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In January 2025, the overall year-on-year inflation rate, as measured by the CCPI, stood at 2.3%. By December 2025, this rate slightly decreased to 2.1%.
The year-on-year inflation for the Food Group rose to 3.3% in January 2026, up from 3.0% in December 2025. Meanwhile, the year-on-year inflation for the Non-Food Group remained stable at 1.8% in both January 2026 and December 2025.
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Following the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to nullify the imposition of ‘reciprocal’ tariffs, including those affecting Sri Lanka, President Donald Trump has indicated the possibility of implementing a 10 percent tax under separate legislation. Analysts note that many of these laws necessitate adherence to specific procedures. The Supreme Court, in a 6-3 judgment, determined that
Foreign investors continued their interest in Sri Lankan government securities for the fourth consecutive week, as of the week ending February 19. According to data from the Central Bank, bonds held by offshore investors have reached a 29-month high. During this period, foreigners purchased a net 12 rupees (equivalent to approximately US$38,961 at the exchange
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