Category : Economy & Growth

2% charge on energy bills aimed at regularisation

Sri Lanka plans a uniform 2% electricity charge for street lighting to formalize unpa...

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EPF through pension to be voluntary option

Sri Lanka considers voluntary EPF payout options including lump sum, pension, or a mi...

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Why Sri Lanka’s future debt must build in climate flexibility

Cyclone Ditwah highlights Sri Lanka’s climate vulnerability and debt sustainability r...

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GDP growth in 2025, a stimulator for 7% growth target

Sri Lanka can achieve 7% GDP growth in the mid to long term, says Deputy Minister Dr....

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CBSL forecasts 4-5% growth in 2026

CBSL Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe forecasts 4–5% economic growth for Sri Lanka i...

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Restoration work of Northern and Talaimannar railway lines commences

Restoration of the Northern and Talaimannar railway lines was launched at Maho Juncti...

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Sri Lankan exports to Saudi Arabia up 19% in 2025

Sri Lankan exports to Saudi Arabia rose by 19% during January–September 2025, driven ...

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Sri Lanka’s Central Bank Forecasts 4-5% Economic Growth in 2026 Amid Resilience Building Efforts

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka has projected economic growth of around 4–5% in 2026, c...

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