Sri Lanka’s construction industry must move decisively from “survival mode” to “growth mode” and reposition itself as a core driver of the national economy rather than a purely domestic service sector, the newly appointed President of the C

The Insurance Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (IRCSL) has once again extended the suspension of the registration granted to Sanasa Life Insurance Company PLC to carry on long-term insurance business.

The ASPI closed in green as a result of price gains in counters such as Colombo Dockyard, Teejay Lanka and Ceylon Tobacco Company with the turnover crossing Rs. 8.2 bn.

Monday’s buying interest persisted through yesterday’s trading session while trading activity and overall volumes showed a marked improvement.

The National Institute of Business Management (NIBM), one of Sri Lanka’s premier state higher education institutions, has entered into a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Codegen International to expand technological education for ch

For three decades, Pan Asia Bank has steadily grown into one of Sri Lanka’s most trusted and loved financial institutions, building lasting relationships with customers across the nation through its expanding network of branches and digital banking

Union Assurance hosted Momentum 2026 at Cinnamon Grand Colombo, bringing together its high performing advisers and leaders.

The Sri Lanka-Maldives Business Council (SLMLBC), operating under the aegis of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, recently handed over a selection of essential medical equipment to the Divisional Hospital, Anavilundawa, as part of its ongoing corporate

Lanka IOC PLC successfully concluded its three-month consumer promotion titled ‘Win with Servo’, conducted exclusively for the end users of Servo 4T Xtra motorbike lubricant. The promotion commenced on October 15, 2025 and concluded on January 1

Swisstek Aluminium officially opened its new Design Studio at 118A, Nawala Road, Narahenpita, Colombo 05, further strengthening its position as the leading aluminium solutions provider in Sri Lanka.

Pan Asia Banking Corporation PLC (PABC) has announced that the Governing Board of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has formally cancelled its primary dealer licence, effective from October 23, 2025.

Ceylinco Life, Sri Lanka’s life insurance market leader, has concluded the grand draw of the 19th edition of its iconic Family Savari mega promotion, selecting hundreds of winning families for unforgettable overseas holidays and local leisure exper

The Guiding Leadership and Outreach (GLO) programme, a youth leadership initiative launched in 2024 through a collaboration between the Association of HR Professionals (AHRP) and Global Learning Labs, continues to build momentum as it works toward em

AIA Insurance Lanka recently executed the next phase of its community relief programme ‘AIA Divimagata Piyapath, Senehase Gamana’, mobilising a nationwide effort to provide essential school supplies and stationery for the new academic year to chi

Advice Lab, a leading provider of financial services BPO solutions to the Australian market, announced the opening of its new 13,000+ square‑foot office in Colombo, one of the most modern and dynamic workspaces in Sri Lanka.

David Pieris Logistics (Private) Limited (formerly D P Logistics (Pvt.) Limited), the logistics arm of David Pieris Group of Companies, officially inaugurated Jaffna’s first-ever purpose-built, multi-user logistics facility, marking a significant m

First Capital Holdings PLC continues to strengthen its commitment to building a financially empowered nation.

The Finance Ministry has confirmed it will honour its agreement with the Indian company supplying the security stickers for the liquor bottles until January 2027, despite the repeated concerns raised by the Committee on Public Accounts (COPA) regardi

Commercial Bank announced plans to raise up to Rs.10 billion, with an option to increase the issue to Rs.20 billion, through the issuance of Basel II-compliant Tier 2 listed rated unsecured subordinated redeemable debentures, subject to regulatory an

Sri Lanka’s steadily declining tax-to-GDP ratio is the heart of a much deeper problem in the country, former Indian Chief Economic Advisor Dr. Arvind Subramanian stated at a recent public lecture organised by the Central Bank. Looking at the data

Commercial Bank yesterday said its board has resolved to establish an employee share option plan (ESOP) for the 2026-2028 period, under which the employees could be granted options over up to 46.2 million ordinary voting shares.

Galle Face Capital Partners PLC disclosed it has resolved to subdivide its issued ordinary shares on a one-for-four basis.

Ceylon Land & Equity PLC disclosed that its board approved a rights issue to raise about Rs.4.3 billion, as the property and investment firm looks to pare short-term debt and fund new investments.

The ASPI closed in red as a result of price losses in counters such as Ceylinco Holdings, Colombo Dockyard and Melstacorp with the turnover crossing Rs. 5.1 Bn. A similar behaviour was witnessed in the S&P SL20. High net worth and institutional inves

The week started with slight buying interest towards the short-tenure maturities in the secondary market, although it witnessed thin volumes and limited activities.

Hayleys Agriculture Holdings Limited reaffirmed its commitment to transforming the Sri Lankan agriculture industry at the Jaffna International Trade Fair 2026, which was held from 23rd to 25th January at the Muttraweli Grounds in Jaffna.

CIPM Sri Lanka successfully concluded one of its flagship events, the CIPM Great HR Quiz 2026, on 28th January at the Monarch Imperial, Kotte, with enthusiastic participation from the HR fraternity representing leading private and public sector organ

AA Japan (Private) Limited has opened its first office in Sri Lanka in January, bringing three decades of experience in the Japanese used vehicle export business directly to the Sri Lankan market.

The Sri Lanka Chamber of Garment Exporters (SLCGE) held its 28th Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Colombo, marking a significant leadership transition and signalling a renewed policy-driven focus on enhancing the competitiveness of Sri Lanka’s small

AIA Insurance Lanka served as the Platinum Partner of theWomen’s Chamber of Industry and Commerce (WCIC) Prathibhabhisheka Women Entrepreneur Awards 2025 for the fourth year.