Sri Lanka’s persistent shortfall in capital spending is emerging as a key constraint on growth, with structural weaknesses in financing and project execution continuing to undermine public investment, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) said in its As

Sri Lanka could face a significant economic downturn if the conflict in the Middle East persists and market forces are not allowed to operate freely, JB Securities Chief Executive Officer and Advocata Institute Chairperson Murtaza Jafferjee warned at

Mirror Business will not be published from Monday, April 13, 2026 to Saturday, April 18, 2026, due to the Sinhala and Tamil New Year holidays. The next edition will be on Monday, April 20, 2026.

Indices closed in green as a result of price gains in counters such as John Keells Holdings, Melstacorp and Dialog Axiata with the turnover crossing Rs. 5.0 Bn. High net worth and institutional investor participation was noted in John Keells Holdings

The secondary market saw a lacklustre session, as investor activity continued to taper off ahead of the upcoming long weekend and festive period.

In a significant commitment of support to efforts to modernise Sri Lanka’s public passenger transport system, Commercial Bank of Ceylon has partnered with NCG Express to introduce fully digital bus ticketing, enabling passengers to pay fares using

People’s Bank, which introduced the tradition of doing business with the bank, is bringing new meaning to the Sinhala and Tamil Avurudu ‘Ganu Denu’ customs, by making arrangements to offer gifts to all those who take part in traditional Avurudu

Three Sinha Industries (Pvt) Ltd has been honoured with the Product Award of Merit at Sri Lanka Institute of Architects (SLIA) Annual Sessions 2026, recognising the company’s excellence in locally manufactured construction products.

Hayleys Solar has successfully completed an 800kW rooftop installation for London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG), marking a significant milestone in the country’s corporate renewable energy landscape.

The Association of Public Finance Accountants of Sri Lanka (APFASL) successfully held its 14th Annual General Meeting (AGM) recently at the Auditorium of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka, with the participation of over 100 APFA and

Alumex PLC, Sri Lanka’s leading aluminium extrusion manufacturer, was proud to be the Official Material Sponsor for the event Unleashed 2026 – the launch of FALCON E1, a next-generation electric racing car designed and built entirely by students

Kedella Enterprises (Pvt.) Ltd, a leading construction company in Sri Lanka, secured two prestigious accolades at People’s Excellency Awards 2025, reaffirming its position as a trusted and innovative name in the country’s construction industry.

Evolution Auto, Sri Lanka’s largest electric vehicle portfolio provider, has successfully deployed a purpose-built electric vehicle (EV) fleet for Radisson Hotels Sri Lanka, marking a significant step forward in integrating sustainable mobility int

In celebration of International Women’s Day 2026, Pan Asia Bank rolled out a series of impactful initiatives focused on empowering women through financial literacy, reaching more than 1,000 women across Sri Lanka.

Liberty Lands & Developments (LLD) has acquired the remaining shares of Scope Cinemas, securing full ownership of the cinema chain as part of its broader group restructuring and long-term strategic direction.

Binance, the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, launched ChainCeylon 2026, a flagship education programme aimed at deepening blockchain literacy and promoting responsible crypto adoption across Sri Lankan universities.

The CAHM – 7 Star Junior Chef Competition, organised by the Colombo Academy of Hospitality Management (CAHM) with title sponsor Serendib Flour Mills, has successfully progressed to its semi-final stage, with 30 participants selected following the r

Sri Lanka’s recruitment sector marked a new milestone with the official launch of HotJobs, described as the country’s first AI driven recruitment platform, at Cinnamon Life, Cumulus Ballroom recently.

In commemoration of the International Women’s Day 2026, the Women in Leadership Employee Resource Group of Allianz Insurance Lanka Limited organised an insightful panel discussion themed ‘Give to Gain’.

HNB FINANCE celebrated International Women’s Day 2026, recognising and empowering women and their immense contribution to its workforce.

People’s Bank recently conducted the People’s Remittance – Kalin Avurudu Vaasi Draw 2026, rewarding 50 lucky winners with packs of essential goods worth Rs.25,000 each.

Haleon Lanka (Pvt.) Ltd, the makers of Sensodyne, conducted a successful series of impactful oral health initiatives islandwide in celebration of World Oral Health Day 2026.

The Routes We Take (TRWT) concluded its EUNIC Sri Lanka partnership phase at the end of 2025, marking the close of a multi-year collaboration while the project continues under the stewardship of Good Life X.

This Avurudu, Heritance Hotels & Resorts brings the season to life through a collection of stays, experiences, and gift giving, designed for spontaneous breaks and meaningful New Year getaways. Across its distinctive destinations, guests can step awa

As Sri Lanka continues to recover from the recent cyclone and widespread flooding, a meaningful example of corporate purpose in action has taken shape through the ‘Back to School Project 2026’.

McLarens Maritime Academy (MMA) held their Convocation of 2025 at BMICH. It was a well-attended event to recognize the achievements of future seafarers who successfully completed their training programs who are preparing to enter the global maritime

MendisOne announced the official launch of the Darshi&Rohitha Foundation, a dedicated organization under the MendisOne umbrella focused on development, social responsibility, and meaningful community impact.

The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with HSBC and LTL Holdings, facilitated the donation of 45 refurbished laptops to support university undergraduates whose education was disrupted by Cyclone Ditwah and the severe flooding that followed i

The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka) held its Sundowners evening at the Hettich Experience Centre on 19 March.

As Sri Lanka navigates a period of restricted mobility and controlled fuel usage, the need for accessible, efficient, and technology-enabled healthcare has become increasingly important.