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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…

BIZ BREAKING

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…

ECONOMY

Sri Lanka’s debt down in US$, GDP terms despite up in rupee : Deputy FinMin

September 8, 2026

Sri Lanka’s debt burden measured in both debt-to-gross domestic product…

ECONOMY

In El Nino-hit Sri Lanka, wells run dry and farmer incomes shrink as drought deepens

September 8, 2026

GALWELA YAYA, Sri Lanka Sept 3 (Reuters) – For the…

ECONOMY

Sri Lanka Economic and Investment Summit 2026 to Examine How Sri Lanka Can Build a More Resilient Economy for the Future

September 8, 2026

As Sri Lanka moves beyond economic stabilisation, attention is increasingly…

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