Fastest-Growing Startups 2025: Profiles of High-Potential Firms
The "Fast 20" list for 2025 has been released, highlighting the most dynamic startups in Sri Lanka. This year's list is dominated by Agritech and Fin...
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Dilini Fernando
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Dilini covers business, trade, and economic topics for Lanka Websites. She writes about imports and exports, small business development, finance, and the Sri Lankan economy.
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Chinese Investments in AI, Robotics, and EVs: Industrial Pivot
Sri Lanka is witnessing a surge in high-tech investments from China, specifically targeting the Artificial Intelligence, robotics, and Electric Vehic...
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Financial Rebound in 2025: Credit Risks and Stability Warnings
While 2025 has been a year of recovery, the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has issued a prudent warning regarding underlying credit risks. In its l...
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SSCL Removal Lifts Banking EPS Over 5% for 2026
The Ministry of Finance's decision to sunset the Social Security Contribution Levy (SSCL) has been met with enthusiasm by the Colombo Stock Exchange....
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MSME Loan Extensions Approved: Banking Sector’s Cyclone Response
The Sri Lanka Banks' Association (SLBA) has announced a consensus among member banks to grant loan extensions to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises...
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Cyclone Ditwah's Toll on Tourism and Exports: Recovery Timelines
The tourism and export sectors are facing a challenging Q1 2026 following the devastation of Cyclone Ditwah. While major resort chains in the south r...
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Economic Resilience Amid Geopolitical Shifts: Double FDI Inflows Analyzed
Sri Lanka has recorded a remarkable doubling of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflows in 2025, a surge attributed to the island's strategic positio...
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Industry Recovery Foster Programme Supports 16,476 Businesses
The Ministry of Industries reported today that the "Industry Recovery Foster Programme" has successfully extended support to 16,476 businesses affect...
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StartupSL Platform Revived to Connect Freelancers and Investors
The StartupSL platform has been officially relaunched with new features designed to connect freelancers and early-stage founders with global investor...
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Sri Lanka's Startup Ecosystem Valued at $821M
Sri Lanka’s startup ecosystem has reached a cumulative valuation of $821 million, according to the latest global startup ecosystem reports. This valu...
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Bank of Ceylon Issues Record Sustainability Bond for Green Recovery
The Bank of Ceylon (BOC) has successfully raised record capital through its latest Sustainability Bond issuance. The funds are strictly allocated for...
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Govt Refinances Rs. 25M Business Loans at 2-3% to Aid SMEs
In a major relief measure for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) battered by the recent cyclone, the Ministry of Finance has announced a refinancing...
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