Reporting on stock market trends, bond yields, commodity prices, and currency exchange rates, along with analysis of how these factors impact investors and businesses.
The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) experienced a notable downturn yesterday as the All Share Price Index (ASPI) slipped to a negative Year-to-Date (YTD) return for the first time in 2024, closing down by 0.65% with a YTD negative return of 0.78%. The S&P SL20 index also saw a sharp decline of 1.17%, increasing its YTD
As of September 10, 2024, the gold prices in Sri Lanka are as follows: Gold Unit Gold Price Gold Ounce Rs. 752,573.00 24 Carat 1 Gram Rs. 26,550.00 24 Carat 8 Grams ( 1 Pawn ) Rs. 212,400.00 22 Carat 1 Gram Rs. 24,340.00 22 Carat 8 Grams ( 1 Pawn ) Rs. 194,700.00 21
The Sri Lankan rupee opened slightly stronger at 300.75/301.00 to the US dollar on Tuesday, following Monday’s close of 301.50/302.00. Bond yields also saw a significant rise, according to market dealers, while stocks showed a modest increase of 0.13 percent in early trading. In secondary market bond trading, activity was subdued ahead of a bond
Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 299.10/40 against the US dollar on Monday, according to market dealers. Bond yields showed an upward trend, while stock markets saw a modest rise of 0.06 percent. The rupee had closed at 299.10/30 against the greenback last Friday. In the secondary bond market: In equities, Colombo’s All Share Price
As of 9th September 2024, the gold prices in Sri Lanka remain steady, with updated rates for both 22 Carat and 24 Carat gold. Here’s the latest breakdown of gold prices: Gold Unit Gold Price Gold Ounce Rs. 753,460.00 24 Carat 1 Gram Rs. 26,580.00 24 Carat 8 Grams ( 1 Pawn ) Rs. 212,650.00
Sri Lanka’s rupee opened stronger on Friday, trading at 298.70/80 against the US dollar, according to market dealers. The rupee had closed at 298.80/90 on Thursday. Bond yields also saw an uptick, and stocks opened with a slight rise of 0.09 percent. In the secondary bond market: In the stock market, the Colombo All Share
As of 6th September 2024, gold prices in Sri Lanka remain steady with updated rates for 22K and 24K gold. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the latest prices: Gold Unit Gold Price Gold Ounce Rs. 753,460.00 24 Carat 1 Gram Rs. 26,580.00 24 Carat 8 Grams ( 1 Pawn ) Rs. 212,650.00 22 Carat 1
As of 5th September 2024, the gold prices in Sri Lanka have been updated. Here are the latest rates: Gold Unit Gold Price Gold Ounce Rs. 748,242.00 24 Carat 1 Gram Rs. 26,400.00 24 Carat 8 Grams ( 1 Pawn ) Rs. 211,150.00 22 Carat 1 Gram Rs. 24,200.00 22 Carat 8 Grams ( 1
Sri Lanka’s rupee opened steady at 298.90/299.00 against the US dollar on Thursday, according to market dealers. Bond yields saw a rise, and the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) opened with a 0.42 percent gain. Bond Market Performance: Stock Market Update: Sri Lanka’s financial markets remain volatile, with currency stability and bond yield fluctuations reflecting global
As of 4th September 2024, the price of 22-carat gold in Sri Lanka stands at Rs. 193,350 for 8 grams (1 pawn), while 1 gram of 22-carat gold is priced at Rs. 24,170. The rate for 24-carat gold is Rs. 210,850 for 8 grams and Rs. 26,360 per gram. Here’s a breakdown of current gold