IMF warns of fresh risks to SL’s growth as global tensions intensify
IMF warns of fresh risks to SL’s growth as global tensions intensify, placing renewed pressure on Sri Lanka’s fragile recovery just as the.
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Vehicle demand to dip by 15-20% amid rupee pressure
Vehicle demand to dip by 15-20% amid rupee pressure as Sri Lanka’s automotive sector faces mounting economic headwinds. Rising import costs, currency depreciation,.
- April 9, 2026
Economics
IMF reaches Staff-Level Agreement Sri Lanka’s 5th, 6th reviews of EFF
IMF reaches Staff-Level Agreement Sri Lanka’s 5th, 6th reviews of EFF signaling continued progress in the country’s economic reform program and paving the.
- April 9, 2026
Economics
Global turbulence and Sri Lankan capital market outlook
Global turbulence and Sri Lankan capital market dynamics are increasingly intertwined as geopolitical tensions and shifting global alliances reshape investment flows, creating both.
- April 8, 2026
Economics
CIMA President meets Treasury Secretary on skills, economic growth
CIMA President meets Treasury Secretary on skills, economic growth as Sri Lanka steps up engagement with global professional bodies to strengthen human capital.
- April 8, 2026
Economics
New private sector borrowing sees sharp Feb. recovery
New private sector borrowing sees sharp Feb. recovery, rising 74.7% month-on-month to Rs. 144.3 billion after a nine-month low in January, according to.
- April 6, 2026
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.
- April 6, 2026
Economics
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.
- April 2, 2026
Economics
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.
- April 2, 2026
Economics
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.
- March 31, 2026