Why Is the Sri Lankan Rupee Under Pressure in 2026? CBSL Governor Explains

Why Is the Sri Lankan Rupee Under Pressure in 2026? CBSL Governor Explains

Why is the Sri Lankan rupee under pressure in 2026? The Sri Lankan rupee has come under renewed pressure in 2026, weakening by around 4.8% year-to-date by mid-May, according to remarks attributed to CBSL Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe. However, the Governor has stressed that the current situation is not a repeat of the 2022 currency […]