Nations Trust Bank (NTB) partnered with the National Chamber of Exporters of Sri Lanka (NCE) to support Sri Lankan exporters and strengthen export‑led economic growth across the country. Through this collaboration, both NTB and NCE will work together to enable exporters through networking opportunities, extensive knowledge sharing platforms, recognition initiatives, and practical business enablement programmes….
The Colombo stock market witnessed a notable recovery today (18), providing some relief to investors after a steep decline over five consecutive sessions. The All Share Price Index (ASPI) gained 222.54 points during the day, closing at 20,640.63 by the end of trading. However, the S&P SL20 Index recorded only a marginal increase, closing at…
A prolonged Middle East conflict could create new credit challenges for developed market (DM) sovereigns in Europe and Asia, primarily through higher energy and borrowing costs, rising inflation and weaker economic growth, Fitch Ratings says. Fiscal support measures to cushion households and firms could weigh on budget deficit and government debt trajectories, while financing conditions…
By Felix Fernando, Chairman, Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF) Sri Lanka’s apparel industry has earned its place in the global market through consistency, trust, and a strong reputation for ethical manufacturing. Over many years, we have shown that Sri Lanka can deliver quality, compliance, and reliability at a level that global brands value. That foundation…
The Sri Lanka Association of Manufacturers and Exporters of Rubber Products (SLAMERP) recently celebrated its 40th Anniversary, marking four decades of contribution to the growth and global recognition of Sri Lanka’s value-added rubber products industry. The commemorative event brought together key industry leaders, government officials, and stakeholders to reflect on the association’s journey since its…
Commits support to ‘Diversity & Inclusion’ and ‘Water & Ocean Stewardship’ Groups Engagement strengthens Bank’s leadership in sustainability, ESG knowledge sharing and responsible finance The Commercial Bank of Ceylon has taken a leadership role in advancing key sustainability priorities of the United Nations Global Compact Network Sri Lanka by becoming a Patron of Network Sri…
SriLankan Airlines wishes to alert customers to social media scams circulating on Facebook, WhatsApp and other platforms, often sent from both known and unknown contacts, featuring fake offers that misuse the SriLankan Airlines name, logo and brand. SriLankan Airlines will never request payments, OTPs, credit card details, bank information or any other financial details via…
Reuters – Asian shares rallied on Wednesday as oil prices paused their gains, with markets turning to the U.S. Federal Reserve meeting to see how policymakers will balance growth and inflation risks amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Israel intensified its offensive by killing Iran’s security chief, while Iran renewed its strikes on…
Reuters – Oil prices eased on Wednesday to pare back some of Tuesday’s sharp gains after the Iraqi government and Kurdish authorities reached a deal to resume oil exports via Turkey’s Ceyhan port, providing modest relief to concerns about Middle East supplies. But with no signs of a de-escalation of the Iran conflict, which has…
Sri Lanka’s economy recorded a 5.0% growth in 2025, with all key sectors contributing positively, according to the Department of Census and Statistics Sri Lanka. The country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) at constant prices increased to Rs. 13,128,577 million in 2025, up from Rs. 12,508,954 million in 2024. At current prices, GDP rose by 8.8%…
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