Industry Analysis

Examining specific industries such as technology, healthcare, finance, and manufacturing, including trends, challenges, and opportunities within each sector.

Finance

Dialog Axiata Reports Decline in Revenue and Profit for June Quarter

Dialog Axiata PLC’s performance for the quarter ending June 2024 was disappointing, with a decline in revenue and increased overhead costs impacting the.

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Finance

Sri Lanka’s Positive Growth Momentum Expected to Continue: CB Governor

Sri Lanka’s positive economic growth, seen in early 2024, is likely to continue, supported by low inflation and a stable exchange rate, according.

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Finance

Fitch Upgrades Habib Bank Sri Lanka to ‘AA-(lka)’ with Stable Outlook

Fitch Ratings has upgraded the national long-term rating of Habib Bank Limited – Sri Lanka Branch (HBLSL) to ‘AA-(lka)’, up from ‘A(lka)’. The.

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Industry Analysis

Sampath Bank to Raise Rs. 10 Billion via Basel III Compliant Debentures

Sampath Bank has announced plans to raise up to Rs. 10 billion via Basel III compliant, tier 2, listed, rated, unsecured, subordinated, redeemable.

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Finance

DFCC Bank Sells Sovereign Bonds, Records Provision Reversal

DFCC Bank has reported a partial sale of its Sri Lankan sovereign bond holdings, resulting in a loss of 2.17 billion rupees. This.

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Finance

HNB to Raise Up to Rs12 Bn Through Debenture Issue

Hatton National Bank Plc (HNB) is set to raise up to Rs12 billion through a new debenture issue, the bank announced. The debentures,.

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Industry Analysis

Union Assurance Teams Up with Union Chemists for Discounts and Enhanced Benefits

Union Assurance, Sri Lanka’s leading life insurer, is enhancing its customer support by partnering with Union Chemists, a renowned pharmaceutical provider with over.

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Industry Analysis

AIA Sales Convention 2024 Honors Top Performers with Innovation

AIA Insurance recently hosted the AIA Sales Convention 2024 at Shangri-La Colombo, under the inspiring theme ‘WINGS UP – to fly beyond Everest’..

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Finance

Sampath Bank Reports 45% Increase in PAT for 1H 2024

Sampath Bank announced a significant financial performance for the first half of 2024, with a 45% increase in profit after tax (PAT) to.

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Finance

Amãna Bank Expands Self-Banking Services with New Centre in Kattankudy

Amãna Bank has inaugurated its latest self-banking centre at Kattankudy Beach Road, marking a significant expansion in its network. This new facility, located.

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