Markets

Reporting on stock market trends, bond yields, commodity prices, and currency exchange rates, along with analysis of how these factors impact investors and businesses.

Stock Market

ASPI Extends Gains as Trading Activity Rebounds on Rating Upgrade Optimism

ASPI adds 75 points as Colombo Bourse turnover rebounds on rating upgrade optimism, though foreign investors remain net sellers.

  • September 23, 2026
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Gold Price

Sri Lanka gold price — Sept 22, 2026

22 Carat Gold Price Today in Sri Lanka is Rs. 350,100 for 8 grams, or one pawn, as of 23 September 2026, while.

  • September 23, 2026
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Forex Market

Sri Lanka Rupee and Bonds Update – 22 Sept 2026

Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 330.80/90 against the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, compared with 330.75/90 on the previous.

  • September 23, 2026
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Daily Market Snapshot

Colombo Bourse Slips as Turnover Hits Six-Week Low While Rupee Strengthens

ASPI and S&P SL20 eased on thin turnover as the rupee strengthened and short-tenor bond yields declined in today's market session.

  • September 22, 2026
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Fixed Income & Bonds

Short and Mid-Tenor Yields Ease as Belly of Curve Sees Selective Selling

Short and mid-tenor government bond yields fell on buying interest, while 2034 and 2035 maturities saw modest selling pressure.

  • September 22, 2026
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Currency Watch

Rupee Strengthens Against Dollar in Latest Session

The LKR appreciated to 330.35 against the dollar as banking system liquidity edged higher, offering relief for importers and debt servicing.

  • September 22, 2026
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Stock Market

Colombo Bourse Turnover Slides to Six-Week Low Amid Muted Trading

CSE turnover fell to LKR 750Mn, 69% below average, as ASPI and S&P SL20 dipped slightly amid thin investor participation.

  • September 22, 2026
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Gold Price

Sri Lanka gold price — Sept 21, 2026

22 Carat 8 Grams ( 1 Pawn ) Gold Price in Sri Lanka stood at Rs.350,800 on September 21, 2026, while 24 Carat.

  • September 22, 2026
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Forex Market

Sri Lanka Rupee and Bonds Update – 21 Sept 2026

Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 331.00/25 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, compared with 330.75/331.25 on Friday, while.

  • September 22, 2026
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Stock Market

Capital Goods Sector Dominates Trading as Colombo Bourse Turnover Stays Below Average

Capital Goods sector drives 27% of CSE turnover as ASPI rises modestly on trading volumes well below the monthly average.

  • September 21, 2026
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