Economics

Providing analysis and commentary on key economic indicators such as GDP growth, unemployment rates, inflation, and consumer spending.

Economics

Economy to Grow Through Digitalisation and Energy Transformation

Sri Lanka has unveiled a strategy to drive economic growth through digitalisation and energy transformation, focusing on Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), Digital Literacy.

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Sri Lanka Risks Losing US$ 1.23bn in EU Exports if GSP+ Revoked

Sri Lanka could face losses of up to US$ 1.23 billion if it loses its Generalised Scheme of Preferences Plus (GSP+) trade benefits.

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Sri Lankan Economy Shows Strong Revival, Boosting Investor Confidence

Sri Lanka’s economy has undergone a remarkable revival, positioning its capital market as an attractive destination for investors. In 2024, the All Share.

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Sri Lanka’s Manufacturing and Services Expand in February Ahead of Festive Season

Sri Lanka’s manufacturing and services sectors continued to expand in February, driven by the upcoming festive season, according to the latest Purchasing Managers’.

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Top Economist Calls for Reforms to Drive Sri Lanka Towards Singaporean Growth Model

A leading economist has urged the Sri Lankan government to implement urgent reforms in State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs), trade and investment policies, governance, and.

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Sri Lanka’s Private Credit Declines in January 2025 After December Surge

Sri Lanka’s private credit from commercial banks declined by 4.6 billion rupees in January 2025, following a significant surge of 193.2 billion rupees.

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US Reciprocal Tariffs: Potential Impact on Sri Lanka’s Export Growth

The newly implemented additional tariffs on US imports from Canada, China, and Mexico, which took effect on March 4, have escalated trade tensions,.

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Tea Prices Decline in February Amid Market Fluctuations

The National Tea Sales Average for February recorded Rs. 1,168.93 ($3.96), marking a decline of Rs. 16.50 and $0.07 compared to January, according.

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Sri Lanka’s New Government Adopts Different SOE Restructuring Approach Under IMF Program

Sri Lanka’s new government, led by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, is taking a different approach to restructuring state-owned enterprises (SOEs) under the ongoing.

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Sri Lanka’s Debt-to-GDP Ratio Outperforms IMF Projections Amid Missed Inflation Target

Sri Lanka has surpassed its debt-to-GDP ratio target set by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), despite the central bank missing its inflation target..

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