CSE and NCE Partner to Empower Sri Lankan Exporters

Businesscafe - The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) and the National Chamber of Exporters of Sri Lanka (NCE) entered into a strategic partnership to support Sri Lankan exporters by enhancing their access to capital market opportunities and broadening visibility for their businesses.

CSE Launches XBRL System to Enhance Financial Reporting for Listed Companies

Businesscafe - The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), in collaboration with the Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) and the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka), has embarked on a significant initiative to introduce the eXtensible Business Reporting Language (XBRL) for listed entities in Sri Lanka.

DFCC Bank leads the charge in sustainability with LKR 500 Mn investment in AFCs Green Bond

Businesscafe - Further reinforcing its leadership in sustainable finance, DFCC Bank has become the largest investor in Alliance Finance Company PLC’s (AFC) Green Bond Issue, investing LKR 500 million—half of the total LKR 1 billion issuance.

DFCC Bank Introduces Sri Lankas First 10 Day Express Home Loan

Businesscafe - DFCC Bank has launched Sri Lanka's first fast-tracked housing loan, DFCC Express Home Loans.

Standard Chartered unveils partnership with Club ITC Culinaire for Priority clients

Businesscafe - Standard Chartered Sri Lanka has partnered with ITC Ratnadipa on their Club ITC Culinaire Sri Lanka Membership Programme offering an exclusive package designed specifically for the Bank’s Priority clientele comprising high-net-worth individuals.

Speaking the same language from farm to folk

Businesscafe - Improving the food safety outcomes in today’s globally interconnected food systems, the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI) aims to introduce a compendium of terms and definition covering all aspects of the agri-food value chain, from the farm gate to the final consumer.

HNB Enhances Digital Payment Accessibility by Removing MDR on LankaQR Transactions

Businesscafe - In a strategic move to promote cashless transactions, HNB has announced the elimination of Merchant Discount Rates (MDR) for LANKAQR transactions among HNB appointed merchants who are enabled to accept LANKAQR payments.

Siyapatha Finance PLC

Businesscafe - In an era where financial flexibility is more important than ever, Siyapatha Finance PLC has just made it easier to make your next big move.

Union Bank Powers University of Moratuwa National Entrepreneurship Development Programme

Businesscafe - Union Bank in collaboration with the University of Moratuwa (UoM) and the National Innovation Agency (NIA) embarked on a milestone collaboration to partner the National Entrepreneurship Development Programme (NEDP) to upskill and uplift SMEs.

DFCC Bank Launches Rataviru Account to Empower Sri Lankans Working Overseas

Businesscafe - DFCC Bank has introduced the DFCC Rataviru Account, a remittance-linked savings account designed to support Sri Lankans working abroad and their families back home.

ComBank supports first Sri Lanka New Zealand Rugby series in 70 years

Businesscafe - The Commercial Bank of Ceylon has pledged its support for New Zealand’s Under 85 KG Rugby Team Tour of Sri Lanka in May 2025, as the Co-sponsor of the Sri Lanka Men’s team.