Category: Banking and Finance
Central Bank of Sri Lanka publishes its inaugural market operations report
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (the Central Bank) released its inaugural Market Operations Report (MOR) with the aim of enhancing awareness and knowledge among the stakeholders on monetary operations carried out by the Central Bank in line with the prevailing monetary policy stance. The MOR would be a catalyst to improve transparency and accountability […]
Signing of MoU between ACCA and the CSE to increase financial literacy in Sri Lanka
The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) recently to establish a partnership aimed at enhancing financial literacy and professional development in Sri Lanka. This collaboration intends to offer ACCA educational courses via CSE branches, which will entail a Capital Market Module; co-brand the […]
Thilak Piyadigama takes the helm at WEBXPAY
In a strategic move towards advancing digital payment solutions in Sri Lanka, WEBXPAY welcomes Thilak Piyadigama, a veteran with over three decades of experience in banking and technology, as its new Executive Chairman. Piyadigama is set to lead WEBXPAY into a new era of digital payment innovation, with a focus on enhancing financial inclusion and […]
ComBank’s Green Bond framework receives milestone SPO from Sustainable Fitch
The Commercial Bank of Ceylon has received a globally – recognised Second-Party Opinion (SPO) for the Bank’s Sustainable Bond Framework from Sustainable Fitch, the Fitch Solutions company that provides Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) related ratings. The SPO is a third-party validation aligned with the International Capital Markets Association (ICMA) Green Bond Principles 2021. Receipt […]
Unlocking Economic Potential: Why Debt Restructuring Alone Won’t Suffice Without SOE Reforms
The Advocata Institute held a press briefing titled “Unlocking Economic Potential: Why Debt Restructuring Alone Won’t Suffice Without SOE Reforms” was held on the 17th of July,2024 at Lavender Hall, BMICH. The event brought together key speakers Shihar Aneez (Senior Financial Journalist), Rehana Thowfeek (Research Consultant to Advocata Institute), and Dhananath Fernando (CEO of Advocata […]
Seylan LKR 10Bn Debenture Issue oversubscribed on opening day
Seylan Bank, announced that its recent LKR 10Bn Debenture issue was oversubscribed on its opening day, with applications for over 100 million debentures, signalling strong investor confidence. The Bank issued an initial LKR 5 billion in Basel III-compliant, Tier 2, listed, rated, unsecured, subordinated, redeemable debentures. These debentures, priced at Rs. 100 each, have maturity […]
Orient Finance PLC Welcomes Daniel Alphonsus as Independent Non-Executive Director
Orient Finance PLC, a member of the Janashakthi Group, announces the appointment of Daniel Alphonsus as an Independent Non-Executive Director to the Company’s Board of Directors, effective from 5th of July 2024. Daniel spearheads Daraz’s payments, financial services, and digital goods divisions across South Asia. In addition, he serves on multiple economic reform committees for […]
Sri Lanka Clarifies Status of Continental Shelf Claim and Cobalt Exploration
The Sri Lankan Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement addressing recent media reports concerning the country’s continental shelf claim and cobalt exploration efforts. The Ministry stated that recent media speculations about Sri Lanka ceding its rights are unfounded. Both matters are ongoing processes before separate UN bodies established by the UN Convention on the […]
ComBank Bangladesh operations receive ‘AAA’ credit rating by CRISL
Commercial Bank Bangladesh, the Bangladesh operation of Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC, has received a ‘AAA’ (Triple A) Long Term credit rating from Credit Rating Information and Services Ltd (CRISL) for 2024, the 14 th consecutive year it has received the highest credit rating given to a financial institution in Bangladesh. Valid till June 2025, […]
Sri Lanka urged to tap sustainable bonds for economic and environmental progress: ADB
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) urged Sri Lanka to ramp up its growth efforts while tackling climate change challenges, emphasizing the potential of green bonds to meet the country’s financial needs. ADB Country Director Takafumi Kadono highlighted that public sector funding alone is insufficient for these efforts, making it essential to mobilize private financing through […]
ComBank’s Debenture Issue, largest ever debenture by a private bank oversubscribed on opening day
The Commercial Bank of Ceylon’s and Sri Lanka’s largest ever debenture issue by a private bank closed after oversubscription on its opening day, Tuesday 2nd July 2024, raising Rs 20 billion for Sri Lanka’s biggest private sector bank, and demonstrating investor confidence in the institution. Announcing the oversubscription, the Bank said it had received applications […]
First Capital Holdings announce board appointments
First Capital Holdings PLC, a member of the Janashakthi Group, is pleased to announce key appointments to its Board of Directors, effective June 28, 2024. Veteran banker Rajendra Theagarajah has been appointed as the Chairman. Joining him are Inoshini Perera, Rachini Rajapaksa, and Dilendra Wimalasekere as new members of the Board. The appointment of Rajendra […]