
Inflation Edges Up to 2.9%: The Real Extra Cost Hitting Sri Lankan Family Budgets
Sri Lanka’s national inflation rate, measured by the National Consumer Price Index (NCPI), rose to 2.9% year-on-year in December 2025,

Sri Lanka’s national inflation rate, measured by the National Consumer Price Index (NCPI), rose to 2.9% year-on-year in December 2025,

For thousands of public officers recruited into government service after January 1, 2016, retirement planning has carried a layer of

As Sri Lankans navigate daily life in 2026, the recent revision to the national minimum wage brings a sense of

In 2025, Sri Lanka’s vehicle import tax revenue shattered expectations, reaching Rs. 904 billion against a projected Rs. 441 billion,

The debate on the role of central banks in addressing fiscal pressures has resurfaced globally, particularly in economies grappling with

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) released its Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) for December 2025 on 16 January 2026,

As Sri Lanka advances its economic goals in 2026, public-private partnerships (PPPs) offer a collaborative approach to enhance industries, boost

In January 2026, silver prices have made global headlines by surging above $87 per ounce for the first time ever,

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) released its Policy Agenda for 2026 and Beyond on January 8, 2026, emphasizing
As 2026 begins, the Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR) has maintained relative stability against the US Dollar (USD), trading in a