Sri Lanka Weighs Investment Incentives Amid IMF-Backed Economic Recovery
President Dissanayake says talks are ongoing with the IMF to attract FDI as the nation seeks growth after default Sri Lanka is in.
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Government and CBSL Announce Fresh Financial Relief for Bank-Linked SMEs to Boost Recovery
New directives extend interest concessions, lending support, and rescheduling deadlines for eligible small and medium enterprises. Government and CBSL Renew Commitment to SME.
- June 13, 2025
Economics
PUCSL to Announce Electricity Tariff Decision This Week Following Public Consultations
The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) is set to deliver its final decision on the proposed electricity tariff revision within the.
- June 9, 2025
Economics
Sugar Importers Urge President to Halt Tax Hike, Warn of Price Surge and Market Disruption
Colombo, June 6, 2025 — Sugar importers have issued a strong appeal to President and Finance Minister Anura Kumara Dissanayake, warning that any.
- June 6, 2025
Economics
Sri Lanka’s Tax Revenues Jump 20% to April Amid Rising Public Sector Spending
Colombo, June 6, 2025 — Sri Lanka’s tax revenue surged by 20.7% in the first four months of 2025, reaching 1,349 billion rupees,.
- June 6, 2025
Economics
Sri Lanka’s Tax Revenue Tops Rs. 1.7 Trillion by End-May
All major collection agencies exceed targets; government optimistic on forex earnings despite slow capital spending Sri Lanka’s tax revenue collection has surged past.
- June 5, 2025
Economics
Govt. Rakes in Rs. 136 Billion from Vehicle Imports in Just Four Months
High earnings spark tax cut debate, but Treasury remains firm on fiscal discipline The Sri Lankan Government has earned a substantial Rs. 136.
- June 5, 2025
Economics
Sri Lanka Continues Tariff Talks with US After Second Round in Washington
Colombo – June 3, 2025 — Sri Lanka is actively engaging with the United States to resolve tariff issues following a second round.
- June 3, 2025
Economics
Sri Lanka’s Trade Deficit Nearly Doubles in April to $717 Million
Imports surge while exports slow from March highs, widening the trade gap Sri Lanka’s trade deficit widened significantly in April 2025, nearly doubling.
- June 2, 2025
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Trump Tariffs Reinstated Pending Appeal Decision
In a significant legal twist, a U.S. Federal Appeals Court has reinstated tariffs originally imposed by former President Donald Trump, temporarily overturning a.
- May 30, 2025