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Sampath Bank’s ‘Wewata Jeewayak’ Restores Tanks, Uplifts Farmers

Sampath Bank PLC’s ‘Wewata Jeewayak’ programme continues its mission to restore Sri Lanka’s ancient irrigation tanks, ensuring a reliable water supply for farmers.

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HNB Assurance Group Posts 21% GWP Growth and Strong Financial Performance in 2024

The HNB Assurance Group, consisting of HNB Assurance PLC (HNBA) and HNB General Insurance (HNBGI), recorded a 21% growth in Gross Written Premium.

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Sri Lanka’s Dialog Axiata Records 4.5% Profit Growth in Q4 2024

Sri Lanka’s Dialog Axiata, a leading player in mobile, fixed access telephony, and pay television, reported a 4.5% increase in profit to 6.77.

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LAN 2025 Kick-Off: Networking, New Leadership, and Fund II Plans

The Lankan Angel Network (LAN) kicked off 2025 with a high-energy event at Monsoon, bringing together investors, entrepreneurs, and key ecosystem partners. Distinguished.

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Pro-Business Budget, but Implementation is Key: Murtaza

Advocata Institute Chairman Murtaza Jafferjee described the 2025 Budget as pro-business, emphasizing that successful implementation would be crucial for economic progress. Speaking at.

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CIC Holdings Posts Rs. 64.6 Billion Revenue with Strong Sectoral Performance in 9MFY25

CIC Holdings PLC, a leading diversified conglomerate, reported a 7.49% year-on-year (YoY) increase in consolidated revenue, reaching Rs. 64.66 billion for the nine.

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Richard Pieris Group PBT Soars 137% to Rs. 5.4 Billion

Richard Pieris Group, one of Sri Lanka’s largest and most diversified conglomerates, recorded a remarkable 137% increase in Profit Before Tax (PBT), reaching.

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Japanese Firms in Sri Lanka Concerned Over Instability and Policy Uncertainty: JETRO

Japanese firms operating in Sri Lanka have expressed major concerns over political and social instability, unclear government policy management, and currency volatility, according.

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Sunshine Holdings’ Revenue Reaches Rs. 45.2 Billion in 9MFY25 Amid Strong Healthcare Performance

Diversified conglomerate Sunshine Holdings reported a consolidated revenue of Rs. 45.2 billion for the nine months ending 31 December 2024 (9MFY25), marking a.

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HNB Investment Bank Set to Transform Sri Lanka’s Financial Landscape

Hatton National Bank PLC (HNB) has successfully acquired full ownership of Acuity Partners Ltd., rebranding it as HNB Investment Bank. This move aims.

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