Auto industry not a cash cow for revenue collection
Auto industry not a cash cow for revenue collection was the key message delivered by business leaders as they urged the Government to.
Economics
Providing analysis and commentary on key economic indicators such as GDP growth, unemployment rates, inflation, and consumer spending.
Economics
Inflation
Sri Lanka Headline Inflation Jumps to 6.8% in June as Food Prices Accelerate Sharply
The Department of Census and Statistics reported a 130 basis point rise in year-on-year inflation for June, with food prices nearly quadrupling their.
- June 30, 2026
Economics
Borrowers see little relief as lending rates remain elevated
Borrowers see little relief as lending rates remain elevated despite a modest decline in benchmark lending rates, as higher borrowing costs continue to.
- June 30, 2026
Economics
LKR remains 8% weaker against dollar
LKR remains 8% weaker against dollar, according to the latest data, as Sri Lanka’s currency continued to face pressure from rising import demand.
- June 30, 2026
Economic Indicators
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
Economics
World Bank, Sri Lanka launch $2bn country partnership framework
World Bank, Sri Lanka launch $2bn country partnership framework as the country seeks to accelerate economic recovery, create jobs, and attract greater private.
- June 24, 2026
Economics
President pledges support for Sri Lanka apparel industry to accelerate export-led growth
COLOMBO: The Sri Lanka apparel industry has received the Government’s full backing to overcome sectoral challenges and strengthen export-led economic growth, with President.
- June 23, 2026
Economics
New regulations tighten monitoring of import payments
New regulations tighten monitoring of import payments as the Sri Lankan government introduces a tougher regulatory framework designed to strengthen oversight of outward.
- June 22, 2026
Economics
IMF team to visit Sri Lanka this week
IMF team to visit Sri Lanka this week as officials prepare for a formal staff mission that will assess the country’s ongoing economic.
- June 22, 2026
Economics
Indian diplomat meets Sri Lanka’s business leaders
Indian diplomat meets Sri Lanka’s business leaders as part of a fresh round of discussions aimed at strengthening bilateral economic cooperation, expanding investment.
- June 22, 2026