Sri Lanka’s Unemployment Rate Rises to 4% in Second Quarter
Sri Lanka's unemployment rate rose to 4% in Q2 2026, up 0.3 points on the quarter. Women's rate was 6.1%, more than double.
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Sri Lanka’s Current Account Swings to USD 133 Million Surplus in August
Sri Lanka's current account posted a USD 133.4 million surplus in August, ending four months of deficits, though the year-to-date gap stands at.
- October 2, 2026
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Sri Lanka’s Economic Growth Eases in Second Quarter
Sri Lanka's economy grew 4.2% in Q2 2026, down from 5.1% in Q1, according to Census and Statistics data, signaling a moderation in.
- September 16, 2026
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Sri Lanka’s Foreign Reserves Rise to $6.9 Billion in August
Sri Lanka's official reserves grew 4.6% MoM to $6.9bn in August, CBSL data shows, as the rupee held steady near LKR 328.75/USD.
- September 11, 2026
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El Niño Returns: What a 2026 Climate Cycle Means for Sri Lanka’s Food Prices, Energy Costs and Trade Balance
Global climate data points to an emerging El Niño phase that could peak between Q4 2026 and early 2027, with cascading effects on.
- June 27, 2026