CBSL keeps the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) unchanged
The Monetary Policy Board, at its meeting held yesterday, decided to maintain the Overnight Policy The Monetary Policy Board, at…
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Sri Lanka Tourism assures 24/7 support for visitors amid severe weather
Sri Lanka Tourism announced that dedicated response teams are operating around the clock to assist tourists and industry stakeholders affected…
ASPI Posts Modest Gains Amid Sectoral Consolidation
The Colombo Stock Exchange ended Wednesday’s session (26th November 2025) on a modest positive note, with the ASPI adding 24.32…
Market ends mixed as investors await earnings clarity
The Colombo Stock Exchange closed the session on a mixed note, with the ASPI edging lower while the S&P SL20…
Sri Lanka records 67,762 tourist arrivals in early January 2026
Sri Lanka welcomed 67,762 tourists between January 1 and January 8, 2026, according to provisional figures from the latest tourism…
Global business cycle analyst slams IMF ‘stability’ narrative as domestic debt doubles to Rs. 20tn
Global business cycle analyst slams IMF ‘stability’ narrative as domestic debt doubles to Rs. 20tn external creditors, leading to a…
LAUGFS gas revises domestic refill prices from tonight
LAUGFS Gas has announced a revision of its domestic refill prices, effective from tonight. LAUGFS Gas has announced a revision…
Casino entrance levy doubled; gross collection levy raised to 18% from January 2026
The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has announced revisions to taxes applicable to casino operators and betting and gaming businesses, with…
Market ends year on a high
The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) closed the final trading session of 2025 on a strong note, supported by broad-based gains…
Market surges on strong buying
The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) delivered a strong performance on Tuesday, with both key indices posting significant gains amid heightened…