SDB bank continues journey of sustainable improvement
With over 28 years of existence in the development banking landscape, SDB bank continued to deliver sustainable financial performance during the third quarter of 2025, reflecting the Bank’s sound fundamentals, disciplined balance sheet management, and continued focus on inclusive and purpose-driven banking. Demonstrating
Sampath Bank Honoured at the Presidential Environmental Awards 2025 for its Commitment to a Greener Sri Lanka
Sampath Bank PLC was honoured at the 11th Annual Presidential Environmental Awards 2025, organised by the Central Environmental Authority (CEA), held recently at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH), Colombo. The ceremony took place under the distinguished patronage of Honourable Anura Kumara
JF Packaging IPO Oversubscribed Over Six Times
Generating active and broad-based interest from investors, the Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Ordinary Voting Shares of JF Packaging Limited was heavily oversubscribed within hours of its opening at 9.30am on 30th October 2025. Accordingly, the offer was closed at 4.30 PM on
InsureMe Expands Leadership Team with New Board Appointments
Since 2016, InsureMe has been transforming Sri Lanka’s insurance industry as the country’s first end-to-end digital insurance aggregator, licensed by the Insurance Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (IRCSL). Built on innovation and trust, InsureMe makes insurance simple, transparent, and accessible through its proprietary
DFCC Bank to Acquire Standard Chartered Bank’s Wealth and Retail Banking Business in Sri Lanka
DFCC Bank PLC (“DFCC Bank”) is pleased to announce that it has entered into a binding Business Sale Agreement with Standard Chartered Bank, United Kingdom, acting through its branch in Sri Lanka (“SCB Sri Lanka”), to acquire the wealth and retail banking business
DFCC Bank and APLA Partner to Empower Sri Lanka’s Private Lecturers Through the Freelancer Proposition
Having long recognised the vital role private lecturers play in shaping Sri Lanka’s education landscape, DFCC Bank has taken a major step to usher in financial inclusivity to this dynamic sector. The Bank has partnered with the All-Island Private Lecturers’ Association (APLA) to
BoardPAC Achieves Carbon Neutral Certification for the Fourth Consecutive Year, Reinforcing Global ESG Leadership
BoardPAC, the global leader in digital board meeting automation, has proudly secured the Carbon Neutral Certification for 2024, marking the fourth consecutive year the company has achieved this milestone. The certification, awarded by the Sri Lanka Climate Fund (SLCF) under the Ministry of
DFCC Bank Sustains Growth Momentum in Q3-2025
DFCC Bank maintained its robust performance for the period ended 30 September 2025, underscoring its financial resilience and the success of its strategic initiatives. The Bank delivered solid results during this period, with consistent growth across key performance indicators. Loan and deposit volumes
Xiteb® shines at Asia eCommerce Awards 2025
Bringing pride to Sri Lanka, xCommerz®, the next-generation online commerce platform by Xiteb® (Pvt) Ltd., clinched the Silver Award for “Best eCommerce Innovation” at the prestigious Asia eCommerce Awards 2025, held at the Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore. This milestone marks the first time a
Royal Palms Beach Hotel, Kalutara, recognised for outstanding CSR and ESG commitment at SATA 2025
Royal Palms Beach Hotel (RPBH) in Kalutara, Sri Lanka, part of the Tangerine Group of Hotels, stands as a leading example of how hospitality sector can seamlessly integrate with Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles. The hotel’s operations

