The Great Rebalancing Of Wealth AI Physical Assets
For years investors were mesmerised by the digital dream. Software, cryptocurrencies and cloud platforms promised limitless growth, shifting global capital to intangible tech assets. The future seemed weightless – driven by code, data and ideas. But as interest rates rose, inflation crept in and supply chains broke, the cracks appeared. The world rediscovered even the […]
Why Your CFO Might Be The Most Creative Leader
When most people think of a Chief Financial Officer (CFO), they picture someone buried in spreadsheets, crunching numbers and making sure the books balance. The CFO is seen as the cautious gatekeeper who keeps the company’s financial stability by controlling costs and managing risk. But in today’s fast-paced business environment, especially in high-growth companies, this […]
AI As Your Tireless Finance Team Member
In fast-growing economies of cities like Colombo, Nairobi and Jakarta, a change is happening quietly in finance departments. Companies, especially mid-sized ones, are getting a new team member who works 24/7 without ever taking a break. This team member isn’t a person or a temporary consultant. It’s an artificial intelligence (AI) system changing how finance […]
How Founder Led Companies Can Scale Without Losing Their Culture
When a company is small, everything happens fast. Decisions are quick, and everyone knows each other. The product goes from idea to market because one person just rolls up their sleeves and gets it done. This early momentum is powerful; it feels like magic. The founder’s energy and direct involvement create a unique culture, a […]
Sri Lanka – Economy at a glance
Monetary Sector Interest Rates remained low in 2023 and 2024 In 2024, with inflation staying low, the Central Bank continued to ease monetary policy. It had already cut interest rates significantly, totaling 650 basis points in the latter half of 2023. In March 2024, it reduced rates further by 50 basis points, responding to low […]