Business News

CEPA Hosted Lecture Highlights AI Threats Calls for Inclusive Digital and Labour Market Reforms in Sri Lanka

A guest lecture organised by the Centre for Poverty Analysis (CEPA) today brought together leading economists who cautioned that the rapid acceleration of artificial intelligence (AI), without parallel investments in inclusive digital infrastructure and labour-market reforms, could deepen inequality and leave significant sections of Sri Lanka’s workforce at risk.

TikTok launches guide to combat misinformation during floods in Sri Lanka

TikTok has announced the launch of a new search guide designed to help users in Sri Lanka access authoritative and up-to-date information during the ongoing floods after cyclone Ditwah.

SLT MOBITEL launches free 247 Helpline to support flood affected communities

Caring for communities affected by the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah, SLT-MOBITEL has introduced the free ‘247 Helpline’, in collaboration with the University of Colombo, offering round-the-clock medical advice.

SampathCards Makes Magical Moments Memorable This Season with Exclusive Discounts Up to 60

SampathCards is ushering in the season of celebration with an exciting lineup of offers that promise to make this festive period truly rewarding for all Sampath Credit and Debit Cardholders.

Acuity Knowledge Partners rebrands to Acuity Analytics and launches new website

Acuity Knowledge Partners today announced its rebrand to Acuity Analytics, the new trading name for the firm.

AIA Insurance Lanka triumphs at CSE Masterminds Quiz 2025 as First Runner Up and Sector Winner

AIA Insurance Lanka is proud to announce its outstanding performance at the 7th edition of the CSE Masterminds Quiz, held recently at the Shangri-La Colombo.

CHEC Port City Colombo Pvt Ltd Extends Rs.10 Million and Critical On Ground Support to National Recovery Efforts Following Cyclone Ditwahs Devastation

As Sri Lanka confronts the heartbreaking aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah, one of the most devastating natural disasters in the nation’s recent history, the country has witnessed people and organisations coming together in an extraordinary show of solidarity.

LankaPropertyWeb Appoints Tharindu Jayarathne as Chief Operating Officer

LankaPropertyWeb (LPW), Sri Lanka’s leading real estate platform, has appointed Tharindu Jayarathne as Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective 6 November 2025.

WealthTrust Securities Limited Announces Rs.500 Million IPO Following Successful Nedia Launch and Investor Forum

Colombo, Sri Lanka – December 3, 2025 – WealthTrust Securities Limited (WTS), one of Sri Lanka’s leading non-bank Primary Dealers, has announced the formal commencement of its Initial Public Offering (IPO) process, following the successful conclusion of its Media Launch and Investor Forum held earlier this week.

HNB partners with Damro for Solar Loan solutions

HNB PLC, one of Sri Lanka’s most trusted financial institutions, has entered into a strategic partnership with Damro, a reputed solar energy solutions provider, to offer affordable financing options that support the country’s shift toward renewable energy.