Category: Business and Economy

Union Bank Opens Third Leasing Hub in Matara

Union Bank recently opened its third Leasing Hub in Matara, offering faster and more convenient leasing solutions to customers. Union Bank Leasing Hubs serve as dedicated one-stop centres for all leasing requirements, providing easy access, speedy service, and an enhanced customer experience. In addition to delivering greater convenience, these hubs contribute significantly to the growth…

By Off

Binance Invests $100 Million in Circle, Expands Strategic Partnership and Renews for Five Years

New five-year agreement focuses on promotion of USDC globally Binance today announced a $100 million equity investment in Circle Internet Group, Inc. (NYSE: CRCL) and the expansion and renewal of its strategic partnership to promote USDC across Binance’s global platform. The new arrangement has a term of five years. Under the expanded partnership, Binance will…

By Off

Nations Trust Bank advances business dialogue through ‘Beyond Ordinary – Nations Business Advisory’ platform

Nations Trust Bank continues to convene business leaders and entrepreneurs through Beyond Ordinary – Nations Business Advisory, a knowledge-sharing platform designed to provide timely economic insights, expert perspectives, and meaningful business connections that support informed decision-making in a dynamic business environment. The platform serves as a forum for engaging discussions on key economic and business…

By Off

Sri Lanka–Nordic Business Council hosts ‘Members Day and Panel Discussion’

The Sri Lanka–Nordic Business Council (SLNORBC) of The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce hosted its Members’ Day and Panel Discussion under the theme ‘Skills, Start-ups and Innovation: Developing the Next Generation of Partnerships’, bringing together business leaders, entrepreneurs and policymakers from Sri Lanka and the Nordic region to discuss opportunities for collaboration in innovation-driven sectors. The…

By Off

Entrepreneurship experts urge accountants to move from precision to dominance

Entrepreneurship required chartered accountants and company secretaries to go beyond reading financial statements and to actively shape business decisions. Delivering the opening keynote, Professor Dean- Strategic Initiatives – Delhi Metropolitan Education Dr. Poorva Ranjan made these observations addressing the AAT Sri Lanka Conference 2026 held in Battaramulla recently. “When you go through financial statements, you…

By Off

DFCC Bank-Powered 1333 Bikeathon Concludes on World Suicide Prevention Day, Taking the 1333 Lifeline Across Sri Lanka

After 13 days and 1,333 kilometres across Sri Lanka, the riders of the 1333 Bikeathon reached Viharamahadevi Park on 10 September, World Suicide Prevention Day. The ride had ended. But the conversations it started, and the number it carried, remained. As they travelled through towns and communities, the riders met people, spoke about mental wellbeing…

By Off

DIMO Agribusinesses Strengthens SWARAJ Customer Support Ahead of Maha Season through “SWARAJ Parapura”

DIMO Agribusinesses, the sole authorized distributor for SWARAJ tractors in Sri Lanka, recently concluded this year’s “SWARAJ Parapura” initiative, further strengthening its commitment to providing reliable after-sales support and an enhanced ownership experience to SWARAJ tractor owners across the country. Conducted under the theme “දොරින් දොරට ගෙවදින සබැදියාව” for the fourth consecutive year, the programme…

By Off

Sri Lanka Tourism strengthens presence in Middle Eastern Market participating in ATM 2026

Sri Lanka Tourism successfully concluded its participation at the 33rd Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, held from September 14 to 17 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, further strengthening Sri Lanka’s presence and engagement in the Middle Eastern tourism market Held under the theme “Travel 2040: Driving New Frontiers Through Innovation and Technology,” ATM 2026…

By Off