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John Keells Properties is the only developer in Sri Lanka to use escrow accounts, meaning an investor’s money is used for the intended project and remains locked until construction milestones are met. No exceptions.

Watch the full conversation at https://youtu.be/URlMbNukSd4.

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Rukshan Bharatha of Deloitte Sri Lanka and the Maldives says compliance alone does not make an organisation responsible.

Companies must actively identify risks and put proper plans in place to build stakeholder trust, enabling sustainable business growth and contributing positively to the wider economy.

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5 days ago | [YT] | 5

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The introduction of sustainability standards aims to reduce subjective reporting by establishing structured requirements for disclosures, says Malinda Boyagoda of Deloitte Sri Lanka and the Maldives.

As adoption becomes mandatory in certain sectors, the overall quality and reliability of sustainability reporting will likewise improve.

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1 week ago | [YT] | 4

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Investors tend to favour safer funds during uncertain times and become more open to growth-focused investments as the economy recovers.

Amaya Nagodavithane of NDB Wealth says understanding these market cycles helps fund managers guide clients toward opportunities that match changing confidence and conditions.

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1 week ago | [YT] | 2

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Oversight is moving beyond checking past problems to spotting future risks early, says Anthony Crasto of Deloitte South Asia

It focuses on identifying possible threats in advance and putting safeguards in place, especially in large organisations.

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1 week ago | [YT] | 4

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Priyal Mendis of NDB Wealth believes AI and automation are better described as enablers of a larger technology strategy.
By supporting efficiency, integration, and data-driven decision-making, they help build a scalable, reliable, and customer-focused financial services platform.

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1 week ago | [YT] | 2

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Daham Hettiarachchi of NDB Wealth points out that while Sri Lankans are largely comfortable using banks, many are unfamiliar with wealth management and investment options.

By increasing awareness and offering simple, low-risk products as a starting point, more people can gradually build confidence, explore different funds, and grow their wealth over time.

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1 week ago | [YT] | 5

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Nisansala Paranayapa, Chief People Officer at Union Assurance, says that the organisation is intentional about being inclusive, and that shows up clearly in their policies. One example that stands out is their parental leave policy, where fathers receive 100 days of parental leave, a move that signals how seriously Union Assurance takes its people-first strategy.


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1 month ago | [YT] | 4

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Port City reclamation was completed in 2019. But with Sri Lanka in the middle of a balance of payments crisis, aggressive marketing wasn't possible.

Now that the macro indicators have aligned, Thulci Aluwihare, Deputy Managing Director at CHEC Port City Colombo, says the capital is following. He breaks down what has been committed and what’s expected to come next.

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1 month ago (edited) | [YT] | 15

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Prashant Grover of Allianz Insurance Lanka describes the company’s commitment to biodiversity conservation through its PLANT Initiative (Preserving Land and Nature).

Every motor and travel insurance policy helps protect wildlife corridors and support sustainable habitats across Sri Lanka.

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1 month ago | [YT] | 4