Business Today Sri Lanka Magazine - November 2024

In this issue

The Business Today TOP 40 for 2023/24 honors the exceptional resilience, innovation, and leadership of Sri Lanka’s top-performing corporates. As Sri Lanka recovers from an economic downturn, these companies have emerged as trailblazers, driving macroeconomic stability and growth in a transformed business environment. With inflation set to remain in single digits and the IMF-led reform program bolstering sustainable, inclusive development, these businesses have demonstrated their ability to adapt, thrive, and contribute meaningfully to the nation’s economic resurgence.

Dialog Enterprise, the business arm of Dialog Axiata Group, is a premier ICT Business Solutions Provider in Sri Lanka, leading the charge in digital transformation. In a recent conversation with Business Today, Navin Pieris, Group Chief Officer at Dialog Enterprise, outlined the company’s commitment to empowering businesses through innovative, tailor-made solutions.

Hasith Gunasekara is the youngest candidate from the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB).
As he steps into mainstream politics, Hasith brings a fresh perspective and a commitment to differentiate himself from traditional politicians.

BUSINESS TODAY TOP 40 2023 - 2024

The Business Today TOP 40 for 2023/24 honors the exceptional resilience, innovation, and leadership of Sri Lanka's top-performing corporates.

6 mins

Your Dream Home Awaits with Pan Asia Bank

Pan Asia Bank is transforming the path to homeownership by offering customers more than just a loan - we deliver innovative, tailored solutions that make securing a home easier than ever.

1 min

People's Bank Receives ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Certification

People's Bank has become the first Domestic Systemically Important Bank (D-SIB) and state-owned bank in Sri Lanka to achieve the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification for its Information Security Management System (ISMS).

1 min

Dialog Enterprise: Driving Digital Transformation in Sri Lanka

Dialog Enterprise, the business arm of Dialog Axiata Group, is a premier ICT Business Solutions Provider in Sri Lanka, leading the charge in digital transformation. In a recent conversation with Business Today, Navin Pieris, Group Chief Of F\cer at Dialog Enterprise, outlined the company's commitment to empowering businesses through innovative, tailor-made solutions. Focusing on organizations of all sizes, Dialog Enterprise offers a broad spectrum of services backed by a team of experts dedicated to customer success.

9 mins

Rising for Change

Hasith Gunasekara is the youngest candidate from the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB).

10+ mins

Sri Lanka Secures USD 200 Million from World Bank's IDA for Second Phase of RESET Program

The International Development Association (IDA) of the World Bank Group (WBG) has approved a USD 200 million financing package to support the second phase of Sri Lanka’s Resilience, Stability, and Economic Turnaround (RESET) Development Policy Financing (DPF) program.

1 min

ADB Delegation Meets President Dissanayake, Pledges Continued Support for Sri Lanka's Economic Development

The Country Director of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) Resident Mission in Sri Lanka, Takafumi Kadono, along with a delegation, met with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

1 min

EU Delegation Commits to Strengthen Sri Lanka-EU Relations, Extends Presidential Greetings from Key European Leaders

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met with the European Union (EU) Delegation, led by EU Ambassador Carmen Moreno.

1 min

People's Bank Relaunches Multiple Enhanced Services for Migrant Workers

People's Bank Celebrated World Children's Day by relaunching 'Ethera Udana Minors' Foreign Currency Account with new features.

2 mins

SLT-MOBITEL Nebula Institute of Technology recognized on Campus Chapter as the tenth IET

SLT-MOBITEL Institute Nebula of Technology, the education arm of SLTMOBITEL, has achieved a significant milestone by being recognized as the tenth IET on Campus Chapter.

1 min

Pathfinder Foundation Presents Sinhala Translation of 'The India Way' to Dr. S. Jaishankar, External Affairs Minister of India

The Pathfinder Foundation presented the Sinhala translation of Dr. S. Jaishankar's seminal work, The India Way: Strategies for an Uncertain World, (ඉන්දීය. මාවත අවිනිශ්චිත ලෝකයක උපාය මාර්ග) to the visiting Indian External Affairs Minister during a ceremony in Colombo.

1 min

HNB Partners with John Keells CG Auto

HNB has strategically partnered with John Keells CG Auto (JKCG Auto) to offer innovative leasing solutions for their BYD vehicle range.

1 min

People's Bank 'People's Pay' App Now Offers Easy Access to CRIB 'My Report'

In the current fast-paced environment, the ability to promptly access vital information can greatly expedite financial transactions.

1 min

HNB Wins' Sri Lanka's Best Bank' and 'Sri Lanka's Best Bank for SMEs'

HNB was honored with the titles of 'Sri Lanka's Best Bank' and 'Sri Lanka's Best Bank for SMEs at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2024.

1 min

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Business Today Sri Lanka Magazine Description:

The magazine of the corporate world, Business Today features an interesting line-up of interviews with eminent personalities who impact the corporate, commercial and economic sectors. The monthly magazine also includes exclusive articles syndicated from the Harvard Business Review and Financial Times. It has also featured the monthly columns by Richard Branson and Howard Schultz. International interviews featured include Sir Richard Branson, Paul Allen, Howard Schultz, Omar Bin Laden and Sir Jonathan Ive. Articles penned by President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden Jr. have also been featured in the magazine.