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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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ICMAB Leaders Discuss Strategic Economic Role with Finance Minister.

May 20, 2026 at 4:47 AM

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Local News

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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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Local News

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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 4:33 AM

Sri Lanka’s Sustainable Finance Sector Earns Prestigious International Honors.

Sri Lanka’s capital market has gained global recognition at the 2026 Environmental Finance Sustainable Debt Awards for its advancements in Green, Social, Sustainability, and Sustainability-Linked (GSS+) bond issuances. Key financial institutions, including DFCC Bank, Bank of Ceylon, and Commercial Bank, were honored for their innovative sustainable financing strategies.

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Finance

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

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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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Business

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.

April 30, 2026 at 11:28 AM

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Business

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

April 30, 2026 at 2:39 AM

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Finance•

April 29, 2026 at 7:59 PM

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

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.

April 29, 2026 at 7:16 PM

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

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Business

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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Finance

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Millennium Management Solidifies Dominance Through Strategic Jain Global Acquisition.

April 28, 2026 at 4:37 PM

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Local News

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.

April 28, 2026 at 1:34 AM

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Technology•

April 26, 2026 at 11:32 PM

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

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.

April 25, 2026 at 11:04 AM

Goldman Sachs International co-CEO Kunal Shah discusses the evolving landscape of global finance, emphasizing how AI and tech-savvy junior talent are driving innovation and disrupting traditional banking workflows.

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Goldman Sachs Executive Kunal Shah on How Junior Talent and AI Are Reshaping Investment Banking

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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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Finance

JPMorgan Strengthens Leadership with 135 Promotions in Global Banking and Markets.

JPMorgan Chase has announced the promotion of 135 executives to the rank of managing director within its global banking and markets divisions, marking an increase from the previous year's figures amid rising net income.

April 23, 2026 at 9:40 PM

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Technology

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The Future of Finance: How AI Agents are Transforming Workflows.

April 21, 2026 at 10:26 AM

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Economy•

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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