Sri Lanka, Aug. 1 -- Bank of Ceylon (BOC), Sri Lanka's premier state-owned commercial bank, marks its 86th anniversary, marking a legacy that began on August 1, 1939 and has since evolved into an institution that is deeply interwoven with the country's economic and social fabric.

Over the past eight decades, Bank of Ceylon has grown from a single branch in Fort to become the largest and most trusted financial services provider in Sri Lanka, with a strong international presence and a wide network serving millions of customers across the country.

The Bank enters its 86th year on the back of its strongest-ever financial performance. For 2024, BOC reported a profit of Rs. 106.9 billion - the highest in the Bank's history. That momentum has ...