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Commercial Bank wins Sri Lanka's Best Bank and ESG accolades

Commercial Bank of Ceylon has been recognised as Sri Lanka's Best Bank and Best ESG Bank in the latest Euromoney awards, cementing its position as a leading financial institution in the country.

LSN Sri Lanka · 21 September 2026

Commercial Bank wins Sri Lanka's Best Bank and ESG accolades

Commercial Bank of Ceylon has secured two significant awards in Euromoney's prestigious annual recognition programme, being named both Sri Lanka's Best Bank and Best ESG Bank. The dual accolade reflects the institution's performance across financial metrics and environmental, social and governance initiatives.

Euromoney's awards programme is considered one of the banking sector's most authoritative recognition frameworks, evaluating institutions based on profitability, market share, asset quality and strategic execution. The inclusion of an ESG-specific award underscores the growing importance of sustainable business practices in the global banking sector.

The recognition places Commercial Bank among the region's leading financial institutions and acknowledges its commitment to responsible banking practices alongside commercial performance. The awards come at a time when Sri Lankan banks are increasingly focused on strengthening governance standards and sustainability frameworks.

Commercial Bank's dual recognition demonstrates investor and industry confidence in the lender's strategic direction and operational management. The awards are expected to reinforce the bank's competitive positioning in Sri Lanka's financial services market and among regional peers.