By Dilani Hirimuthugodage Geographical Indications (GIs) have the potential to significantly boost export revenue by emphasizing the unique value associated with the origins of tea, […]
Category: Analysis
Business Confidence Plummets Once More
The business climate has experienced another decline following a brief period of optimism, as corporate confidence diminishes. Recent discussions have been heavily influenced by unpredictable […]
Strengthening Energy Resilience in Sri Lanka: Innovative Solutions for Droughts and Challenges
By Dr. Erandathie Pathiraja Sri Lanka’s energy challenges are deeply rooted in structural issues, characterized by reliance on hydropower susceptible to climate variability, dependence on […]
Rising Food Prices May Pose Challenges for Emerging Asian Economies
According to Fitch Ratings, emerging Asian markets may experience increased cost pressures in agribusiness and food supply chains if a protracted conflict between the US […]
Washing coal in milk is an imprudent method for achieving a whiter appearance.
By Professor Samitha Hettige Members of Generation Z in Sri Lanka likely do not recall the experience of buying inverters, generators, or rechargeable lamps, nor […]
Central Bank Unveils 2025 Annual Economic Assessment
The Annual Economic Review for 2025 was submitted to His Excellency Anura Kumara Dissanayake, the President and Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, by […]
PMI Grows in March Amidst Middle Eastern Tensions and Global Economic Instability
In March 2026, the Purchasing Managers’ Indices (PMIs) reflect growth in both the Manufacturing and Services sectors in Sri Lanka. The Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index […]
Asia Faces Economic Challenges Amidst Energy Crisis
The region can effectively navigate current challenges by focusing on safeguarding vulnerable populations, allowing for price adjustments, stabilizing inflation expectations, and fast-tracking structural reforms. By […]
Middle Eastern Conflict Poses Risks to Worldwide Economic Stability
Global financial markets commenced 2026 on a robust note, with asset values increasing across key sectors, overall volatility remaining low, and financial conditions being relatively […]
Sri Lanka’s Robust Recovery in 2025 Faces Uncertainty Amid Middle East Turmoil
Sri Lanka is anticipated to see its economic growth slow to 4.0% in 2026, with a slight increase to 4.2% in 2027, following two robust […]
Economic Expansion in Asia and the Pacific Projected to Diminish to 5.1%, Impacted by Turmoil in the Middle East
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has projected that economic growth in the developing regions of Asia and the Pacific will decelerate to 5.1% for both […]
China: The Realm of Enlightened Knowledge
By Professor Samitha Hettige In the early 1980s, many individuals in the West found it entertaining to witness Iraq’s Saddam Hussein engage in conflict with […]
International strains and local challenges converge to challenge delicate business confidence.
In March, a series of challenges emerged, stemming from heightened tensions in the Middle East and impacting Sri Lanka’s economic outlook, raising alarms about potential […]
