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
Business
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
Business
Mazagon Dock secures majority control of Colombo Dockyard with 51% stake
Mazagon Dock secures majority control of Colombo Dockyard with 51% stake, marking a significant shift in ownership of Sri Lanka’s leading shipbuilding and
Business
Alumex PLC powers innovation as official material sponsor of Unleashed 2026
Alumex PLC powers innovation as official material sponsor of Unleashed 2026, supporting the unveiling of the FALCON E1 electric race car developed by