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Thai Corporate Borrowing Surges to Mitigate Geopolitical Risks.

May 19, 2026 at 9:57 AM

After two years of decline, Thai commercial bank lending has returned to growth, driven primarily by large corporations seeking to buffer their operations against the economic fallout of the Middle East conflict.

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Thai Corporate Borrowing Surges to Mitigate Geopolitical Risks
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Finance

The Evolving Role of Mortgage Brokers in a Digital Finance Landscape.

This article explores how shifting economic factors, interest rate volatility, and digital transformation are reshaping the traditional mortgage brokerage industry.

May 16, 2026 at 4:16 AM
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Sri Lanka Unveils 'SME NEXUS' Framework to Target $300 Billion Economy
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Sri Lanka Unveils 'SME NEXUS' Framework to Target $300 Billion Economy.

May 13, 2026 at 10:07 PM
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Sri Lanka’s Collateral-Free Loan Scheme: Key Details for SME Entrepreneurs
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Sri Lanka’s Collateral-Free Loan Scheme: Key Details for SME Entrepreneurs.

May 12, 2026 at 5:03 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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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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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
Blackstone CEO Defends Private Credit Amidst Market Volatility
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Blackstone CEO Defends Private Credit Amidst Market Volatility.

April 23, 2026 at 4:37 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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The Hidden Risks of Private Student Loans: A Growing Crisis for Borrowers
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April 19, 2026 at 9:12 AM

The Hidden Risks of Private Student Loans: A Growing Crisis for Borrowers.

Samantha Ferguson's struggle with $137,000 in private student debt serves as a cautionary tale as more federal borrowers may turn to private lenders following upcoming policy shifts.

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Technology

From Acquisition Target to Global Rival: The Evolution of Airwallex.

April 18, 2026 at 5:25 AM

Airwallex, once nearly acquired by Stripe for $1.2 billion, has rejected the offer to build its own global financial infrastructure. Now, with $1.3 billion in annualized revenue, the company is directly challenging industry giants like Stripe and Square by launching point-of-sale solutions.

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From Acquisition Target to Global Rival: The Evolution of Airwallex
Technology
Fintech Startup Slash Achieves $1.4 Billion Valuation in Latest Funding Surge

Fintech Startup Slash Achieves $1.4 Billion Valuation in Latest Funding Surge.

April 16, 2026 at 7:24 PM
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Technology

Swiss National Bank Advocates for Increased Competition in Cashless Payment Systems.

The Swiss National Bank (SNB) is promoting measures to enhance competition within the digital payments sector to ensure greater efficiency, resilience, and lower barriers to entry for new financial service providers.

April 16, 2026 at 4:11 PM
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Technology
Citigroup Aggressively Targets AI Data Center Infrastructure to Challenge Wall Street Dominance
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Citigroup Aggressively Targets AI Data Center Infrastructure to Challenge Wall Street Dominance.

April 13, 2026 at 9:36 AM
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Abans Finance Teams Up with Singhagiri to Roll Out Smart Device Financing
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April 9, 2026 at 11:00 AM

Abans Finance Teams Up with Singhagiri to Roll Out Smart Device Financing.

Abans Finance has launched its FINAB smart device financing solution in collaboration with Singhagiri, enabling customers to purchase electronics through flexible and affordable installment plans.

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Local News

Sri Lanka Faces Significant SME Contraction: Over 200,000 Businesses Closed Between 2018 and 2022.

April 9, 2026 at 8:06 AM

Recent parliamentary disclosures reveal that over 200,000 SMEs in Sri Lanka ceased operations between 2018 and 2022, with economic instability cited as a primary driver.

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Sri Lanka Faces Significant SME Contraction: Over 200,000 Businesses Closed Between 2018 and 2022
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Technology
Marketing AI Startup Pomo Secures $4.5 Million in Seed Funding to Automate Ad Strategy
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Marketing AI Startup Pomo Secures $4.5 Million in Seed Funding to Automate Ad Strategy.

April 8, 2026 at 11:26 AM
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Local News
Industrial Growth and SME Support: Minister Handunneththi Engages with IMF
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Industrial Growth and SME Support: Minister Handunneththi Engages with IMF.

April 6, 2026 at 12:58 PM
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Technology
Opendoor Expands Tech Capabilities Through Strategic Acquisition of Doma's Closing Division
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Opendoor Expands Tech Capabilities Through Strategic Acquisition of Doma's Closing Division.

April 1, 2026 at 9:40 AM
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Deputy Minister Warns Banks Against Misleading Customers on Concessionary Loan Schemes
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March 31, 2026 at 4:35 AM

Deputy Minister Warns Banks Against Misleading Customers on Concessionary Loan Schemes.

Deputy Minister Chathuranga Abeysinghe has warned bank branches against diverting applicants away from government-backed concessionary loans to prioritize higher-profit products, as the loan scheme continues to progress with billions allocated.

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