The high-value manufacturing and export sector in Sri Lanka received a significant enhancement today with the inauguration of a cutting-edge facility by Asahi Dyes and […]
Author: Sienna De Silva
Sri Lanka’s 2026 Kite Festival Set to Elevate Tourism Ambitions
Sri Lanka is gearing up for a significant increase in tourist activity with the upcoming Derana Digital Colombo International Kite Festival 2026, which will feature […]
Ceylon Chamber and Southern Gujarat Chamber Reinstate MoU, Strengthening Business Ties Between Sri Lanka and Gujarat
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce and the Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SGCCI) from Surat, India, have officially renewed their Memorandum of Understanding […]
John Keells Foundation Honors Commitment to Purposeful Volunteerism During 2026 Volunteer Recognition Event
The John Keells Foundation (JKF), the corporate social responsibility branch of the John Keells Group, organized its annual Volunteer Recognition Day, honoring the significant contributions […]
PickMe Introduces Colombo Connect: A Digital Gateway at Lotus Tower
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – PickMe, a prominent ride-hailing service in Sri Lanka, has launched “Colombo Connect,” a new initiative aimed at merging the tourism, cultural, and […]
Hikvision Sri Lanka Backs FITIS Cricket Tournament to Promote Collaboration within the Industry
Hikvision Sri Lanka has reaffirmed its dedication to enhancing industry connections beyond the realm of technology by serving as the Powered-by Sponsor for the recent […]
Tokyo Cement Achieves Consistent Q1 Results for FY26/27 as Market Shows Signs of Recovery
Tokyo Cement Group has reported a turnover of Rs. 15,836 million and a Profit After Tax (PAT) of Rs. 635 million for the first quarter […]
Sri Lanka’s Stock Market Ascends, Driven by Diverse Financial Sector Gains
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – On Friday afternoon, the indices of the Colombo Stock Exchange in Sri Lanka showed an upward trend, according to data from the […]
Cinnamon Unveils Destination Event Calendar to Enhance Colombo’s Entertainment Scene
Cinnamon Box Office (CBO) has officially launched its Destination Event Calendar, signifying a pivotal advancement in the entertainment sector of Sri Lanka. The event took […]
Hemas Maintains First Quarter Revenue Despite Market Fluctuations; Intensifies Efforts on Margin Enhancement
Performance Overview for the Quarter Ending June 30, 2026 The Group achieved a revenue total of Rs. 28.77 billion during the first quarter of FY27, […]
Cinnamon unveils innovative AI-driven platform to enhance tourism in Colombo
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – Cinnamon Hotels and Resorts has introduced a series of initiatives designed to enhance Colombo’s “soft power,” with the goal of establishing Sri […]
Sri Lankan Rupee Trades at 335.48/55 Against the US Dollar as Bond Yields Decline
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – On Friday, the Sri Lankan rupee was valued at 335.48/55 against the US dollar in the spot market, a slight decrease from […]
Oil prices climb amid worries about the potential reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
On Friday, oil prices continued to rise amidst growing apprehensions regarding the potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Iran, in collaboration with Oman, proposed […]
Dialog Celebrates Sri Lanka’s Medalists from the Commonwealth Games
Dialog Axiata PLC, the leading connectivity provider in Sri Lanka and an avid supporter of sports, celebrated the remarkable achievements of Rumesh Tharanga and Palitha […]
ANALYSIS – The Controversy Surrounding the Proposal to Increase Judges’ Retirement Age in Sri Lanka
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – The administration of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in Sri Lanka is set to increase the compulsory retirement age for judges by two […]
CSE Reaches Seven-Month Peak as Rs. 12.23 Billion in Turnover Fueled by Commercial Credit Transaction
The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) experienced a significant trading day on June 6, with daily turnover exceeding the impressive Rs. 12 billion threshold. At the […]
Sri Lankan Rupee Settles at 335.55/80 Against US Dollar, Bond Yields Remain Steady
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – On Thursday, the Sri Lankan rupee settled at 335.55/80 against the US dollar in the spot market, maintaining the same level as […]
Sri Lanka Secures Additional Rs14 Billion in Treasury Bills Following Successful Auction
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – Sri Lanka has successfully issued treasury bills amounting to 14 billion rupees, with average interest rates recorded at 9.77%, 9.99%, and 10.19%, […]
