New private sector borrowing sees sharp Feb. recovery
New private sector borrowing sees sharp Feb. recovery, rising 74.7% month-on-month to Rs. 144.3 billion after a nine-month low in January, according to
Economics
Business
Chevron Lanka exceeds Rs. 4 b in earnings for 2025
Chevron Lanka exceeds Rs. 4 b in earnings for the first time in its 32-year history, reflecting robust growth and strong market performance
Real Estate
Vauxhall DSTRCT sets new benchmark in Colombo real estate
Vauxhall DSTRCT sets new benchmark in Colombo’s real estate sector, with strong early sales signalling renewed investor confidence and growing demand for premium
Technological Advancements
MSI recognises top commercial PC partners in Sri Lanka
MSI recognises top commercial PC partners at a recent awards ceremony in Colombo, highlighting the company’s expanding presence in Sri Lanka and its
Agriculture
Colombo facilitates climate transparency regional momentum
Colombo facilitates climate transparency regional momentum as a recent workshop brought together countries across Asia and the Pacific to strengthen cooperation on climate
Finance
ADB approves emergency financing for crisis response
ADB approves emergency financing to strengthen rapid crisis response capabilities across Asia and the Pacific, introducing a new mechanism designed to deploy funds
Trade Relations
Sri Lanka, Russia reaffirm cooperation at Inter-MFA talks
Sri Lanka, Russia reaffirm cooperation at Inter-MFA talks, underscoring their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and expanding collaboration across political, economic, and multilateral
Economics
Sri Lanka’s exporters ask CPC for prioritized fuel supply
Sri Lanka’s exporters ask CPC for prioritized fuel supply, raising concerns over fuel accessibility and distribution inefficiencies that could disrupt production and delivery
Logistics
Sri Lanka’s Hambantota Port expands capacity as transshipment volumes increase
Sri Lanka’s Hambantota Port expands capacity as transshipment volumes increase, highlighting the port’s growing strategic role in global shipping as rerouted maritime traffic
Forex Market
Sri Lanka Rupee and Bonds Update – 06 Apr 2026
Sri Lanka rupee holds steady, bond yields flat, reflecting stable currency movements and subdued activity in the government securities market as investors adopt