Recap

News Recap: 09-01-2025

Gold Price

Gold Price Today in Sri Lanka (9th January 2025)

The price of 22 Carat 8 Grams (1 Pawn) of gold in Sri Lanka today is Rs. 204,050, with 1 Gram priced at Rs. 25,510. For 24 Carat, 8 Grams is Rs. 222,550. Current gold prices include Rs. 788,497 for 1 Ounce, and varying rates for 21 Carat.

Forex Market

Sri Lanka Bond Yields Down Ahead of Auction, Rupee Weaker

Sri Lanka’s rupee weakened to 295.60/90 against the US dollar on Thursday, down from 295.05/15. Bond yields declined, and some petroleum payments were covered. A 190 billion rupee bond auction is set. Quoted bond yields for various maturities showed slight decreases, with some remaining steady.