Credit Shift: Private Credit Rises as State Credit Contracts
Credit Shift became a notable feature of Sri Lanka’s financial landscape in July 2026, as private-sector credit expanded by Rs 169.0 billion while.
Credit Shift became a notable feature of Sri Lanka’s financial landscape in July 2026, as private-sector credit expanded by Rs 169.0 billion while.
Credit growth to moderate: CBSL as the Central Bank expects the impact of tighter monetary policy to gradually slow lending activity after months.
Borrowers see little relief as lending rates remain elevated despite a modest decline in benchmark lending rates, as higher borrowing costs continue to.
New private sector borrowing sees sharp Feb. recovery, rising 74.7% month-on-month to Rs. 144.3 billion after a nine-month low in January, according to.