LB Finance Raises $45m from Swiss Investors
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- February 3, 2026
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- LB Finance PLC
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LB Finance PLC has secured $45 million in long-term funding from Switzerland-based impact investors responsAbility Investments AG and BlueOrchard Finance Ltd., strengthening its capacity to expand lending to Sri Lanka’s MSME sector.
The funding includes a $20 million senior debt facility from responsAbility and a $25 million facility from BlueOrchard-managed funds. The partnership reflects a shared commitment to advancing financial inclusion and supporting under-served enterprises in emerging markets.
Managing Director Niroshan Udage said the funding will enhance LB Finance’s ability to provide growth capital to MSMEs, a key driver of employment and economic activity. Executive Director Ravi Yatawara added that securing foreign currency funding in the current global environment highlights the company’s strong fundamentals and prudent financial management.
The agreement was formalised at AFIFORUM 2026 in Bangkok. The investment further strengthens LB Finance’s balance sheet and supports its role as a leading non-bank financial institution in Sri Lanka.
