Risk management in banks – A collaborative function

The digital transformation in the banking system in Sri Lanka is fast making inroads to compete with emerging financial intermediaries. The availability of differentiated qualitative services to customers akin to the new-age tech-savvy 

BOC becomes country’s No.1 brand at Interbrand Best Sri Lankan Brands 2017

The brand ‘BOC’ was recognized as the number one Sri Lankan brand by the very first Interbrand Best Sri Lankan Brands convention conducted at The Hilton Colombo recently.

Siyapatha Finance unveils new branch in Panadura

Leading financial organisation Siyapatha Finance PLC celebrated the opening of a new branch in Panadura recently.

Think big, start small with NDB Wealth Money Plus for kids

With Christmas almost upon us, there is a tendency to spend too much on gifts, which only benefit your children over the very short term.

Commercial Bank conducts 67th seminar for SME entrepreneurs

Commercial Bank of Ceylon recently conducted its 67th entrepreneur development seminar as part of its ongoing initiative to develop the entrepreneurship skills of SMEs in the country.

HNB Grameen Finance offers best leasing options for 660cc vehicles

HNB Grameen Finance Ltd recently announced a very attractive leasing package with superior benefits for both registered and unregistered 660cc vehicles. This promotion will be valid for three months and will offer customers a host of benefits including competitive interest rates, residual value and structured leases, personalised one-day service, doorstep assistance, with vehicles registration and insurance.

Bank of Ceylon launches digital passbook on real time access

Bank of Ceylon, moving towards futuristic e-banking, launched ‘Smart Passbook’ honoured by the presence of Chairman Ronald C. Perera, President’s Counsel General Manager D.M. Gunasekera along with the Corporate and Executive Management at Bank of Ceylon Head Office.

People’s Bank credit cards enhance seasonal joy

As a customer centric bank, People’s Bank is committed to fulfilling the hopes and aspirations of its loyal credit card base. People’s Bank Retail Banking Senior Deputy General Manager K.B. Rajapakse shares exciting news about the bank’s amazing offer for the festive season.

Nations Trust Bank’s Millennium branch revamped

Nations Trust Bank’s Millennium Branch at Nawam Mawatha has been extensively refurbished and is now equipped with a more spacious interior and even more facilities.

Cargills Bank partners MyDeal.lk to guarantee greater customer convenience

Cargills Bank recently announced its tie-up with MyDeal.lk, one of Sri Lanka’s leading e-commerce website, to guarantee greater convenience to its growing customer base of online shoppers.

Commercial Bank launches co-branded World Mastercard exclusively for NEGC members

The Commercial Bank of Ceylon is teeing off with the 128-year-old Nuwara Eliya Golf Club (NEGC) for a milestone partnership that will see the latter’s members enjoying the benefits of a co-branded World Mastercard credit card, a first for the 

LB Finance wins accolades at CA Sri Lanka 53rd Annual Report Awards

Reinforcing the company’s prowess in financial disclosure, LB Finance clinched two coveted Gold awards and a Silver award at the 53rd CA Sri Lanka Annual Report Awards Competition held at the BMICH recently.

National Development Bank recognised at National Business Excellence Awards 2017

National Development Bank PLC emerged Runners-Up under the banking category at the National Business Excellence Awards 2017, hosted by the National Chamber 

Asiamoney names HNB ‘Best Cash Management Bank in Sri Lanka’

HNB, Sri Lanka’s leading private sector bank, has been recognised by Asiamoney as the ‘Best Cash Management Bank in Sri Lanka’.

DFCC Bank rewards employees for excellence

DFCC Bank held its ‘Rewarding Excellence’ Quarterly Human Resource (HR) Awards recently.  The event was attended by Members of the Board, senior management, awardees and staff members. The eagerly anticipated final award ceremony for the year was held at the DFCC Bank Head Office Auditorium on 23rd November, to recognize and reward staff members who performed exceptionally well in the third quarter of the financial year. 

Amãna Takaful relocates Matale branch to serve customers better

Amãna Takaful PLC (ATL) the only fully-fledged Takaful operator in the country and the flag bearer of the Takaful way of insurance in Sri Lanka, recently relocated its Matale branch with the intention of serving their customers better. 

MBSL Kurunagala branch reopens with new look

Merchant Bank of Sri Lanka & Finance PLC (MBSL) recently reopened their newly refurbished Kurunagala branch at No 55, Kingsgrove, Rajapihilla Road, Kurunegala with the objective of providing a more convenient and accessible service to our valued customers. 

Singer Sri Lanka inks partnership with Pan Asia Bank

Singer Sri Lanka, the largest consumer goods retailer in the country, has joined hands with Pan Asia Bank, the fastest growing commercial bank in the island, to offer their customers added convenience.  The users of Pan Asia Bank credit cards are now able to pay their credit card bills at all Singer outlets. 

RDB Bank relocates Bandarawela branch

Regional Development Bank (RDB), the premier and fastest growing state-owned development bank in the island, relocated its Bandarawela branch to a more spacious and conveniently accessible location at No: 76, Dharmavijaya Mawatha, Bandarawela, in a bid to provide a better and modern service experience to the customers in the area.

Seylan Bank selects winners of Internet banking promotion

In order to promote the use of Internet banking at all islandwide branches, Seylan Bank organised a special draw themed ‘Prizes and Surprises with Seylan Internet Banking’ during the months of May, June and July 2017. 

NDB mobile banking Christmas bonanza at Arpico Hyde Park Corner

As Christmas approaches, National Development Bank PLC (NDB) offers customers new and improved ways to save both time and money. 

Visa announces suite of sensory branding

Visa recently announced a suite of sensory branding that will support the Visa brand in an expanded universe of connected, payment-enabled devices.

NTB-powered FriMi wins at Infosys Client Innovation Awards

FriMi, the digital bank and lifestyle partner powered by Nations Trust Bank (NTB), has won the award for Emerging Technologies-Led Innovation at the recently concluded Infosys Client Innovation Awards, held in Mysore, India. 

ComBank opens 259th branch in Yatiyantota

The Commercial Bank has extended its services to Yatiyantota in the Kegalle district, with the opening of the bank’s 259th branch in this riverside town. Located at 21/01 Colombo Road, Yatiyantota, the fully-fledged branchalso has an automated banking centrefeaturingan Automated Teller Machine (ATM), a Cash Recycler Machine (CRM),a Cheque deposit machine and an Online Banking Machine, making services accessible any time of the night or day.

ICC SL and CA SL signs MOU to promote Professional Development

CA Sri Lanka and the International Chamber of Commerce Sri Lanka signed a MOU to jointly develop/enhance curricula relevant to the industry and Jointly promote Sri Lanka as a  business hub. Seen here are ICC Chairman Dinesh Weerakkody and CA Sri Lanka President Lasantha Wickremasinghe exchanging the agreement. Also in the picture are ICC Secretary Shanil Fernando, Treasure Sheanath de Soysa, ICC Senior Manager Nihara Nanayakkara, CA Vice Pre

New CA Sri Lanka members receive unique welcome

New members of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) were welcomed in style recently by the Young Chartered Accountants’ Forum (YCAF) at a uniquely themed ‘YCAF Pirates Night 2017’ 

True role of an investment advisor

Many investment advisors are eager to give you advice when investing in the stock market.

Ceylinco Life’s Upamalika Ratnayake wins CIO of the Year award

Ceylinco Life Chief Digital Officer Upamalika Ratnayake was named the Chief Information Officer (CIO) of the Year at the first-ever Women in IT Awards (WITA) organised by the Women in IT Association in Sri Lanka, recently.

NDB mobile banking customers walk away with Christmas vouchers

Over 150 new customers walked out with Christmas Bonanza vouchers at Arpico Hyde Park Corner after opening a new National Development Bank PLC (NDB) account and registering for NDB mobile banking. 

Mobitel’s mCash celebrates 4th anniversary

Within this short period, mCash has grown by leaps and bounds, extending a remarkable service by redefining the way people transact by deploying the mobile phone as a financial tool.