Company filings and market news from across Sri Lanka's stock market.
Hayleys Fabric PLC won the Climate Action Award at the 3rd Global ESG & Sustainability Conference & Awards 2026 in Kuala Lumpur, recognising its measurable climate action including SBTi-validated Net Zero targets, renewable energy investments and decarbonisation initiatives.
Dividend · Rs 0.11 · XD Jul 9, 2026
First Interim dividend of LKR 0.11/share; XD 2026-07-09; record 2026-07-09; payable 2026-07-21; FY 2026/2027
The Thailand–Sri Lanka forum highlighted the newly enacted SLTFTA and reported bilateral trade rose 48% to $649m in 2025. Officials said the FTA and related measures should expand market access and investment across logistics, manufacturing, tourism, food processing, IT and healthcare.
Teejay Lanka reported PAT of Rs. 54.7m, a 98% YoY decline, on revenue of Rs. 60.04bn (‑10% YoY) as weak global textile demand, US tariffs, pricing pressure and lower volumes hit margins. Cash was Rs. 8.3bn and NAV/share rose to Rs. 44.91 despite restructuring costs and provisions.
The Thailand–Sri Lanka Business Forum centred on implementing the Sri Lanka–Thailand FTA to boost trade and investment after bilateral trade reached USD 649m in 2025 (+48% vs 2024). Delegates highlighted opportunities in logistics, manufacturing, food and agriculture, IT, healthcare and tourism and urged streamlined customs and predictable FTA implementation.
The Thailand–Sri Lanka Business Forum highlighted opportunities from the new Sri Lanka–Thailand FTA, with bilateral trade at USD 649m in 2025 (up 48%) and commitments to boost supply chains, investment and trade across food processing, logistics, IT, healthcare, tourism and manufacturing.
Sri Lanka and Thailand plan to deepen trade and investment using the Sri Lanka–Thailand FTA and enhanced B2B engagement, targeting tourism, hospitality, food processing, agriculture, logistics and other sectors to boost bilateral ties and supply‑chain links.
Hayleys PLC reported FY2025/26 revenue of Rs.585.02 bn (up 19%) and consolidated Profit Before Tax of Rs.38.04 bn (up 4%). Consumer & Retail revenue rose 44% to Rs.156.74 bn, Q4 revenue grew 29%, the group completed a Rs.9 bn rights issue and Fitch affirmed a 'AAA (lka)' rating.
Foreign investors were net sellers on the CSE yesterday with a net outflow of Rs. 2.52 billion, driven mainly by trades in Softlogic Life, Ceylon Tobacco and Hayleys Fabric. MTD net foreign outflow stood at $5.1 billion and YTD outflow at Rs. 25 billion, Asia Securities Research said.
Colombo market ended marginally higher as the ASPI rose 0.06% to 22,639.81 despite net foreign selling of Rs.2.52 billion. Softlogic Life (AAIC) and Ceylon Tobacco (CTC) topped foreign selling and AAIC led turnover with a ~Rs.1.3bn crossing; insurance, food & banking dominated activity.
Dividend · Rs 0.13 · XD Apr 15, 2026
Third Interim dividend of LKR 0.13/share; XD 2026-04-15; record 2026-04-15; payable 2026-04-28; FY 2025/2026
Hayleys PLC held the Chairman’s Awards 2025, with Haycarb PLC winning the Overall Award for innovation in specialty activated carbon for silicon‑carbon anode materials and Hayleys Fabric PLC winning an ESG award for a smart energy‑saving stenter system that cuts fuel use and CO₂ emissions. The awards highlighted innovations across energy transition, agriculture and logistics supporting exports and sustainability.
Hayleys PLC presented Haycarb PLC with the Overall Winner Award at the Hayleys Chairman’s Awards 2025 for its HCE 400 Series silicon‑carbon anode materials for lithium‑ion batteries. Hayleys Fabric PLC won the ESG Category Award for a smart energy‑saving system for stenter machines.
Hayleys Group held its Chairman’s Awards 2025, naming Haycarb PLC the Overall Winner for its specialty activated carbon for silicon‑carbon anodes for lithium‑ion batteries. Hayleys Fabric PLC won an ESG award for a Smart Energy Saving System (avoiding 159,600 kg CO₂e per machine annually) and group projects in coconut processing and logistics were also recognised.
Sri Lanka opened its first country pavilion at Source Fashion 2026 in London with 20 Sri Lankan apparel booths (including Hayleys Free Zone) to promote UK/EU sourcing. The UK's DCTS zero-duty concessions and relaxed Rules of Origin from 1 Jan 2026 are expected to increase export opportunities for Sri Lankan apparel makers.
Sri Lanka launched its first country pavilion at Source Fashion London 2026 with 20 booths to boost apparel exports and buyer links; UK’s DCTS zero-duty rules from 1 Jan 2026 are expected to improve market access for Sri Lankan apparel exporters.
Merchant Bank of Sri Lanka & Finance PLC (MBSL) recalibrated the MBSL Midcap Index effective 1 January 2026, setting the midcap market-cap range at Rs. 8.45 billion–Rs. 84.5 billion and selecting 25 constituents. New inclusions include Sierra Cables, Aitken Spence, Vallibel Finance, Lanka IOC, JAT Holdings and Prime Lands; Citizens Development, CIC, Ceylon Grain Elevators, John Keells, Hayleys Fabric, Teejay Lanka and Watawala Plantations were excluded.
Hayleys Fabric PLC (MGT.N0000) won the Overall Winner (Gold) — Best Entrepreneur of the Year 2025 at the Western Province Entrepreneur Awards held on 19 November.
Diesel & Motor Engineering (DIMO) won the Diamond Award for the most outstanding integrated report at the 11th CMA Sri Lanka Excellence in Integrated Reporting Awards 2025. Talawakelle Tea Estates shared the Gold award, Commercial Bank shared Silver, and Hayleys Fabric and L B Finance shared the Bronze awards.
Teejay Lanka (TJL.N0000) reported quarterly profits plunged 80% to 149.8 million LKR and revenues fell 10% to 15.4 billion LKR; six-month profits dropped 61% to 357 million LKR. The company cited subdued global textile demand, pricing pressure and underutilized capacity and said it is monitoring US tariff developments.
Teejay Lanka (TJL.N0000) reported 1H 2025/26 PAT of Rs.0.4bn, down 61% YoY, with revenue of Rs.31.3bn (-4% YoY). Gross profit fell 22% to Rs.2.5bn due to lower demand and underutilised capacity; cash was Rs.9.4bn and NAV/share rose to Rs.43.59.
Thailand's counselor highlighted the Sri Lanka–Thailand FTA as a milestone, citing opportunities in food, agriculture, tourism, healthcare and IT. The Sri Lanka–Greater Mekong Business Council held its 14th AGM and elected Nimal Ratnayake as President for 2025–2026.
Hayleys PLC reported record FY2024/25 consolidated revenue of Rs.492.2 billion (up 13%) and profit after tax of Rs.22.5 billion (up 52%). The group was named No.1 in the LMD 100 for the 10th time, retained Fitch 'AAA (lka)', earned USD 685m in exports and sources 74% of energy from renewables.
Hayleys PLC ranked No.1 in the LMD 100 and reported record FY2024/25 consolidated revenue of Rs.492.2 billion (13% YoY), PBT Rs.35.4 billion (+40%) and PAT Rs.22.5 billion (+52%). Exports were $685m (53% of revenue), 74% of energy from renewables and Fitch retained a 'AAA (lka)' rating.
Sri Lanka's apparel sector reported notable sustainability progress, with Teejay Lanka expanding renewable energy to 14% of consumption and Hayleys Fabric PLC publishing its GreenCatalyst ESG Roadmap 2030 highlighting circularity and climate action.
Dividend · Rs 0.24 · XD Oct 10, 2025
Second Interim dividend of LKR 0.24/share; XD 2025-10-10; record 2025-10-12; payable 2025-10-23; FY 2025/2026
Hayleys Fentons Ltd and Hayleys Electronics Ltd secured Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) Tier I certification from Sri Lanka Customs, enabling accelerated customs clearance and streamlined regulatory procedures. The recognition reflects governance across the Hayleys Group and should support improved supply-chain performance for group companies.
CBB held its 25th AGM and networking session where Mark Surgenor was re-elected president; speakers highlighted the Government’s National Digital Strategy and the UK’s DCTS reforms from 2026, which will allow Sri Lankan apparel manufacturers tariff-free access to the UK when sourcing up to 100% of inputs.
Colombo Stock Exchange rose after a US tariff reduction, with the ASPI up 1.38% to 19,914.25 and the S&P SL20 up 2.34% to 5,897.09; banks and diversified financials led gains. Top contributors included HNB, John Keells, Commercial Bank, DFCC and NDB, while exporters such as Dipped Products and Hayleys Fabric also advanced.
Colombo market hit a record ASPI of 18,541 (up 380 pts, 2.09%) as turnover reached Rs.10.22bn, led by banking stocks and John Keells. Foreign investors were net sellers (net outflow Rs.1.2bn) and the banking sector accounted for 27% of turnover.