Oil and dollars in hand, but no ships: Energy Minister
Oil and dollars in hand, but no ships: Energy Minister says global shipping disruptions—not fuel shortages or foreign exchange—are the primary threat to
Economics
Tech Industry
Dialog introduces Oscal Tiger 8 5G in Sri Lanka
Dialog introduces Oscal Tiger 8 5G as part of its ongoing strategy to expand access to next-generation connectivity, positioning the device as one
Business
EO Presidents’ Meeting Colombo 2026 boosts business ties
EO Presidents’ Meeting Colombo 2026 brought together global entrepreneurial leaders in Sri Lanka’s commercial capital, reinforcing the country’s position as an emerging hub
Manufacturing
SLAMERP 40 years rubber products export industry
SLAMERP 40 years rubber products export industry marks a significant milestone as the Sri Lanka Association of Manufacturers and Exporters of Rubber Products
Stock Market
Sri Lanka stocks close down 2.41-pct on fuel fears
Sri Lanka stocks close down 2.41-pct amidst fuel fears, reflecting growing investor concern over a potential fuel shortage and its impact on business
Economics
Sri Lanka duty-free shopping Colombo Port City rule change
Sri Lanka duty-free shopping Colombo Port City regulations are set to be amended to allow arriving passengers to make purchases on two occasions
Forex Market
Today’s Exchange Rates in Sri Lanka – 17 Mar 2026
Daily Central Bank figures shaping Sri Lanka’s currency outlook. Currency Buying Rate Selling Rate USD 307.73 315.30 AUD 215.75 225.23 CAD 223.56 231.72
Gold Price
Sri Lanka gold price — Mar 17, 2026
22 Carat 8 Grams Gold Price today in Sri Lanka stands at Rs. 367,950 as of 17 March 2026, reflecting ongoing trends in
Stock Market
Sri Lanka stocks close down, losses seen across sectors
Sri Lanka stocks close down, losses seen across sectors, as the Colombo bourse ended Monday’s trading session in negative territory with broad-based declines
Forex Market
Sri Lanka Rupee and Bonds Update – 17 Mar 2026
Sri Lanka rupee flat, bond yields steady in Tuesday’s trading session, with the local currency holding near previous levels while activity in the