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. […]
Category: Top Stories
The most important and widely read stories of the day, selected for their relevance, impact, and public interest.
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 […]
Happy New Year 2026
As we welcome 2026, Financial Chronicle extends its warmest New Year wishes to our readers, partners, and the wider business community. The year ahead brings renewed […]
CCPI based headline inflation remained unchanged in December 2025
The Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI), with a base year of 2021=100, reported a year-on-year headline inflation rate of 2.1% for December 2025, maintaining the […]
ICYMI! Emirates’ 2025 year in review: Top 10 things to know
In 2025, Emirates marked a significant milestone by transporting 55.6 million passengers on nearly 180,580 flights, effectively circling the Earth 29,290 times. Celebrating its 40th […]
SEC Sri Lanka Eases Minimum Public Holding Rules for Listings via Introductions to Boost Market Flexibility
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) has sanctioned amendments to the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) Listing Rules, aiming to offer greater flexibility […]
Embassy of Sri Lanka in Bangkok participates in the International Conference on the Global Partnership against Online Scams in Bangkok
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand, in collaboration with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), successfully hosted the International Conference on […]
flydubai Announces Major Fleet Expansion and New Inflight Connectivity Partnership
flydubai has unveiled a series of substantial initiatives aimed at supporting its long-term growth strategy and enhancing the travel experience for its customers. The airline […]
Highest revenue in 93-year history of Inland Revenue collected in 2025
The Inland Revenue Department achieved a remarkable milestone in 2025 by collecting Rs. 2,203 billion in revenue, marking the highest amount in its 93-year history. […]
Gold rebounds, poised to cap off best year in over four decades
Precious metals saw a rebound on Tuesday following a sharp decline in the previous session, as the market’s focus shifted back to geopolitical and economic […]
The biz barometer stumbles amid climate disruption and its massive aftershocks
Sri Lanka’s delicate economic recovery has been severely disrupted by Cyclone Ditwah, marking the most devastating natural disaster to hit the island since the 2004 […]
George Steuart Explores Trade and Expansion Opportunities in Africa
George Steuart & Company recently participated in a series of high-level engagements organized by the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) in Africa during the […]
Public Advised to Remain Vigilant Against Online Financial Scams
The public is being urged to exercise caution when purchasing goods online due to a recent increase in financial fraud associated with online transactions. Reports […]
Port City Colombo Reaches 11 Years: Developer Reaffirms Commitment to Further Project Progress
CHEC Port City Colombo (Pvt) Ltd., the master developer of Port City Colombo, has reaffirmed its dedication to attracting Foreign Direct Investments (FDI) to Sri […]
ComBank and Mastercard launch Sri Lanka’s first Dynamic Currency Conversion for online payments
In a significant advancement for Sri Lanka’s digital payment landscape, Commercial Bank of Ceylon has partnered with Mastercard to introduce the country’s first Dynamic Currency […]
Govt seeks support from China to install EV charging stations across Sri Lanka
The Sri Lankan government has sought China’s assistance to establish electric vehicle (EV) charging stations throughout the country. This proposal was put forward by Minister […]
Three-Wheeler Drivers Across Sri Lanka Condemn PickMe, Demand Urgent Government Intervention
Three-wheeler drivers across Sri Lanka have voiced strong opposition to app-based ride-hailing platforms, particularly PickMe, accusing the service of severely undermining their livelihoods and destabilising […]
Sri Lanka’s apparel sector records 5.42% growth for January-November 2025: November slight dip
Sri Lanka’s apparel industry demonstrated a strong performance during the first eleven months of 2025, with cumulative exports reaching US$4,571.99 million. This marks a 5.42% […]