Company filings, disclosures and news on Dialog Axiata PLC (DIAL), Major Telecommunications on the Colombo Stock Exchange, tagged by theme and scored for sentiment.
Colombo Stock Exchange closed down as the ASPI fell 0.32% to 21,313.92 with market turnover Rs 1.55 billion and banks leading turnover at Rs 309.87 million. Movers included Carson Cumberbatch, Commercial Bank, Central Finance and Watawala (up) and Dialog, Aitken Spence, LOLC and Ceylon Cold Stores (down); Anilana said Sampath Bank acquired its hotel properties and is contesting the action in court.
Dialog Axiata PLC launched South Asia's first 5G MiFi with eSIM and Wi‑Fi 6 (Dialog 5G Ultra MiFi), priced at LKR 39,990, supporting Dialog 5G Ultra/4G, up to 16 devices and up to 16 hours battery life.
Colombo Stock Exchange recovered after a morning dip, with the ASPI at 21,379.02 (up 3.72 points) and the S&P SL20 at 6,005.49. Market turnover was 42.1 million rupees; notable movers included gains for Commercial Bank, Hatton National Bank and RIL Property, and declines for LOLC Holdings, Hayleys and Dialog Axiata.
Colombo market slipped as the ASPI closed down 0.50% (108.26 pts) at 21,357.74 and the S&P SL20 fell 0.50% to 6,003.92 amid concern over Middle East tensions and rising oil prices. Top negative contributors were MELS.N0000, BREW.N0000, DIAL.N0000, CARS.N0000 and CARG.N0000; turnover was over Rs.1.45bn.
Colombo Stock Exchange closed lower, the ASPI fell 0.44% (−93.55 points) to 21,372.45 with market turnover at LKR 1.45 billion and banks leading turnover at LKR 600.63 million. Senthilverl Holdings bought 750,000 shares of Sarvodaya Development Finance, raising its stake to 10.28% (SDF shares LKR 39.60, down 3.41%).
Dialog Axiata signed a partnership with Ria Money Transfer to let senders abroad send funds directly to eZ Cash wallets, benefiting over 20 million Sri Lankans. Recipients can withdraw cash at 55,000+ eZ Cash outlets or via Commercial Bank ATMs using mobile number and PIN.
Colombo Stock Exchange indices were down midday, with the ASPI falling 0.36% to 21,544.91 and the S&P SL20 down 0.29% at 6,049.00; market turnover was 720.4 million rupees. Nations Trust Bank said it is seeking to raise 13.8 billion rupees via a rights issue priced at 305 rupees per share.
The Colombo bourse opened marginally higher as the ASPI rose 0.01% to 21,623.66 and the S&P SL20 gained 0.13% to 6,066.55; turnover was over Rs.2.1bn and foreigners were net sellers of Rs.18.5m. Top positive contributors: HAYL, ACL, SLTL, HNB, DIAL; negatives: BREW, CARS, HAYC, JKH, CCS.
Colombo Stock Exchange closed flat; ASPI rose 0.01% to 21,623.66 and S&P SL20 was up 0.23%. Market turnover was LKR 2.133bn, led by banks (LKR 473.3m) and insurance (LKR 412.3m). Top movers: ACL, SLTL, HNB, DIAL up; HAYC, JKH, CCS down.
Sri Lanka's ASPI rose 0.17% to 21,657.17 in early trading while the S&P SL20 gained 0.54% to 6,091.65 on turnover of Rs 446 million. Several firms were placed or moved to the watchlist for non-submission of FY2026 annual reports (SHL, HELA, MEL, LGL, EXT, BFN, TESS, EMER); top gainers included DIAL, HNB, COMB, AEL, ACL and top losers HAYC, DOCK, BIL, CCS.
A CVCD conference in Colombo (Sept 4) presented the UGC-approved National AI Policy Framework and a 2026-29 implementation plan to drive responsible AI and digital transformation across state universities. Universities were asked to adopt institutional AI policies and SOPs by Dec 31, 2026; Dialog Axiata's Chief AI Officer took part in the panel.
Dialog Axiata PLC and the Central Environmental Authority ran a Training-of-Trainers on 1 Sep 2026 to equip 75 district officers from all 25 districts on responsible e-waste management under their e-Kunu MoU. Dialog runs 24 collection points and reported 3.74 tonnes of public e-waste collected in 2025.
Colombo Stock Exchange's ASPI rose 1.42% (304.53 pts) over the week while the S&P SL20 gained 0.89% (53.58 pts), with intraday strength led by DIAL, HAYL, RIL, CCS and DOCK. Market turnover exceeded Rs.2.6bn and foreign investors were net sellers of Rs.66.9m.
Colombo stock indices rose (ASPI +0.37% to 21,474.39; S&P SL20 +0.47% to 6,023.20) with several blue-chips higher. Kotagala Plantations resolved to amalgamate with its 99.999% subsidiary Rubber and Allied Products, offering 8.10 rupees cash to minority shareholders and cancelling the parent company's shares, subject to shareholder approval.
Colombo Stock Exchange rose: ASPI +0.33% to 21,395.11 and S&P SL20 +0.40% to 6,007.23, with turnover Rs 2.45 bn. Top gainers included Haycarb, Royal Ceramics, Dipped Products, Access Engineering and Dialog Axiata; HNB, Pan Asia, DFCC and SANASA Development Bank were laggards. Maharaja Foods issued an addendum setting an EGM on Sep 25, 2026 for its proposed scrip dividend.
Colombo Stock Exchange opened higher with the ASPI up 0.27% (57.33 pts) at 21,382.97 and the S&P SL20 up 0.42% at 6,008.68, led by gains in John Keells and Dialog. Market turnover was LKR 95.52m; Co-operative Insurance will redeem 1,100,000 preference shares for LKR 16.61m on Aug 31, 2026.
The Colombo market opened the month lower as the ASPI fell 0.1% to 21,318.31, with turnover above Rs.2.3bn and foreign net outflows of Rs.612.5m. Selling late in the session hit JKH, BREW, DFCC, DIAL and MELS, while CCS and Asia Siyaka rose.
Dialog Axiata PLC marked its 20th consecutive year sponsoring the Kandy Esala Perahera (held 18-28 Aug 2026), supporting the festival's presentation. The company also highlighted broader heritage projects including temple restorations and a temple website/directory.
CSE corporate earnings rose 10% YoY to Rs.168.3bn in 2Q (1QFY27), lifting 1H earnings 8% YoY to Rs.354.9bn, led by banks which contributed 37% of quarterly profits. Food & Beverage and Diversified Financials were the next-largest contributors; top 10 counters made about 56% of profits.
Samsung Sri Lanka has made the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra 5G and Galaxy Z Fold8 5G available islandwide and extended pre-order offers, including discounts up to Rs. 87,000, two-year screen-replacement cover and 1TB mobile data via Dialog/Mobitel; devices sold through authorised dealers (e.g. John Keells Office Automation, Softlogic, Singer) with EMI plans up to 24 months.
The Sri Lanka Retailers' Association will hold the Sri Lanka Retail Forum 2026 on 10 September at Cinnamon Life, Colombo, bringing 500+ retail leaders, technology experts and policymakers to discuss retail growth, customer experience, AI, digital commerce and technology-led transformation.
Colombo Stock Exchange indices rose on Tuesday, with the ASPI up 0.23% at 21,386.99 and the S&P SL20 up 0.07%. Top contributors included Hatton National Bank, Dialog Axiata and Colombo Dockyard; Renuka Holdings announced a 0.212 rupee scrip dividend and market turnover was Rs 77.3m.
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