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Seit anderthalb Wochen gehen Menschen im Iran auf die Straße und fordern die Herrschaft des obersten Führers Ali Chamenei erneut heraus - diesmal ausgelöst durch die galoppierende Inflation im Land. Nach ersten Meldungen über die Todesopfer geriet schnell die Islamische Republik selbst ins Visier. US-Präsident Donal…
High-level summit strengthens bilateral ties after years of strained relations, as China shores up regional relationships amid row with Japan
Shanghai announces 50 new projects across an array of hi-tech industries as China’s cities heed Beijing’s call to double down on innovation
Beijing’s export controls are simply about following the logic of the market and geopolitics in the interest of the nation
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC), in collaboration with the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), has intensified efforts to improve the quality and efficiency of public listings by conducting an awareness session for Corporate Finance Advisors, underscoring their pivotal role in safeguarding invest…
Sri Lanka High Commission in London with key UK fashion and design industry in attendance
In response to the humanitarian needs arising from Cyclone Ditwah, Shangri-La Group has extended financial assistance to support national relief efforts through the Sri Lanka Red Cross Society, under the leadership of Secretary General Dr. Mahesh Gunasekara.
In an effort to further strengthen its longstanding commitment to agricultural development and rural empowerment, Link Natural Products (Pvt) Ltd. has entered into a strategic partnership with Sampath Bank under the Bank’s flagship Sampath Saviya Agri-Entrepreneurship Development Programme.
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Shares of WealthTrust Securities Limited (“WTS”), following the successful completion of its Initial Public Offering (IPO), are set to begin trading tomorrow on the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) Diri Savi Board under the ticker symbol “WLTH-N-0000”.
В Национальном расчетном депозитарии (НРД) в Москве оказались заблокированы облигации мессенджера Telegram на сумму около 500 млн долларов из-за западных санкций, введенных в отношении России. Об этом сообщила во вторник, 6 января, британская газета The Financial Times (FT) со ссылкой на источники.
150 local and international IP collectibles to be showcased at Hong Kong Toys & Games Fair, which will run alongside baby products and stationery exhibitions
Chinese entrepreneurs have returned to South American nation in recent years, but some fear consequences after Washington’s intervention
Each of the MPF’s 4.79 million members recorded an average of HK$323,590 in their account at the end of 2025
India, the world’s No 2 crude steel producer, faces crackdown as probe finds price collusion; top firms brace for fines, financial scrutiny
Site at To Kau Wan deemed suitable because of proximity to airport and access to existing infrastructure, including roads and pier, sources say
The spin-off and potential US listing of Jollibee Foods Corporation would include all of the company’s businesses outside its home market
Shipments of select goods – which could include drones and rare earths – to entities associated with the Japanese military have been restricted
Venezuela, Greenland and Colombia all have large deposits of rare earths and other minerals needed by US technology and defence companies
Any return to economic growth in Germany in 2026 is expected to be slower and weaker than previously anticipated, according to several economic forecasts.
Cai Qi – who is responsible for ideology, culture and internet regulation – tells cadres to make ‘good start’ to the next five-year plan
During a visit to the province, Li Qiang emphasises need for decisive actions and innovative strategies to boost investment and consolidate Guangdong’s leading economic role for China
Cathay Group CEO Ronald Lam also assures Air China will remain long-term strategic shareholder, as carrier unveils 80th anniversary events
Time travel movie beats A Guilty Conscience and The Last Dance to become highest-grossing film in opening week, amid box office gloom in city
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Lawmaker says it is reasonable for government to impose additional conditions on future tenant, given location’s role in promoting city’s image
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US carmaker’s share of world’s biggest EV market declines to slightly more then 4 per cent amid stern challenge from local rivals
Serbian Laslo Djere into Bank of China Hong Kong Tennis Open first round after a gutsy pair of qualifying wins
City’s stock market and incentives will continue to attract family offices from around Asia-Pacific, Bank of Singapore’s Hong Kong CEO says
Former Minister Johnston Fernando and his younger son have been remanded until January 09 by the Wattala Magistrate yesterday (05), after they were arrested by the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) over the alleged misuse of a Sathosa vehicle.
The world has undeniably become more violent and disorderly. Indeed, the number of armed conflicts is now at its highest since the end of World War II. We saw 2025 as the year where countries showcased their willingness to exploit economic linkages and supply-chain vulnerabilities as instruments of coercion and geop…
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said that, within the prevailing financial constraints, budgetary allocations for 2026 have been made by identifying National priorities and emphasised that it is the responsibility of all Ministry Secretaries and public officials to utilise these funds with maximum efficiency for …
Under its ‘Rebuild Together’ initiative, a national effort launched following Cyclone Ditwah to aid recovery and reduce future disaster risks, the Commercial Bank of Ceylon has stepped forward to strengthen the country’s disaster preparedness and risk management capabilities by funding the complete revamp of the Ris…
People’s Bank has partnered with the Ministry of Transport, Highways and Urban Development to introduce a digital ticketing solution for Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) buses, in line with the Government’s drive to adopt innovative digital solutions, with guidance from the Ministry of Digital Economy.
NDB Bank partnered with Kandy City Centre as the Official Banking Partner of Splash Shopping Fiesta 2025, the biggest shopping festival of the season, held from December 24-28.
CBC Finance Ltd. recently inaugurated its 22nd branch at Galle Road, Panadura. As the only fully-owned subsidiary of the Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC, CBC Finance marked this significant milestone on December 29.
The Central Bank has further extended the suspension of Perpetual Treasuries Limited (PTL) from carrying on the business and activities of a Primary Dealer.
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A further financial contribution of Rs. 3 million has been made to the ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund, which was established to restore the livelihoods of people affected by Cyclone Ditwah and to rebuild the disaster-stricken country. The donation was jointly made by Herath Enterprises (Pvt) Ltd and Intermax (Pvt) Ltd.
US move calls into question China’s future financial commitments in Latin American country, potentially hurting Beijing’s regional strategy
A Frost & Sullivan report shows Baidu and Huawei far ahead in China’s GPU cloud market, reflecting the fast adoption of home-grown AI chips
Others also receive a HK$500 bonus to mark the fast food giant’s 50th anniversary in the city, alongside price increases on select menu items
Japan's Kiyomura Corp paid 510 million yen (roughly €2.8 million or $3.25 million) for a single bluefin tuna at auction in Tokyo on Monday, the highest price ever paid at the annual New Year auction that's now held at the Toyosu fish market.
Жители Германии привыкли откладывать значительную часть своих доходов, и это делает их все богаче. Финансовые активы немецких домохозяйств по предварительным оценкам недавно превысили отметку в 10 триллионов евро - то есть цифру с тринадцатью нулями, говорится в опубликованном исследовании немецкого финансового инст…
When the woman's phone began to ring one morning in June, she did not know that the news she would receive would hurtle her and her teenage daughter into a "tunnel" of medical appointments, tests — and fear.
The Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka has made a financial contribution of Rs. 10 million to the Government’s ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund, which is being implemented to provide relief to communities affected by Cyclone Ditwah.
Beijing aims to expand the nation’s entire rail network to about 180,000km as part of 2026-2030 infrastructure push, boosting connectivity nationwide
Gold and oil move in opposite directions as attack underscores gold’s haven value, fails to alter oil market’s supply glut
Safe-deposit boxes have been broken into again at a bank branch in the western German state of North Rhine-Westphalia, marking the third such case in recent days.