Ceylon Tea production rose slightly in October, supported by the gains in the low-grown sector, although the overall output remained below 2023 levels, the data from Forbes & Walker Research showed on Thursday.

Similar to the previous day, the secondary market depicted mixed sentiment with moderate trading volumes, with the yield curve remaining steady.

Policybazaar.com, one of India’s largest insurance platforms, has announced the launch of its reinsurance operations in Sri Lanka, Qatar, Oman, and the UAE.

South Asia’s largest International Construction Equipment and Technology Trade Fair EXCON 2025 is scheduled to be held from 9th - 13th December at Bangalore International Exhibition Centre - BIEC in Bengaluru, India. It is expected to ho

Ernst & Young (EY) Sri Lanka successfully hosted its annual Post-Budget Discussion 2026 on November 7, at the Shangri-La Colombo, bringing together senior government officials, policymakers, and business leaders from across the country to analyse the

The Institute of Certified Management Accountants of Sri Lanka (CMA Sri Lanka) together with its Strategic Partner Colombo Stock Exchange hosted the 11th Annual CMA Excellence in Integrated Reporting Awards 2025 on November 17, at the Hotel Cinnamon

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Hirdaramani Apparel have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to launch the second phase of the collaborative Integrated Backyard Poultry and Market Development project, under UNDP

Sarvodaya Development Finance PLC (SDF) has sustained its trajectory of robust financial growth and purpose-driven performance during the first six months of the financial year 2025/26, reinforcing its position as one of Sri Lanka’s fastest-growing

Sri Lankan health authorities are currently in negotiation with the Treasury to reintroduce the sugar tax in a “phased-out manner”, a move pitched as a critical intervention to save the country’s crumbling public health infrastructure from an e

Evolution Auto announced the grand opening of its multi-brand electric vehicle (EV) showroom in Bambalapitiya. The showroom was designed to provide the customers with a premium, seamless experience while exploring and purchasing EVs.

Predictable, rules-based market engagement is essential for long-term investor confidence because it creates consistent signaling; investors can understand why yields move, which strengthens trust in the system. For a primary dealer, discipline means

Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC is making history as the first bank in the country to collaborate with Google and Visa, a global leader in digital payments, to enable Google Pay for its cardholders as part of the Google Wallet launch.

Pan Asia Banking Corporation PLC has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Hayleys Mobility Limited, the mobility arm of Hayleys Fentons Limited.

DFCC Bank’s 100th Financial Literacy Programme was marked at the bank’s Kurunegala Branch recently. For years, the Bank has been running sessions that teach budgeting, saving, and responsible remittance practices. The idea is simple: help Sri Lan

MTI Consulting has been recognized among the ‘Top Strategy Consulting Firms in Asia 2025’ by Consultancy Asia, the leading platform for industry news, analysis, and rankings across the Asia-Pacific region. Accenture, PwC and Palladium are among t

SriLankan Airlines has won the 2026 APEX Best In Food and Beverage Award for Central/Southern Asia, celebrating the vibrant medley of flavours that define its onboard menu, from international culinary delights to home-grown recipes that awaken every

Browns’ Battery & Tyres raced ahead of the competition at the SLIM National Sales Awards 2025 by securing several wins.

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has officially identified and declared 22 companies and mobile applications as prohibited pyramid schemes under Section 83(C) of the Banking Act No. 30 of 1988, as amended.

The Colombo Stock Exchange remained subdued on Tuesday (19th November 2025), with the ASPI closing in negative territory for the fifth consecutive session, recording a modest decline of 21.80 points (-0.09%) to 23,029.86. The S&P SL20 also retreated,

The Auditor General has issued a stinging critique of the Department of Animal Production and Health (DAPH), flagging over Rs. 200 million in public funds tied up in failed breeding projects and questionable equipment procurement, in a detailed repor

Sri Lanka is seeing a spurt in the economic activities across both manufacturing and services sectors in October 2025 on upcoming festive demand backed by solid macro-economic conditions and rising tourist arrivals.

LOLC Finance PLC said it will proceed with a Rs.15 billion debenture issue, following board approval for the fundraising programme announced in early September.

Sri Lanka’s premier gem and jewellery exhibition, FACETS Sri Lanka, has announced John Keells Properties as its official real estate partner for the 2026 showcase, launching a partnership built on a shared philosophy of “timeless legacies.”

Senkadagala Finance PLC has announced a rights issue to raise approximately Rs. 1.03 billion to support its projected business growth and expand its loan portfolio.

The ASPI closed in red as a result of price losses in counters such as Senkadagala Finance, Hatton National Bank and Richard Pieris & Company with the turnover crossing Rs. 4.4 bn.

The secondary market continued to exhibit mixed sentiment yesterday with moderate trading activity, while the overall yield curve remained largely stable.

In line with the government’s robust commitment towards digitalisation, the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) can conduct interviews and administrative tax reviews online to save time and be more cost effective, KPMG Sri Lanka Tax and Regulatory Part

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved an amendment to the Shop and Office Servants (Regulation of Service and Remuneration) Act, allowing women over 18 years of age working as food and beverage servers in commercial hotels and restaurants to be emplo

Heritance Kandalama has once again brought pride to Sri Lanka’s hospitality industry, being recognised on the world stage at the 2025 International Centre for Responsible Tourism (ICRT) Global Responsible Tourism Awards.

Sri Lanka Embassy in Belgium, which is also accredited to Luxembourg, hosted a ‘Country Seminar on Sri Lanka’ in collaboration with the Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce, on October 30, 2025.