Economics

Sri Lanka’s Forex Inflows Exceed Imports by $757 Million in August 2024

Sri Lanka’s gross foreign exchange inflows exceeded imports by $757 million in August 2024, according to data released by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka. The total inflows for August stood at $2.411 billion, while imports were recorded at $1.654 billion. These inflows included $1.224 billion from merchandise exports, the highest since August 2022, $577.5

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Markets

Gold Prices in Sri Lanka Today

As of 28th August 2024, gold prices in Sri Lanka have been updated with the 22 Carat 8 Grams (1 Pawn) priced at Rs. 196,200. For those looking to purchase 22 Carat 1 Gram of gold, the current rate stands at Rs. 24,530. Meanwhile, the price for 24 Carat 8 Grams (1 Pawn) is Rs.

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Bond Yields

Sri Lanka Rupee Opens at 298.90/299.20 Against US Dollar; Bond Yields Steady

On Monday, Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 298.90/299.10 against the US dollar, slightly stronger than Friday’s close of 299.00/10. Bond yields remained steady, with minimal activity ahead of the upcoming treasury bill auction on August 21. A bond maturing on June 15, 2029, was quoted stable at 12.90/13.00 percent, while a bond maturing on May

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Markets

Gold Prices in Sri Lanka

As of August 15, 2024, the price of 22 carat gold in Sri Lanka is Rs. 190,250 for 8 grams (1 pawn). The cost for 1 gram of 22 carat gold stands at Rs. 23,780. For those seeking 24 carat gold, the rate for 8 grams is Rs. 207,500, while 1 gram is priced at

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Markets

Gold Prices Today in Sri Lanka: As of 8th August 2024

Gold Unit Gold Price Gold Ounce Rs. 722,690.00 24 Carat 1 Gram Rs. 25,500.00 24 Carat 8 Grams ( 1 Pawn ) Rs. 203,950.00 22 Carat 1 Gram Rs. 23,380.00 22 Carat 8 Grams ( 1 Pawn ) Rs. 187,000.00 21 Carat 1 Gram Rs. 22,320.00 21 Carat 8 Grams ( 1 Pawn ) Rs.

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Currency Exchange

Current Exchange Rates for Sri Lankan Rupee: 5 Aug 2024

As of August 5, 2024, the exchange rates for the Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR) are as follows:

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Markets

Sri Lanka Gold Prices for August 5, 2024

Gold Unit Gold Price Gold Ounce Rs. 737,998.00 24 Carat 1 Gram Rs. 26,040.00 24 Carat 8 Grams ( 1 Pawn ) Rs. 208,300.00 22 Carat 1 Gram Rs. 23,870.00 22 Carat 8 Grams ( 1 Pawn ) Rs. 191,000.00 21 Carat 1 Gram Rs. 22,790.00 21 Carat 8 Grams ( 1 Pawn ) Rs.

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Finance

Sri Lanka Keeps Fuel Prices Steady for Aug 2024

Sri Lanka’s retail fuel prices will remain unchanged for August 2024, according to the state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC). The CPC was expected to announce its monthly formula-based fuel prices effective from midnight on July 31. Previously, the CPC reduced petrol prices by 11 rupees to 344 rupees per litre and 95 Octane petrol by

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Markets

Current Gold Prices in Sri Lanka: August 1, 2024

As of August 1, 2024, the price of 22 Carat gold in Sri Lanka is Rs. 192,100 for 8 grams (1 Pawn). For 1 gram of 22 Carat gold, the price is Rs. 24,010. The rate for 24 Carat gold stands at Rs. 209,550 for 8 grams and Rs. 26,190 per gram. Gold Prices:

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