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Month: March 2026
Surge in Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields as fewer than 50% of available bills are purchased
According to data released by the Public Debt Management Office, Sri Lanka experienced a significant rise in Treasury bill yields during the auction held on […]
Sri Lanka’s stock market ends in the red, with increased turnover driven by large trades.
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – On Tuesday, the Colombo Stock Exchange witnessed a decline, as reported by their official data. The All Share Price Index (ASPI) fell […]
Inflation in Colombo rises to 2.2% as of March 2026
The Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI) has reported an increase in the annual inflation rate, rising to 2.2% in March 2026, up from 1.6% in […]
Sri Lanka Sees Inflation Rise to 2.2% in March 2026
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – According to data released by the state statistics office, Sri Lanka’s inflation rate, as indicated by the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI), […]
Sri Lanka Set to Revise Immigration Legislation to Grant Complimentary Visas for Citizens of 39 Nations
Sri Lanka is set to present a proposed amendment to its Immigration and Emigration Act, with plans to offer complimentary tourist visas to travelers from […]
Assetline Insurance Brokers collaborates with Life Vision to enhance financial protection and risk management strategies.
Assetline Insurance Brokers (Private) Limited (AIBL), part of the David Pieris Group of Companies, has unveiled a new strategic collaboration with Life Vision Credit & […]
Ceylon Chamber Emphasizes the Need for Equitable Taxation in 2026 Inland Revenue Amendment Legislation
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, through its Tax Steering Committee, has been actively interacting with stakeholders regarding the proposed Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bill of 2026, […]
Sri Lanka Implements Ban on Scrap Metal Exports to Protect Domestic Industries
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – The Cabinet of Sri Lanka has sanctioned a proposal aimed at implementing legal measures to ban the export of scrap metal, which […]
JKCG Auto Promotes Intelligent Electric Vehicle Charging for BYD and DENZA Models
John Keells CG Auto (JKCG Auto), the exclusive authorized distributor for BYD and its luxury sub-brand DENZA in Sri Lanka, is advocating for the adoption […]
Sri Lanka Seeks Global Opportunities and Skill Enhancements for Naval Personnel
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – The Defence Ministry of Sri Lanka is actively seeking to equip its retiring Navy personnel with professional qualifications that are recognized internationally, […]
Sri Lanka Ports Authority Assures Steady Fuel Supply Amid Increased Transshipment Activity
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE — An official from the Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) has confirmed that the organization has adequate fuel supplies in light of the […]
DFCC Bank Supports Export Industry Amidst Increasing Challenges in Global Trade Dynamics
Sri Lanka’s exporters are adapting to a transformed global landscape characterized by unpredictable costs, volatile currencies, and unstable trade routes. While opportunities for growth still […]
Deputy Minister Reveals Sri Lankan Banks Denying SMEs Access to Rs95 Billion Credit Facility
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – The Ministry of Industries in Sri Lanka has urged business owners to connect with regional development officers and circumvent “uncooperative” bank branches […]
CFW Partners with BRICS Fashion Summit to Unveil South Asian Edition in Colombo
The inaugural South Asian edition of the BRICS Fashion Summit is set to occur in Colombo from April 1 to April 4, coinciding with Colombo […]
Parliamentary Group Explores Economic Prospects for Sri Lanka
On March 23, 2026, the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) focused on Sri Lanka convened an informal briefing at the UK Parliament to examine the nation’s […]
Justice Awaiting: Two Scandals, Two Price Tags – And One Nation Paying
Sri Lanka today finds itself confronting two defining scandals that, while very different in nature, expose the same underlying weakness in governance: the failure to […]
AMW Unveils Cutting-Edge Showroom in Negombo
Associated Motorways (Private) Limited (AMW), part of the Al-Futtaim Group, marked an important achievement with the launch of its new showroom situated at No. 262, […]