FTZMA proposes activation of power wheeling for industry
FTZMA proposes activation of power wheeling to reduce costs as Sri Lanka’s manufacturing sector pushes for faster implementation of market-based electricity reforms aimed
Energy
Energy
Litro holds LP gas prices for May amid market pressure
Litro holds LP gas prices for May despite mounting pressure from rising international energy prices and continued exchange rate volatility, offering temporary relief
Agriculture
Sri Lanka and Australia partner FAO for farm recovery
Sri Lanka and Australia partner FAO to launch a new recovery initiative aimed at rebuilding climate-resilient vegetable farming systems in cyclone-affected highland districts.
Economics
ADB to mobilise $ 50 b for regional connectivity action
ADB to mobilise $ 50 b to turn regional connectivity into action as the multilateral lender accelerates efforts to strengthen energy integration and
Business
Dhammika invests Rs. 4.6 b more in Hayleys Rights Issue
Dhammika invests Rs. 4.6 b more in Hayleys via historic Rights Issue as billionaire investor and industrialist Dhammika Perera strengthened his stake in
Investments
SL, Indian CEOs explore investments in fintech and manufacturing
SL, Indian CEOs explore investments in fintech, manufacturing and tech corridor as Sri Lanka intensifies efforts to attract Indian investment and strengthen bilateral
Energy
Sri Lanka calls for RFIs to launch Green Hydrogen projects
Sri Lanka calls for RFIs to launch Green Hydrogen and Green Ammonia projects, signaling a strategic push to position the island as a
Business
Colombo Dockyard reports loss in March 2026 quarter
Colombo Dockyard reports loss of 428.1 million rupees for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, reflecting continued financial pressure despite improved performance compared
Forex Market
Sri Lanka Rupee and Bonds Update – 06 May 2026
Sri Lanka rupee depreciates slightly in the spot market on Wednesday, reflecting mild pressure on the local currency even as government bond yields
Investments
Sri Lanka sends largest delegation to SelectUSA summit
Sri Lanka sends largest delegation to SelectUSA, signalling push for US-linked investment as the country intensifies efforts to strengthen commercial partnerships and expand