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World Bank Forecasts 23% Rise in Commodity Prices as Energy and Food Costs Climb

Colombo Stocks Rise as Banking and Telecom Gains Lift Turnover Above Rs. 2.2 Billion

Central Bank Names 27 Prohibited Scheme Entries, Warns Public Over Companies and Apps

All-New Mercedes-Benz GLB 2026 makes Sri Lankan debut at SLTPL 2026

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India and Sri Lanka to sign three new defence MoUs during Rajnath Singh’s visit

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Rajnath Singh to meet Sri Lankan leadership Indian-funded reconstruction projects to be reviewed Singh is also expected to review the progress of Indian-funded projects in…

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Union Bank’s Nine-Month Profit After Tax More Than Doubles to Rs. 701 Million

COLOMBO, October 30, 2026 — Union Bank reported a 104% increase in profit after tax to Rs. 701 million for…

MARKETS

CSE Indices Close Lower as Turnover Tops Rs. 1.6 Billion

October 1, 2026

COLOMBO, October 1, 2026 — Sri Lanka’s stock market closed…

WORLD

Russia Launches Largest Attack on Ukraine Energy Infrastructure Since Spring

October 1, 2026

KYIV, October 1, 2026 — Russia has launched its largest…

NATION

Sri Lanka and Australia Agree to Deepen Cooperation in Trade, Defence and Maritime Affairs

September 30, 2026

COLOMBO, September 30, 2026 — Sri Lanka and Australia have…

BIZ BREAKING

Union Bank’s Nine-Month Profit After Tax More Than Doubles to Rs. 701 Million

Ceylon Chamber Urges Review of Draft Laws to Protect Investor Confidence and GSP+ Access

Sri Lanka Begins APG Review of Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Framework

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BUSINESS

Japan Grants Rs. 4.56 Billion for Kelani River Pumping Project to Protect Businesses and Communities

IMF Technology Chief Urges Strong Governance and Public Trust in AI-Driven Central Banking

LAUGFS Gas Explores Investment and Potential Stake Sale in Hambantota LPG Terminal

October 27, 2026

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ECONOMY

World Bank Forecasts 23% Rise in Commodity Prices as Energy and Food Costs Climb

Cabinet Clears US$100 Million ADB Loan Agreement for Economic Recovery Programme

Sri Lanka’s Exports Reach US$13.6 Billion in Nine Months as September Sets Monthly Record

October 27, 2026

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MARKETS

CSE Recovery Enters Third Session as ASPI Jumps 297 Points Above 20,250

Colombo Stocks Rise as Banking and Telecom Gains Lift Turnover Above Rs. 2.2 Billion

CSE Targets Record Rs. 200 Billion in Capital Raising as New Investment Products Take Shape

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NATION

Centrum Air Connects Tashkent and Mattala with Twice-Weekly Direct Flights

Central Bank Names 27 Prohibited Scheme Entries, Warns Public Over Companies and Apps

President Orders Faster Completion of Katunayake Airport Capacity Expansion Projects

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World

Jio Surges 27% on Market Debut, Reaches US$137 Billion Valuation

Luxury World Cruise Suspended in Cambodia as Soaring Fuel Costs Strand Passengers