Sampath Bank partners with Dialog to introduce eZ Banking

In an effort to triple its customer touch points and add unparalleled levels of banking convenience to its valuable customers, Sampath Bank has taken a significant step in the Agent Banking Model by entering into an agreement with Sri Lanka’s largest mobile network operator Dialog Axiata PLC to introduce eZ Banking.

ComBank wins Oscar-equivalent ‘Bank of the Year’ award from ‘The Banker’- UK

The Commercial Bank of Ceylon has been crowned Sri Lanka’s ‘Bank of the Year’ by the ‘The Banker’ magazine of the UK, the Oscar equivalent of the banking fraternity.

People’s Bank’s 2021 Annual Report recognized at International SAFA Awards

People’s Bank has announced that its 2021 Annual Report garnered yet another honour at the recently concluded South Asian Federation of Accountants (SAFA) Annual Report Awards 2022, receiving Joint Bronze in the Public Sector Bank category.

HNB conducts capacity building workshops to boost financial literacy of SMEs

Celebrating a key milestone in its journey in supporting Small and Medium Enterprises, HNB PLC completed another round of capacity building workshops in partnership with PPOD Consultancies, a premium capacity building and consultancy firm in the country.

Deutsche Bank moves local office to One Galle Face Tower

Deutsche Bank AG has moved its Sri Lankan office to One Galle Face Tower (OGFT) marking a historic step in the bank’s journey in Sri Lanka.

Make a wish with DFCC Bank credit cards

A first for Sri Lanka, DFCC Bank launched the ‘Make a Wish’” campaign, a truly customer-centric initiative to allow customer wishes to be made known to the bank.

Standard Chartered CEO appointed SLBA Chairperson

Standard Chartered Sri Lanka Chief Executive Officer Bingumal Thewarathanthri was elected as the Chairperson of the Sri Lanka Banks’ Association (SLBA) with immediate effect, at a recently concluded meeting of the SLBA Board of Directors.

NDB Wealth Management to push for greater investment choices via ‘Ask NDB Wealth’ insights

NDB Wealth Management Ltd, the largest private sector fund management company in Sri Lanka with over Rs. 150 billion in assets under management, recently announced the launch of the ‘Ask NDB Wealth’ web-series.

LOLC Finance deposit base surpasses Rs.180bn

LOLC Finance PLC unlocked successes in many fronts while they stepped in to a new era, as the largest Non-Banking Financial Institution (NBFI) of the country in early 2022.

Remittances via Delma Exchange made easy with NDB-enhanced services in UAE

National Development Bank PLC (NDB) has made remittance transfers via Delma Exchange more convenient and hassle-free to Sri Lankans living in the UAE by appointing an NDB representative in Dubai to elicit this service.

People’s Bank’s Batticaloa branch moves to new location

People’s Bank Batticaloa Branch was ceremoniously declared opened by People’s Bank Chairman Sujeewa Rajapakse and Chief Executive Officer/General Manager Ranjith Kodituwakku at its new location recently.

DFCC Bank unveils seasonal offers for credit and debit cardholders

DFCC Bank cardholders are in for delightful treats and surprises thanks to a slew of generous offers launched by the bank in time for the festive season.

HNBF to host seasonal Christmas fair for customers

Reiterating the company’s dedication to uplift the wellbeing of, and support the financial success of its customers, HNB Finance Plc announced its Christmas fair for 2022, which is set to take place on December 16, 17 and 18 from 9:00 a.m. onwards, at St. Anne’s Church grounds, Wattala.

GroupM crowned as top Lankan agency across digital and media

GroupM, the leading media investment management firm with over 20 years of presence in Sri Lanka’s media industry bagged the most sought-after accolades at the Campaign’s Agency of the Year awards, 2022.

Baurs celebrates 125 years with night of glitter and grandeur

In view of celebrating its historic milestone of marking 125 years of progressive innovation and growth among diverse industry sectors in Sri Lanka, A. Baur & Co. (Pvt.) Ltd., also known as Baurs, held a grand cocktail party capturing the grandeur of its journey, showcasing its resilience and strong commitment throughout the decades and the ambitious and bold plans to take on the future.

Homelux expands KitchenAid portfolio in Sri Lanka

KitchenAid is a world-renowned supplier of premium kitchen appliances, its legacy hailing from the famous KitchenAid Stand Mixer.

ComBank launches maturity-based foreign currency investment plan

The Commercial Bank of Ceylon has announced the launch of a unique investment plan that enables Sri Lankans earning foreign currency to save fixed monthly amounts and enjoy attractive interest rates to build savings of US$ 10,000 upwards or the equivalent in three other currencies, in a relatively short period.

Fitch withdraws Sarvodaya Development Finance’s rating

Fitch Ratings has withdrawn Sarvodaya Development Finance PLC’s (SDF) National Long-Term Rating of ‘B+(lka)’. The rating was on Rating Watch Negative, which has not been resolved prior to the withdrawal.

Santa comes home with amazing gifts for kids this season

To make the Christmas season more joyful for the kids, just like every other year, NDB Bank is offering a range of attractive gifts for the deposits made to the NDB Shilpa Children’s Savings account, which provides a wide range of benefits for account holders who are 15 years and below.

Union Assurance deepens Bancassurance relationships with Pan Asia Bank

Union Assurance recently celebrated the business launch with its esteemed bancassurance partner, Pan Asia Bank, at Cinnamon Grand Colombo.

DFCC Bank wins at Sri Lanka’s premier capital market’s quiz challenge

Having fielded two teams for the 4th Edition of the CSE Mastermind Quiz – Sri Lanka’s premier capital markets quiz challenge, DFCC Bank’s A Team emerged as the winner in the Banking Category.

StanChart modernises and harmonises technology architecture

Standard Chartered Sri Lanka recently announced a key milestone achievement in its technological transformation journey with the implementation of “Project ATLAS” - a modernised core banking application in Cloud.

SLIC recognised as one of Sri Lanka’s Women-Friendly Workplaces for 2022

The national insurer, Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation (SLIC), was honoured with the recognition of being one of ‘Sri Lanka’s Women-Friendly Workplaces for 2022’ by The Women Friendly Workplace Awards Ceremony, jointly organized by AICPA, CIMA & Satyn.

Ceylinco Life continues green mission with new branch in Minuwangoda

Steadfast in its commitment to a greener environment, Ceylinco Life recently laid the foundation for its newest eco-friendly branch building in Minuwangoda, which will be the first of the company’s branches to adopt a new low-cost precast concrete technology.

ComBank named ‘Strongest Bank in Sri Lanka in 2022’ by Asian Banker

The Commercial Bank of Ceylon has been proclaimed the ‘Strongest Bank in Sri Lanka’ in 2022 by Asian Banker, a leading platform in the Banking and Financial Services industry.

NDB ranked 12th at Business Today Top 40; moves up by 9 ranks

National Development Bank PLC secured the 12th position at the Business Today top 40 corporates ranking published recently for 2021-2022. NDB impressively moved 9 ranks up from its previous ranking of 21 for 2020-2021.

HNB Finance reappoints Brahmanage Premalal to Director Board

HNB Finance PLC (HNBF) recently announced the reappointment of Brahmanage Premalal to the company’s Board of Directors as a Non-Independent, Non-Executive Director effective from November 29, 2022.

Vallibel Finance opens new branch in Ambalangoda

Vallibel Finance recently opened a new branch at Ambalangoda, thereby widening its geographic presence in the country. The new branch is situated in Wickramasuriya Road, Ambalangoda for enhanced customer convenience and easy access.

LOLC Al-Falaah wins multiple golds at Sri Lanka Islamic Banking and Financial Institution Awards

LOLC Al-Falaah was felicitated with two prominent awards within the Islamic Banking and Finance services sector in Sri Lanka, at the 11th edition of the SLIBFI (Sri Lanka Islamic Banking and Financial Institution) awards.

UB Finance introduces ‘31 for 31’ FD to mark 10-year partnership with parent company

UB Finance Co. Ltd. celebrates 10 years of partnership with its parent company Union Bank of Colombo PLC in 2022.