Expert panel diagnoses why SL misses FDI
Expert panel diagnoses why SL misses FDI, with economists, global investment specialists and trade experts pointing to structural weaknesses in both policy frameworks
Investments
Business
CBSL approves BOC GM/CEO appointment
CBSL approves BOC GM/CEO appointment, formally confirming Y.A. Jayathilaka as the General Manager and Chief Executive Officer of the Bank of Ceylon, marking
Logistics
Marikkar alleges Rs. 8.5 b loss from coal shipments
Marikkar alleges Rs. 8.5 b loss from coal shipments so far, raising serious concerns in Parliament about the financial and operational implications of
Business
Edges of Sri Lanka to showcase country’s export strengths
Edges of Sri Lanka was unveiled as a new national branding initiative designed to highlight the country’s unique export strengths and investment potential,
Trade Relations
Norway urges rule of law, investment climate reforms
Norway urges rule of law, investment climate reforms as a key step toward strengthening its future partnership with Sri Lanka, with officials highlighting
Economics
The unlocked potential of ageing and silver economy in Sri Lanka
The unlocked potential of ageing and silver economy in Sri Lanka is gaining increasing attention as the country’s population ages rapidly, raising both
Economics
Sri Lanka to amend 2016 Microfinance Act, new regulator planned
Sri Lanka to amend 2016 Microfinance Act as the government moves to introduce stronger oversight of the country’s microfinance and moneylending sector, including
Gold Price
Sri Lanka gold price — Mar 05, 2026
22 Carat 8 Grams ( 1 Pawn ) Gold Price today in Sri Lanka stands at Rs. 373,650 on March 5, 2026, reflecting
Forex Market
Sri Lanka Rupee and Bonds Update – 05 Mar 2026
Sri Lanka rupee weaker against the US dollar in Thursday’s spot market as dealers reported mild depreciation despite broadly steady government bond yields
Forex Market
Today’s Exchange Rates in Sri Lanka – 05 Mar 2026
Official Central Bank exchange rate insights for today Currency Buying Rate Selling Rate USD 306.80 314.23 AUD 214.73 214.18 CAD 223.46 231.67 CHF