Evolution Auto to launch all-new XPENG G6 in Sri Lanka
Evolution Auto to launch all-new XPENG G6 in Sri Lanka marks a major milestone in the country’s premium electric vehicle segment, introducing a.
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IMF omission of Sri Lanka GDP projections signals fragile recovery
IMF omission of Sri Lanka GDP projections signals fragile recovery, economist says as the country’s absence from global growth forecasts underscores lingering structural.
- May 5, 2026
Economics
Sajith warns VAT changes will suffocate businesses
Sajith warns VAT changes will ‘suffocate’ businesses as concerns mount over the Government’s proposed overhaul of Sri Lanka’s indirect tax framework, with critics.
- May 5, 2026
Economics
VAT increase offset by SSCL removal no impact profits
VAT increase offset by SSCL removal; no impact on financial sector profits is the key conclusion from recent analysis, as Sri Lanka’s proposed.
- May 5, 2026
Economics
SLPA posts highest profit, up 12% YoY to Rs. 42.8 b
SLPA posts highest profit, up 12% YoY to Rs. 42.8 b in 2025 as improved operational performance and steady growth in port activity.
- May 4, 2026
Economics
1Q current account surplus down 44% in Sri Lanka
1Q current account surplus down 44% in Sri Lanka as mounting external pressures, a widening trade deficit, and weaker services inflows combined to.
- May 4, 2026
Economics
ADB sharply downgrades Asia and Pacific growth outlook
ADB sharply downgrades Asia and Pacific growth outlook as prolonged geopolitical tensions and energy market disruptions weigh heavily on economic activity, prompting concerns.
- May 4, 2026
Economics
SL must ‘walk the talk,’ not talk the talk: Japanese Envoy
SL must ‘walk the talk,’ not talk the talk: Japanese Envoy — Sri Lanka has been urged to move beyond rhetoric and accelerate.
- May 4, 2026
Economics
CoPF summons Treasury Secretary, CBSL Chief over $ 2.5 m breach tomorrow
CoPF summons Treasury Secretary, CBSL Chief over $ 2.5 m breach tomorrow as Sri Lanka’s parliamentary oversight mechanisms intensify scrutiny over a major.
- April 29, 2026
Economics
ADB backs Sri Lanka’s 2026–2030 export roadmap as NEDP gains momentum
ADB backs Sri Lanka’s 2026–2030 export roadmap as NEDP gains momentum as the country accelerates efforts to strengthen its export sector under a.
- April 29, 2026