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Fitch upgrade lifts CSE as ASPI rebounds above 21,000

Sep 23, 20261 month ago 2 min read

COLOMBO, September 23, 2026 — The Colombo Stock Exchange rebounded on 22 September 2026, with both benchmark indices closing higher after sentiment improved sharply during…

IPS Outlines Sectoral Reforms to Put Sri Lanka on a Durable Growth Path

Sep 23, 20261 month ago 7 min read

COLOMBO, September 23, 2026 — Sri Lanka needs to move beyond crisis management and accelerate structural reforms across trade, taxation, human capital, social protection, agriculture,…

Sri Lanka’s Exports Cross US$12 Billion in First Eight Months of 2026

Sep 23, 20261 month ago 3 min read

COLOMBO, September 23, 2026 — Sri Lanka’s total exports surpassed the US$12 billion milestone during the first eight months of 2026, reaching an estimated US$12.01…

Trump Threatens Iran With Destruction as Diplomats Push for Deal at UN

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NEW YORK, September 23, 2026 — US President Donald Trump has warned that Iran could face devastating military action if Tehran fails to reach a…

IMF Urges Sri Lanka to Accelerate Reforms Amid Rising External Risks

Sep 23, 20261 month ago 5 min read

COLOMBO, September 23, 2026 — The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged Sri Lanka to maintain prudent economic policies and accelerate structural reforms as the…

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

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COLOMBO, November 6, 2026 — A high-level dialogue at Port City Colombo has highlighted the need for a two-year actionable…

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SLIM DIGIS 2.6 Brings Sri Lanka’s Digital Marketing Industry Into the Global Spotlight

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COLOMBO, September 23, 2026 — Sri Lanka’s digital marketing industry…

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Global Oil Stays Above US$100 as Sri Lanka Holds Fuel Prices Amid Rising Business Costs

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COLOMBO, September 20, 2026 — Sri Lankan businesses are facing…

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Canada, India Push to Finalise Trade Deal by Year-End

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MUMBAI, September 20, 2026 — Canada remains optimistic about concluding…

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Export Manufacturers Can Access TIEP Tax Concessions Through Industry Ministry: Handunnetti

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

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

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

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