Sri Lanka achieved an external current account surplus of $82 million in November 2025, according to data released by the central bank. This development comes […]
Year: 2026
SPAR Group, South Africa, Pledges Rs. 35 Mn to the ‘Rebuild Sri Lanka’ Fund
SPAR Group, South Africa, has committed Rs. 35 million to the Rebuild Sri Lanka Fund, strengthening its support for the country’s recovery efforts following Cyclone […]
Sri Lankan Rupee Depreciates 5.6% Against US Dollar in 2025
According to data released by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL), the Sri Lankan rupee depreciated by 5.6% against the US dollar in 2025. […]
Sri Lanka construction increases in November 2025: PMI
Sri Lanka’s construction sector experienced growth in November, achieving a Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) value of 66.2, compared to 64.3 in the previous month, according […]
The Talk of the Town – 2026
Wishing you a year filled with good health, renewed hope, fresh opportunities, and continued success. May 2026 bring progress, prosperity, and positive momentum in all […]
Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields steady
Sri Lanka’s rupee commenced trading at 309.25/70 against the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, marking an improvement from the previous day’s rate […]
Construction increased in November 2025
The Sri Lanka Purchasing Managers’ Index for Construction (PMI – Construction) showed a positive trend, with the Total Activity Index rising to 66.2 in November […]
Sri Lanka’s central bank closes its public debt department
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka has announced the closure of the Public Debt Department (PDD) and the transfer of the LankaSecure Division from the […]
Sri Lanka President warns of challenges ahead in new year message
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – In his New Year message, President Anura Dissanayake emphasized the long journey ahead for Sri Lankans and called on citizens to unite […]