Emirates said yesterday it is operating a reduced flight schedule until further notice following the partial reopening of regional airspace, as the airline cautiously resumes services while monitoring safety and

​The recent memorandum of cooperation signed between the People’s Bank of China and the Central Bank of Sri Lanka to establish a renminbi (RMB) clearing arrangement is set to significantly reduce transaction

Cements its status as Sri Lanka’s integrated marketing effectiveness leader. M One Group has emerged as one of the biggest winners at the 2025 Effie Awards, securing a total of 22 recognitions across multiple

In a significant step towards enhancing digital convenience in the education sector, LB CIM, the flagship digital payments platform powered by LB Finance PLC, has officially partnered with Sri Lanka Institute of

The sentiment, expressed by entertainment icon and entrepreneur Santhush Weeraman cuts to the heart of a paradox in Sri Lanka’s hospitality sector. Weeraman, who has spent decades in the ‘experience

In celebration of International Women’s Day 2026, Commercial Bank of Ceylon reaffirmed its steadfast commitment to advancing women’s economic empowerment across

Rating Agency (LRA) has upgraded the Entity Rating of Capital Alliance PLC (CALT) to ‘A+’, from ‘A’, with a Stable Outlook, reflecting the company’s robust capitalisation, strong market position as a leading non-

JAT Holdings PLC has completed the second phase of the expansion of its binder manufacturing plant in Sri Lanka.

JXG (Janashakthi Group) reported a solid performance for the nine months ended December 31, 2025 (3Q FY26), with consolidated group net profit after tax rising to Rs.3.2 billion, surpassing Rs.2.9 billion

Indices closed in green as a result of price gains in counters such as John Keells Holdings, DFCC Bank and National Development Bank with the turnover crossing Rs. 5.6 bn.

The secondary market yesterday witnessed limited activity with thin to moderate trading volumes.

MullenLowe Group, Sri Lanka’s largest Brand Communications Company, once again reinforces its authority in creative effectiveness by retaining its position as Effie Agency of the Year for 2025, marking its

SriLankan Airlines will operate an additional flight between Colombo and London on March 8 to accommodate passengers affected by recent flight disruptions linked to the ongoing situation in the Middle

Sweden’s Ericsson has signed an agreement with Dialog Axiata PLC to deploy a 5G Radio Access Network (RAN) as part of the operator’s next phase of nationwide 5G expansion.

Sri Lanka’s tourism sector recorded a massive milestone in February 2026, welcoming 279,328 international visitors during the month. The figure marks a solid 16.2 percent year-on-year growth, compared to the 240,217 arrivals registered in February

Sri Lanka’s corporate sector faces a patchwork of opportunities and risks as the March 2026 conflict in Iran sends shockwaves through global energy markets, shipping routes and domestic financial flows, according to First Capital Research.

Sri Lanka’s national payment network LankaPay announced the eighth edition of the LankaPay Technnovation Awards, positioning the 2026 event around the theme of ‘Inclusive FinTech’, as the country deepens its push toward digital financial servic

The secondary market saw limited activity and thin trading volumes. Moreover, some selling pressure was visible at the short-end of the curve. The PDMO conducted the weekly T-bill auction, at which the weighted average yields broadly stayed steady,

The ASPI closed in green as a result of price gains in counters such as Sampath Bank, Commercial Bank and C T Holdings with the turnover crossing Rs. 4.6 Bn. A similar behaviour was witnessed in the S&P SL20. High net worth and institutional investor

Ceylinco Life has recorded its 22nd consecutive year of market leadership in Sri Lanka’s life insurance industry, posting gross written premium income of Rs. 44.18 billion for the year ending 31st December 2025, achieving strong growth of 18.96 per

LankaPay - operator of Sri Lanka’s national payment network has once again demonstrated excellence in corporate reporting by securing the coveted Gold Award under the SME Category at the CA Sri Lanka TAGS Awards 2025, organized by the Institute of

Commercial Bank has been named the Gold Award winner in the Banking Category and the Overall Runner-Up across all categories at the ACCA Sri Lanka Sustainability Reporting Awards 2025.

RDB Bank has announced the appointment of two new directors.

WindForce PLC announced the appointment of Sanjay Kulatunga as an Independent, Non-Executive Director to its Board with effect from 03rd March 2026, following the resignation of Dilshan Hettiaratchi.

Seylan Bank PLC has introduced an Online Interest and Part Payment Facility for Seylan Gold Loans and Pawning, allowing customers to conveniently settle interest expenses and make part expenditures digitally, anytime and anywhere.

Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Ltd. (SLICGL) has launched ‘Adventure Plus’ personal accident cover designed exclusively for tourists visiting Sri Lanka.

Hambantota International Port (HIP) welcomed the cruise vessel AIDAdiva on February 12, marking the ship’s first call at the southern port and the second visit by AIDA Cruises to Hambantota.

The UN Global Compact Network Sri Lanka (Network Sri Lanka) recently convened business leaders at Barefoot Garden Café for its 2026 Social Sustainability Programme Kick-Off, delivered in collaboration with Good Life X.

Shangri-La Hambantota announced that the resort has achieved Halal-Friendly Certification by the Trace & Able (Private) Limited — only entity in Sri Lanka certifying and conducting professional compliance audits for Halal standards in the Hospitali

Sri Lanka’s national tea auction average declined in February 2026, weighed down by the weaker medium and low grown prices, despite a resilient performance in the high grown category.