NDB Investment Bank Limited has successfully syndicated a five-year, 40 million US dollar loan for Maldives Airport Company Limited, with the deal being led by […]
Category: Business
News and analysis on Sri Lanka’s corporate sector, industries, entrepreneurship, trade, and business policy developments.
Sri Lanka-Canada Business Council Celebrates 35 Years of Strengthening Bilateral Relations
The Sri Lanka–Canada Business Council (SLCBC) of The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated 35 years of promoting business between Sri Lanka and Canada during […]
Sri Lanka’s Tourism Revenue Declines by 5.6% from January to December
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – Sri Lanka’s foreign exchange revenue from tourism in January 2026 decreased by 5.6 percent compared to the same month in the previous […]
Sri Lanka Unveils National Branding Initiative: “Edges of Sri Lanka”
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – The launch of “Edges of Sri Lanka,” a national branding initiative aimed at promoting the island in global markets, took place alongside […]
Sri Lanka Highlights Investment Opportunities at Paris Business Forum
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – Sri Lanka’s potential for investment and trade was highlighted at a business forum organized in collaboration with MEDEF, the French business federation, […]
Investor Forum in Port City Colombo Showcases Sri Lanka’s Remarkable Transformation
Sri Lanka conveyed a strong message of confidence, reform, and long-term opportunity at the Exclusive Port City Colombo Investor Forum held on January 27, 2026, […]
Sri Lanka Regulator Prolongs Suspension of Sanasa Life Insurance
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – The Insurance Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka has announced an extension of the suspension of Sanasa Life Insurance Co PLC’s registration for […]
Sri Lankan Cabinet Endorses Ambitious Renewable Energy Initiative
Sri Lanka’s cabinet of ministers has approved the Renewable Energy Resources Development Plan for 2025-2030, as announced by Minister Nalinda Jayatissa. This plan was developed […]
Sri Lanka Sees 9.7% Surge in Tourist Arrivals for January 2026
According to data released by the Tourism Development Authority, Sri Lanka experienced a 9.7 percent increase in tourist arrivals, reaching a total of 277,327 visitors […]
IFC Commits $20 Million to Fund John Keells Port Terminal in Sri Lanka
The International Finance Corporation (IFC), based in Washington, is preparing a financing package valued at $20 million for South Asia Gateway Terminals (SAGT), a subsidiary […]
Sri Lanka’s CPC Reduces Diesel and Petrol Prices by Rs.2 Amid Global Price Drop and Rupee Depreciation
Sri Lanka’s state-owned Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) has announced a reduction in the prices of White Diesel and Octane 92, decreasing each by Rs. 2. […]
Sri Lanka Finalizes Agreement with RPCs to Boost Estate Sector Wages
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Plantation and Community Infrastructure has formalized an agreement with regional plantation companies (RPCs) to raise the daily wages […]
CBSL investigates 18 over alleged illegal plantation investment schemes
Central Bank Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe said the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) is investigating 18 institutions and individuals suspected of illegally accepting deposits […]
Sri Lanka Sees Decline in Hotel Bookings This January, Reports Chamber Chief
Hotel reservations by tourists in Sri Lanka have seen a slight decline this month, potentially due to the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah in November, despite […]
HNB Partners with Baili Investments to Launch Home Loans for Silk Rajagiriya
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – Hatton National Bank of Sri Lanka has announced a partnership with Baili Investments Lanka (Pvt) Ltd to offer home loans for Silk […]
Sri Lanka Unveils First E-Gates to Enhance Border Security and Health Resilience
Sri Lanka has inaugurated its first Automated Border Control (ABC) e-gates at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), marking a significant step towards establishing a modern aviation […]
Sri Lanka Seeks Proposals for Innovative Phosphate Value Addition Initiative
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – The Sri Lankan cabinet has given the green light to solicit project proposals for a value addition initiative involving rock phosphate, which […]
Sri Lanka’s Coconut Exports Soar to Record Heights in 2025; Rubber Declines, Tea Sees Modest Rise
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – According to government data, revenue from Sri Lanka’s coconut-based products reached a record high last year, showing a remarkable 43 percent growth. […]