Banking System Liquidity Expands as Foreign Holdings of Government Bonds Rise
Sri Lanka banking system liquidity climbs to LKR 246.8Bn as foreign holdings of rupee government securities extend weekly gains.
Treasury Market
Fixed Income & Bonds
Government Securities Yields Fall Sharply Across Curve on Renewed Buying Interest
T-bill rates decline at auction as secondary market bond yields ease up to 35bps week-on-week; foreign holdings of rupee bonds climb.
Daily Market Snapshot
Colombo Bourse Extends Gains for Third Straight Session as Yields Ease on Government Securities
ASPI and S&P SL20 rise as CSE turnover thins; government securities yields fall across the curve and the rupee firms against the dollar.
Gold Price
Sri Lanka gold price — Aug 07, 2026
Gold Price in Sri Lanka remained firm on August 7, 2026, with the price of 22 Carat 8 grams (1 pawn) standing at
Banking & Finance
Union Bank Appoints Anil Keshary Shah to Board
Union Bank has announced the appointment of Anil Keshary Shah as a Non-Independent Non-Executive Director to its Board of Directors, bringing more than
Business
CCC and Cochin Chamber Strengthen Regional Business Partnerships
CCC and Cochin Chamber have taken a significant step toward strengthening regional business collaboration by facilitating direct engagement between Sri Lankan companies and
Business
Sri Lanka – France Business Council Holds 22nd AGM
Sri Lanka – France Business Council has charted a new direction for strengthening bilateral trade and investment following the successful conclusion of its
Technological Advancements
ASUS 2026 Lineup Launches in Sri Lanka
ASUS 2026 Lineup has officially been introduced in Sri Lanka, bringing a new generation of AI-powered laptops designed for professionals, students, creators, and
Policy and Regulation
Commercial Mediation Strengthens Sri Lanka Business Confidence
Commercial Mediation is set to play a greater role in strengthening Sri Lanka’s business environment following the introduction of a modern legal framework
Business
HNB Life Reports Strong First Half Performance
HNB Life has reported a strong financial performance for the first six months of 2026, delivering significant growth in premiums, income, assets, and