Sri Lanka’s tourism sector continues to show positive momentum as of September 2024, with both visitor arrivals and earnings on the rise, despite a slight dip from the previous month. Recent data reveals that the country generated US$ 181 million in tourism revenue in September, a significant increase from the US$ 152.2 million earned in
The national tea sales average for September 2024 reached Rs.1,207.99 (US $ 4.04), marking an increase of Rs.19.50 and US $ 0.06 compared to the August 2024 average of Rs.1,188.49 (US $ 3.98). When compared to the September 2023 average of Rs.1,165.72 (US $ 3.63), the figures show a year-on-year (YoY) growth of Rs.42.27 and
As of September 23, 2024, the price for 22-carat gold in Sri Lanka stands at Rs. 207,200 for 8 grams (1 pawn). The cost for 1 gram of 22-carat gold is Rs. 25,900, while the price for 24-carat gold is Rs. 225,950 for 8 grams. Here’s a breakdown of current gold prices in Sri Lanka:
Sri Lanka’s wage board has announced new daily wage rates for tea and rubber workers effective from September 10, as detailed in a recent gazette notice. The minimum daily wage has been set at 1,350 rupees for a standard ‘norm’ of each estate. Additionally, workers will receive an extra 50 rupees for every kilo of
As of September 18, 2024, the price of gold in Sri Lanka remains strong. The rate for 22-carat gold stands at Rs. 25,110 per gram, while 8 grams (or one pawn) of 22-carat gold costs Rs. 200,900. Meanwhile, the rate for 24-carat gold is Rs. 27,390 per gram, and one pawn of 24-carat gold is