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.

LB Finance PLC partnered with the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) at the two-day PayDigital Kurunegala Campaign held on 20th and 21st February 2026, promoting the adoption of secure and convenient digital payment solutions.

The Sri Lanka Association for Software and Services Companies (SLASSCOM) is set to host its flagship Women in Tech Conference bringing together an exceptional lineup of global visionaries and local trailblazers to explore the evolving role of women i

Berendina Micro Investments Company Limited (BMIC) and Berendina Development Services (Guarantee) Limited (BDS) have both secured Bronze Awards at the CA Sri Lanka TAGS Awards 2025, adding to a growing list of recognitions for the organization’s in

LOLC Holdings PLC has once again been crowned People’s Financial Services Brand of the Year at the SLIM Kantar People’s Choice Awards 2026, achieving a historic milestone by securing the title for the tenth consecutive year.

Dialog Television, Sri Lanka’s #1 Pay-TV service provider, has announced the latest upgrade to its smart entertainment lineup with the Dialog Play Mini, featuring seamless access to global streaming platforms including Netflix, Apple TV and YouTube

With a crucial field visit scheduled for next week, the Sri Lankan government is advancing discussions with major Gulf carriers to utilise Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (MRIA) as an alternative transit hub amid escalating geopolitical tensi

Visiting ADB President Kanda commends govt.’s handling of economic stability amid domestic recovery challenges and broader external uncertainty, including geopolitical tensions in the Middle East

Janashakthi Group’s holding company JXG yesterday announced a Rs. 5 billion Initial Public Offering (IPO), marking a decisive push to scale its financial services platform across Sri Lanka and selected overseas markets, while reshaping its capital

Sri Lanka’s national payment network LankaPay officially launched cross-border QR payment acceptance via China’s Weixin Pay, widely known as WeChat Pay, at an event held in Colombo yesterday.

Mahindra Ideal Finance Limited (MIFL) has announced the successful conclusion of its debut Rs. 1 billion debenture issue, which was oversubscribed on the first day of opening, marking a significant capital market milestone for one of Sri Lanka’s fa

The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is continuing to strengthen Sri Lanka’s sustainable finance ecosystem through technical support to financial institutions issuing thematic bonds.

Sri Lanka’s plantation industry has warned that a proposed electricity tariff increase could erode export competitiveness and strain already elevated production costs, urging regulators to adopt a more targeted and sustainable pricing framework.

Indices closed in green as a result of price gains in counters such as Commercial Bank, Sampath Bank and John Keells Holdings with the turnover crossing Rs. 4.2 bn. High net worth and institutional investor participation was noted in John Keells Hold