Stock Market

Sri Lankan Stocks Gain After Central Bank Rate Cut

On Wednesday, the Colombo Stock Exchange experienced a slight uptick following the central bank’s policy rate cut earlier in the day. The All.

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Bond Yields

Sri Lankan Rupee Strengthens to 303.55/65; Bond Yields Decline

On Wednesday, Sri Lanka’s rupee strengthened to 303.55/65 against the US dollar, compared to 303.70/80 on Tuesday. In addition, bond yields saw a.

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Economics

Japan Considers Reviving Canceled Sri Lanka $1.5 Billion LRT Project

A $1.5 billion Light Rail Transit (LRT) project, previously canceled unilaterally by former Sri Lankan leader Gotabaya Rajapaksa, may be considered as a.

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Stock Market

Sri Lanka SEC and Maldives Sign Deal for Cross Listings

Sri Lanka’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has signed an agreement with the Capital Market Development Authority (CMDA) of Maldives to facilitate the.

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Economics

Sri Lanka’s Private Sector Credit Grows by Rs.146 B

Sri Lanka’s credit to the private sector has expanded by Rs. 146 billion in the first half of 2024, with a notable increase.

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Finance

Japan Restarts Yen Loan Projects to Boost Sri Lankan Economy

The Government of Japan has officially decided to resume disbursement for Yen Loan Projects in Sri Lanka, which were suspended following the country’s.

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Business

Sri Lanka’s June Merchandise Exports Rise 2.58% to Over USD 1 Billion

Sri Lanka’s merchandise export performance for June 2024 reached USD 1,031.2 million, marking a 2.58% increase compared to June 2023, according to provisional.

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Business

Cable Solutions Limited IPO Oversubscribed on First Day

The Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Cable Solutions Limited, which included an offer for subscription of 14,666,600 ordinary voting shares and an offer.

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Personal Finance

Sriyangani Dhanapala Named First Female Manager at Cinnamon Bentota Beach

Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts has announced the appointment of Sriyangani Dhanapala as the first female Resort Manager at Cinnamon Bentota Beach. With over.

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Economics

China to Provide Free School Uniforms for Sri Lankan Students in 2025

Education Minister Dr. Susil Premajayantha announced that the Chinese government has agreed to supply school uniforms free of charge for Sri Lankan students.

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