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Rainy day in Nugegoda: Namal as contender, Sajith’s strategic shortsightedness

Thursday, 27 November 2025 04:23

Colombo – the Venice in the Indian Ocean? Our tryst with a glacier

Thursday, 27 November 2025 03:07

What AKD missed: Sri Lanka must earn $50 b foreign exchange annually

Thursday, 27 November 2025 01:03

2026 Budget commits over Rs. 688 b to construction: Sector poised for acceleration

Thursday, 27 November 2025 00:56

Budget 2026 and SMEs

Thursday, 27 November 2025 00:47

Evaluating 2026 Budget through green energy, agriculture, and strategic investment

Thursday, 27 November 2025 00:22

Sri Lanka Customs hitting record single-day revenue: A turning point or one-off?

Wednesday, 26 November 2025 00:28

The Baby Prince’s daydream: Opposition’s empty trump cards against AKD Govt.

Wednesday, 26 November 2025 00:24

Demographic red flags for the economy

Wednesday, 26 November 2025 00:22

Tax professionals: The backbone of ethical tax practices

Wednesday, 26 November 2025 00:20

Drumming “Drucker” in the Digital Age: Impacts and implications

Wednesday, 26 November 2025 00:18

SriLankan Airlines: Time to get Govt. out of cockpit

Tuesday, 25 November 2025 01:32

Power sector reform: Turning setbacks into sustainable opportunity

Tuesday, 25 November 2025 00:01

What if you log in one day, only to find out your life no longer belongs to you?

Tuesday, 25 November 2025 00:01

Are we safe from another economic crash?

Monday, 24 November 2025 23:36

Beware of the newest cyber scam: Pig Butchering

Monday, 24 November 2025 03:58

Time to bury the “6% of GDP for Education” slogan and manage with 2%

Monday, 24 November 2025 03:49

The great tea illusion

Monday, 24 November 2025 00:18

Rewarding the harvest: Why Sri Lanka must shift from input subsidies to output incentives

Monday, 24 November 2025 00:13

Is the Online Safety Act an unnecessary piece of law?

Saturday, 22 November 2025 00:10

Reserves set to hit post-crisis high in December: CBSL Governor

Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe yesterday said Sri Lanka’s gross official reserves are expected to climb to the h ..

CBSL holds policy rates steady

Thursday, 27 November 2025 06:21

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) yesterday delivering the sixth and final Monetary Policy Review for 2025 announced that rates would remain unchan ..

Tourism earnings to undershoot despite arrivals surge

Thursday, 27 November 2025 06:20

Sri Lanka is bracing for lower-than-expected tourism earnings following a downward revision in the estimated daily spending of visitors by the Sri Lan ..

People’s Bank posts Rs. 43.7 b PBT in 9M

Thursday, 27 November 2025 06:14

People’s Bank has reported a Profit Before Tax (PBT) of Rs. 43.7 billion for the nine months ended 30 September 2025, delivering the best-ever resul ..

President to attend Sri Lanka Economic and Investment Summit 2025 on opening day

Thursday, 27 November 2025 06:09

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake will attend the Sri Lanka Economic and Investment Summit 2025 on 2 December, during which he will join The Ceylon C ..

THASL new Chief shows way for $ 10 b tourism earnings

Wednesday, 26 November 2025 00:34

Sri Lanka Tourism Hotels Association (THASL) President-elect Asoka Hettigoda on Monday endorsed the Government’s target of $ 8 billion in tourism ea ..

Exports exceed $ 14.4 b in first 10 months

Wednesday, 26 November 2025 00:25

Sri Lanka’s export sector continues to show strong resilience, registering over $ 14.43 billion in total exports during the first 10 months of 2025, ..

LB completes acquisition of 73.11% AMF stake for Rs. 4.1 b

Wednesday, 26 November 2025 00:23

LB Finance PLC yesterday said it has completed the acquisition of Associated Motor Finance Company PLC, increasing its stake to 73.11% after the manda ..

Cabinet clears next step for Sri Lanka’s entry into RCEP trade bloc

Wednesday, 26 November 2025 00:21

Sri Lanka has taken a significant step toward joining the world’s largest free trade agreement, with the Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approving a ..

IRD says individual taxpayers reach 1.2 m with 200,000 new taxpayers in 2025

Tuesday, 25 November 2025 03:03

The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) yesterday announced that 200,000 new taxpayers have been registered so far this year pushing individual taxpayers ..

MakeMyTrip urges India and Sri Lanka to unlock next wave of travel growth

Tuesday, 25 November 2025 02:58

MakeMyTrip Chief Commercial Officer – Holidays and Experiences Jasmeet Singh last week called for stronger strategic collaboration between Sri Lanka ..

Fintrex’s digital transformation and inclusive finance strategy power 352% PAT growth to Rs. 286 m

Tuesday, 25 November 2025 02:54

Fintrex Finance PLC has delivered another strong performance in the first half of FY2025/26, reaffirming its reputation as one of Sri Lanka’s most t ..

Tea export earnings rise to $ 1.29 b in first 10 months of 2025

Tuesday, 25 November 2025 02:51

Sri Lanka earned $ 1.29 billion from tea exports in the ten months to October 2025, according to Sri Lanka Customs data analysed by Forbes and Walker ..

Govt. calms investors about post-2028 debt repayment capacity

Monday, 24 November 2025 06:12

The Government is seeking to accelerate reserve accumulation, attract higher foreign investment, and maintain fiscal discipline to manage the rise in ..

Court issues notice on IRD over new VAT refund scheme

Monday, 24 November 2025 06:09

The Court of Appeal has issued notice on the Commissioner General of the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) and other State agencies after a writ applica ..

Pent-up demand for vehicle imports stabilises – CBSL

Thursday, 27 November 2025 06:20

Central Bank (CBSL) Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe yesterday said the surge in vehicle imports that followed the lifting of the five-year import su ..

Sri Lanka must shift from volume to value to unlock full tourism potential: SLTDA Chairman

Thursday, 27 November 2025 06:18

Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) Chairman Buddhika Hewawasam urged the industry to pivot toward higher-value tourism, warning that the ..

Apparel exports maintain momentum, up 6.1% in first 10 months of 2025 – JAAF

Thursday, 27 November 2025 06:12

The Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF) yesterday said apparel and made-up articles exports for January to October 2025 increased by 6.12% year-on- ..

UDA to lease Pettah Floating Market to Japanese investor for $ 160 m

Thursday, 27 November 2025 06:07

The Urban Development Authority (UDA) is moving ahead with plans to lease the Pettah Floating Market Complex to a Japanese investor in a deal valued a ..

Shanthikumar calls for stronger branding, policy reforms, investment boost

Wednesday, 26 November 2025 00:26

The Hotels Association of Sri Lanka (THASL) outgoing President M. Shanthikumar on Monday in his final address to Government and members called for str ..

Govt. seeks aid from AIIB for Norochcholai–Wariyapola transmission project

Wednesday, 26 November 2025 00:24

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved authorising the CEB to proceed with long-delayed Norochcholai–Wariyapola Transmission Development Projec ..

Govt. halts new analogue TV licences as digital shift accelerates

Wednesday, 26 November 2025 00:22

The Government has moved to end the issuance of new terrestrial analogue television licences, marking a major policy step toward the country’s long- ..

SEC warns of scam by unlicenced securities firm

Wednesday, 26 November 2025 00:20

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) yesterday issued an urgent warning to the public, stating that Blue Ocean Securities Ltd. is ..

Colombo Port handles 6.2 m TEUs in first nine months, up 6.7% YoY

Tuesday, 25 November 2025 03:01

Container volumes at the Colombo Port rose 6.7% year-on-year in the first nine months of 2025 to nearly 6.2 million TEUs, up from 5.8 million TEUs a y ..

WealthTrust Securities announces Rs. 500 m IPO

Tuesday, 25 November 2025 02:58

WealthTrust Securities Ltd., (WTS) has announced its intention to launch an Initial Public Offering (IPO) of ordinary voting shares, marking a signifi ..

TiECON Sri Lanka 2026: Premier entrepreneurship summit to connect innovation with global opportunity

Tuesday, 25 November 2025 02:53

Sri Lanka’s business landscape is set for a defining moment with the launch of TiECON Sri Lanka 2026, the country’s premier entrepreneurship summi ..

ISSO makes Forbes DGEMS 200 list, poised for next-generation global scale

Tuesday, 25 November 2025 02:49

ISSO, the fast-growing, prawn-focused fast-casual dining chain from Sri Lanka, yesterday announced its recognition in the highly exclusive Forbes DGEM ..

Deputy Minister explains lack of aggressive tax measures in Budget 2026

Monday, 24 November 2025 06:10

The Government kept the 2026 Budget free of aggressive tax mobilisation proposals because households and businesses are already carrying a heavy fisca ..

NSB Group posts strong 3Q with PBT up 30% to Rs. 34.8 b

Monday, 24 November 2025 06:06

The National Savings Bank Group (NSB) has reported a solid performance for the nine months ended 30 September 2025, delivering sharp improvements in p ..

CBSL holds policy rates steady

Thursday, 27 November 2025 06:21

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) yesterday delivering the sixth and final Monetary Policy Review for 2025 announced that rates would remain unchan ..

Pent-up demand for vehicle imports stabilises – CBSL

Thursday, 27 November 2025 06:20

Central Bank (CBSL) Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe yesterday said the surge in vehicle imports that followed the lifting of the five-year import su ..

Tourism earnings to undershoot despite arrivals surge

Thursday, 27 November 2025 06:20

Sri Lanka is bracing for lower-than-expected tourism earnings following a downward revision in the estimated daily spending of visitors by the Sri Lan ..

Sri Lanka must shift from volume to value to unlock full tourism potential: SLTDA Chairman

Thursday, 27 November 2025 06:18

Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) Chairman Buddhika Hewawasam urged the industry to pivot toward higher-value tourism, warning that the ..

People’s Bank posts Rs. 43.7 b PBT in 9M

Thursday, 27 November 2025 06:14

People’s Bank has reported a Profit Before Tax (PBT) of Rs. 43.7 billion for the nine months ended 30 September 2025, delivering the best-ever resul ..

Apparel exports maintain momentum, up 6.1% in first 10 months of 2025 – JAAF

Thursday, 27 November 2025 06:12

The Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF) yesterday said apparel and made-up articles exports for January to October 2025 increased by 6.12% year-on- ..

President to attend Sri Lanka Economic and Investment Summit 2025 on opening day

Thursday, 27 November 2025 06:09

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake will attend the Sri Lanka Economic and Investment Summit 2025 on 2 December, during which he will join The Ceylon C ..

UDA to lease Pettah Floating Market to Japanese investor for $ 160 m

Thursday, 27 November 2025 06:07

The Urban Development Authority (UDA) is moving ahead with plans to lease the Pettah Floating Market Complex to a Japanese investor in a deal valued a ..

THASL new Chief shows way for $ 10 b tourism earnings

Wednesday, 26 November 2025 00:34

Sri Lanka Tourism Hotels Association (THASL) President-elect Asoka Hettigoda on Monday endorsed the Government’s target of $ 8 billion in tourism ea ..

Shanthikumar calls for stronger branding, policy reforms, investment boost

Wednesday, 26 November 2025 00:26

The Hotels Association of Sri Lanka (THASL) outgoing President M. Shanthikumar on Monday in his final address to Government and members called for str ..

Exports exceed $ 14.4 b in first 10 months

Wednesday, 26 November 2025 00:25

Sri Lanka’s export sector continues to show strong resilience, registering over $ 14.43 billion in total exports during the first 10 months of 2025, ..

Govt. seeks aid from AIIB for Norochcholai–Wariyapola transmission project

Wednesday, 26 November 2025 00:24

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved authorising the CEB to proceed with long-delayed Norochcholai–Wariyapola Transmission Development Projec ..

LB completes acquisition of 73.11% AMF stake for Rs. 4.1 b

Wednesday, 26 November 2025 00:23

LB Finance PLC yesterday said it has completed the acquisition of Associated Motor Finance Company PLC, increasing its stake to 73.11% after the manda ..

Govt. halts new analogue TV licences as digital shift accelerates

Wednesday, 26 November 2025 00:22

The Government has moved to end the issuance of new terrestrial analogue television licences, marking a major policy step toward the country’s long- ..

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Wednesday, 26 November 2025 12:05

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Wednesday, 26 November 2025 11:13

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Wednesday, 26 November 2025 10:30

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Thursday, 27 November 2025 05:36

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Thursday, 27 November 2025 05:32

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Golden mirage takes over City of Dreams Sri Lanka

Saturday, 22 November 2025 00:00

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Saturday, 22 November 2025 00:00

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Rainy day in Nugegoda: Namal as contender, Sajith’s strategic shortsightedness

Thursday, 27 November 2025 04:23

As someone who was on the Nugegoda stage with his wife ten years ago on 18 February 2015, and as the guy who read out Mahinda Rajapaksa’s message to ..

Colombo – the Venice in the Indian Ocean? Our tryst with a glacier

Thursday, 27 November 2025 03:07

What AKD missed: Sri Lanka must earn $50 b foreign exchange annually

Thursday, 27 November 2025 01:03

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Hands off the media

Thursday, 27 November 2025 04:45

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Takeover of import/export facilitation of BOI by Customs

Wednesday, 26 November 2025 00:00

Remembrance as healing, not provocation

Tuesday, 25 November 2025 01:31

Tourism beyond numbers

Monday, 24 November 2025 03:48

Dangers of indiscriminate use of antibiotics

Saturday, 22 November 2025 00:00

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Friday, 21 November 2025 04:31

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‘Big Bold Brave 2025’ Harvard APAC Regional Conference

Thursday, 20 November 2025 02:44

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Experts hail Budget for consistency, discuss implementation hurdles and opportunities

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:00

AKD unveils 2026 Budget

Saturday, 8 November 2025 01:07

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Kerner Haus shifts to asset-light property management with Nawam Mawatha deal

Cabinet approves measures to promote gem industry

Nawaloka Hospitals named Sri Lanka’s ‘Leading Hospital in AI and Innovation’ at Asia Pacific Global Health Awards 2025

Govt. to compensate weaving mill employees affected by closures

Sri Lanka Ports Authority to remit Rs. 5 b to Consolidated Fund amid record profits

Sri Lanka’s mineral sector investment opportunities promoted in UK

Sri Lankan delegation participates in CII Partnership Summit 2025 in Andhra Pradesh

HNB becomes Platinum sponsor of TiECON 2026 to power Sri Lanka’s runway to the world

Sri Lanka Economic Summit 2025 next week with over 850 participants

Cenmetrix marks 20 years of innovation and leadership in digital identity and access management

Macksons Solar sets new benchmark with largest rooftop installation

Browns Agriculture strikes Gold

Cleantech champions circular solutions at Biodiversity Sri Lanka’s 10th anniversary

Elpitiya Plantations celebrates dedication and excellence at Estate Staff Awards

Lankem Ceylon buys majority stake in York Arcade for Rs. 340.58 m

Lotus Renewable offloads 4.6% of Hatton Plantations for Rs. 297.7 m

CoPF reviews revenue performance of key Finance Ministry institutions

Seminar on ‘Impact of Budget on the National Economy’ at OPA

Sri Lankan delegation wraps up high-impact trade and investment mission in Canada

Halal Council gets recognition from Sri Lanka Standard Institution for national quality

More productivity, more support assures Govt.

United Motors announces 10 for 1 share split

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Rainy day in Nugegoda: Namal as contender, Sajith’s strategic shortsightedness

Colombo – the Venice in the Indian Ocean? Our tryst with a glacier

What AKD missed: Sri Lanka must earn $50 b foreign exchange annually

2026 Budget commits over Rs. 688 b to construction: Sector poised for acceleration

Budget 2026 and SMEs

Evaluating 2026 Budget through green energy, agriculture, and strategic investment

Sri Lanka Customs hitting record single-day revenue: A turning point or one-off?

The Baby Prince’s daydream: Opposition’s empty trump cards against AKD Govt.

Demographic red flags for the economy

Tax professionals: The backbone of ethical tax practices

Drumming “Drucker” in the Digital Age: Impacts and implications

SriLankan Airlines: Time to get Govt. out of cockpit

Power sector reform: Turning setbacks into sustainable opportunity

What if you log in one day, only to find out your life no longer belongs to you?

Are we safe from another economic crash?

Beware of the newest cyber scam: Pig Butchering

Time to bury the “6% of GDP for Education” slogan and manage with 2%

The great tea illusion

Rewarding the harvest: Why Sri Lanka must shift from input subsidies to output incentives

Is the Online Safety Act an unnecessary piece of law?

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Macksons Solar sets new benchmark with largest rooftop installation

The great tea illusion

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Govt. issues first post-default Domestic Dollar Bond under new PDMO

Court issues notice on IRD over new VAT refund scheme

Govt. calms investors about post-2028 debt repayment capacity

Sri Lankan delegation wraps up high-impact trade and investment mission in Canada

THASL new Chief shows way for $ 10 b tourism earnings

IRD says individual taxpayers reach 1.2 m with 200,000 new taxpayers in 2025

Business News

Kerner Haus shifts to asset-light property management with Nawam Mawatha deal

Cabinet approves measures to promote gem industry

Nawaloka Hospitals named Sri Lanka’s ‘Leading Hospital in AI and Innovation’ at Asia Pacific Global Health Awards 2025

Govt. to compensate weaving mill employees affected by closures

Sri Lanka Ports Authority to remit Rs. 5 b to Consolidated Fund amid record profits

Sri Lanka’s mineral sector investment opportunities promoted in UK

Sri Lankan delegation participates in CII Partnership Summit 2025 in Andhra Pradesh

HNB becomes Platinum sponsor of TiECON 2026 to power Sri Lanka’s runway to the world

Sri Lanka Economic Summit 2025 next week with over 850 participants

Cenmetrix marks 20 years of innovation and leadership in digital identity and access management

Macksons Solar sets new benchmark with largest rooftop installation

Browns Agriculture strikes Gold

Cleantech champions circular solutions at Biodiversity Sri Lanka’s 10th anniversary

Elpitiya Plantations celebrates dedication and excellence at Estate Staff Awards

Lankem Ceylon buys majority stake in York Arcade for Rs. 340.58 m

Lotus Renewable offloads 4.6% of Hatton Plantations for Rs. 297.7 m

CoPF reviews revenue performance of key Finance Ministry institutions

Seminar on ‘Impact of Budget on the National Economy’ at OPA

Sri Lankan delegation wraps up high-impact trade and investment mission in Canada

Halal Council gets recognition from Sri Lanka Standard Institution for national quality

More productivity, more support assures Govt.

United Motors announces 10 for 1 share split

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