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Redefining Ethical Banking: How Janashakthi Finance is Scaling Shariah-Compliant Solutions in Sri Lanka.

May 21, 2026 at 7:13 PM

Janashakthi Finance PLC is expanding its footprint in the alternative finance sector through its dedicated unit, focusing on Shariah-compliant and ESG-aligned financial products for the Sri Lankan market.

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Redefining Ethical Banking: How Janashakthi Finance is Scaling Shariah-Compliant Solutions in Sri Lanka
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Economy
ICMAB Leaders Discuss Strategic Economic Role with Finance Minister
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ICMAB Leaders Discuss Strategic Economic Role with Finance Minister.

May 20, 2026 at 4:47 AM
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Economy
Senegal Faces Growing Financial Crisis as Debt Levels Skyrocket Beyond Projections
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Senegal Faces Growing Financial Crisis as Debt Levels Skyrocket Beyond Projections.

May 19, 2026 at 12:16 PM
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Local News

Governance in Crisis: Analyzing the NDB Financial Scandal and Regulatory Silence.

The alleged Rs. 13.2 billion financial discrepancy at the National Development Bank (NDB) has triggered a national debate on institutional accountability, audit failures, and the effectiveness of oversight bodies in Sri Lanka.

May 18, 2026 at 4:45 AM
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May 17, 2026 at 11:50 PM

BOC Reports Strong Q1 2026 Performance with Rs. 28.8 Billion Profit.

Sri Lanka’s state-owned Bank of Ceylon delivered a robust financial performance in Q1 2026, recording a PBT of Rs. 28.8 billion while contributing significantly to state tax revenue.

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Local News

Commercial Bank Group Hits Historic Rs. 3.5 Trillion Asset Milestone in Q1 2026.

May 15, 2026 at 11:52 PM

Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC has become Sri Lanka's first private sector banking group to surpass Rs. 3.5 trillion in total assets, recording a strong performance in the first quarter of 2026.

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Commercial Bank Group Hits Historic Rs. 3.5 Trillion Asset Milestone in Q1 2026
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Finance
Bank of Ceylon Posts Resilient Rs. 28.8 Billion PBT for Q1 2026
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Bank of Ceylon Posts Resilient Rs. 28.8 Billion PBT for Q1 2026.

May 15, 2026 at 9:54 PM
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Finance

Nations Trust Bank Posts Strong Start to 2026 with 12% Profit Growth.

Nations Trust Bank (NTB) reports a solid 12% growth in Profit After Tax to LKR 4.6 billion for Q1 2026, driven by a 10% increase in loan growth and strategic portfolio expansion, including the acquisition of HSBC's retail business in Sri Lanka.

May 15, 2026 at 3:11 AM
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Local News
Janashakthi Finance Bolsters Alternative Investment Portfolio with Shariah-Compliant Framework
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Janashakthi Finance Bolsters Alternative Investment Portfolio with Shariah-Compliant Framework.

May 14, 2026 at 5:19 AM
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May 14, 2026 at 3:46 AM

Mahindra Ideal Finance Achieves Record-Breaking Performance in FY 2025-26.

Mahindra Ideal Finance Ltd. (MIFL) reports historic financial growth for FY 2025-26, with a 193% surge in pre-tax profits and a 228% increase in post-tax earnings, driven by expansion in lending and improved operational efficiency.

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Local News

Fisherfolk to Access Farmers' Card Benefits as Bangladesh Boosts Kaptai Lake Conservation.

May 11, 2026 at 7:46 AM

The Bangladesh government is extending its Farmers' Card scheme to include fisherfolk, providing them with access to essential loan facilities. The announcement was made during a conservation drive at Kaptai Lake, which includes a three-month fishing moratorium and dredging efforts to address declining production.

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Fisherfolk to Access Farmers' Card Benefits as Bangladesh Boosts Kaptai Lake Conservation
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Local News

Serious Financial Irregularities Surface: Aswesuma Overpayments and NDB Bank Fraud Concerns.

Recent reports reveal a Rs. 500 million overpayment in the Aswesuma welfare program, alongside allegations of a Rs. 13.2 billion fraud at NDB Bank, sparking urgent calls for parliamentary inquiries and regulatory accountability.

May 7, 2026 at 2:01 AM
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Finance
NDB Bank Reports Q1 2026 Results Amidst Significant Fraud Adjustments
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NDB Bank Reports Q1 2026 Results Amidst Significant Fraud Adjustments.

May 3, 2026 at 1:54 AM
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Local News

A String of High-Stakes Financial Frauds Rock Sri Lanka’s Economic Landscape.

Sri Lanka is grappling with a series of significant financial irregularities, including a massive internal bank fraud and multiple government-level payment security breaches, raising urgent concerns over governance and oversight.

May 2, 2026 at 7:31 PM
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April 30, 2026 at 7:47 AM

HelaPay Achieves Major Financial Milestone with Rs. 5 Billion in Transactions.

Sri Lankan digital payment platform HelaPay has surpassed Rs. 5 billion in total transaction value, reflecting strong public trust and rapid growth in the local FinTech sector.

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Business

LB Finance Secures $15 Million Funding Boost from Swiss Impact Investor.

April 28, 2026 at 11:31 PM

Sri Lanka’s LB Finance has finalized a $15 million senior debt facility with Switzerland-based Enabling Qapital to boost MSME lending and promote financial inclusion across the nation.

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Local News
People’s Bank Commits Rs. 300 Million to Nuwara Eliya Post-Cyclone Housing Recovery
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People’s Bank Commits Rs. 300 Million to Nuwara Eliya Post-Cyclone Housing Recovery.

April 24, 2026 at 11:45 PM
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Economy

Bangladesh Banking Crisis: DCCI Highlights Paradox of Excess Liquidity and Credit Drought.

The Dhaka Chamber of Commerce & Industry (DCCI) has warned that despite banks holding record excess liquidity, the private sector, particularly SMEs, is struggling to access credit. Experts call for urgent structural reforms and improved data accuracy to resolve this economic bottleneck.

April 21, 2026 at 9:07 AM
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Sri Lanka’s State Banking Giants Report Record-Breaking Financial Success for 2025
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Sri Lanka’s State Banking Giants Report Record-Breaking Financial Success for 2025.

April 21, 2026 at 2:58 AM
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April 20, 2026 at 12:18 AM

Nations Trust Bank Poised for Robust Growth Following Strong Financial Performance.

First Capital Research reports that Nations Trust Bank (NTB) is entering a phase of sustainable growth, supported by a clean balance sheet, improved asset quality, and strategic expansion plans including the acquisition of HSBC's retail operations in Sri Lanka.

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