Industry & Analysis

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

Finance

ITFC signs $1.5bn framework agreement with Maldives

ITFC has signed a five-year framework agreement with the Maldives Government to mobilise up to $1.5 billion for trade financing operations, essential commodity.

  • September 22, 2026
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Finance

NBSL expands operations with new City Office in Colombo

NBSL has expanded its operations with a new City Office on Thurstan Road in Colombo 3, strengthening its presence in the capital while.

  • September 22, 2026
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Finance

Softlogic Finance plans Rs1bn rights issue

Softlogic Finance plans to raise Rs1.002 billion through a rights issue as the non-bank financial institution seeks to strengthen its Tier 1 Capital.

  • September 22, 2026
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Manufacturing

Sri Lanka tea production Falls 3.7% in August 2026

Sri Lanka tea production fell 3.7% year-on-year in August 2026 to 18.9 million kilograms, down from 19.7 million kilograms a year earlier, as.

  • September 18, 2026
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Finance

Credit Shift: Private Credit Rises as State Credit Contracts

Credit Shift became a notable feature of Sri Lanka’s financial landscape in July 2026, as private-sector credit expanded by Rs 169.0 billion while.

  • September 18, 2026
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Finance

Sri Lanka Economic & Investment Summit 2026 to Explore Asia Growth Links

Sri Lanka Economic & Investment Summit 2026 will examine how the country can better connect with Asia’s expanding economic networks to attract investment,.

  • September 18, 2026
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Finance

Sri Lanka Rupee and Bonds Update – 17 Sept 2026

Sri Lanka rupee weakened against the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while government bond yields showed mixed movements as dealers.

  • September 17, 2026
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Manufacturing

Aberdeen Holdings Earns Carbon Neutral Certification

Aberdeen Holdings has achieved Carbon Neutral Certification from the National Cleaner Production Centre (NCPC), marking a significant milestone in the diversified business group’s.

  • September 17, 2026
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Finance

Sri Lanka’s Printcare to raise Rs700mn in rights issue

Sri Lanka’s Printcare to raise Rs700mn in rights issue as the company seeks fresh capital for investment and working capital, with shareholders offered.

  • September 16, 2026
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Apparel and Fashion

Gem Sri Lanka 2027 woos Thailand buyers

Gem Sri Lanka 2027 is being positioned as a key platform to deepen Sri Lanka’s gem and jewellery trade with Thailand, following a.

  • September 16, 2026
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