The SLIIT Business School recently hosted the 4th International Conference on Sustainable and Digital Business (ICSDB 2025), a significant event that brought together global academics, […]
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Sri Lanka Plans Establishment of Gold Refinery, Official Confirms
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – Sri Lanka is planning to establish a gold refinery on the island, according to an official from the National Gem and Jewellery […]
Sarvesh Suri Appointed as IFC’s Regional Vice President for Asia-Pacific
Sarvesh Suri has been appointed as the International Finance Corporation’s (IFC) Regional Vice President for Asia and the Pacific. With 25 years of experience in […]
Social Media and Phone Scams Facilitate Fraudulent Money Transfers
It has been observed through complaints received at various police stations across the island that individuals are being deceived into fraudulently transferring money to accounts […]
Sri Lankan Rupee Declines as Bond Yields Remain Stable
The Sri Lankan rupee was quoted at 309.75/80 against the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, showing a slight depreciation from Friday’s rate […]
Marlbo Trading Launches FLIR Thermal Cameras for Enhanced Safety and Fault Detection
Advanced inspection tools now offer the ability to detect loose electrical connections early, identify heat loss in buildings, and locate individuals hidden by smoke during […]
First Capital to Present Sri Lanka’s 2026 Economic Outlook and Investment Strategies at 12th Investor Symposium
First Capital Holdings PLC, a subsidiary of the Janashakthi Group and a pioneering entity in Sri Lanka’s investment landscape, is poised to host the 12th […]
Sri Lanka’s Manufacturing and Services Sectors Experience Growth in December 2025
The Sri Lanka Purchasing Managers’ Index for Manufacturing (PMI – Manufacturing) registered an index value of 60.9 in December 2025, reflecting a sustained growth in […]
Sri Lanka Treasury Bill Yields Rise, Disrupting Previous Rate Stability
Sri Lanka’s Treasury bill yields have experienced a slight increase, disrupting the unusually flat and compressed rates observed across various tenures over recent months. This […]
Sri Lanka to Host Prestigious Global Apparel Conference – Cascale Forum
Sri Lanka is set to host the Cascale Forum, an event that will gather over 500 global apparel manufacturers, brands, retailers, non-governmental agencies, and policymakers […]
Sri Lanka’s Service Sector Sees December 2025 Growth, Boosted by Wholesale and Retail Trade: PMI Analysis
Sri Lanka’s services sector activities saw expansion in December 2025, as indicated by the Purchasing Managers Index compiled by the Central Bank, which recorded an […]
Exiled Tamil Survivors in the UK Expose Sri Lanka’s Wartime Sexual Violence
More than 16 years after the end of Sri Lanka’s civil war in 2009, Tamil survivors of conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV) living in exile in […]
Trump Imposes 25% Tariff on Six European Nations, Including Denmark and UK, Over Greenland Dispute
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Denmark and seven other European nations will face a 10 percent tariff starting February, which will […]
Sri Lanka Seeks Accelerated ADB Credit Approval for Ditwah Project
Sri Lanka is currently negotiating with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for the early release of a proposed loan scheme, initially scheduled for later this […]
Sri Lanka Regulator Alerts Public to Unlicensed Deposit Activities by RD Media Earning Hub
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka has issued a warning regarding unauthorized deposit-taking activities by RD Media Earning Hub (Pvt) Ltd. Following an investigation under […]
Vietnam Prepares for 14th Party Congress, Celebrating Four Decades of Economic Growth
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – Vietnam is preparing to host the 14th Party Congress on January 14, marking four decades of growth and progress since the launch […]
Sri Lanka’s Manufacturing Sector Surges in December 2025 Driven by Seasonal Demand: PMI Report
In December, Sri Lanka’s manufacturing sector experienced growth, achieving a Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) value of 60.9, as reported by the central bank. This expansion […]
Sri Lanka’s Central Bank Reserves Decline as Swaps Increase Ahead of Cyclone
Sri Lanka’s central bank reported a decline in foreign exchange reserves, net of swaps, to USD 2,298 million in November 2025, down from USD 2,533 […]