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Anura suspends social and ethnic contracts; Mamdani presents new socialism

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:40

Reforming our Constitution: Getting basics right first

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:24

Retaining talent: Missing link in tourism’s recovery

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:22

Ephemeral wealth: Serving gig economy worker whose income disappears overnight

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:20

2026 a growth Budget for Sri Lanka?

Wednesday, 12 November 2025 01:26

Unlocking Sri Lanka’s SME powerhouse: New Secured Transactions Registry

Wednesday, 12 November 2025 00:27

2026 Budget: Well balanced between economic growth and development

Wednesday, 12 November 2025 00:19

Leading without trust is akin to building on quicksand

Tuesday, 11 November 2025 02:26

Rebuilding from collapse: From stabilisation to transformation

Tuesday, 11 November 2025 01:12

Beyond the facade: A strategic critique of 2026 Budget

Tuesday, 11 November 2025 00:40

Tourism and economic development

Tuesday, 11 November 2025 00:01

Silence, support, and the cost of speaking up

Tuesday, 11 November 2025 00:01

AKD’s neo-liberal Budget 2026: Will it resolve slow growth issues quickly?

Monday, 10 November 2025 01:52

2026 Budget: An opportunity lost?

Monday, 10 November 2025 01:50

International Accounting Day Walk 2025 by CA Sri Lanka

Monday, 10 November 2025 01:02

Boards that deliver: Embedding accountability and competence into sustainability governance

Monday, 10 November 2025 00:48

Israel and UAE: Partners in genocide

Saturday, 8 November 2025 00:10

Can SMEs boost exports as well as foreign reserves into the stratosphere through sharper policy? (2/2)

Saturday, 8 November 2025 00:08

“Mahinda Sulanga”, “Maha Jana Handa” and Nugegoda mass rallies

Friday, 7 November 2025 00:40

Policy challengers: Where to start?

Friday, 7 November 2025 00:28

Govt. disburses over Rs. 4 b to SMEs: Treasury debunks critics

By Charumini de Silva Treasury Secretary Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma clarified concerns over small and medium enterprise (SME) sector funding and reve ..

IFS showcases real-world impact of AI through industry-specific scenarios

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:20

By Nisthar Cassim in New York IFS, the leading provider of Industrial Artificial Intelligence (AI) software, yesterday in New York showcased the ne ..

ComBank group net profit up 33% YoY to Rs. 16.8 b in 3Q 2025

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:30

Commercial Bank of Ceylon group has reported a net profit of Rs. 16.86 billion in the third quarter of 2025, up 33.4% from a year ago. The group repor ..

Cabinet clears drafting of new Investment Protection Bill to prevent arbitrary nationalisation

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:27

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved instructing the Legal Draftsman to draft a new Investment Protection Bill, aimed at preventing arbitrary n ..

Sri Lanka Customs creates history surpassing annual Rs. 2.1 t revenue target

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:25

In a record-breaking achievement, Sri Lanka Customs has surpassed its 2025 annual revenue target of Rs. 2.115 trillion, collecting Rs. 2.117 trillion ..

BOC to establish IT subsidiary to boost digital banking capabilities

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:22

The Bank of Ceylon (BOC) is set to establish an Information Technology Institute to enhance its digital capabilities, improve IT operations, and suppo ..

Hulangamuwa says 2026 Budget restores private sector’s role as “engine of growth”

Wednesday, 12 November 2025 03:18

Adviser to the President on Economic Affairs and Finance Duminda Hulangamuwa yesterday said that the key theme of the 2026 Budget is mobilising privat ..

Challenging revenue targets for 2026 amid rigid spending and weak welfare coverage: Economist

Wednesday, 12 November 2025 03:07

Economist Dr. Roshan Perera yesterday cautioned that the country’s revenue targets may be difficult to achieve amid limited new tax measures, rigid ..

Fitch gives positive signal about Sri Lanka’s 2026 Budget

Wednesday, 12 November 2025 03:04

Fitch Ratings yesterday gave a positive signal that the 2026 Budget proposals presented by President Minister Anura Kumara Dissanayake keeps Sri Lanka ..

LOLC Finance reports Rs. 14 b 1H PAT

Wednesday, 12 November 2025 02:48

LOLC Finance PLC said yesterday it has delivered a strong performance for the six months ended 30 September 2025, reflecting steady growth across key ..

Cabinet clears Rs. 774 m vehicle procurement for Department of Prisons

Wednesday, 12 November 2025 02:47

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved the procurement of vehicles for the Department of Prisons, allocating Rs. 774 million to enhance the depar ..

Treasury Secretary to keynote Daily FT-Colombo Uni. MBAA post-Budget Forum today

Tuesday, 11 November 2025 03:12

Treasury Secretary Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma will participate as the Chief Guest at the popular and high-profile post-Budget Forum organised by the D ..

Prime Minister pledges fair wages, social equity in tea industry

Tuesday, 11 November 2025 03:07

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya yesterday reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to ensuring fair compensation, social equity, and sustainabil ..

NCCSL says Budget 2026 step towards re-entering international capital markets by 2028

Tuesday, 11 November 2025 03:05

The National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka (NCCSL) yesterday said the 2026 Budget represents a key step towards restoring investor confidence, ensu ..

BOC to issue Rs. 10 b Basel III-compliant Sustainability Bonds

Tuesday, 11 November 2025 03:02

Bank of Ceylon (BOC) is planning to issue up to Rs. 10 billion in Basel III-compliant, Tier 2, listed, rated, unsecured, subordinated, redeemable five ..

Sri Lanka among global responsible tourism changemakers

Tuesday, 11 November 2025 00:01

The Global Responsible Tourism Awards conducted by the International Centre for Responsible Tourism ICRT recognised 30 organisations around the world ..

DFCC to acquire Standard Chartered Sri Lanka’s retail, wealth units for Rs. 3.7 b

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:32

Ending months of speculation and anticipation over who would make a move to acquire Standard Chartered Bank’s Sri Lankan retail banking business, DF ..

HNB PAT up 47% YoY to Rs. 34.7 b in first nine months of 2025

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:28

Sustaining its upward momentum, Hatton National Bank PLC (HNB) yesterday said it has posted robust results in the first nine months of 2025, demonstra ..

President stresses faster rollout of telecom towers, SLUDI and NIC issuance

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:26

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who also serves as the Digital Economy Minister, has insisted on the need to accelerate national digital infrastru ..

Akram Cassim re-elected SLGJA President for 2025/2026

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:23

The Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association (SLGJA) recently held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) at Amari Hotel Colombo, bringing together a full ho ..

Ambeon Holdings to sell Taprobane Capital Plus for Rs. 2 b to parent co.

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:20

Ambeon Holdings PLC has announced plans to divest its wholly owned subsidiary, Taprobane Capital Plus Ltd, for a total consideration of Rs. 2.02 billi ..

Standard Chartered CEO hails ‘doable’ Budget 2026

Wednesday, 12 November 2025 03:16

Standard Chartered Bank Sri Lanka CEO Bingumal Thewarathanthri yesterday described the 2026 Budget as “a credible and a doable plan” that balances ..

Selyn warns of policy and access disconnect for SMEs

Wednesday, 12 November 2025 03:05

Selyn Business Development Director Selyna Peiris yesterday reminded that while the 2026 Budget allocates a record Rs. 80 billion for SMEs, most of it ..

DFCC Bank sustains growth momentum in 3Q

Wednesday, 12 November 2025 02:52

DFCC Bank said yesterday it has maintained robust performance for the first nine months of FY25 underscoring its financial resilience and the success ..

JKCG updates customers on detained BYD vehicles

Wednesday, 12 November 2025 02:48

John Keells CG Auto (JKCG) yesterday issued a statement updating its customers and stakeholders on the ongoing proceedings before the Court of Appeal ..

Cabinet approves merger plan to strengthen State housing finance banks under BOC and People’s Bank

Wednesday, 12 November 2025 02:40

The Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Monday approved restructuring two State-affiliated housing finance institutions—the Housing Development ..

SAGT Chief says clear policy direction, speed and fairness key to successful PPPs

Tuesday, 11 November 2025 03:10

South Asia Gateway Terminals (SAGT) CEO Romesh David said for Sri Lanka to attract credible investors into public-private partnerships (PPPs), the Gov ..

Positive sentiment post-Budget 2026 drives CSE above 23,500 points

Tuesday, 11 November 2025 03:06

The Colombo stock market began the week with strong upward momentum yesterday with the benchmark index crossing 23,500 points for the very first time ..

Galadari raises refurbishment investment to $ 48.5 m with new BOI pact

Tuesday, 11 November 2025 03:03

Galadari Hotels (Lanka) PLC said it has entered into a supplementary agreement with the Board of Investment (BOI) of Sri Lanka to increase the value o ..

‘Big Bold Brave 2025’ Harvard APAC Regional Conference returns to Sri Lanka

Tuesday, 11 November 2025 03:01

The Harvard Club of Sri Lanka has announced the return of ‘Big Bold Brave 2025 (BBB 2025),’ a premier thought leadership conference to be held fro ..

Private sector borrowings spike to record Rs. 236 b in Sept.

Monday, 10 November 2025 05:15

Total private sector borrowings in September spiked to a record Rs. 236.3 billion, resulting in the total outstanding amount reaching Rs. 9.52 trillio ..

IFS showcases real-world impact of AI through industry-specific scenarios

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:20

By Nisthar Cassim in New York IFS, the leading provider of Industrial Artificial Intelligence (AI) software, yesterday in New York showcased the ne ..

DFCC to acquire Standard Chartered Sri Lanka’s retail, wealth units for Rs. 3.7 b

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:32

Ending months of speculation and anticipation over who would make a move to acquire Standard Chartered Bank’s Sri Lankan retail banking business, DF ..

ComBank group net profit up 33% YoY to Rs. 16.8 b in 3Q 2025

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:30

Commercial Bank of Ceylon group has reported a net profit of Rs. 16.86 billion in the third quarter of 2025, up 33.4% from a year ago. The group repor ..

HNB PAT up 47% YoY to Rs. 34.7 b in first nine months of 2025

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:28

Sustaining its upward momentum, Hatton National Bank PLC (HNB) yesterday said it has posted robust results in the first nine months of 2025, demonstra ..

Cabinet clears drafting of new Investment Protection Bill to prevent arbitrary nationalisation

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:27

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved instructing the Legal Draftsman to draft a new Investment Protection Bill, aimed at preventing arbitrary n ..

President stresses faster rollout of telecom towers, SLUDI and NIC issuance

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:26

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who also serves as the Digital Economy Minister, has insisted on the need to accelerate national digital infrastru ..

Sri Lanka Customs creates history surpassing annual Rs. 2.1 t revenue target

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:25

In a record-breaking achievement, Sri Lanka Customs has surpassed its 2025 annual revenue target of Rs. 2.115 trillion, collecting Rs. 2.117 trillion ..

Akram Cassim re-elected SLGJA President for 2025/2026

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:23

The Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association (SLGJA) recently held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) at Amari Hotel Colombo, bringing together a full ho ..

BOC to establish IT subsidiary to boost digital banking capabilities

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:22

The Bank of Ceylon (BOC) is set to establish an Information Technology Institute to enhance its digital capabilities, improve IT operations, and suppo ..

Ambeon Holdings to sell Taprobane Capital Plus for Rs. 2 b to parent co.

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:20

Ambeon Holdings PLC has announced plans to divest its wholly owned subsidiary, Taprobane Capital Plus Ltd, for a total consideration of Rs. 2.02 billi ..

Hulangamuwa says 2026 Budget restores private sector’s role as “engine of growth”

Wednesday, 12 November 2025 03:18

Adviser to the President on Economic Affairs and Finance Duminda Hulangamuwa yesterday said that the key theme of the 2026 Budget is mobilising privat ..

Standard Chartered CEO hails ‘doable’ Budget 2026

Wednesday, 12 November 2025 03:16

Standard Chartered Bank Sri Lanka CEO Bingumal Thewarathanthri yesterday described the 2026 Budget as “a credible and a doable plan” that balances ..

Challenging revenue targets for 2026 amid rigid spending and weak welfare coverage: Economist

Wednesday, 12 November 2025 03:07

Economist Dr. Roshan Perera yesterday cautioned that the country’s revenue targets may be difficult to achieve amid limited new tax measures, rigid ..

Selyn warns of policy and access disconnect for SMEs

Wednesday, 12 November 2025 03:05

Selyn Business Development Director Selyna Peiris yesterday reminded that while the 2026 Budget allocates a record Rs. 80 billion for SMEs, most of it ..

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Anura suspends social and ethnic contracts; Mamdani presents new socialism

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:40

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Reforming our Constitution: Getting basics right first

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:24

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Sajith needs to change course or SJB could go the way of UNP

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Anura suspends social and ethnic contracts; Mamdani presents new socialism

Reforming our Constitution: Getting basics right first

Retaining talent: Missing link in tourism’s recovery

Ephemeral wealth: Serving gig economy worker whose income disappears overnight

2026 a growth Budget for Sri Lanka?

Unlocking Sri Lanka’s SME powerhouse: New Secured Transactions Registry

2026 Budget: Well balanced between economic growth and development

Leading without trust is akin to building on quicksand

Rebuilding from collapse: From stabilisation to transformation

Beyond the facade: A strategic critique of 2026 Budget

Tourism and economic development

Silence, support, and the cost of speaking up

AKD’s neo-liberal Budget 2026: Will it resolve slow growth issues quickly?

2026 Budget: An opportunity lost?

International Accounting Day Walk 2025 by CA Sri Lanka

Boards that deliver: Embedding accountability and competence into sustainability governance

Israel and UAE: Partners in genocide

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“Mahinda Sulanga”, “Maha Jana Handa” and Nugegoda mass rallies

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SLISM to host CXM Conference 2026

National Supply Chain Excellence Award Winners 2025

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SLABA says 2026 Budget evens playing field for Sri Lankan fashion brands

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CBL Foods International wins Global Performance Excellence Award – “Best in Class”

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Saman Doranegama appointed CEO of Namunukula Plantations

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