Business
Bullish comeback following bearish days

By Hiran H.Senewiratne
The CSE was extremely bullish yesterday after two days of mild profit- takings. The main reason for shares to jump to positive and bullish territory was the assurance from the government and the Central Bank that the domestic debt restructuring exercise will not harm the banking sector, market analysts said.
There has been an interest in the banking, insurance and blue-chip counters, which is pushing the market on higher share volumes, while carrying the market to green territory.
Amid those developments both indices moved upwards. The All- Share Price Index was up by 192.3 points and S and P SL20 was up by 62.1 points. Turnover stood at Rs 3 billion with three crossings. Those crossings were reported in Sanasa Development Bank, which crossed 1.2 million shares to the tune of Rs 37.3 million and its shares traded at Rs 31, Distilleries 1 million shares crossed for Rs 22.5 million; its shares traded at Rs 22.50 and Hayleys 250,000 shares crossed for Rs 22.5 million; its shares traded at Rs 90.
In the retail market top seven companies that mainly contributed to the market were; JKH Rs 260 million (1.6 million shares traded), Browns Investments Rs 234 million (34.6 million shares traded), Hayleys Rs 190.3 million (2.1 million shares traded), Lanka IOC Rs 156 million (1.1 million shares traded), Softlogic Capital Rs 125 million (10.4 million shares traded), LOLC Holdings Rs 114 million (249,000 shares traded) and Commercial Bank Rs 92.2 million (1.1 million shares traded). During the day 150 million share volumes changed hands in 27000 transactions.
Yesterday the Central Bank’s US dollar buying rate was Rs 306.15 and selling rate Rs 320.68.
Business
Dr Asanka Senanayake named most popular dentist at BWIO Awards

Dr. Asanka Senanayake, founder of Shine Dental Care centres—which provide dental services across multiple locations—was recently honoured as the Most Popular Dental Doctor of the Year at the Business World International Awards 2025.
The awards, organised by the US-based Business World International Organisation (BWIO), recognised outstanding business ventures and professionals across various industries. The ceremony was held recently at the Mount Lavinia Hotel in Colombo.
Business
Another 43 Ceylinco Life sales officers graduate with diplomas in Financial Sales Management

A group of 43 sales officers of Ceylinco Life recently graduated with diplomas in Financial Sales Management, under a programme tailor-made for the life insurance market leader by the Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM).
Covering subjects such as Financial Planning, Communication, Analytical Skills Development, Time Management, Financial Markets, and Taxation among others, the bespoke diploma programme was introduced by Ceylinco Life to enhance the skills, knowledge, and competencies of its sales personnel, and to nurture a highly proficient sales force capable of tapping into premier markets and delivering exceptional services to customers.
The nine-month course programme includes contemporary coursework, examinations and assignments to ensure a well-rounded education for the candidates.
Speaking at the graduation ceremony, Ceylinco Life Executive Director/Chief Operating Officer Samitha Hemachandra said the company had from its inception, placed special emphasis on developing and rewarding professionalism among the members of its sales force. “We led the way in equipping our sales professionals with digital tools, pushed them to obtain professional qualifications from leading international bodies relating to life insurance, to qualify for Million Dollar Round Table membership, and to improve their knowledge in finance,” he said. “As a result, they have earned the respect of the community and their peers, and built stable and lucrative careers with Ceylinco Life.”
SLIM President Prof. Jayantha N. Dewasiri said: “Promoting professional competence as a contributor to the economic growth of our country is one of the objectives of SLIM. In furtherance of this, we provide professional education to thousands of Sri Lankans every year, and are happy to support Ceylinco Life’s efforts to advance the careers of its sales officers though professional development. This is an example to other corporate entities.”
Ceylinco Life’s senior directors Messrs. Devaan Cooray and Palitha Jayawardena, Director/Deputy CEO Ranga Abeynayake, SLIM Vice President – Education & Research Dr Dilhan Sampath Jayatilleke, CEO Chamil Wickremasinghe other distinguished guests attended the graduation ceremony at the Ceylinco Life Auditorium.
Business
ComBank and Senok unveil special offers on construction machinery and equipment

Companies in the construction sector have been provided an opportunity to acquire new equipment through affordable leasing options created via a collaboration between the Commercial Bank of Ceylon and Senok Trade Combine (Pvt) Ltd., which represents global brands in construction machinery and equipment.
A memorandum of understanding signed by the two organisations provides for a series of special benefits to be provided to customers who purchase JCB and Kobelco branded construction equipment from Senok under a customised leasing package provided by Commercial Bank.
The benefits include special prices and lower interest rates, customised payment plans with attractive and affordable rentals, and the first three services at 50, 250 and 500 hours, free of charge.
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