Sri Lanka Treasury Must Charge Dollar Taxes to Avoid Default
Sri Lanka Treasury must charge dollar taxes to reduce reliance on IMF loans and foreign debt support. Reforming the central bank’s monopoly could
Business
Forex Market
Sri Lanka Rupee and Bonds Update – 22 Dec 2025
Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker in early Monday trading, hitting 309.55/65 to the US dollar, as the market reacts to ongoing liquidity management
Business
Donor Agencies Commit $350mn for Sri Lanka Cyclone Recovery
Donor agencies commit $350mn for Sri Lanka to support post-cyclone recovery, providing vital funding to rebuild infrastructure, stabilise the economy, and deliver urgent
Business
Elephant House Ice Cream Launch Sparks Excitement in Australia
Elephant House Ice Cream launch in Australia marks a historic milestone as the iconic Sri Lankan brand expands globally, bringing beloved flavours and
Business
Maliban Yevan David Partnership Fuels FIA Formula 3 Dream
Maliban Yevan David partnership marks a defining moment for Sri Lankan sport as the iconic homegrown brand backs the nation’s first driver to
International Economic Developments
Hainan Special Customs Supervision Zone Powers Free Trade
Hainan special customs supervision zone entered a new phase this week as China launched island-wide customs operations designed to liberalise trade, expand zero-tariff
Business
Hameedia Holidays Ignite Joy with Festive Style
Hameedia Holidays returns this December with a vibrant seasonal celebration that blends fashion, gifting, entertainment and community impact, inviting shoppers across Sri Lanka
Business
First Capital Holdings Appointment Signals Bold Digital Shift
First Capital Holdings appointment of a new Chief Transformation Officer marks a decisive step in strengthening the organisation’s digital and operational strategy, as
Tech Industry
Huawei Glotel Awards Win Highlights AI Telecom Power
Huawei Glotel Awards success in 2025 underscores the company’s growing influence in AI-driven telecom innovation, as Huawei and its global operator partners earned
Economics
Sri Lanka Climate Debt Clauses Urged After Cyclone Shock
Sri Lanka climate debt clauses should be embedded in future borrowing to protect the country from fiscal shocks triggered by natural disasters, a