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Sri Lanka stocks trend down midday Tuesday

September 8, 2026

Stocks Slip as Rising Oil, Inflation Risks and Geopolitical Tensions Rattle Markets

September 8, 2026

Sri Lanka hosts 11 Asian nations to showcase JICA-backed farming success

September 8, 2026

ComBank takes Q+ digital payments drive to Jaffna ahead of Nallur Festival

September 8, 2026

MF Projects Sri Lanka’s Economic Growth to Moderate to 3.7% in 2027

Oct 13, 20264 weeks ago 3 min read

COLOMBO, October 13, 2026 — Sri Lanka’s economic growth is projected to ease to 3.7% in 2027 from an estimated 4% in 2026, according to…

CSE Closes in Red as Hemas, LOLC Holdings and Cargills Weigh on Market Sentiment

Oct 13, 20264 weeks ago 3 min read

COLOMBO, October 13, 2026 — Sri Lanka’s stock market closed lower as selling pressure on heavyweight counters, including Hemas Holdings, LOLC Holdings and Cargills, dragged…

Sri Lanka to Provide Rs. 6,000 Stationery Allowance to 1.5 Million Students in 2027

Oct 13, 20264 weeks ago 3 min read

COLOMBO, October 13, 2026 — The Government has approved the continuation of its school stationery assistance programme for 2027, providing Rs. 6,000 each to 1.5…

US Hopes Russian Diesel Deal Will Help Bring Moscow Back to Ukraine Peace Talks

Oct 13, 20264 weeks ago 7 min read

WASHINGTON, October 13, 2026 — The Trump administration is seeking to use a controversial deal allowing Russian diesel exports to encourage Moscow to resume negotiations…

FCCISL and Department of Commerce Step Up Coordination to Drive Sri Lanka’s US$36 Billion Export Target

Oct 12, 20264 weeks ago 6 min read

Department of Commerce consultation with trade chambers and industry associations COLOMBO, October 12, 2026 — The Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Sri…

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JAAF Backs Fresh GSP+ Application to Protect Sri Lanka’s EU Market Access

November 9, 2026

COLOMBO, November 9, 2026 — The Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF) has welcomed the Government’s commitment to submit a fresh…

ECONOMY

Sri Lanka’s Apparel Sector Targets the Next US$3 Billion in Export Growth

September 20, 2026

COLOMBO, September 20, 2026 — Sri Lanka’s apparel industry is…

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Sri Lanka Targets Bigger Role in Asia’s Trade and Investment Networks

September 20, 2026

COLOMBO, September 20, 2026 — Sri Lanka is stepping up…

NATION

Mahaweli River Water Levels Rise as Kandy Areas Face Flood Risk

September 20, 2026

COLOMBO, September 20, 2026 — Authorities have issued a flood…

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BUSINESS

Fitch Upgrades Commercial Bank to ‘AA(lka)’ Following National Rating Scale Recalibration

ECONOMY

Sri Lanka’s Remittances Reach US$735.6 Million in October; Ten-Month Inflows Top US$7.6 Billion

MARKETS

Colombo Stocks End Week Higher as ASPI Gains 5.4%; Daily Turnover Averages Rs. 3 Billion

NATION

Passenger Drone Test Flights Begin at Colombo Port City Ahead of November 11 Demonstration

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China Extends Suspension of 24% Additional Tariff on US Goods for Two Months

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Latest news

Sri Lanka stocks trend down midday Tuesday

Stocks Slip as Rising Oil, Inflation Risks and Geopolitical Tensions Rattle Markets

Sri Lanka hosts 11 Asian nations to showcase JICA-backed farming success

ComBank takes Q+ digital payments drive to Jaffna ahead of Nallur Festival

MF Projects Sri Lanka’s Economic Growth to Moderate to 3.7% in 2027

CSE Closes in Red as Hemas, LOLC Holdings and Cargills Weigh on Market Sentiment

Sri Lanka to Provide Rs. 6,000 Stationery Allowance to 1.5 Million Students in 2027

US Hopes Russian Diesel Deal Will Help Bring Moscow Back to Ukraine Peace Talks

FCCISL and Department of Commerce Step Up Coordination to Drive Sri Lanka’s US$36 Billion Export Target

JAAF Backs Fresh GSP+ Application to Protect Sri Lanka’s EU Market Access

Sri Lanka’s Apparel Sector Targets the Next US$3 Billion in Export Growth

Sri Lanka Targets Bigger Role in Asia’s Trade and Investment Networks

Mahaweli River Water Levels Rise as Kandy Areas Face Flood Risk

BIZ BREAKING

JAAF Backs Fresh GSP+ Application to Protect Sri Lanka’s EU Market Access

Sri Lanka’s Official Reserves Top US$7 Billion in October, Rising 3.2%

Port City Colombo FinTech Dialogue Calls for Two-Year Growth Roadmap

BUSINESS

Fitch Upgrades Commercial Bank to ‘AA(lka)’ Following National Rating Scale Recalibration

HIPG and Al-Futtaim Logistics Explore Stronger Gulf Vehicle Links and Port Investment Opportunities

John Keells Forum Explores Property and Equity Investment Strategies for Long-Term Wealth

ECONOMY

Sri Lanka’s Remittances Reach US$735.6 Million in October; Ten-Month Inflows Top US$7.6 Billion

Higher Wages, Lower Living Standards: Sri Lanka’s Real Take-Home Pay, 2017–2026

LAUGFS Seeks Temporary Hambantota Terminal Access as Three LPG Shipments Due in November

MARKETS

Colombo Stocks End Week Higher as ASPI Gains 5.4%; Daily Turnover Averages Rs. 3 Billion

EPF Equity Portfolio Valued at Rs. 204.94 Billion, More Than Double Investment Cost

Colombo Stocks Close Higher as Banking Gains Lift Turnover Above Rs. 3.9 Billion

NATION

Passenger Drone Test Flights Begin at Colombo Port City Ahead of November 11 Demonstration

Port City Colombo Holds First India Investor Forum to Strengthen Bilateral Economic Ties

Fitch Upgrades People’s Leasing, MBSL and CBC Finance; Outlooks Stable

World

China Extends Suspension of 24% Additional Tariff on US Goods for Two Months

IMF Chief Warns AI Slowdown Could Complicate Central Banks’ Inflation Fight

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