BOC makes history as only Sri Lankan bank in World’s Top 500 Banking Brands 2026
BOC makes history as only Sri Lankan bank in World’s Top 500 Banking Brands 2026, marking a significant milestone for the country’s financial
Business
Tourism
Sri Lanka February tourism revenue down 4.3 pct
Sri Lanka February tourism revenue down 4.3 pct, according to official data, even as the island nation recorded a surge in tourist arrivals
Technological Advancements
AI-related risks rising for software, media, and services corporates
AI-related risks rising for software, media, and services corporates, according to a new report by Fitch Ratings, which warns that artificial intelligence could
Energy
Sri Lanka explores Russian fuel purchase after U.S. lifts sanctions
Sri Lanka explores Russian fuel purchase after U.S. lifts sanctions, opening discussions with Moscow as the island nation looks to secure fuel supplies
Forex Market
Sri Lanka Rupee and Bonds Update – 16 Mar 2026
Sri Lanka sells extra Rs4bn Treasury bonds after auction, adding to the government’s borrowing this week and bringing the total volume of Treasury
Real Estate
TMC Colombo to host seminar on Condominium Property
TMC Colombo to host seminar on Condominium Property as Sri Lanka’s rapidly expanding apartment sector continues to raise new questions about ownership rights,
Tourism
John Keells Hotels to sell Cinnamon Citadel owner
John Keells Hotels to sell Cinnamon Citadel owner as part of a Rs. 2.78 billion transaction with Lavendish Leisure, marking a strategic shift
Economics
Oil tops $100 despite global reserve release
Oil tops $100 despite global reserve release as escalating tensions in the Middle East continue to rattle energy markets, driving crude prices higher
Economics
Advocata praises fuel price hike, urges CPC transparency
Advocata praises fuel price hike, urges transparency in CPC formula, saying the government’s unexpected mid-month revision of fuel prices helped prevent hoarding and
Economics
Ceylon Chamber of Commerce hosts high-level evening with diplomats
Ceylon Chamber of Commerce hosts high-level evening with diplomats, bringing together representatives from Sri Lanka’s business, government, and diplomatic communities to strengthen dialogue,