Introduction Gold is not merely a luxury in Sri Lanka but a part of the local culture, a means of safeguarding, and insurance during crises. Gold is the first choice for many Sri Lankans during times of economic turmoil such as inflation, currency devaluation, or uncertainty in the market. This is an indirect way of […]

Introduction The Sri Lankan digital future has already started, and the question of digital currencies being part of the country’s pool is more relevant than ever. The global financial industry is progressively adopting digital assets, blockchain, and Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs), while Sri Lanka is also encouraging initiatives to create the right environment for […]

Introduction: AI at the Crossroads of Finance in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka is now at a crucial point in its transformation into a digitally empowered economy and its next steps are pivotal. The global investment banking sector has taken AI as its business partner and the island’s financial sector is investigating different AI applications with […]

In prior years, Sri Lanka’s corporate debt market has been more and more active as more businesses attempt to fund their expansion through means other than bank loans. Debentures, corporate bonds and commercial papers are some of the financial tools that have not only made it easier for companies to raise funds but have also […]

The change in the investment landscape of Sri Lanka is very swift and among the major factors is the increasing popularity of private equity in Sri Lanka and M&A transactions. Investors aiming to spread their investments not only in equities but also in other sectors should be very well aware of these investment paths. Capital […]

In general, when a company goes public through an IPO, aka the Initial Public Offering, it allows you to buy shares for the first time making it an exciting milestone for both the company and the market. For investors, IPOs open doors to fresh opportunities and the potential to get in early on a company’s […]