Advocata hosts: Charting the course: Revitalizing economic governance for prosperity
In an effort to address the ever-evolving landscape of global governance, an esteemed gathering of thought leaders from diverse backgrounds will convene for …
Industry
People’s Bank and EDB Forge Strategic Alliance to Boost Sri Lanka’s Export Sector
In a landmark move aimed at propelling Sri Lanka’s export sector to new heights, the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (SLEDB) and People’s Bank have …
CSE and USAID hold issuer Forum in South, educating SMEs on opportunities
The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) collaborated on a forum to provide small and medium sized …
John Keells partners with Sysco LABS and Brandix Lanka for FastTrack summer internship programme 2024
The 'FastTrack' summer internship, introduced by the John Keells Group, makes its return this year, in collaboration with Sysco LABS Sri Lanka and Brandix …
Cross Border Partnership: PickMe ventures into Nepal; IFC endorses move to support startup ecosystem
PickMe has crossed digital borders and will take the ride hailing market by storm with the launch of their latest technology partnership, JumJum (Let’s Go) …
LRA upgrades Janashakthi Limited (JXG) to Investment Grade
Janashakthi Limited (JXG), the parent entity of the Janashakthi Group of Companies, announces a three-notch upgrade in its credit rating by Lanka Rating Agency …
IFC & EU Partner with Comm Bank to Scale Up Green Finance, Signaling Need for Climate Resilient Investments
In a move to spur sustainable investments in Sri Lanka, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the European Union (EU) partnered with the Commercial …
Industry focus sectors at IORA business conclave 2024
The Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) Business Conclave organised by The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on …
CFA Society SL to upskill analysts to uphold investment research standards
The much-awaited annual CFA Society Sri Lanka Capital Market Awards will be held for the 11th year on 18 June 2024 at the Cinnamon Grand, Colombo. Today, it is …
Emirates extends strategic partnership with Sri Lanka Tourism to boost visitor traffic to the South Asian island
Emirates has reaffirmed its long-standing commitment to promoting tourism to Sri Lanka through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed with the Sri Lanka …
Fitch Affirms SriLankan Airlines’ Government Guaranteed Bonds at ‘C’
Fitch Ratings has affirmed the rating on SriLankan Airlines Limited's (SLA) USD175 million government guaranteed 7% unsecured bonds due 25 June 2024 at 'C'. …
Sampath Bank unveils its new “Vishwa” retail App
Sampath Bank, a leading innovator in Sri Lanka's banking industry, proudly unveiled its revolutionary mobile application, Sampath Vishwa Retail. This …
LankaPropertyWeb introduces AI-powered tool to its real estate marketing
LankaPropertyWeb (LPW), a real estate portal in Sri Lanka, proudly announces groundbreaking enhancements set to revolutionise the real estate marketing …
Fitch Affirms Sierra Cables at ‘A+(lka)’; Outlook Stable
Fitch Ratings has affirmed Sri Lankan cable manufacturer Sierra Cables PLC's National Long-Term Rating at 'A+(lka)'. The Outlook is Stable. The affirmation and …
CEAT Kelani says it is not the company fined by Customs Department
CEAT Kelani International Tyres (Pvt) Ltd. has assured customers, stakeholders and the general public that the Company has no dispute over Customs Duties with …
Fitch Assigns Siyapatha Finance’s Senior Debt Final ‘BBB+(lka)’
Fitch Ratings has assigned Siyapatha Finance PLC's (BBB+(lka)/Stable) proposed Sri Lankan rupee-denominated senior unsecured debentures of up to LKR4 billion a …
CBSL invites general public to submit observations on draft amendments to Finance Leasing Act
The Central Bank is inviting the general public to submit observations on the draft amendments to the Finance Leasing Act. The public is invited to send their …
Cabinet Approval for USD18.50 Service Fee, User-Pay Model Imposes No Govt Costs: VFS Global
The government benefits from increased efficiencies and transparency in managing the complete process and improved resource utilisation through the launch of …
Colombo among first 9 destinations to join Emirates’ A350 network
Colombo will be among the first set of destinations to be served by Emirates’ A350 aircraft entering service in September 2024, the airline announced today. …
IFC to invest Rs.3,270Mn in Sunshine Healthcare Lanka Ltd
Sunshine Healthcare Lanka (SHL), the healthcare arm of the diversified conglomerate Sunshine Holdings PLC, has entered into an agreement for a proposed equity …