Maga Engineering Awarded Final Central Highway Contracts
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the awarding of the IR and IS contract packages for the Central Highway Project to Maga Engineering
Economics
Economics
Cabinet Approves Sri Lanka-Thailand Free Trade Agreement
The Cabinet of Ministers has ratified the Sri Lanka-Thailand Free Trade Agreement (FTA), marking a significant milestone in the bilateral relations between the
Tourism
Colombo Business Analytics Forum 2024 Kicks Off at BMICH
The Colombo Business Analytics Forum 2024, hosted by the University of Moratuwa’s Society of Business Analytics (SOBA), is taking place today at the
Finance
Sri Lanka’s Positive Growth Momentum Expected to Continue: CB Governor
Sri Lanka’s positive economic growth, seen in early 2024, is likely to continue, supported by low inflation and a stable exchange rate, according
Forex Market
Sri Lankan Rupee Slightly Higher at 299.05/20 to USD, Bond Yields Steady
The Sri Lankan rupee opened marginally higher on Wednesday, trading at 299.05/20 against the US dollar, following a previous close of 299.10/25 on
Markets
Gold Prices in Sri Lanka Today: (August 13, 2024)
As of August 13, 2024, the gold price for 22 Carat 8 Grams (1 Pawn) in Sri Lanka is Rs. 191,650. The rate
Economics
Sri Lanka Approves Up to 10% Cut in Household Water Tariffs
Sri Lanka’s cabinet has approved a reduction in household water tariffs of up to 10 percent under a cost-reflective tariff formula, according to
Business
Sri Lanka Panel Sets Daily Wage for Plantation Workers at 1,700 Rupees
Sri Lanka’s Wages Board has mandated a daily wage of 1,700 rupees for plantation workers, which legislators argue amounts to 2,000 rupees with
Finance
Fitch Upgrades Habib Bank Sri Lanka to ‘AA-(lka)’ with Stable Outlook
Fitch Ratings has upgraded the national long-term rating of Habib Bank Limited – Sri Lanka Branch (HBLSL) to ‘AA-(lka)’, up from ‘A(lka)’. The
Bond Yields
Sri Lanka Rupee Opens Flat; Bond Yields and Stocks Steady
Sri Lanka’s rupee opened flat at 299.50/70 against the US dollar on Tuesday, according to dealers. Bond yields remained largely steady, while stocks