SL surpasses 600,000 tourist arrivals but March lags
SL surpasses 600,000 tourist arrivals but March lags as Sri Lanka’s tourism sector continues its overall recovery in 2026, despite a sharp slowdown
Tourism
Tourism
Cruise ship Viking Sky brings over 700 tourists to SL
Cruise ship Viking Sky brings over 700 tourists to SL after the luxury vessel made a port call in Colombo during its regional
Energy
Govt. hikes fuel prices across the board in Sri Lanka
Govt. hikes fuel prices across the board following a sharp increase in global crude oil prices, as authorities adjusted domestic fuel rates amid
Economics
Thailand Week 2026 concludes with strengthened trade ties
Thailand Week 2026 concludes with strengthened trade ties following a three-day business exhibition in Colombo that connected Thai companies with Sri Lankan distributors
Business
Damitha Jayawardana appointed Acting CEO of Kerner Haus
Damitha Jayawardana appointed Acting CEO of Kerner Haus as the commercial property solutions company strengthens its leadership structure while continuing to expand its
Business
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Sri Lanka announces three-year vision
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Sri Lanka announces three-year vision as the country’s premier fashion platform outlines an ambitious roadmap through 2028, backed by major
Forex Market
Sri Lanka Rupee and Bonds Update – 10 Mar 2026
Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond yields close up on energy price rise as currency pressures and global commodity trends influence local financial markets.
Economics
GDP growth to average 3.1% through 2030: Treasury
GDP growth to average 3.1% through 2030 as Sri Lanka stabilizes its economy following the recent debt restructuring and reform program. The projection
Energy
Global oil prices surge 25% amid Iran war
Global oil prices surge sharply as escalating conflict involving Iran triggered fears of supply disruptions across the Middle East energy corridor. Benchmark crude
Economics
Sri Lanka Customs beats February revenue target by 28%
Sri Lanka Customs has exceeded its February 2025 revenue target by a significant margin, highlighting stronger import activity and tighter enforcement. Official data