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Janashakthi Life doubles industry GWP growth

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Janashakthi Insurance PLC recorded a 45% growth of Gross Written Premium for the financial year ended December 31st 2021, reaching a total income LKR 7.2Bn for the period under review. The Life insurer posted a profit before tax of LKR 1.2 Bn as at the end of the financial year, and an investment income of LKR 1.9 Bn for the same period. Meanwhile, net claims and benefits to policyholders during the same period was at LKR 4.7Bn.

“The praiseworthy achievement and viable financial growth that we attained during the financial year 2021 notwithstanding pandemic-triggered macro-economic challenges speak volumes about ability to navigate troubled waters using time-sensitive, insight driven strategies. As such, we have been able to meet the expectations of our stakeholders and grow in a sustainable manner during the year. We will continue to build on this steady platform to pursue growth opportunities in the post-pandemic market as a trusted Life Insurance provider,” said Prakash Schaffter, executive Deputy Chairman of Janashakthi Insurance PLC.

“The year 2021 will go down in the history of Janashakthi Life as one in which we not only successfully combatted the negative economic implications of a global pandemic but also outperformed the industry in key parameters of the Life Insurance industry whereby outperforming the industry; double the Gross Written Premium growth with quadrable achievement in First Year Premium and number of lives covered outperforming the industry over 100%. Our early and proactive identification of market and economic conditions, market sensitive approach to consumer insights and well thought out aggressive sales and marketing approach together with prudent financial management paved the way to outperform the industry key value drivers quite convincingly.” said Ravi Liyanage, Director/ Chief Executive Officer of Janashakthi Insurance PLC.

Janashakthi Life successfully achieved several great milestones in the year 2021. Some of the key achievements were receiving a record-breaking total income of over 7.2 Billion with a growth of 14% over the last year (6.2Bn in 2020) and a commendable Gross Written Premium growth of 45% over the corresponding period under review. For the first time ever in the history of Janashakthi Life crossing two consecutive billion milestones while also achieving strong market share growth which moved up by 1 market position against competition in new business during the year of 2021. Janashakthi Life also delivered outstanding performance across all KPIs surpassing all set targets, with a notable regular premium First Year Premiums (FYP) grow over 128%. Janashakthi Life also successfully produced over 100 MDRT achievers, aligning themselves in par with global standards. Also, partnership channel was able to doubled its business while new business expansion channel recorded a LKR 181 Million in its first year of operation surpassing the premium of any insurance company in Sri Lanka in its first year of operation.

A pioneering Life insurer, Janashakthi Life realigned its business focus solely on Life Insurance in 2018 with the strategic aim of pursuing viable growth. Proving the wisdom of this strategic decision the Company has been able to outperform the industry on many fronts amidst the pandemic and tough economic climate. This incredible growth momentum is a reflection of the strong work ethic and efforts to deliver the true value of an essential service ahead of its industry peers irrespective of the challenges faced. This achievement reinforces the organization’s professionalism and commitment and is testament to the hard work and commitment of the team to ensure that they continue to honour the trust of their loyal policyholders.

Over a span of 27 years, Janashakthi Life has continued to revolutionize the insurance industry and journeyed forward to become a force to reckon with delivering a service beyond Insurance to all its customers and stakeholders while remaining true to its purpose of uplifting lives and empowering dreams.Janashakthi Life has continued to gain and nurture the confidence of customers across Sri Lanka with ethical and transparent conduct in all business affairs along with exceptional focus on customer service. In order to facilitate seamless continuation of life policies and enhanced accessibility the company has introduced multiple ways of paying premiums through online platforms and bank transfers. The online payment portal is geared to facilitate multiple online transactions and has increasingly gaining momentum due to its accessibility and convenience.

Additionally, Janashakthi Life has launched several innovative insurance solutions and pathbreaking products including Life Unlimited which provides lifelong hospitalization, Janashakthi COVID Guard – a world’s first in providing financial protection from COVID-19 amongst other products. Janashakthi Life offers a range of Life Insurance solutions and services that cater to different stages of the life cycle of an individual from childhood to retirement including educational needs, savings and investments, health requirements and mortgage protection. Thereby ensuring that the policyholders enjoy a wholesome life with solutions that support their goals and lifestyles through every stage of life.



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SEC Sri Lanka eases Minimum Public Holding Rules for listings via introductions to boost market flexibility

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The Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) has approved amendments to the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) Listing Rules to provide greater flexibility regarding the Minimum Public Holding (MPH) requirement for companies listing through the Introduction method.

These revisions were proposed and deliberated under Project 6 – New Listings (Public and Private), one of 12 key strategic initiatives launched by the SEC to strengthen Sri Lanka’s capital market framework. Project 6 aims to drive national capital formation, promote listings by highlighting benefits and opportunities for listed entities, and attract large-scale corporates to enhance market depth, liquidity, and investor confidence.

The amendments reflect a joint effort by the SEC and CSE, underscoring strong collaboration between the regulator and the Exchange to address evolving market needs while maintaining market integrity, transparency, and investor protection.

The salient features of the amendments to the CSE listing Rules are as follows;

Entities seeking listing by way of an Introduction on the Main Board or Diri Savi Board that are unable to meet the MPH requirement at the time of submitting the initial listing application, may now be granted a listing, subject to certain conditions on compliance.

Non-public shareholders who have held their shares for a minimum period of eighteen months prior to the date of the initial listing application may divest up to a maximum 2% of their shares each month during the six months commencing from the date of listing, and simultaneously, be subject to a lock-in requirement of 30% of their respective shareholdings as at the date of listing, until MPH compliance or 18 months from the date of listing, whichever occurs first.

A phased MPH compliance framework has been introduced requiring a minimum 50% compliance with MPH requirement within 12 months and full compliance within 18 months from the date of listing.

Entities should include clear disclosures in the Introductory Document confirming their obligation to meet MPH requirements within the prescribed timelines.

In the event of non-compliance with the MPH requirement, certain enforcement actions have also been introduced.

The revised framework is expected to encourage more companies to consider listing via Introduction, thereby broadening market participation, improving liquidity, and contributing to the overall development of Sri Lanka’s capital market. Issuers, investors, and market intermediaries will benefit from a more enabling yet well-regulated listing environment.

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Manufacturing counters propel share market to positive territory

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Stock market activities were positive yesterday, mainly driven by manufacturing sector counters, especially Sierra Cables, Royal Ceramics and ACL Cables. Further, there was some investor confidence in construction sector counters as well.

Amid those developments both indices moved upwards. The All Share Price Index went up by 150.54 points, while the S and P SL20 rose by 41.5 points. Turnover stood at Rs 4.65 billion with six crossings.

Those crossings were reported in Royal Ceramics which crossed 3.8 million shares to the tune of Rs 174.3 million; its share s traded at Rs 45.20, VallibelOne 1.4 million shares crossed to the tune of Rs 138.6 million; its shares traded at Rs 99, Melstacorp 500,000 shares crossed for Rs 87.24 million; its shares traded at Rs 174.50, Sierra Cables two million shares crossed for Rs 68.2 million, its shares sold at Rs 34.30, Kingsbury 1.5 million shares crossed for Rs 31.8 million; its shares traded at Rs 21.20.

In the retail market companies that mainly contributed to the turnover were; Sierra Cables Rs 418 million (20 million shares traded), Royal Ceramics Rs 363 million (eight million shares traded), Colombo Dockyards Rs 323 million (1.7 million shares traded), ACL Rs 311 million (3.5 million shares traded), Renuka Agri Rs 149 million (12.3 million shares traded), Sampath Bank Rs 94.7 million (648,000 shares traded) and Bogala Graphite Rs 86.4 million (529,000 shares traded). During the day 122.8 million shares volumes changed hands in 34453 transactions.

Yesterday the rupee opened at Rs 310.00/25 to the US dollar in the spot market, weaker from Rs 310.00/310.20 the previous day, dealers said, while bond yields were broadly steady.

By Hiran H Senewiratne

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Atlas ‘Paata Lowak Dinana Hetak’ celebrates emerging artists nationwide

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Atlas, Sri Lanka’s leading learning brand, reaffirmed its purpose of making learning fun and enjoyable through the Atlas All-Island Art Competition 2025, which concluded with a gifting ceremony held recently at Arcade Independence Square under the theme ‘Atlas paata lowak dinana hetak’. Students from Preschool to Grade 11 showcased their talents across five categories, with all island winners receiving cash prizes, certificates, and gift packs. Additionally, merit winners in each category were also recognized. The event brought together students, parents, and educators, highlighting Sri Lanka’s cultural diversity, nurturing young talent, and reinforcing Atlas’s long-standing commitment to education, creativity, and building confidence among schoolchildren. The event concluded with the ‘Atlas Art Carnival’, which brought children and parents together through games and creative art activities in a fun and lively atmosphere.

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