Biznomics - January/February 2024

En este número

Our first issue for 2024 is packed with content, providing a comprehensive overview of Sri Lanka's progress under the IMF program highlighting key developments and more. The Cyclical update by
Econsult Asia focuses on how banks play a crucial role in financing the activities of businesses and individuals in the real economy, capturing these behavioural changes through insightful graphics.

We stand at the forefront of highlighting the cream of the Sri Lankan Global business journeys, featuring their founders and visionary CEOs on how these business heads are running these influential homegrown companies.

On the cover, we feature an exclusive interview with Kanishke Mannakkara, CAL's Group CEO, discussing the transformative impact of technology in the dynamic landscape of banking and finance and CAL’s operations in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and the UAE, leading the charge in reshaping financial narratives in frontier economies.We also spoke to Dr Chaminda Ranasinghe, founder
and CEO of ideahub, the magic behind Sri Lanka's local retail banking giant HNB, Cambodia’s market-leading Fintech PiPay, and the innovative Dialog Genie fintech platform, on the latest developments of the Symphony platform. With technology clearly the frontrunner, Gavinda Jayasinghe, Head of Customer Development & Research at Beta Launch, discusses the pivotal role of AI in banking, outlining initiatives that drive profitability while aligning with ESG goals.

Delving into the world of storytelling, we feature Dilon De Silva, the mastermind behind captivating commercials and films, redefining narrative artistry with visually stunning aesthetics. We unveil RFCC 2024, Raffealla Fernando's 12th edition celebrity calendar, showcasing popular personalities in Sri Lanka.

Wishing you a fantastic start to the year and an even more rewarding journey throughout 2024. We hope you thoroughly enjoy this issue!