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Beyond expanding the bank’s immediate lending headroom, this initiative is expected to catalyse broader market development by encouraging other financial institutions to enhance their own SME portfolios.
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Commenting on the collaboration, Commercial Bank Managing Director/CEO Sanath Manatunge said: “This risk sharing facility with IFC represents a powerful vote of confidence in Commercial Bank’s longstanding commitment to Sri Lanka’s SME sector. As the country navigates post-crisis recovery, sustained access to credit is essential for small and medium enterprises to rebuild, adapt and grow. This partnership allows us to expand our lending capacity responsibly, while prioritising customer segments such as WSMEs and agri sector that are critical to inclusive and resilient economic growth.”
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