Varun Beverages Lanka (Pvt) Ltd has forged strategic alliances with Cleantech Pvt Ltd Recyclers and Neptune Recyclers to strengthen Sri Lanka’s PET plastic recycling ecosystem and advance large-scale circularity across the country.

Evolution Auto reaffirmed its position at the forefront of the country’s electric vehicle (EV) transition, announcing that it is fully geared for 2026 with the widest and most diverse electric vehicle portfolio available in the Sri Lankan market.

HNB PLC has launched ‘Nana Savi Mehewara’, a nationwide initiative to support the educational needs of children affected by Cyclone Ditwah.

The 26th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Sri Lanka–Germany Business Council (SLGBC) took place at Hilton Colombo Residences recently.

Megakem Engineering (Pvt) Ltd., a subsidiary of Wardena Venture Holdings, recently unveiled ‘Megaproof Hi-Build’, a new high-build elastomeric waterproofing coating, at a formal launch event held at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Confere

Becomes first bank in Sri Lanka to secure post-crisis multilateral debt funding through IFC

Sets up growth roadmap with long-term capital from Norfund and OP Finnfund Global Impact Fund I Sri Lanka’s top-notch insurer Softlogic Life Insurance PLC has secured a US $ 15 million landmark five-year Tier 2 loan facility from Norfund and OP Fin

Condominium developer Fairway Holdings celebrated the launch of its 7th apartment project, Fairway Latitude, on January 20 at Cinnamon Life.

Real estate developer Home Lands has always believed that its greatest strength lies in its people. The dedication, passion, and commitment of the Home Lands team are what drive the company forward, and this year too, the organization celebrated thos

HNB Assurance PLC was recognized among Sri Lanka’s Best 20 Workplaces for Women 2025 by Great Place to Work Sri Lanka, for the company’s long-standing commitment to fostering an empowering workplace for women. Over the years, HNB Assurance has in

At a time when predictable income and financial security are critical for retirees, Richard Pieris Finance Limited has enhanced its senior citizen fixed deposit offering with a strong emphasis on monthly interest payouts, enabling depositors to recei

Vonlan Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, Yatiyantota, has been awarded the Gold Award in the CIB Category at the Presidential Environmental Awards Ceremony organised by the Central Environmental Authority of Sri Lanka.

Indra Traders recently introduced a special program titled ‘Athwela’ in collaboration with the Bank of Ceylon (BOC). The program was designed with a primary focus on customer convenience, aiming to provide essential support by simplifying the fin

Sri Lanka is likely to see its sovereign rating outlook upgraded from ‘Stable’ to ‘Positive’ later this year, setting the stage for a potential full credit rating upgrade in 2027 as the island nation continues to outperform key fiscal and deb

Sri Lanka’s unit trust industry ended 2025 on a strong note, with assets under management (AUM) rising 7.8 percent year-on-year to Rs. 587 billion, according to the Unit Trust Association of Sri Lanka (UTASL).

Sri Lanka has been presented with a fresh opportunity to access global support for climate-related loss and damage, as the newly operational Loss and Damage Fund opened its first call for funding, creating a formal pathway for vulnerable countries fa

Mirror Business Senior Journalist Nishel Fernando last evening won the Business and Finance Journalist of the Year – 2024 (English) award at the Journalism Awards for Excellence, the industry’s flagship annual awards organised by the Editors’ G

The ASPI edged down as a result of price losses in counters such as Senkadagala Finance, John Keells Holdings and Bukit Darah with the turnover crossing Rs. 5.1 Bn. Meanwhile, the S&P SL20 edged up.

The secondary market saw some buying interest amid moderate volumes, with trades executing from mid-to-long-term maturities. The yields held steady across all the tenors.

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) ushered in a new era of leadership with the formal induction of Tishan Subasinghe as its 28th President.

HNB PLC announced its partnership with MarxPay and LankaPay to introduce Pay by Bank Account feature via JustPay Web, enabling customers to make online payments directly from their bank accounts, instead of using credit or debit cards.

ITC Ratnadipa announced that it has been awarded the coveted 5-Star Classification Certificate by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA), reaffirming its commitment to delivering world-class hospitality and sustainable luxury.

Mercantile Investments & Finance PLC, one of Sri Lanka’s most trusted non‑bank financial institutions with a legacy of over 60 years, expanded its footprint to 90 branches by December, reiterating a commitment to accessibility, customer convenien

The Rise with SHAPE Asia campaign, a regional advocacy initiative by SHAPE Asia and the Institute of Policy Studies (IPS) of Sri Lanka, was launched recently in Colombo, with the support of the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) of Cana

The Institute of Certified Management Accountants of Sri Lanka (CMA Sri Lanka) will host an Integrated Reporting and Sustainability Accounting Standards Workshop, under the distinguished patronage of International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) Pre

DFCC Bank, through its women-focused proposition DFCC Aloka, continued its long-standing support for women-led entrepreneurship by partnering with the Women’s Chamber of Industry and Commerce (WCIC) as Diamond Sponsor and Official Banking Partner o

Tokyo Super Cement, flagship brand of the Tokyo Cement Group, has been awarded the coveted Superbrands status for 2025 in recognition of its outstanding commitment to quality, innovation and performance excellence.

Sampath Bank PLC continues to further its role as a catalyst for inclusive economic growth with the 200 Women Startups Development Programme, which was launched under its flagship Sampath Saviya Entrepreneurship Development Programme.

First Capital Holdings PLC, a subsidiary of JXG (Janashakthi Group) and a pioneering full-service investment institution, has been recognised for its excellence in integrated reporting at CMA Excellence in Integrated Reporting Awards 2025.

The Colombo Stock Exchange closed the session on a mixed note, with the ASPI edging lower while the S&P SL20 posted marginal gains, highlighting the lack of a clear market direction.