Sri Lanka apparel faces rising rivals and shifting demand
Sri Lanka apparel manufacturers are facing mounting pressure from shifting consumer demand, rising international competition and years of disrupted investment, prompting the industry
Apparel and Fashion
Banking & Finance
NSB joins EDEX Expo Mid-Year 2026 as Banking Partner
NSB has joined EDEX Expo Mid-Year 2026 as its Official Banking Partner for the first time, strengthening its focus on youth education, financial
Business
Ex-Ceylon Chamber staff mark 10th anniversary
Ex-Ceylon Chamber staff recently marked the 10th anniversary of their reunion with a lively celebration at ME Hotel in Colombo, bringing former colleagues
Business
Sri Lanka – Benelux Business Council holds 31st AGM
Sri Lanka – Benelux Business Council held its 31st Annual General Meeting, with business and diplomatic leaders calling for stronger trade, investment and
Forex Market
Sri Lanka Rupee and Bonds Update – 07 Sept 2026
Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 328.20/40 against the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while domestic bond yields remained broadly
Stock Market
Foreign Investors Extend Year-Long Selling Trend Despite Modest Daily Outflow
Foreign investors remained net sellers on the CSE, extending year-to-date outflows past LKR 56 billion despite a modest daily figure.
Stock Market
Food, Beverage and Tobacco Counters Dominate Trading as Materials Sector Stays Active
Food, Beverage & Tobacco counters drove 24% of CSE turnover as Materials sector activity stayed elevated for a second session.
Stock Market
ASPI and S&P SL20 Both Gain Over 1% as Colombo Bourse Posts Best Intraday Move in Months
ASPI and S&P SL20 rose over 1% as blue-chip counters led Colombo Bourse gains, though turnover lagged the monthly average.
Daily Market Snapshot
Colombo Bourse Gains for a Second Straight Session as Both Indices Cross 1%
ASPI and S&P SL20 rose over 1% as Colombo Bourse turnover improved but foreign investors stayed net sellers.
Gold Price
Sri Lanka gold price — Sept 04, 2026
Gold Price in Sri Lanka stands at Rs. 354,800 for 22 Carat 8 grams, or one pawn, as of 4 September 2026, while