Founded in 1870, John Keells Holdings Plc is Sri Lanka's largest listed conglomerate and has been the country's most valuable company since the 1980s. The group operates across seven industry sectors: leisure, transportation, retail, consumer foods, property, financial services, and information technology. Its annual revenue exceeds LKR 260 billion, and the company employs approximately 22,250 people.
The company's portfolio includes several iconic national brands. Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts is a prominent name in the leisure sector. Keells Supermarkets operates in retail, while Elephant House is a leading consumer foods brand. In financial services, the group includes Nations Trust Bank.
With a heritage spanning over 150 years, John Keells Holdings maintains a significant international presence. It was the first Sri Lankan company to be listed overseas, on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange. The firm is a full member of the World Economic Forum, reflecting its global outlook and operational scale within the Sri Lankan economy.