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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.

May 19, 2026 at 12:22 AM

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National Savings Bank Launches Nationwide Digital Banking Awareness Campaign.

May 17, 2026 at 12:21 AM

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Local News

Nations Trust Bank Records Strong Financial Growth in First Quarter of 2026.

Nations Trust Bank reported a 12% year-on-year increase in Profit After Tax (PAT) to LKR 4.6 billion for the first quarter of 2026, driven by stable margins and effective risk management.

May 15, 2026 at 11:54 PM

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

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May 15, 2026 at 11:52 PM

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

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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Finance

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

May 15, 2026 at 8:40 AM

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

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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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Janashakthi Finance Bolsters Alternative Investment Portfolio with Shariah-Compliant Framework.

May 14, 2026 at 5:19 AM

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Economy

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Bank of Canada Highlights AI as a Crucial Driver for Future Productivity.

May 13, 2026 at 3:58 PM

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Finance•

May 8, 2026 at 7:24 PM

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

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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Business

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

April 30, 2026 at 11:28 AM

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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Finance

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.

April 29, 2026 at 7:59 PM

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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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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•

April 27, 2026 at 2:52 PM

Hedge Fund Titan Jain Global Shifts Strategy to Become Exclusive Millennium Asset Manager.

Bobby Jain's firm, Jain Global, is returning approximately $6 billion to external investors and transitioning into an exclusive investment manager for Millennium Management, aiming to leverage the platform's infrastructure and resources.

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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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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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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.

April 21, 2026 at 2:58 AM

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Wall Street’s Multi-Billion Dollar AI Bet: Redefining Banking Survival

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April 20, 2026 at 4:16 AM

Wall Street’s Multi-Billion Dollar AI Bet: Redefining Banking Survival.

Major Wall Street banks are investing billions in AI to drive productivity and bolster cybersecurity. As the industry shifts toward 'Agentic AI,' executives face increasing pressure to prove the ROI of these massive technological expenditures.

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