In response to the government initiative to generate 10 million employment opportunities, Bank of Ceylon officially disbursed ‘Swashakthi’ loans through its branch network recently. 

The Gami Pubuduwa Avurudu Pola, the annual SME-focused trade fair organized by Sri Lanka’s premier private sector bank, Hatton National Bank PLC (HNB), was concluded with resounding success as over 100 micro entrepreneurs from across the island

BBC: A payment card featuring a fingerprint sensor has been unveiled by credit card provider Mastercard.

Microsoft held a symposium for C-level finance executives at Cinnamon Grand Colombo recently.  The event which featured keynote speakers and a live demo revealed how Microsoft Power BI, an interactive data visualiser that utilizes predictiv

Union Bank further increased its position in the rankings of the 100 Leading Brands in Sri Lanka in 2017 compiled by Brand Finance, having being ranked six notches above its position of the previous year with A - brand rating. 

Nations Trust Bank American Express card members can now pump fuel for Rs. 2,500 or more at any fuel station island-wide and stand a chance to win ‘One Big Trip’ all around Sri Lanka with all expenses paid.

Sanasa Development Bank PLC (SDB Bank), a pioneering financial institution founded on supporting the grassroots levels of Sri Lanka, recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the National Enterprise Development Authority (NEDA) to furt

A message on the importance of insurance and protection was delivered to Sri Lankans across the island by the officers of Sri Lanka Insurance (SLI) early this month. 

DFCC Bank enhanced banking convenience in Ambalantota and Wattegama recently, moving into a more spacious and customer-friendly environment.

This is the 10th interview of the Mirror Business-Colombo Stock Exchange interview series, featuring the top executives of the S&P SL20 companies. Here, Lanka Orix Leasing Company PLC (LOLC) Managing Director/CEO Kapila Jayawardena talks about hi

A 15-member delegation of senior government officials including the Chairman of the Central Environment Authority (CEA), went on an inspection tour of Colombo Port City’s sand mining operation recently.  

Consumer Unity and Trust Society (CUTS) International, headquartered in Rajasthan, India in partnership with Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) conducted a conference on ‘Facilitating Connec

Continuing its rapid growth momentum in the New Year, HNB, Sri Lanka’s premier private sector commercial bank, announced the opening of its newly relocated customer centre at No.236. Kurundugahaela, Akurana. 

NMG Consulting held a private drinks reception for its clients at the Colombo Swimming Club recently to celebrate its 25th anniversary.

LOLC Finance PLC, the flagship finance company of the LOLC Group recently launched a comprehensive payment platform named, LOLC Real Time. This real-time fund transfer platform of LOLC Finance was unveiled as part of the company’s continuous ef

Lasitha Wimalaratne, Deputy General Manager – Life Operations of Softlogic Life recently addressed the prestigious Insurance Claims and Underwriting Management Asia Summit 2017 which held at The Furama River Front Hotel, Singapore. 

LB Finance, Sri Lanka’s trailblazer in innovative financial services, recently relocated its Sainthamaruthu branch to a new location at MPCS Building, Main Street, Sainthamaruthu. It was graced by LB Finance Deputy General Manager Marlon Perera

A new self-banking unit of People’s Bank was recently declared open at the premises of Auditor General’s (AG) Department in Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte. 

Former United National Party Parliamentarian Themiya Hurulle, who is presently serving as a Sri Lanka Constitutional Reform Public Representations Committee Member, has been appointed as an Independent Non-Executive Director of Sri Lanka’s larg

Celebrating the true spirit of Sinhala and Tamil Aluth Avurudu, Bank of Ceylon (BOC) wishes to demonstrate its appreciation of Sri Lankan traditional customs by conducting traditional Avurudu ganu denu with all its customers on Saturday, April 15, 20

The country’s youth, especially the small and medium entrepreneurs, need reliable and efficient tools together with financial support to boost their businesses. In an initiative to help small and medium enterprises (SMEs) remain competitive and

REUTERS: Sri Lankan shares rose yesterday to their highest close in nearly three months led by blue chips such as John Keells Holdings PLC, as continued foreign buying boosted sentiment. The Colombo stock index ended 0.84 percent firmer at 6,198.32,

The Avurudu season is a time for families to come together and celebrate the New Year while sharing gifts and unforgettable moments and DFCC Bank is pleased to announce exciting benefits for DFCC’s Vardhana Virtual Wallet (VVW) users during the

The board of directors of TKS Finance Limited has appointed Alex Lee as Acting CEO of TKS Finance Limited, with effect from March 29, 2017 and the appointment has received the approval of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka. 

NDB Investment Bank Limited (NDBIB) successfully concluded the maiden unlisted debenture issue of Regional Development  Bank (RDB).

Hatton National Bank (HNB) announced its commencement of concierge services for its high-net-worth customers at ‘Club’ and ‘Priority Circle’ giving them 24x7 access to bespoke services, which is much likely of having a persona

The Kekirawa branch of SDB Bank was relocated to its new premises on April 3, 2017. 

Union Assurance has continuously introduced innovative products and processes setting a benchmark in the insurance industry. 

The board of directors of Union Bank of Colombo PLC announced the appointment of Trevine Fernandopulle and Dilshani Gayathri Wijayawardana as Independent Non-Executive Directors, with effect from April 1, 2017.  

With Avurudu again upon us, many have already started celebrating the age-old rituals that are a cornerstone of a good harvest season, helping usher in good fortune for the new year. One such tradition is ganu denu, the first financial transaction of