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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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Technology

The Financial Shift: Big Tech's AI Infrastructure Spending Surge.

Major technology firms are shifting from software developers to infrastructure operators as they engage in a historic capital spending surge to fund artificial intelligence, increasingly relying on debt markets to fuel this growth.

May 16, 2026 at 4:14 AM
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Big Tech Shifts to Debt Markets to Fuel Massive AI Infrastructure Ambitions
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Big Tech Shifts to Debt Markets to Fuel Massive AI Infrastructure Ambitions.

May 15, 2026 at 4:20 AM
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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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Bridging the Financial Gap: Why Sri Lanka’s Micro-Enterprises Remain Excluded
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May 9, 2026 at 7:25 PM

Bridging the Financial Gap: Why Sri Lanka’s Micro-Enterprises Remain Excluded.

While Sri Lanka's economy shows signs of recovery, micro-enterprises continue to struggle with limited access to formal finance, often trapped in debt cycles and informal lending.

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Modern Financial Markets Exhibit Higher Discipline Compared to the 1990s Era.

May 8, 2026 at 7:24 PM

PIMCO's Lotfi Karoui argues that today's financial markets are significantly more disciplined and resilient than they were during the 1990s, offering a comparative perspective on current cross-asset credit dynamics.

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Technology
Navigating AI Investments: Strategic Financial Leadership in a Transforming Era
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Navigating AI Investments: Strategic Financial Leadership in a Transforming Era.

May 4, 2026 at 10:07 AM
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Technology

New McKinsey Analysis Reveals Strategic AI Adoption Drives Significant Profitability.

A new McKinsey & Company study indicates that companies strategically implementing AI are seeing a $3 return for every $1 invested, with profits increasing by approximately 20% over a few years.

May 1, 2026 at 9:11 AM
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HNB and DIMO Forge Strategic Alliance to Simplify Heavy Machinery Financing.

Hatton National Bank (HNB) has partnered with DIMO to offer specialized leasing solutions for globally recognized heavy machinery, aimed at supporting Sri Lanka’s construction and industrial sectors.

April 30, 2026 at 7:51 AM
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Navigating Uncertainty: The Evolving Role of Finance Leaders in the Digital Era
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April 30, 2026 at 2:39 AM

Navigating Uncertainty: The Evolving Role of Finance Leaders in the Digital Era.

An expert perspective on how finance leaders in Sri Lanka can drive organizational resilience, embrace AI, and maintain professional relevance amidst global economic shifts.

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Technology

Market at a Crossroads: Big Tech Earnings and the AI Spending Dilemma.

April 29, 2026 at 10:57 PM

Major U.S. tech firms are under intense scrutiny as their massive AI infrastructure spending faces investor pressure to prove long-term profitability and financial sustainability.

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Market at a Crossroads: Big Tech Earnings and the AI Spending Dilemma
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Technology

Microsoft CFO Emphasizes Accelerated Efficiency and AI Growth Following Strong Quarterly Earnings.

Microsoft CFO Amy Hood highlights a new organizational focus on leaner, more accountable squads and rapid AI-driven growth after reporting robust third-quarter financial results.

April 29, 2026 at 8:43 PM
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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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April 28, 2026 at 1:34 AM

Janashakthi Finance Introduces 'Shakthi' to Advance Financial Inclusion for Women.

Janashakthi Finance has launched 'Shakthi', a specialized fixed deposit and financial support scheme tailored to empower women in career growth, entrepreneurship, and long-term wealth creation.

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Technology

Evolution of Finance: How Human Intelligence Complements AI in Modern Business.

April 26, 2026 at 11:32 PM

As AI automates routine tasks, finance professionals are shifting toward strategic, data-driven leadership roles, with a focus on human judgment, ethical reasoning, and critical analysis.

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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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Technology

Wall Street Shows Caution as Oracle-Linked Data Center Debt Seeks Investors.

Financial institutions are facing challenges in offloading $14 billion in debt tied to Oracle-supported data center projects as investors demand higher yields amid concerns over risk appetite.

April 24, 2026 at 4:56 PM
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Technology

The Tech-Driven Evolution of Canadian Wealth Management.

Canada's wealth management sector is undergoing a massive transformation driven by WealthTech providers and generative AI, shifting the advisor-client relationship from information gatekeeping to collaborative, data-backed guidance.

April 24, 2026 at 10:27 AM
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Market Disconnect: Are AI-Focused Stock Investments Blinding Investors to Global Realities?
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April 23, 2026 at 10:37 AM

Market Disconnect: Are AI-Focused Stock Investments Blinding Investors to Global Realities?.

University of Michigan professor Erik Gordon warns that stock investors are ignoring geopolitical and economic risks by hyper-focusing on AI, creating a potential bubble driven by hype rather than fundamentals.

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