First Capital returns as Title Partner of MAGNATE 2026 for fourth consecutive year

First Capital Holdings PLC, a subsidiary of JXG (Janashakthi Group) and a pioneering force in Sri Lanka’s capital markets landscape, returned as the Official Title Partner of MAGNATE 2026, the flagship event of the Finance Students’ Association of the Faculty of Management & Finance, University of Colombo, for the fourth consecutive year. Their continued association reflects First Capital’s commitment to strengthening ties between academia and the financial services industry while engaging with emerging talent and supporting the next generation of finance professionals.

MAGNATE serves as a platform connecting finance undergraduates, industry experts, corporate leaders, and academic figures to foster innovation, leadership, and knowledge-sharing in finance. The 2026 event featured a keynote address by an industry expert, discussions, and an inter-university debate competition, providing students with opportunities to exchange ideas, engage with industry perspectives, and explore the evolving financial landscape.

Representing First Capital Holdings at the event, Kumaravaran Kanagasooriar, Vice President – Asset Management, delivered the keynote address on “Barter to Bitcoin: Global Shift in Finance Beyond Borders”, exploring the evolution of financial systems and the forces shaping an increasingly interconnected global financial landscape.

Commenting on First Capital’s continued involvement, Chamara Pussella, Head of Human Resources of First Capital Holdings PLC, said, “Engaging with universities is an important part of building meaningful connections with emerging talent. Platforms such as MAGNATE allow us to connect with future finance professionals, exchange perspectives, and give them a better understanding of the industry and the opportunities it offers. As an employer, we value these connections as we continue to build relationships with academia and create opportunities for young talent to learn, grow, and explore their potential.”

First Capital’s involvement also provides an opportunity to engage with emerging talent for potential internship opportunities. Through its continued participation in MAGNATE, First Capital aims to strengthen its relationship with the Faculty of Management & Finance as an employer, while supporting knowledge-sharing, financial innovation, and closer engagement between academia and the financial services industry.

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About First Capital Holdings PLC

First Capital Holdings PLC is a listed, full-service investment institution in Sri Lanka, offering services across primary dealing, corporate finance advisory, wealth management and stockbroking. Guided by its ‘Performance First’ ethos and supported by JXG (Janashakthi Group), the company focuses on maintaining stability, strengthening its competitive position and delivering an exceptional customer experience.

With over four decades of experience in providing capital market solutions, First Capital continues to build on its industry expertise and market presence. Lanka Rating Agency (LRA) has reaffirmed the credit ratings of First Capital Holdings PLC and its subsidiary, First Capital Treasuries PLC, at A+ with a Stable Outlook. In 2026, First Capital Holdings PLC was recognised as the Leading Investment Banking Firm in Sri Lanka at the World Economic Magazine Awards. In 2025, it became the first investment institution in Sri Lanka to achieve Superbrands status, recognising its brand strength and position in the market.

First Capital Holdings PLC operates within the applicable regulatory framework, in accordance with the regulations and requirements of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), the Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) and the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL).