Topic: Economy & Finance — Neutral reports only
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[2026-02-12 18:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Construction on the Arunodaya Mawatha Apartment Project in Obeysekarapura officially resumed today (12), after being abandoned since 2020 due to the financial crisis and political instability.
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[2026-02-12 17:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: Gledajući unatrag, mora se reći da nije bila dobra ideja da Deutsche Bank uđe u poslovne odnose s Jeffreyjem Epsteinom. To se naime sada bolno obija o glavu ovoj najvećoj njemačkoj banci. Wallstreet Online je objavio da je cijena dionica banke pala za 5,49 posto 4. februara nakon što su objavljene prve informacije iz "Epsteinovih dosjea".
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[2026-02-12 17:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: Naknadno gledavši, odluka Deutsche Bank poslovati s Jeffreyjem Epsteinom nipošto nije bila dobra. Ta pogreška se banci sad obija o glavu: prema portalu Wallstreet Online, vrijednost dionice njemačke banke je već 4. veljače i nakon što su u javnost stigle prve informacije iz „Epsteinovih spisa" pala za 5,49 posto. Jeffrey Epstein bio je osuđen za seksualne prijestupe, a tereti ga se i za nova kaznena djela.
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[2026-02-12 17:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: In a strategic move to connect local craftsmanship with the global market, the Sri Lanka Handicrafts Board inaugurated its 14th Laksala showroom in the heart of the Negombo tourist zone on Wednesday (11).
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[2026-02-12 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Analysts note Chinese inroads in military UAV market but political challenges for its jet fighters at the World Defence Show
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[2026-02-12 16:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: One year ago today, the GovPay system was officially launched at the Presidential Secretariat under the patronage of the Honorable President and Minister of Digital Economy, Anura Kumara Dissanayake.
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[2026-02-12 16:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Projected figure marks 16 per cent increase from last year, according to Immigration Department
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[2026-02-12 16:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Investigation into firm’s governance could last six months, with one analyst warning of damage to bilateral ties
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[2026-02-12 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Global volatility is forcing a rethink of traditional safe havens, creating opportunities for Beijing, prominent investor says
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[2026-02-12 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The ongoing reforms and policy stability implemented to restore the country’s economy are vital, Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL).Dr. P. Nandalal Weerasinghe said.
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[2026-02-12 06:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Government has commenced stakeholder engagement on proposed tariff reforms under the 2026 Budget, with the aim of strengthening the production economy and boosting exports.
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[2026-02-12 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: Президент Украины Владимир Зеленский вечером в среду, 11 февраля, опроверг информацию, распространенную изданием Financial Times, о его намерении объявить о дате проведения президентских выборов и референдума по мирным предложениям 24 февраля, в четвертую годовщину начала полномасштабной войны РФ против Украины .
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[2026-02-12 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Reinforcing its commitment to strong governance, financial resilience, sustainable growth and inclusive leadership, Asia Asset Finance PLC (AAF) has announced the appointment of Kokila Perera as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Waruni Perera as Deputy General Manager – Risk.
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[2026-02-12 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Assetline Finance PLC, the flagship company under the financial services arm of David Pieris Holdings, strengthens its roadmap toward nationwide expansion with the opening of the 62nd branch in Kaduwela, located at Kothalawala Road, Kaduwela.
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[2026-02-12 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Cargills Group reported a strong financial performance for the third quarter of the 2025/26 financial year, demonstrating resilience despite severe weather disruptions experienced across Sri Lanka during the period.
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[2026-02-12 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider
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[2026-02-12 02:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: Haya ni kwa mujibu wa ripoti iliyochapishwa leo na gazeti la Uingereza la Financial times. Financial Times limewanukuu maafisa wa Ukraine na nchi za Magharibi wanaolifahamu suala hilo ila hawakumnukuu Zelenskiy mwenyewe.
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[2026-02-12 00:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Beijing brings per unit costs to lowest level on record – though outlays still remain well above levels in most developed economies
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[2026-02-11 23:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: From flowers to fai chun, crowds return in force to Victoria Park on the fair’s opening day as the Year of the Horse approaches
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[2026-02-11 19:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Kwok Yin-sang tried to deal with financial assets of US-based Anna Kwok, despite knowing daughter is wanted activist with HK$1 million bounty
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[2026-02-11 19:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: China’s central bank sets the yuan’s midpoint rate at its strongest level since mid-2023, as jitters over the US dollar buoy the Chinese currency
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[2026-02-11 18:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: Президент Украины Владимир Зеленский намерен объявить о плане проведения президентских выборов и референдума по вопросу мирного соглашения с Россией, сообщила газета Financial Times в среду, 11 февраля, со ссылкой на украинских и европейских чиновников.
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[2026-02-11 18:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: French alcohol exports to mainland China and the US dropped by 19.5 and 21 per cent in 2025 as tariffs stifled global trade
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[2026-02-11 17:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Shannon Cowlin, the newly appointed Country Director of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for Sri Lanka, met with Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya yesterday (February 10) to discuss strengthening the long-standing partnership between the bank and the nation.
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[2026-02-11 14:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Work on developing two canal bank roads linking Chandrika Kumaratunga Mawatha and the Arangala Bridge in Malabe commenced yesterday (10), aiming to improve traffic safety and reduce congestion in the Kaduwela area.
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[2026-02-11 14:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Consumer price index rose for a fourth straight month in January, though the increase fell short of market expectations
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[2026-02-11 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Successful 27km trial unlocks vast carbon dioxide transport potential, bridging geographical gaps to accelerate a process seen as vital to large-scale decarbonisation
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[2026-02-11 12:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Fresh labour ministry figures show the cost of living crisis is deepening, as inflation continues to outpace salary increases for workers
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[2026-02-11 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: People obsessed with love pay for tongue-lashing from self-styled influencers; some consider growing trend a form of ‘public humiliation’
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[2026-02-11 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Snippet: Finterest is Rappler’s all-in-one financial literacy hub designed for a more honest, human, and inclusive conversation on money management.
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[2026-02-11 09:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Scott Bessent says Washington wants to reduce security risks without decoupling from Beijing as it steps up engagement across Latin America
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[2026-02-11 06:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The 9th edition of the Boat & Marine Show organized collectively by the Chamber of Marine Industries of Sri Lanka (CMISL), Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), Ministry of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development was held successfully from January 30 to February 1 2026 at Port City, Colombo which showcased the country’s capabilities in marine tourism, recreational boating, yachting and boat building which are mainly focused on exports.
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[2026-02-11 06:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: A special discussion on the implementing the Cabinet decision to connect critical government institutions to the National Cyber Security Operations Centre (NCSOC) was held on 10 February 2026 at the Old Parliament Building in Colombo. Organised jointly by Sri Lanka CERT and the Digital Economy Ministry, this session can be identified as a decisive step toward strengthening the country’s national cyber security framework.
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[2026-02-11 06:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: 2,100 Thai cruise passengers arrived at Hambantota International Port (HIP) this week aboard the MV Celebrity Millennium. The call points to the emergence of Thailand as a promising new market for Sri Lanka’s cruise tourism.
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[2026-02-11 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: HNB PLC has joined as the Platinum Sponsor for the 36th Anniversary Convention of the Association of Professional Bankers (APB) Sri Lanka, highlighting its role at the forefront of the country’s financial services sector.
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[2026-02-11 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: NDB Bank has renewed its membership with the Parenthood Global Association for the second consecutive year, reaffirming its strong commitment to fostering a workplace culture that supports, empowers and understands the needs of working parents.
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[2026-02-11 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Seylan Bank continues its commitment to offer an expansive portfolio of 24/7 mobile, self-service and everyday banking solutions, building on the Bank’s longstanding legacy of exceptional customer convenience and its reception of Euromoney’s 2025 Best Bank for Customer Experience Award.
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[2026-02-11 06:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: People’s Bank recently conducted the weekly draws of its ‘People’s Remittance ‘Vaasi Kotiyai 2025 – Send and Win Bangkok Tours’ campaign, selecting four winners for the period from December 3 to December December 31, 2025. The ceremony was held at the Overseas Customer Services (OCS) premises in Colombo 10.
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[2026-02-11 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider
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[2026-02-11 05:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video
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[2026-02-11 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Indonesian executives stress that localisation and sovereignty are key to AI adoption in the fast-growing Southeast Asian market
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[2026-02-11 01:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Mads Mikkelsen, Giancarlo Esposito and Christopher Lloyd lined up for Hong Kong Comic Con 2026 to be held from May 29 to 31
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[2026-02-11 00:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Operator will introduce cable car night rides for the first time to headline its 20th anniversary celebrations
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[2026-02-11 00:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Ministers admit new land rules aim to block a Palestinian state, a move the UN and Arab nations slam as a grave violation of international law
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[2026-02-11 00:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Increased investments and lessons learned from improving capital markets could help Indonesia as it ‘opens shop’, insiders and observers say
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[2026-02-10 23:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: With millions still lacking access to banking services, Indonesia is drawing on regional lessons and forging international partnerships
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[2026-02-10 23:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Sovereign wealth fund Danantara targets waste-to-energy, smart grids, and data centres, leveraging a global tech leader for green and infrastructure growth
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[2026-02-10 22:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Bank of China (Hong Kong) and Bank of East Asia could be affected the most as they have the highest exposure to China’s property sector
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[2026-02-10 21:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Desperation grows as Israel refuses to reinstate work permits, leaving thousands of Palestinians without income and forcing families into deep debt
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[2026-02-10 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Shipbuilding giant showcases new surface-to-subsurface wet submersible as Beijing eyes buyers in large Middle Eastern market
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