Sri Lanka’s Economic Activity Dips in April 2026 Amid Rising Costs and Seasonal Shifts.
Sri Lanka’s service and manufacturing sectors saw a contraction in April 2026, driven by rising energy costs, the end of the festive season, and global supply chain challenges.
Sri Lanka’s Economic Landscape: Rising Private Credit and Currency Volatility.
Sri Lanka's private credit sector has seen a strong resurgence in March, while the rupee faces downward pressure due to liquidity management through forex swaps. Despite budget surpluses, the central bank's monetary policy remains under scrutiny.
The Greek Economic Paradox: Why Rising Wages Fail to Combat Stagnant Purchasing Power.
Despite significant economic growth and government-led minimum wage hikes in Greece, workers continue to face declining purchasing power as inflation outpaces salary gains, leaving them among the lowest-paid in the European Union.
Eurozone Economic Activity Contracts Amid Escalating Geopolitical Tensions.
The Eurozone private sector has entered a contraction phase for the first time since late 2024, as the services sector falters under the weight of the ongoing Iran war and its impact on consumer sentiment.













