Economics

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

Economics

Sri Lanka’s exporters ask CPC for prioritized fuel supply

Sri Lanka’s exporters ask CPC for prioritized fuel supply, raising concerns over fuel accessibility and distribution inefficiencies that could disrupt production and delivery.

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Interest rates expected to ease in Sri Lanka

Interest rates expected to ease in Sri Lanka as the Central Bank signals continued monetary stability, with private sector credit projected to sustain.

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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.

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Sri Lanka regulator approves electricity tariff hike

Sri Lanka regulator approves electricity tariff hike as authorities moved to revise power prices across consumer categories, with increases of up to 25.

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JICA, World Bank and Presidential Secretariat co-host seminar on Competition Policy and Law

JICA, World Bank and Presidential Secretariat co-host seminar on Competition Policy and Law, bringing together key stakeholders to examine how stronger competition frameworks.

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Sri Lanka Customs exceeds revenue target for third straight month in March

Sri Lanka Customs exceeds revenue target for third straight month in March, highlighting a sustained improvement in revenue collection as import activity rebounds.

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Sri Lanka services exports up 14.68-pct in Feb 2026

Sri Lanka services exports up 14.68-pct in Feb 2026 with earnings reaching 334.9 million US dollars, supported primarily by strong growth in the.

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ADB rolls out package to help Asia and Pacific mitigate Mideast conflict impacts

ADB rolls out package to help Asia and Pacific mitigate Mideast conflict impacts as the multilateral lender steps up support for developing economies.

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ADB ups 2026 financial disbursement to $480m

ADB ups 2026 financial disbursement to $ 480 m; $ 200 m slotted for immediate release as Sri Lanka secures enhanced financial support.

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Sarrah Sammoon appointed IMC Field Officer for Sri Lanka

Sarrah Sammoon appointed IMC Field Officer for Sri Lanka marks a significant development in the country’s efforts to align its investment migration framework.

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