Economics

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

Economics

Govt. flags negligence and vulnerability in Treasury payments after $ 2.5 m theft

Govt. flags negligence and vulnerability in Treasury payments after $ 2.5 m theft as authorities intensify scrutiny over public finance systems following a.

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CPC posts Rs. 36.4 b profit in 2025

CPC posts Rs. 36.4 b profit in 2025, extending its run of positive financial performance as cost-reflective pricing and easing global oil prices.

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$ 6 b export gap and weak performance strains external stability

$ 6 b export gap and weak performance strains external stability in Sri Lanka, as structural weaknesses in the country’s trade sector continue.

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Sri Lanka–Korea Business Council hosts business session

Sri Lanka–Korea Business Council hosts session on ‘Doing business with South Korea’ as stakeholders gathered to explore new trade and investment opportunities, highlighting.

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1Q exports edge up to $ 4.3 b amid March slump

1Q exports edge up to $ 4.3 b as Sri Lanka’s export sector demonstrated resilience in early 2026, even as escalating geopolitical tensions.

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FTZMA Chairman Dhammika Fernando re-elected at AGM

FTZMA Chairman Dhammika Fernando re-elected at AGM marks a renewed leadership mandate for Sri Lanka’s key export manufacturing body at a time when.

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Economics

Para-tariff phase-out to boost manufacturing and incomes

Para-tariff phase-out to boost manufacturing and incomes in Sri Lanka is expected to reshape import costs, improve household welfare, and alter the structure.

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Manufacturing, services PMI expands in March

Manufacturing, services PMI expands in March as Sri Lanka’s economic activity gained momentum across key sectors, supported by seasonal demand, while businesses remain.

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Sri Lanka’s recovery under pressure in unstable global order

Sri Lanka’s recovery under pressure in unstable global order as escalating geopolitical tensions begin to disrupt key sectors, raising concerns among industry leaders.

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CBSL flags economy-wide risks despite stronger buffers

CBSL flags economy-wide risks despite stronger buffers as Sri Lanka navigates a complex recovery phase, with renewed global shocks threatening macroeconomic stability despite.

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