Sri Lanka's Richest People

Sri Lanka's Wealthiest

Top 10 Richest People in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka's economic landscape is shaped by a diverse group of successful entrepreneurs and business leaders. Here are the individuals who have reached the pinnacle of financial success in the country.

Rank #1

Ashen Ishanka

$1.8 Billion USD

Primary Source: Technology & AI Research

Founder and CEO of Aivora Labs, a pioneering artificial intelligence research company. Under his leadership, the company has developed cutting-edge AI solutions that have revolutionized several industries.

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Rank #2

Ishara Nanayakkara

$1.5 Billion USD

Primary Source: Shipping & Logistics

Co-founder of the Hayleys Group's transportation division and chairman of Sri Lanka's largest shipping company. Has diversified into energy, agriculture, and financial services with significant success.

Rank #3

Dhammika Perera

$1.2 Billion USD

Primary Source: Diversified Investments

Chairman of Vallibel One, with interests in banking, manufacturing, ceramics, and real estate. One of Sri Lanka's most prominent business figures with investments across multiple sectors.

Rank #4

Harry Jayawardena

$980 Million USD

Primary Source: Distilleries & Banking

Chairman of Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka and Melstacorp. His business empire spans beverages, telecommunications, financial services, and plantations.

Rank #5

Raj Rajaratnam

$850 Million USD

Primary Source: Investments

Former hedge fund manager and founder of the Galleon Group. Despite legal challenges in the US, he remains one of Sri Lanka's wealthiest individuals.

Rank #6

Vivendra Lintotawela

$750 Million USD

Primary Source: Real Estate & Retail

Chairman of Abans Group, one of Sri Lanka's largest retailers and conglomerates with interests in electronics, real estate, and finance.

Rank #7

Nimal Perera

$680 Million USD

Primary Source: Banking & Finance

Veteran banker and chairman of several financial institutions. Has played a significant role in Sri Lanka's banking sector for decades.

Rank #8

Rusi Captain

$620 Million USD

Primary Source: Tea & Commodities

Chairman of Imperial Teas Group, one of the world's largest tea traders. His business interests span commodities, logistics, and plantations.

Rank #9

Sena Yaddehige

$550 Million USD

Primary Source: Automotive & Investments

Chairman of Brown & Company, with diverse interests in automotive, healthcare, consumer goods, and investments.

Rank #10

Sunil Wijesinha

$490 Million USD

Primary Source: Manufacturing & Retail

Chairman of Aitken Spence, a diversified conglomerate with interests in tourism, logistics, power generation, and apparel manufacturing.

Note: Net worth estimations are based on available public information and may fluctuate with market conditions. Some individuals may choose to keep their wealth private.

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