resilience Archives

March 29, 2024

The aftermath of the pandemic and the economic crisis still reverberates across different sectors of society, but with changing climate patterns and rising temperatures, a potentially more severe crisis looms still larger over the island nation. Ranked 100th out of 181 countries in the 2017 ND-GAIN Index, Sri Lanka is already considered to be among […]

September 12, 2023

Just as economic reforms must take the long-term view, so should policy for the apparel industry By Yohan Lawrence – Secretary General, Joint Apparel Association Forum In The State of Fashion Report 2023, global consulting company McKinsey, estimates that the fashion industry will grow at two speeds: between 5 and 10 per […]

August 7, 2023

Healthcare, Consumer, and Agribusiness sectors thrive amidst challenges Consolidated revenue of Rs.13.4 billion Healthcare revenue up 8.2% YoY to Rs.6.3 billion Consumer revenue up 20.9% YoY to Rs.4.7 billion Agribusiness revenue increased by 27.3% YoY to Rs.2.4 billion August 03, 2023: Diversified Sri Lankan conglomerate Sunshine Holdings PLC (CSE: SUN) continued to […]

July 31, 2023

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Colombo, July 29, 2023 – Expolanka Holdings PLC, reporting financial results for the first quarter of the 2024 financial year, that ended 30th June 2023, remained steadfast in consolidating performance and pursuing its long-term strategy. During the quarter under review, Expolanka Holdings demonstrated incredible resilience, with a revenue of Rs. 55.5 Bn […]

June 7, 2023

Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 7, 2023—Building an inclusive distribution and retail network is key for long-term continuity and resilience of corporate supply chains in Sri Lanka, reveals a new study by the International Finance Corporation (IFC). The study examines the impact of enhancing female participation in retail and distribution networks on the […]

June 1, 2023

01st June 2023, Colombo: The fourth quarter of FY 2022/23 marked the close of a challenging year for Hela Apparel Holdings PLC. While revenue of Rs. 20.5 Bn in Q4 represented a 40.6% increase in the same period of the previous year, this was primarily driven by the impact of the rupee […]

February 21, 2023

Total operating income more than doubled to Rs 138.0 Bn Absorbs over Rs 90 Bn in impairment Stellar growth of over 30% in deposits Stage 3 loan ratios of 3.4%; one of the best in the industry Strong liquidity with LAR and LCR well above statutory requirement Adjudged the Best Corporate Citizen […]

February 6, 2023

DFCC Bank, one of Sri Lanka’s leading full-service commercial banks and an advocate for digital banking and digital empowerment, has taken an innovative step to promote resilience and adaptability in the face of changing times by rolling out a Monthly E-Calendar for 2023. This initiative is not only a valuable tool for […]

October 18, 2022

Apparel sector in urgent discussions with Government on FTAs to boost exports With fears of a global economic recession looming, the Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF) is actively stepping up engagement with top Government and Foreign Ministry officials to expedite negotiations on Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) to help boost exports and strengthen […]

July 12, 2022

Boss Up isn’t merely a brand name. It’s a manifestation of resilience and inner power in the form of a branding and social media marketing agency. Hafsa Killru, the Founder of Boss Up has a personal story and determination to ‘boss up’ that propelled her to launch her own venture to […]

Celebrating a 17 Year legacy of Education, Adaptation, and Resilience with MAS Eco Go Beyond

Resilience is necessary, but not enough

Sunshine Holdings reports 14.1% YoY top-line growth in 1QFY24

Expolanka Holdings demonstrates resilience in Q1 FY24 while pursuing long-term vision

New Study: Women Entrepreneurs Are Vital for Long-term Continuity and Resilience of Sri Lanka’s Supply Chains

Hela Apparel Holdings Completes FY 2022/23 with Resilience, Amidst a Challenging Operating Environment

HNB – the Best Corporate Citizen, continues to deliver sustainable performance

DFCC Bank Launches an Innovative Monthly E-Calendar for Customers

Free-Trade-Agreements essential to enhancing Sri Lankan apparel’s resilience

From Being Bullied to Bossing Up