Sri Lanka Rupee and Bonds Update – 07 Sept 2026
Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 328.20/40 against the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while domestic bond yields remained broadly
Forex Market
Stock Market
Foreign Investors Extend Year-Long Selling Trend Despite Modest Daily Outflow
Foreign investors remained net sellers on the CSE, extending year-to-date outflows past LKR 56 billion despite a modest daily figure.
Stock Market
Food, Beverage and Tobacco Counters Dominate Trading as Materials Sector Stays Active
Food, Beverage & Tobacco counters drove 24% of CSE turnover as Materials sector activity stayed elevated for a second session.
Stock Market
ASPI and S&P SL20 Both Gain Over 1% as Colombo Bourse Posts Best Intraday Move in Months
ASPI and S&P SL20 rose over 1% as blue-chip counters led Colombo Bourse gains, though turnover lagged the monthly average.
Daily Market Snapshot
Colombo Bourse Gains for a Second Straight Session as Both Indices Cross 1%
ASPI and S&P SL20 rose over 1% as Colombo Bourse turnover improved but foreign investors stayed net sellers.
Gold Price
Sri Lanka gold price — Sept 04, 2026
Gold Price in Sri Lanka stands at Rs. 354,800 for 22 Carat 8 grams, or one pawn, as of 4 September 2026, while
Agriculture
National Tea Sale Average Falls to Rs. 1,174 in August
National Tea Sale Average declined to Rs. 1,174.46 per kilogram in August 2026 from Rs. 1,182.27 a year earlier, reflecting weaker prices despite
Economics
Vehicle imports Generate Rs. 512.5 Bn in Tax Revenue
Vehicle imports generated Rs. 512.547 billion in tax revenue for Sri Lanka during the first six months of 2026, with 316,000 vehicles entering
Apparel and Fashion
The Unlabelled Runway 2026 Brings Fashion and Purpose Together
The Unlabelled Runway 2026 has brought fashion, inclusion and social impact together, using the runway as a platform to celebrate individuality, resilience and
Banking & Finance
Sarvodaya Development Finance Invests in Employee Leadership
Sarvodaya Development Finance has strengthened its focus on employee growth by taking top-performing employees on an international learning journey in Thailand, combining professional