Category: Business and Economy

First Capital Treasuries PLC, a pioneering force in the investment sector in Sri Lanka, has revolutionized the way customers bid at Treasury Bill (T-bill) and Treasury bond (T-bond) auctions by introducing a seamless solution via the widely popular WhatsApp platform. In collaboration with Yenasys, First Capital has successfully integrated this innovative system, providing its clients…

First Capital Holdings PLC (the Group), a leading financial solutions provider, has reported a Total Comprehensive Income of Rs. 4.53Bn for the nine months ended 31 December 2024, demonstrating its ability to capitalise on market opportunities and drive sustained growth. While last year’s bottom-line result of Rs. 9.35Bn was bolstered by extraordinary gains from falling…

Marx எனும் வர்த்தகநாமத்தரின் கீழ் செயற்படும் CrossBorder Payments (Pvt) Ltd, இலங்கையின் நிதி தொழில்நுட்ப (fintech) துறையில் ஒரு முன்னணி சக்தியாக விளங்குகின்றது. நிறுவனம் அதன் ஐந்தாவது வருட நிறைவை பெருமையுடன் கொண்டாடும் இவ்வேளையில் படைப்பாற்றல், ஈடுகொடுக்கும் தன்மை, புரட்சிகர செல்வாக்கு ஆகிய அதன் கடந்து வந்த பாதையைக் காண்பிக்கிறது. நிறுவனம் அதன் ஆரம்பத்திலிருந்து ஒரு நம்பிக்கைக்குரிய ஆரம்ப நிலை வணிகமாக இருந்து தற்போது ஒரு முன்னோடியான நிதி தொழில்நுட்பமாக மாறியுள்ளது. அனைத்து மட்டத்திலான நிறுவனங்களுக்கும்…

Recognizing the paramount importance of a strong digital presence in today’s business landscape, Impactr, an organization dedicated to upskilling, digital technology, and community empowerment, launched its Founder Workshop Series in Colombo. The series aims to equip entrepreneurs, business owners, and startups with essential skills for growth. On February 25th, 2025, the inaugural workshop, focusing on…

The First Capital Sailing Nationals 2025 showcased precision, skill, and adventure on the open water. Held on February 25th and 26th at the National Sailing Centre, Crow Island, Mattakkuliya, the event was organized by the Yachting Association of Sri Lanka, with First Capital Holdings as the title sponsor. The competition concluded with an awards ceremony,…

At MWC Barcelona 2025, the Broadband Development Congress (BDC), hosted by the World Broadband Association (WBBA), was a resounding success. Themed “Smarter Broadband: Investment. Innovation. Intelligence,” the congress attracted over 200 industry leaders from global industry organizations, standards organizations, government agencies, carriers, and device vendors. Attendees exchanged views on key issues, including the Net5.5G evolution…

Delmege Forsyth Energy Pvt Ltd, a subsidiary of Delmege Ltd, is proud to announce its appointment as the sole official ‘Macro Distributor of Shell Lubricants in Sri Lanka’ effective December 2024. This strategic partnership marks a significant milestone in the company’s journey towards delivering world-class brands to the Sri Lankan market. Shell, a global leader…

As the world unites to celebrate International Women’s Day 2025, Shangri-La Hambantota embraces this year’s theme, “Accelerate Action”, by strengthening its commitment to women’s empowerment, leadership and inclusivity. With 20% of its workforce comprising talented, dedicated women, the resort continues to break barriers, foster career growth and create lasting opportunities for women in hospitality and…