Stock Market
Vindhya Jayasekera Appointed CEO Designate of Colombo Stock Exchange
The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) has appointed Vindhya Jayasekera as CEO Designate, effective January 1, 2025. A Fulbright Scholar and CFA Charter holder, Jayasekera brings extensive experience from NDB Wealth Management and succeeds Rajeeva Bandaranaike, retiring after 11 years. She holds advanced finance and engineering qualifications.
Gold Price
Gold Prices in Sri Lanka: 22-Carat and 24-Carat Rates on 2nd January 2025
As of January 2, 2025, Sri Lanka’s gold prices are: Gold Ounce at Rs. 774,833, 24 Carat 1 Gram at Rs. 27,340, and 22 Carat 1 Gram at Rs. 25,070. Prices vary by carat and weight, reflecting market trends and global fluctuations.
Forex Market
Sri Lanka Rupee Opens Weaker at 293.15/45 to US Dollar
Sri Lanka’s rupee weakened to 293.15/45 against the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields showed mixed movements. The ASPI rose 0.61% to 16,041, and the S&P SL20 gained 0.64% to 4,893. Market turnover reached 467 million rupees, reflecting stable equity activity.