Sarvodaya Development Finance PLC (SDF) announced the appointment of Ramya Suranjani Wickremeratne as a Non-Executive, Independent Director, with effect from August 01, 2024.

The SAP road show, aimed to equip businesses with cutting-edge SAP Business One solutions to streamline operations and drive growth, hosted by Acentura for the first time, took place recently, at The Kingsbury Hotel in Colombo.

HNB Assurance PLC unveiled the results of its recent survey, conducted in partnership with Great Place to Work. The findings revealed an impressive Employee Net Promoter Score (eNPS) of 38 percent, drastically outpacing the international average of 2

Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) Senior Vice President Broker Supervision and Listed Entity Compliance Divisions Nilupa Perera provides an in-depth look at the critical roles her divisions play in maintaining market integrity and fostering good corporate

The Courier and Express Parcel Association of Sri Lanka (CEPAC) recently conducted its Annual General Meeting (AGM) for the year 2024-2025, marking a significant highlight in the association’s ongoing ePorts to address the industry challenges and e

The recently concluded Skills for Inclusive Growth (S4IG) Stakeholder Sustainability Conference brought together key stakeholders from both the public and private sectors.

Sri Lanka’s insurance industry is poised to benefit from the ongoing recovery in economic activity, Central Bank Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe said, as improved business conditions, low inflation and low interest rates in conventional financial

The success of Sri Lanka’s power sector reforms depends heavily on the government’s ability to maintain strong political will over the long term, according to Asian Development Bank (ADB) Country Director Takafumi Kadono.

Bank of Ceylon (BOC), Sri Lanka’s premier financial institution, announced its inclusion in The Banker magazine’s prestigious list of Top 1000 World Banks for 2024.

The Finance Ministry yesterday instructed all spending agencies to prioritise fiscal discipline and prudent management as the country prepares its 2025 national budget.

The Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association (SLGJA) warned yesterday that the high taxes, including the Value-Added Tax (VAT), are pushing businesses to relocate abroad, threatening the future of the industry.

In a pioneering move within the primary dealer industry in Sri Lanka, WealthTrust Securities announced the launch of a state-of-the-art online platform that enables clients to place bids directly at primary auctions for government securities.

Leading blue-chip conglomerate Aitken Spence PLC reported an impressive EBITDA (earnings before interest cost, tax, depreciation and amortisation) of Rs.4.3 billion for the first quarter of 2024/25 (1Q25), a triple-digit growth of 111 percent over th

Fitch Ratings has assigned DFCC Bank PLC’s (A-(lka)/Stable) proposed Sri Lankan rupee-denominated senior unsecured listed green bonds of up to Rs.2.5 billion an expected National Long-Term Rating of ‘A-(EXP)(lka)’.

The ASPI edged up as a result of price gains in counters such as Commercial Bank, Melstacorp and LOLC Holdings with the turnover crossing Rs 337 Mn. Meanwhile, the S&P SL20 closed in green. High net worth and institutional investor participation was

The secondary market remained quiet throughout the day, as participants awaited the upcoming Rs.60.0 billon bond auction scheduled for today.

Bloomberg announced that Commercial Bank of Ceylon (ComBank) has adopted Bloomberg’s Data License to access reliable, high-quality reference data and to streamline their portfolio management.

Enterprise Analytics (EA), an IFS and Acumatica partner with offices across the globe, is set to spearhead the Ceyline Group’s digital transformation initiative.

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) has once again been accredited as a Great Place to Work in Sri Lanka.

Siyapatha Finance PLC opened its 50th branch in Valaichchenai recently.

Star Garments Group (“Star”) emerged victorious at the recently held SLITAD People Development Awards for 2023/24, clinching a coveted Gold award in recognition of its continued efforts in embracing some of the best-in-class human capital practic

David Pieris Automobiles (Private) Limited (DPA) announced the opening of pre-bookings for NETA, the electric and innovative vehicle for permit holders.

In an initiative to enhance the understanding of credit practices and foster international banking collaborations, Branch Managers of Nepali commercial banks recently undertook an exposure visit to People’s Bank.

In a major initiative to strengthen the capabilities of Sri Lankan SMEs, the National Development Bank (NDB), in collaboration with the National Enterprise Development Authority (NEDA),

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has called for submission of research papers on various topics for their thirteenth annual research conference that will be held in Colombo come December.

Ex-pack Corrugated Cartons PLC and Neptune Recyclers, subsidiaries of Aberdeen Holdings, were honoured with awards at the Presidential Environment Awards 2024.

Link Natural made its presence felt at the Hotel Show Colombo 2024, held for the 16th time at the BMICH recently.

In a strategic move to enhance digital banking accessibility and customer convenience, Pan Asia Bank, has launched state-of-the-art digital zones in both Kandy and Katugastota.

The Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB) recently concluded a major influencer campaign in partnership with travel influencers representing key source markets, aiming to promote Sri Lanka as a top holiday destination for the upcoming winter sea

An Education Exhibition, offering students a unique chance to explore overseas study options with universities from the UK, Australia, New Zealand, USA, Canada, Germany, Finland, Malaysia, and Singapore, is scheduled to take place on August 17, the I