The latest Economy & Policy news from Sri Lankan newsrooms.
The Ceylon Freight & Logistics Association (CEYFFA) has warned that Sri Lanka could be losing more than US$50 million annually in foreign exchange under the existing regulatory framework governing charges imposed on importers and exporters at the Por
Demand for serviced office space is picking up in Sri Lanka as more foreign companies look to set up operations in the country, particularly those connected to the Colombo Port...
Sri Lanka's ambition to build 'A Wealthy Nation, A Beautiful Life' will require more than strengthening traditional industries. As the country seeks sustainable economic growth, the need to diversify into...
The regular fuel price revision under the government's monthly fuel pricing formula is scheduled to be announced at midnight today (31). Amid changes in global crude oil prices, speculation is mounting that fuel prices in Sri Lanka could increase und
This shift was explored at the National AI Expo, featuring Varun Rastogi, Partner, AI & Data, Deloitte India.
The external current account recorded a deficit of US$ 128 million in September 2026, following the surplus recorded in August 2026. However, the deficit was lower than in September 2025, as the lower trade deficit and higher inflows of workers' remi
A delegation from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), led by Regional Vice President Sarvesh Suri, held discussions with Labour Minister
Cumulative expenditure on fuel imports surged by 51.5% year-on-year to reach approximately US$ 4.5 billion during the first nine months
Minister of Housing, Construction, and Water Supply, Susil Ranasinghe states that there will be no change in water tariffs until next January. The Minister made these remarks while attending a function held at a school in the Tambuttegama. He said that revisions to utility charges for water supply review takes place twice a year, with the next review scheduled for January 2027. He further said that any amendment will depend on any increase in water purification costs and this cost will be evaluated in January next year.
Sri Lanka's ambition to become a competitive regional investment destination is being undermined by an economic weakness that receives considerably less attention than foreign exchange reserves, debt restructuring and foreign direct investment target
Sri Lanka's export sector is recording encouraging growth in high-value electrical and electronic products, but mounting regulatory obstacles, delayed legislative reforms, import-related complications and tightening international trade requirements t
