Sri Lanka Rupee and Bonds Update – 02 feb 2026
Sri Lanka rupee opened slightly weaker against the US dollar on Monday as recent depreciation pressures persisted, while government bond yields remained broadly.
Sri Lanka rupee opened slightly weaker against the US dollar on Monday as recent depreciation pressures persisted, while government bond yields remained broadly.
Sri Lanka rupee bonds recorded their highest level of foreign ownership in over two years after strong offshore buying, highlighting renewed investor confidence.
Sri Lanka bond sale activity gathered momentum as the government successfully placed nearly Rs.185 billion in longer-dated securities, signaling steady investor appetite. The.
Sri Lanka Treasury bills worth Rs40.62 billion were sold at a recent auction, with yields remaining stable across all tenures, reflecting steady investor.
Sri Lanka Treasury bonds saw renewed investor demand this week as the government raised an additional Rs10 billion through tap issuances, reinforcing confidence.