Sri Lanka sells extra Rs25.5bn Treasury bills
Sri Lanka sells extra Rs25.5bn Treasury bills as authorities continue to tap market liquidity to meet short-term financing needs. The latest issuance reflects
Economics
Manufacturing
Infrastructure development key for boat-building sector growth
Infrastructure development key for boat-building sector growth as Sri Lanka’s marine industry pushes for streamlined logistics, reduced costs, and stronger policy support to
Tourism
Hoteliers warn of revenue impact from drop in European arrivals
Hoteliers warn of revenue impact from drop in European arrivals as Sri Lanka’s tourism sector faces declining visitor numbers and heightened uncertainty due
Finance
PDMO sells 100% of T-bills on offer
PDMO sells 100% of T-bills on offer at the latest mid-week auction, signaling improved investor confidence and better alignment between market expectations and
Economics
CESS phase-out to deliver immediate tax relief
CESS phase-out to deliver immediate tax relief as Sri Lanka moves to reduce production costs and strengthen export competitiveness through the gradual removal
Technological Advancements
DPA Secretariat to commence operations by next month
DPA Secretariat to commence operations by next month, marking a key step in Sri Lanka’s data governance framework as authorities prepare institutions for
Gold Price
Sri Lanka gold price — Apr 16, 2026
Gold Price Today in Sri Lanka reflects a continued upward trend as of April 16, 2026, with notable increases in both 22 carat
Forex Market
Sri Lanka Rupee and Bonds Update – 16 Apr 2026
Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond yields dropping as currency markets and government securities reacted to shifting global sentiment and easing geopolitical tensions. The
Gold Price
Sri Lanka gold price — Apr 15, 2026
Gold Price in Sri Lanka today continues to reflect global bullion trends and currency fluctuations. Local market rates show noticeable variations across 22K
Business
Hayleys completes 800kW solar project for LSEG Sri Lanka
Hayleys completes 800kW solar project for LSEG Sri Lanka as the country’s corporate sector accelerates its transition toward renewable energy, marking a major