HNB abandons Bangladesh move
Hatton National Bank has decided to not proceed with the acquisition of the Bangladesh operations of Bank Alfalah. The decision was made at a special meeting of the HNB Board on 2 April.
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No takers for Sri Lanka treasury bills offered on tap
There were no subscriptions for Sri Lanka treasury bills offered on tap at average rates of 7.59%, 7.91%, and 8.31% the state debt office said.
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Cargills Bank reassures customers over hacking incident
Cargills Bank yesterday reassured customers and stakeholders over the recent cyber security infringement.
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S L exchange rate to be flexible, but not so volatile: CB Governor
Sri Lanka’s central bank is not for a fixed exchange rate, but a much more ‘predictable’ regime, where investors can take positions, Central Bank Governor Nandalal Weerasinghe said.
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Sri Lanka credit growth reflects economic recovery
Sri Lanka’s steady credit growth has been reflecting the country’s economic recovery, Central Bank Governor Nandalal Weerasinghe said.
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SMEs urged to apply for CBSL relief measures before 31 March deadline
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) this week urged borrowers to avail themselves of relief measures introduced to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) before the March 31, 2025 deadline.
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No need to raise funds from global debt markets even in 2028: CB Governor
Can regain access possibly in two years Debt-for-Nature Swaps preferred over Green Bonds
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Standard Chartered group to exit wealth & retail banking business in SL
Standard Chartered Group, as a part of its strategy, said it is exploring the sale of its Wealth & Retail Banking (WRB) business in Sri Lanka, subject to regulatory approvals.
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Central Bank keeps policy rate unchanged amid economic recovery
The Monetary Policy Board of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has decided to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 8.00%,
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ADB to help Sri Lanka sell thematic green bonds, draw social impact investors
The Asian Development Bank will help Sri Lanka sell ‘thematic’ debt securities, taking one step beyond the initial green bonds that have already been sold by some,
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