Deputy Minister accuses banks of self-interest
Deputy Minister accuses banks of self-interest as concerns grow over delays in disbursing concessional loans under government-backed MSME financing schemes, raising questions about
Economics
Stock Market
Sri Lanka stocks trend up, banks push turnover
Sri Lanka stocks trend up, banks push turnover as the Colombo bourse recorded moderate gains, supported by strong banking sector activity and renewed
Energy
Sri Lanka greenlights battery storage plan
Sri Lanka greenlights battery storage plan as the government moves to strengthen grid stability and support the rapid expansion of renewable energy, particularly
Forex Market
Sri Lanka Rupee and Bonds Update – 02 Apr 2026
Sri Lanka rupee stronger, bond yields steady as currency markets showed modest gains against the US dollar while government securities remained largely unchanged,
Agriculture
Sri Lanka allows private rice imports to address shortage
Sri Lanka allows private rice imports to address shortage as authorities move to stabilize market supply and prices following forecasts of an acute
Real Estate
Sri Lanka construction activity expands in Feb 2026 PMI
Sri Lanka construction activity expands in Feb 2026 PMI, reflecting continued growth in the sector despite a slight moderation in momentum compared to
International Economic Developments
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister visits Sri Lanka for talks
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister visits Sri Lanka as diplomatic engagements between the two countries continue to strengthen, with high-level discussions scheduled to take
Gold Price
Sri Lanka gold price — Mar 31, 2026
22 Carat 8 Grams (1 Pawn) Gold Price today in Sri Lanka stands at Rs. 350,850 as of 31st March 2026. Investors and
Entrepreneurship
Central Province Entrepreneur Awards 2025 honours 55 entrepreneurs
Central Province Entrepreneur Awards 2025 honours 55 entrepreneurs in a ceremony that celebrated the innovation, resilience, and achievements of the region’s business community.
Business
Sri Lanka’s economic outlook brightens with Graphene
Sri Lanka’s economic outlook brightens with Graphene as the country positions itself at the forefront of global innovation in advanced materials. A recent