Dialog Enterprise has partnered with HNB Investment Bank (HNBIB), encompassing HNB Stockbrokers, HNB Securities and its corporate finance arm, to deploy a comprehensive suite of ICT infrastructure solutions.

The Women’s Chamber of Industry and Commerce (WCIC) screened 20 women-owned small and medium enterprises (WSMEs) to benefit from the Rotary Hope on Wheels project.

Hayleys Electronics Limited (HEL), part of the projects and engineering sector of Hayleys PLC and a pioneer in engineering accessories and services in Sri Lanka for over 90 years, has unveiled a purpose-built flagship centre at No. 311, High Level Ro

Nawaloka College of Higher Studies (NCHS) invites students and parents to its Open Day on Saturday, August 2, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at both the Colombo and Kandy campuses.

As Sri Lanka’s food and beverage sector faces growing pressure from the rising operational costs and labour shortages, Badagini enters the market with a scalable, tech-driven solution designed to address both front-of-house inefficiencies and evolv

The global business networking platform Network In Action (NIA) officially launched its Sri Lanka chapter at an exclusive event held at Cinnamon Grand, Colombo.

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) is mounting a significant drive to encourage more small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to list on the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), positioning the capital market as a crucial engine for

Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC has announced plans to raise up to Rs.15 billion for lending to sustainability-linked projects via a green bond approved in principle by the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) for public listing. The green bond issue opening o

Sri Lanka’s export economy packed a punch in the first half of 2025, crossing the US $ 8.3 billion mark for the first time in three years, as a surge in services and agri-based shipments helped offset the sectoral drag.

The Central Bank will hold a two-day event at the Dambulla Dedicated Economic Centre next week, as part of its nationwide campaign to promote digital payments and accelerate financial inclusion across the country.

Sri Lanka has been recognised among the first jurisdictions in the world and in South Asia to join the global drive to adopt the IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards (ISSB Standards).

Indices closed in green as a result of price gains in counters such as Royal Ceramics, Melstacorp and Hemas Holdings with the turnover crossing Rs. 6.1 Bn.

The secondary market yield curve saw very limited activity with thin trading volumes, resulting in the yield curve remaining broadly unchanged.

The Asia International Digital Economy & AI in Finance Summit 2025 — featuring the Asian Digital Finance Forum & Awards — will convene global leaders on October 23 at Port City Colombo to shape the future of inclusive, AI-driven financial systems

Sri Lanka should explore other trade opportunities while giving importance to negotiating with the USA for a tariff reduction, an India-based industrialist said.

Delivering on the evolving needs and expectations of its growing customer base, Cargills Bank has introduced its new ‘Kotipathi’ Investment Savings Account.

Continental Insurance Lanka Limited announced the appointment of two professionals, Dr. Naomal Balasuriya and Dr. K. Thiyagarajah Iraivan, to its Board of Directors, effective 23rd April 2025.

First Capital Holdings PLC recently concluded its highly anticipated Mid-Year Outlook Investor Forum 2025. Held on July 17th, the virtual forum recorded over 900 registrations. This overwhelming response underscores the growing need for timely, expe

Aligned with the mandate of Sri Lanka Convention Bureau (SLCB), the much-anticipated SL-MICE Expo 2025 is set to take place in Colombo from September 22–26.

‘Gourmet Galle’, the island’s signature food festival, is set to return from 26 January to 1 February 2026 with a fresh and immersive format. Against the stunning backdrop of Sri Lanka’s southern coast, this week-long celebration promises to

D Tech (Pvt) Ltd, a subsidiary of DSI Samson Group announced the launch of ‘Zynolo People’, a next-generation Human Resource Management (HRM) solution that redefines how businesses manage their workforce. Purpose-built to simplify HR operations

Premier Partners Institute of Management (PPIM) has achieved a significant milestone in its pursuit of academic and professional excellence by being officially recognised as an ACCA Approved Employer. This accolade reflects PPIM’s ongoing commitmen

Virtusa Corporation, a global provider of digital strategy, engineering, and IT services and solutions, announced that it has been named a finalist in The Top 50 Consulting Firms of 2025 list by The Consulting Report, ranking 8th – an impressive ri

The Great Place To Work For All Summit 2025 concluded successfully after three transformative days of learning, connection, and purpose-driven leadership.

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) began the week on a positive footing, with the All Share Price Index (ASPI) climbing nearly 122 points in early trading. While the market experienced a slight loss in momentum as the session progressed, it managed to

Cleantech last week launched Re-circle, an innovative plastic recycling initiative aimed at combating plastic pollution through a self-sustained market-based system. The programme brought together recyclers, manufacturers, and policymakers to drive c

Sri Lanka’s tourism sector is facing a significant slowdown in arrival growth for the second consecutive month, with July figures indicating a sharp drop in momentum.

Sri Lanka’s Non-Banking Financial Institutions (NBFI) sector is calling for a clear regulatory framework and strategic direction from the Central Bank (CB) to navigate the burgeoning fields of financial technology (fintech) including cryptocurrency

Hong Kong-based AFC Asia Frontier Fund has identified Sri Lanka as one of its top country picks for the next two to five years, citing a powerful combination of political stability, a robust economic recovery, and attractive market valuations.

Central Bank’s decision last week to hold policy rates steady is expected to favour equities, according to Capital Trust Research.