Business

Polestar Lanka Garments Invests $5.08 Million in Sri Lanka, Creating 679 Jobs

Polestar (Lanka) Garments Ltd, a subsidiary of China’s Lianfa Group, has signed a significant agreement with Sri Lanka’s Board of Investment (BOI) to.

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Economics

Sri Lanka’s Central Bank Reports Rs. 274 Billion Profit in 2024

Sri Lanka’s central bank has reported a profit of Rs. 274 billion for the year 2024, driven primarily by interest income from its.

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Forex Market

Sri Lanka Rupee Opens Flat; Bond Yields Remain Steady

Sri Lanka’s rupee opened marginally unchanged on Wednesday, trading at 299.55/75 against the US dollar in the spot market, compared to Tuesday’s close.

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Business

T-Bond Auction Nets Rs. 155 Billion Amid Strong Investor Demand

Sri Lanka’s Public Debt Department successfully raised Rs. 155 billion through its latest Treasury bond auction held on April 28, reflecting robust investor.

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Economics

Sri Lanka to Launch Comprehensive Economic Census in 2025/26

First nationwide survey in over a decade to cover both agricultural and non-agricultural sectors Sri Lanka is preparing to undertake a wide-ranging economic.

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Business

Sri Lankan Rupee Among Worst Performing Emerging Market Currencies in 2025

Currency slides 2.2% amid growing trade deficit and rising import demand The Sri Lankan rupee has emerged as one of the weakest performers.

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Business

IMF Urges Sri Lanka to Diversify Exports and Boost Private Investment

Colombo (ECONOMYNEXT) – Sri Lanka must urgently prioritize export diversification and encourage private sector investment to sustain its fragile economic recovery, the International.

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Business

Sri Lanka Faces Ongoing Fiscal Pressures in 2025 Amid Soaring Interest Payments and Debt Refinancing

Colombo – April 25, 2025: Despite ongoing efforts at fiscal consolidation, Sri Lanka is expected to face significant fiscal pressures in 2025, largely.

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Economics

Sri Lanka’s Economy Exceeds Expectations with 5% Growth in 2024, World Bank Reports

Sri Lanka’s economy has shown signs of resilience and exceeded expectations in 2024, growing by 5% against the World Bank’s earlier forecast of.

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Forex Market

Sri Lanka Rupee Opens Weaker at 299.50/80; Bond Yields Steady

ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s rupee weakened slightly against the US dollar on Tuesday, opening at 299.50/80 in the spot market compared to 298.85/299.25.

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