Business
Precious Metals Surge Amid Optimism Over U.S.-Iran Diplomatic Progress.
May 25, 2026 at 6:53 AM
Gold and silver prices have climbed in early trading following reports of potential progress in U.S.-Iran negotiations regarding the Strait of Hormuz, coupled with a softening U.S. dollar and easing crude oil prices.
Local News
Sri Lanka Financial Market Update: Rupee Stable as Treasury Bond Yields Maintain Steady Stance.
May 14, 2026 at 4:37 AM
Sri Lanka's rupee holds steady at 324.50/325.00 against the US dollar as of May 14, 2026. Government bond yields remain largely flat across most maturities, reflecting a period of consolidation in the local financial markets.
Finance
Asian Markets Tread Carefully as Geopolitical Tensions and Oil Price Surge Disrupt Investor Sentiment.
May 11, 2026 at 12:08 AM
Asian markets show mixed performance as crude oil prices spike following the rejection of Iran's latest peace proposal by the U.S., while regional investors brace for ongoing geopolitical volatility.










