DFCC Bank Recognised for Growth and Profitability at ICC Emerging Asia Banking Awards 2026

DFCC Bank has won two country awards at the 4th ICC Emerging Asia Banking Conclave & Awards 2026, receiving Best Performance on Growth - Sri Lanka and Best Performance on Profitability - Sri Lanka.

Organised by the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC), the regional awards recognise the performance of financial institutions across emerging Asian markets.

The awards were presented to Anton Arumugam, Senior Vice President - Offshore Banking, Remittances and Business Development at DFCC Bank, by K. G. P. Sirikumara, Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, at a ceremony held in New Delhi, India.

The two awards recognise DFCC Bank’s ability to expand its business while improving financial returns. This reflects a disciplined approach to growth, with the Bank strengthening customer relationships, managing its balance sheet carefully and investing in the capabilities needed to support future performance.

Commenting on the recognition, Thimal Perera, Director and Chief Executive Officer of DFCC Bank, said:

“Growth matters when it strengthens the business and creates the capacity to serve customers better. Profitability matters because it allows us to continue investing in our people, technology and customer experience. Being recognised in both areas is therefore significant. It reflects the discipline with which our teams have pursued growth, managed risk and converted opportunity into stronger performance. Our responsibility now is to build on that progress with the same focus.”

The recognition follows a period in which DFCC Bank continued to expand its business while maintaining a clear focus on financial discipline, operational resilience and sustainable returns.

About DFCC Bank

DFCC Bank PLC, established in 1955 and listed on the Colombo Stock Exchange since 1956, is one of Sri Lanka’s leading financial institutions. Regulated by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka and rated A (lka) by Fitch Ratings, the Bank offers a comprehensive portfolio of retail, corporate, and SME banking services, along with treasury, investment, and trade finance solutions.

With customer centricity and sustainable innovation at its core, DFCC Bank delivers seamless and secure banking experiences, which include digital platforms like DFCC MySpace, and through a network of 133 branches and access to over 6,000 ATMs via the LankaPay network.

A recognised leader in sustainable finance and renewable energy initiatives, DFCC Bank is committed to reducing environmental impact and fostering long-term economic resilience.