CBSL Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe took centre stage at the AFI Global Financial Inclusion Policy Forum in Namibia, sharing Sri Lanka’s roadmap for digital inclusion and inclusive growth.

Sri Lanka and the World Bank Group on Monday announced a US$ 100 million partnership to strengthen rural livelihoods, increase agricultural productivity, and build climate resilience in the country’s agri-food sector, the Treasury said.

The government expects to launch its long-delayed global tourism promotion campaign, complete with a new brand identity, early next year, according to a top Tourism Ministry official.

The Tourism Ministry yesterday launched a National Consultation Workshop to develop the Tourism Strategic Plan 2026–2030, bringing together representatives from all 9 provinces and 25 districts.

The ASPI closed in red as a result of price losses in counters such as Ceylon Tobacco Company, John Keells Holdings and Sampath Bank with the turnover crossing Rs. 9.0 bn.

The secondary market witnessed yet another day of limited activity yesterday, with thin volumes being traded amidst mixed sentiment among participants.

Sri Lanka’s banking sector has emerged from one of its darkest periods, scarred but standing. The near-collapse that once loomed large has given way to a fragile recovery, yet the industry now finds itself at a defining juncture. Debt restructuring

The Central Bank inaugurates Financial Literacy Month today, signifying a pivotal milestone in the nation’s progressive journey toward financial inclusion.

As part of its ongoing commitment to curating world-class lifestyle experiences, City of Dreams Sri Lanka is set to host Signature Glam, a two-day celebration of celebrity elegance, with Bollywood’s iconic Arjun Rampal headlining the weekend.

A landmark publication on competition law in Sri Lanka was launched on September 4, 2025, for the first time in the country’s legal literature.

Domino’s Sri Lanka has been awarded the prestigious Golden Franny Award for Overall Performance, making Sri Lanka the first market in South Asia to receive this global recognition from Domino’s International.

Hayleys Fentons Limited and Hayleys Electronics Limited have secured the Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) Tier I status, officially awarded by Sri Lanka Customs recently.

MAS Holdings recently hosted a delegation from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) at MAS Fabric Park in Thulhiriya as part of the ADB’s efforts to support the private sector through meaningful partnerships and investment.

Dialog Television, Sri Lanka’s #1 Pay-TV service provider, invites corporate advertisers to leverage one of the country’s most powerful media platforms, trusted by over 1.7 million households and more than 90% of Sri Lanka’s corporate sector.

In a strategic move to attract the growing Polish tourism market, the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB) has partnered with The Barn House Sri Lanka to introduce ‘Whispers of Ceylon’, a novel wedding and engagement offering.

Arpico Insurance PLC, the dynamic insurance subsidiary of the celebrated Richard Pieris Group, recently announced the launch of its groundbreaking new offering: Arpico Smart Investment Plan.

Omega Line has been recognised on one of Asia’s most competitive stages, winning the prestigious Asia Best Employer Brand Award at the 20th Employer Branding Awards, held recently at Pan Pacific, Singapore.

The Voyage Sri Lanka 2025 international marine summit, organised by the Sri Lanka Export Development Board, will unfold on October 16, 2025, at The Kingsbury Hotel, Colombo and the early bird registration deadline is extended, offering a 10 percent d

In celebration of a 20-year-long journey of changing lives through comprehensive financial solutions and awareness, Siyapatha Finance PLC successfully concluded its nationwide financial literacy programme with a goal of connecting with and promoting

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) held a special felicitation ceremony in honour of Inland Revenue Department Commissioner General R.P.H. Fernando, in continuing a long-standing tradition.

Sri Lanka’s tourism industry continues its resurgence into September, posting a 28.2 percent year-over-year growth in the first week of the month, overwhelmingly credited to a sustained surge in arrivals from neighbouring India. For the first seve

Credit to Sri Lanka’s private sector continued its strong momentum in July, with the licensed commercial banks extending over Rs.200 billion for a second consecutive month, marking 2025 as a year of record growth in private sector lending.

Browns Investments PLC yesterday disclosed that its subsidiary Browns Ari Resort (Private) Limited has signed a sale and purchase agreement to sell the assets and business of Barcelé Whale Lagoon Maldives Resort to ASB Hotel Properties Maldives Priv

State-owned Regional Development Bank (RDB) reported a record profit in the first half of 2025, supported by a strong lending and deposit growth, marking a milestone in its 40-year history.

LOLC Finance PLC announced a significant move to raise fresh capital through a listed debenture issue of up to Rs.20 billion.

Nawaloka Hospitals PLC has concluded a crucial debt settlement with Hatton National Bank PLC (HNB), resolving the outstanding loan facilities and positioning the healthcare giant for a new phase of growth driven by technological innovation and servic

Long-standing co-founder and Deputy Chairman U.K. Thilak De Silva has stepped down from the boards of LAUGFS Gas PLC and LAUGFS Power PLC, following the sale of his 39.58 percent stake in parent company LAUGFS Holdings Ltd.

The ASPI closed in red as a result of price losses in counters such as Ceylinco Holdings, John Keells

The secondary market began the week on a quiet note, characterised by subdued trading volumes and minimal investor participation.

Economist Deshal De Mel has been appointed to the Board of Directors of Capital Alliance PLC as an Independent, Non-Executive Director, effective September 4, 2025.