Inflation accelerated for a third consecutive month in May, reaching the Central Bank’s medium-term target range, as the rising food prices combined with the persistent increases in the energy-related and service sector costs.

The Port of Colombo recorded significant growth in container transhipment volumes in April 2026, building upon its record-breaking performance in the previous year.

Sri Lanka and Thailand are pushing for deeper economic integration, with officials from both nations urging their respective private sectors to bridge the gap of unfamiliarity to build trust and unlock the full potential of bilateral trade and invest

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) country team is scheduled to visit Sri Lanka from June 24 to 30 for a formal staff visit to review the nation’s ongoing economic reform programme and assess the implementation of critical structural reforms.

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) announced that ACL Cables PLC, CIC Holdings PLC, and Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC’s non-voting shares are the three new entrants to the S&P Sri Lanka 20 index, following the mid-year rebalance conducted by S&P Dow

FitsAir officially commenced direct operations between Colombo and Ahmedabad on June 19, 2026, becoming the only airline to offer non-stop flights between the two cities.

C.W. Mackie PLC announced the appointment of Mangala Perera to the position of Group Chief Executive Officer (Group CEO).

Hela Apparel Holdings PLC faces a trading suspension of its shares after the Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) rejected its request to defer the regulatory action.

The University of West London (UWL) formally opened the University of West London Sri Lanka Branch Campus, the country’s first full UK university branch campus, marking a landmark development in Sri Lanka’s higher education sector.

Abans opened Sri Lanka’s first-ever Exclusive Xiaomi Store, giving the customers access to Xiaomi’s full range of smart products in one place.

Softlogic Life Insurance PLC convened its Investor Forum 2026, under the theme ‘Big Moves, Big Impact’, bringing together Sri Lanka’s investment community to present its performance, strategic priorities and growth outlook.

Singer Sri Lanka PLC has marked a significant milestone in its partnership with global technology brand Honor with the opening of the first Honor Experience Store in Sri Lanka, located at the One Galle Face (OGF) Mall.

Abans Finance PLC has reported another year of exceptional financial performance for the year ended March 31, 2026, reinforcing its position as one of Sri Lanka’s fastest-growing non-banking financial institutions.

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, Colombo 8.

Mahindra Ideal Finance PLC (MIFL) inaugurated its 38th branch in Kohuwela at a ceremony attended by High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka Santosh Jha, MIFL Chairman Thilan Wijesinghe and MIFL Managing Director and CEO Mufaddal Choonia.

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.

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 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.

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.

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 educati

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 advancemen

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 (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 int

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,

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.

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.

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 (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 respo

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.

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 o