Colombo Stock Exchange ended Friday’s session in negative territory, reversing early gains as delays surrounding the formal signing of the peace agreement between the United States and Iran dampened investor sentiment. The market opened on a positive note, with the All Share Price Index (ASPI) climbing 46 points to its intraday high. However,

Iran war casts fresh shadow over Sri Lanka’s recovery

Sri Lanka’s fragile economic recovery faces renewed external headwinds after Fitch Ratings downgraded its outlook on a growing number of emerging market sectors, warning that the ongoing Iran conflict is

‘Two leaves and a bud’ becoming fiction as climate change hits tea: Dilmah Chief

The centuries-old standard that defines premium Ceylon Tea is at risk of becoming “a fiction” as climate extremes disrupt growing conditions across Sri Lanka’s tea lands, Dilmah Tea Chairman and Chief

Softlogic Life enters Bangladesh with US$ 1.9mn insurer acquisition

Softlogic Life Insurance PLC yesterday announced it has signed a share purchase agreement to acquire a 60 percent stake in Bangladesh-based Diamond Life Insurance Company Limited for approximately

Prime Residencies commences ‘THE GOLF’ luxury residences

Prime Residencies officially marked the commencement of construction on its latest ultra-luxury residential development, THE GOLF, with its groundbreaking ceremony held at the project site on Lake Drive,

Sri Lanka tourism secures four international awards at Seoul Travel Fair

Sri Lanka Tourism has strengthened its international profile after winning four awards at the 41st Seoul International Travel Fair (SITF 2026) in South Korea, underscoring the country’s efforts to expand its global

Middle East conflict puts global spotlight on Colombo Port, World Bank tells government

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has placed the Colombo Port under increased global attention, prompting the World Bank to urge the Sri Lankan government to exercise great care in its future

25 Thai delegates to attend SL-Thailand Business Council silver jubilee celebrations

Today marks a significant milestone in the history of Sri Lanka–-Thailand economic relations as the Sri Lanka-Thailand Business Council (SLTBC) celebrates its silver jubilee, commemorating 25 years of