Sri Lanka’s Current Account Swings to USD 133 Million Surplus in August
Sri Lanka's current account posted a USD 133.4 million surplus in August, ending four months of deficits, though the year-to-date gap stands at.
Sri Lanka's current account posted a USD 133.4 million surplus in August, ending four months of deficits, though the year-to-date gap stands at.
Sri Lanka's medium-term government bond yields rose up to 40 bps over a week, led by the 6-year, before easing slightly on the.
Sri Lanka's economy grew 4.2% in Q2 2026, down from 5.1% in Q1, according to Census and Statistics data, signaling a moderation in.
Sri Lanka's official reserves grew 4.6% MoM to $6.9bn in August, CBSL data shows, as the rupee held steady near LKR 328.75/USD.
Excess liquidity in Sri Lanka's banking system rises to LKR 362.14Bn even as government bond yields climb on selling pressure.
Banking, Insurance and F&B counters drive over half of Colombo Stock Exchange turnover as overall trading stays below monthly average.
Government bond yields climb up to 30bps on 4-8 year tenors as short-term bill rates decline, signaling a shifting Sri Lanka yield curve.
ASPI closes nearly flat as Colombo bond yields climb and banking liquidity improves. Full Sri Lanka market snapshot with key numbers.
Sri Lanka's CCPI inflation accelerated to 8.0% YoY in August from 7.3% in July, driven by a statistical base effect in food prices.
The LKR appreciates slightly to 330.17 against the USD as Treasury yields ease and banking system liquidity tightens.