Category: Business and Economy

Unveiling Sri Lanka’s Economic and Investment Outlook for 2025 First Capital, one of Sri Lanka’s most respected investment institutions, is set to host the 11th Edition of its renowned ‘First Capital Colombo Investor Symposium’ on January 17, 2025, at the Cinnamon Grand, Colombo. As one of the largest and most significant investor events in the…

Wins ‘Export Brand of the Year 2024’ – Bronze Alumex PLC was honoured with the Bronze Award in the highly coveted ‘Export Brand of the Year 2024’ category at the SLIM Brand Excellence Awards recently for the first time. This prestigious accolade celebrates Alumex’s exceptional achievements in building a powerful and globally recognised export brand.…

First Capital, a pioneering force in the investment sector was awarded the coveted title of Sector Winner in the Investment Banking Sector at the 10th annual CMA Excellence in Integrated Reporting Awards on 3rd December 2024, at Hotel Taj Samudra, Colombo. This prestigious event, organised by the Institute of Certified Management Accountants of Sri Lanka…

DIMO, the diversified conglomerate in Sri Lanka, recently opened its latest DIMO CAREHUB located at Chilaw Road, Horagolla, Marawila, in Puttalam District. The company’s dedication to strengthening the North Western Province’s economy and improving community access to top-notch services and solutions is demonstrated by this strategic expansion.  Located in Sri Lanka’s west coast between Negombo…

First Capital Treasuries PLC, a subsidiary of First Capital Holdings PLC, is pleased to announce the appointment of Channa de Silva as an Independent Non-Executive Director to the Company’s Board of Directors, with effect from 1st January 2025. Channa de Silva is the Chairman of Sarvodaya Development Finance PLC, a position he has held since…

First Capital Treasuries PLC is pleased to announce the appointment of Sachith Perera, Chief Executive Officer of First Capital Treasuries as a Non-Independent Executive Director to the company’s Board with effect from 1st January 2025. Sachith is a seasoned financial market professional with over 30 years of experience in treasury and balance sheet management, as…

Power World Gyms, Sri Lanka’s largest fitness chain, recently marked its 30th anniversary with a month-long celebration of fitness challenges and events throughout October. The exciting activities were held for gym members and included: END. About Power World Since its inception in 1994, Power World Gyms has been dedicated to promoting universal fitness accessibility and…

Cleantech (Pvt) Ltd, a leading provider of integrated waste management solutions, recently launched a ground-breaking project to encourage recycling and environmental sustainability in the suburban areas surrounding Rajagiriya, Angoda, Battaramulla, Narahenpita, and Kolonnawa. The main impact on these areas is a lack of recycling facilities and inappropriate waste dumping, which is a significant waste management…

Janashakthi Life is proud to announce the successful completion of the Janashakthi Shilpa Shakthi Year 5 Scholarship Programme, a milestone initiative that has provided inclusive and equitable quality education to young students across Sri Lanka. The programme, which has been running for more than 10 consecutive years, continues to inspire and promote lifelong learning opportunities…