People’s Bank facilitates over 14.5 m transactions worth Rs. 205 b in Avurudu season

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People’s Bank yesterday announced that during the Avurudu season between 1 and 15 April, it had facilitated over 14.5 million transactions valued at over Rs. 205 billion, highlighting its pivotal role in the daily financial activities of the country.

The leader in digital banking innovation possessing the largest customer base in Sri Lanka, People’s Bank leveraged its extensive network, including 751 branches and service centres, the massively popular digital banking platforms, and over 1,150 ATMs, CDMs, and CRMs.

The bank successfully delivered unmatched convenience and accessibility to its customers and this vast infrastructure underscores the bank’s commitment to enhancing customer experience and expanding its reach across the country.

The bank’s innovative digital platforms, including People’s Wave, People’s Wyn, and People’s Pay, have set new standards in the digital banking sector in Sri Lanka. People’s Wave, the most downloaded banking app in the country, boasts over 2.3 million active users and offers digital access to more than 50 different types of financial transactions.

As the country’s second-largest financial services provider with over Rs. 3 trillion in consolidated assets, People’s Bank continues to strengthen its market position. Currently, it serves the largest customer base in the country, with over 15.2 million customers.

People’s Bank Deputy General Manager – Channel Management Naleen Pathiranage said: “People’s Bank is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of digital banking to provide seamless and efficient services to benefit the entire society rather than a select few customer segments. Our robust performance during the Avurudu season is a testament to the trust placed in our capacity and reliability by millions of Sri Lankans.”

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