Sri Lanka Rupee and Bonds Update – 01 Jun 2026
Sri Lanka rupee at 330/332 to US dollar, bond yields flat as currency markets remained largely stable on Monday while government securities traded
Forex Market
Economics
Sri Lanka construction activity contracts in April 2026: PMI
Sri Lanka construction activity contracts in April 2026: PMI as rising raw material costs and labour shortages continued to weigh on the sector’s
Business
John Keells Holdings profit up 218-pct in March 2026 quarter
John Keells Holdings profit up 218-pct in March 2026 quarter as strong performances across retail, transportation and leisure businesses significantly boosted earnings. The
Economics
Sri Lanka raises fuel prices to near 2022 crisis level amid high imports
Sri Lanka raises fuel prices to near 2022 crisis level amid high imports as rising global oil costs and increasing fuel purchases continue
Business
Cargills (Ceylon) March quarter profit jumps 31-pct to Rs.2.63bn
Cargills (Ceylon) March quarter profit jumps 31-pct to Rs.2.63bn, driven by strong revenue growth across its retail, FMCG and restaurant operations despite cost
Energy
Sri Lanka CPC Oil Import Bill Rises to US$521mn
Sri Lanka CPC Oil Import Bill has surged to US$521 million in May 2026 as escalating tensions in the Middle East continue to
Forex Market
Sri Lanka Rupee and Bonds Update – 25 May 2026
Sri Lanka Rupee Spot market trading weakened against the US dollar on Monday while Government bond yields remained largely steady amid improving investor
Education and Career
RCSS and Maldives University Explore Research Partnership
RCSS and Maldives University held discussions on strengthening academic and research cooperation during a recent meeting focused on advancing regional collaboration in South
Healthcare
Cervical Cancer Detection Expanded with New Machines
Cervical Cancer Detection services in Sri Lanka have received a major boost following the installation of 12 advanced colposcopy machines across State hospitals
Apparel and Fashion
CCWE Fashion Week 2026 Draws Models and Designers
CCWE Fashion Week 2026 moved a step closer to becoming a landmark event for Sri Lanka’s fashion and entrepreneurial sectors as more than