Sri Lanka’s total economic loss from Cyclone Ditwah is estimated to be between $6 billion and $7 billion, which is roughly 3-5 per cent of […]
Category: Economy
Coverage of macroeconomic trends, fiscal and monetary policy, public finance, inflation, debt, and structural reforms impacting the national economy.
Sri Lanka Economic Pressures Intensify
The cyclone’s economic impact comes as Sri Lanka’s external sector faces renewed strain. The Central Bank’s latest data shows that the country recorded current account […]
Sri Lanka Apparel Exports Show Resilience amid Global Market Challenges
Sri Lanka’s apparel industry continues to demonstrate steady performance despite challenging global conditions, according to the Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF). Exports of apparel and […]
CCPI Inflation Holds Steady at 2.1% in November 2025 Amid Mixed Sector Movements
Sri Lanka’s headline inflation, as measured by the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI, 2021=100), remained unchanged at 2.1% year-on-year in November 2025, maintaining the same level […]
Sri Lanka Appeals for International Aid as Floods Deepen Economic Strain
Sri Lanka has appealed for at least Rs. 31 billion in international assistance after catastrophic floods swept across the island, destroying farmland, crippling irrigation systems, […]
Sri Lanka’s Insurance Sector Braces for Heavy Losses as Cyclone Ditwah Floods Trigger Surge in Claims
Sri Lanka’s insurance sector is assessing the financial fallout from Cyclone Ditwah, which triggered severe floods, widespread property damage and large-scale displacement across multiple districts […]
Sri Lanka’s Insurance Sector Enters Renewed Growth Cycle Amid Rising Demand and Economic Stability
Sri Lanka’s insurance industry is entering a strong recovery phase, supported by rising economic stability, higher financial literacy, and renewed demand for protection-based products. According […]
The State Banks: Is Financial gain the only requirement?
Sri Lanka’s two state banks recently published their financials. It wasn’t compelling reading, but it certainly stirred up a few questions – and honestly, they […]
Pettah Floating Market to Japanese at USD 160 Million
The Urban Development Authority (UDA) is reported to be preparing to lease the Pettah Floating Market to a Japanese investor for USD 160 million, it […]
Government’s Dollar Bond Issue Triggers Major Market Sell-Off
Colombo, November 24, 2025 – Sri Lanka’s stock market experienced a sharp downturn today after the Government announced the launch of a new auction for […]