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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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Strengthening the Banking Pillar: Essential for Sri Lanka’s Long-Term Economic Resilience
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Strengthening the Banking Pillar: Essential for Sri Lanka’s Long-Term Economic Resilience.

May 19, 2026 at 12:22 AM
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National Savings Bank Launches Nationwide Digital Banking Awareness Campaign
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National Savings Bank Launches Nationwide Digital Banking Awareness Campaign.

May 17, 2026 at 12:21 AM
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Commercial Bank Group Hits Historic Rs. 3.5 Trillion Asset Milestone in Q1 2026
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Commercial Bank Group Hits Historic Rs. 3.5 Trillion Asset Milestone in Q1 2026.

May 15, 2026 at 11:52 PM
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Pan Asia Bank Posts Strong Q1 2026 Growth Amidst Global Economic Headwinds
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May 15, 2026 at 8:40 AM

Pan Asia Bank Posts Strong Q1 2026 Growth Amidst Global Economic Headwinds.

Pan Asia Bank has reported a resilient performance for the first quarter of 2026, achieving a 13% rise in Profit Before Tax to Rs. 1.65 billion, driven by record growth in deposits and advances.

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

May 15, 2026 at 3:11 AM

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.

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Finance
Commercial Bank Sets Historic Benchmark, Surpassing Rs. 3.5 Trillion in Total Assets
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Commercial Bank Sets Historic Benchmark, Surpassing Rs. 3.5 Trillion in Total Assets.

May 14, 2026 at 1:11 PM
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DFCC Bank Maintains Financial Resilience and Strategic Growth in Q1 2026
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DFCC Bank Maintains Financial Resilience and Strategic Growth in Q1 2026.

May 11, 2026 at 5:27 AM
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People’s Bank Spearheads Digital Payment Revolution to Advance Cash-Lite Economy
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People’s Bank Spearheads Digital Payment Revolution to Advance Cash-Lite Economy.

May 10, 2026 at 12:01 AM
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April 30, 2026 at 11:28 AM

DFCC Bank and NCCSL Join Forces to Boost Sri Lankan SMEs.

DFCC Bank has partnered with the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka to provide SMEs with enhanced market access, financial literacy, and advisory services, moving beyond traditional lending.

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People’s Bank Investment Banking Unit Secures Prestigious Global Accolade for 2026.

April 29, 2026 at 7:59 PM

People's Bank Investment Banking Unit (PBIBU) has been recognized as the Best Investment Bank in Sri Lanka for 2026 by the Global Banking and Finance Review Awards, highlighting its significant contributions to the local financial sector.

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Technology

Banking Sector Embraces Artificial Intelligence to Reshape Financial Services.

Financial institutions are rapidly integrating AI to optimize operations, enhance customer onboarding, and improve efficiency ratios, though challenges regarding return on investment persist.

April 29, 2026 at 7:16 PM
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LB Finance Secures $15 Million Funding Boost from Swiss Impact Investor.

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.

April 28, 2026 at 11:31 PM
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Technology
Goldman Sachs Executive Kunal Shah on How Junior Talent and AI Are Reshaping Investment Banking
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Goldman Sachs Executive Kunal Shah on How Junior Talent and AI Are Reshaping Investment Banking.

April 25, 2026 at 11:04 AM
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April 21, 2026 at 9:07 AM

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.

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Sri Lanka’s State Banking Giants Report Record-Breaking Financial Success for 2025.

April 21, 2026 at 2:58 AM

Sri Lanka’s three major state banks—People’s Bank, Bank of Ceylon (BOC), and National Savings Bank (NSB)—have officially presented their 2025 annual reports to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, revealing historic profit levels and robust financial performance.

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Sri Lanka’s State Banking Giants Report Record-Breaking Financial Success for 2025
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Technology

US Corporate Earnings Surge: AI Infrastructure and Banking Resiliency Take Center Stage.

Q1 2026 earnings season reveals a resilient US economy, driven by massive demand in AI chip manufacturing and robust investment banking performance, despite ongoing macroeconomic uncertainties.

April 20, 2026 at 6:12 PM
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Technology
Wall Street’s Multi-Billion Dollar AI Bet: Redefining Banking Survival
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Wall Street’s Multi-Billion Dollar AI Bet: Redefining Banking Survival.

April 20, 2026 at 4:16 AM
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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.

April 20, 2026 at 12:18 AM
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People’s Bank Secures Major Recognition at Best Management Practices Company Awards 2026
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April 19, 2026 at 7:16 PM

People’s Bank Secures Major Recognition at Best Management Practices Company Awards 2026.

People’s Bank has been honored as a top performer at the 2026 Best Management Practices Company Awards, securing the top spot in the Public Sector Banking category and earning multiple merit awards.

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