John Keells Holdings PLC: Business Law and Ethical Considerations

This report critically examines the ethical and social responsibilities of John Keells Holdings PLC, a Sri Lankan multinational company. It explores the company's business model, its efforts towards becoming a socially accountable and ethical organization, and its sustainable development practices. The report compares John Keells Holdings with Walmart, highlighting their approaches to ethical conduct, environmental impact, and sustainable consumption and production. The analysis includes a discussion on the company's history, its industry segments (supermarkets, leisure, tea broking, banking, tourism), financial performance, and its commitment to sustainable development goals. The report also references key concepts like Sustainable Consumption and Production (SCP) and the Brundtland Report, providing a comprehensive overview of the company's role in the present competitive business environment.