Sri Lanka is moving up the electrical infrastructure value chain, with the Board of Investment (BOI) facilitating Blue Arc Manufacturing to establish the country’s first specialized containerised substation assembly operation aimed at global export

Amana Bank reported its strongest financial performance since inception, with profit before tax (PBT) rising 47percent to Rs. 4.1 billion in 2025, driven by robust financing growth and improved operational efficiency, the bank said.

Amidst a re-escalation of tensions in the Middle East, secondary market investors once again adopted a selling stance yesterday, despite subdued activity levels, resulting in only moderate volumes.

Indices closed in red as a result of price losses in counters such as Hatton National Bank, Melstacorp and Commercial Bank with the turnover crossing Rs. 3.2 bn.

Market leader Home Lands has officially begun the development of Canterbury Crest Resort Apartments, following the ceremonial groundbreaking and foundation stone laying.

CFA Society Sri Lanka’s Career Fest 2026, a flagship career initiative held in alignment with CFA Institute’s Global Career Month 2026 and marking the 25th anniversary of CFA Society Sri Lanka, takes place today from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at Co

DFCC Bank PLC has released its 13th integrated annual report for the financial year ended December 31, 2025, titled ‘A Defining Leap in Customer-Centric Banking’.

HNB Finance PLC has entered into a strategic partnership with Hayleys Mobility Limited to support the expansion of Sri Lanka’s new energy vehicle (NEV) market through accessible, practical and customer-focused financing solutions.

SLIC donated Rs.10 million to the Rebuild Sri Lanka Fund in support of the families affected by the recent Ditwah cyclone.

National Development Bank PLC (NDB) conducted its Analysts Earnings Call recently, following the release of the financial results and annual report for the full year ended December 31, 2025.

Janashakthi Life entered into a strategic partnership with People’s Bank through the signing of a memorandum of understanding, strengthening the bancassurance services in Sri Lanka.

My mind travels back to a turbulent time in the early 1990s. Universities were closed amidst a youth insurgency. I had just gained admission to read for a Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences at the University of Colombo.

A group of students from Cornell University, New York, USA, recently stepped beyond the classroom and into the world of apparel manufacturing through a visit to Brandix and its facilities across Sri Lanka in January.

Following her recognition in August 2025 as the first Sri Lankan to receive the prestigious Certification in Investment Migration, Sarrah Sammoon has now been appointed as Field Officer for Sri Lanka by Switzerland-based Investment Migration Council

Melsta Hospitals, a reputed healthcare provider serving the Colombo and Gampaha districts and a fully-owned subsidiary of Melstacorp PLC, has officially entered into a transformative partnership with the National Insurance Trust Fund (NITF), to provi

The Central Bank left its key policy rate, the Overnight Policy Rate, unchanged at 7.75 percent yesterday, at its second policy meeting for the year.

Asia Capital PLC has agreed to acquire a 22.13 percent stake in Wadduwa Resorts (Private) Limited, for Rs.75 million, paving the way for full ownership of the leisure property.

Sri Lanka is banking heavily on the Asian region, particularly China, to buffer a massive hit to the European tourist arrivals stemming from the ongoing geopolitical crisis in the Middle East.

​As Sri Lanka looks to integrated resorts to bolster its economic recovery and attract foreign customers, the international gaming experts caution that establishing a robust regulatory framework must precede revenue-focused taxation.

The tea exports declined marginally in February 2026, although the stronger rupee-denominated prices helped lift the earnings, according to the data compiled by Forbes & Walker Research.

Reaffirming the continued love, trust and unwavering support of the people of Sri Lanka, Commercial Bank of Ceylon has once again been voted the ‘People’s Private Banking Services Brand of the Year’, securing this coveted title for the fourth c

The secondary market yield curve showed mixed activity throughout the day.

Indices closed in green as a result of price gains in counters such as Commercial Bank, Hatton National Bank and Melstacorp with the turnover crossing Rs. 6.4 Bn. High net worth and institutional investor participation was noted in Melstacorp, Lanka

Prime Group’s YOLO has received the Board of Investment (BOI)-approved project status, recognising the development’s strong potential to drive economic development and attract foreign investment, delivering strong urban appeal.

Sampath Bank proudly celebrated International Women’s Day 2026 under the theme “Unstoppable Woman,” honoring the resilience, strength, and achievements of women-led SMEs. Hosted at the Cinnamon Grand Colombo, the event brought together over 100

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) and the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) jointly organised an awareness session recently, for auditors of companies which are currently on the CSE Watchlist.

As the ‘Punyakalaya’ approaches and the sound of the ‘koha’ fills the air, Cargills Bank is back with its promise of unprecedented savings, adding even more joy and financial flexibility to the Sinhala and Tamil New Year celebrations. True to

The removal of import cess with effect from April this year will harm local enterprises, as reduced prices of imported goods will flood the local market, the Opposition alleged.

Ceylinco Life has been voted the ‘Peoples Life Insurance Service Provider of the Year’ for an unprecedented 20th consecutive year at the SLIM Kantar Peoples Awards, achieving a milestone of two decades as Sri Lanka’s most popular life insurance

Virtusa Corporation, a global product and platform engineering services company, announced it has been named to the prestigious CDP Climate Change ‘A’ List 2025.