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Sri Lanka’s Fuel Import Spending Spikes: CPC Reports Significant Increase in 2026 Outlays.

May 18, 2026 at 4:07 AM

Sri Lanka's Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) has faced a sharp rise in fuel import costs, settling two-thirds of its projected 2026 annual bill within the first four months alone, driven by global market volatility.

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Sri Lanka’s Fuel Import Spending Spikes: CPC Reports Significant Increase in 2026 Outlays

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India

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India Implements Significant Fuel Price Hike Amid Global Market Volatility.

May 15, 2026 at 6:15 AM

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Technology

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Rising Fuel Costs Driving Consumers Toward EVs, Says BYD Executive.

May 13, 2026 at 12:44 PM

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Business

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Rising Manufacturing Costs in China Signal Potential Holiday Price Hikes for US Consumers.

May 13, 2026 at 3:25 AM

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Beyond the Monthly Bill: The Economic Ripple Effect of Rising Electricity Costs

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May 13, 2026 at 12:23 AM

Beyond the Monthly Bill: The Economic Ripple Effect of Rising Electricity Costs.

Sri Lanka’s recent electricity tariff hikes present a significant challenge for middle-class families and industrial growth. The crisis highlights the urgent need for a shift from temporary fixes to a sustainable, long-term energy generation strategy.

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Economy

US Inflation Surges in April as Global Conflicts Drive Up Energy Costs.

May 12, 2026 at 12:37 PM

US inflation reached a 3.8% annual rate in April, driven by rising gasoline costs linked to regional conflicts. This uptick poses significant economic and political challenges for the administration.

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Local News

Sri Lanka Weekly News Update: Tariff Hikes, Legal Summons, and Agricultural Progress.

A roundup of key developments in Sri Lanka, including an 18% electricity tariff hike for high consumers, the summoning of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, and government assurances regarding fertilizer availability.

May 11, 2026 at 10:11 AM

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Sri Lankan Households Face Fresh Financial Pressure Amidst Rising Energy Costs and Currency Depreciation.

Sri Lanka has implemented a new electricity tariff revision for high-usage consumers, compounding the cost-of-living crisis as the rupee faces continued depreciation. The move is expected to drive inflation, impacting retail food prices.

May 10, 2026 at 11:57 PM

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Middle East

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Soaring Fuel Costs Trigger Economic Crisis for Yemeni Households.

May 8, 2026 at 9:15 AM

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Hidden Costs in Fuel Pricing Cast Doubt on Electricity Tariff Logic

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May 8, 2026 at 12:06 AM

Hidden Costs in Fuel Pricing Cast Doubt on Electricity Tariff Logic.

Energy experts and officials have raised concerns over the opaque fuel pricing mechanisms used in electricity tariff calculations, suggesting that the burden of subsidized diesel is being unfairly shifted to electricity consumers through inflated prices for Heavy Fuel Oil and naphtha.

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Local News

Sri Lanka Hikes Import Levy on Maize to Rs. 50 per Kilogram.

May 6, 2026 at 6:38 AM

The Sri Lankan Ministry of Finance has announced an increase in the special commodity levy on imported maize to Rs. 50 per kilogram, effective until the end of 2026.

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Sri Lanka Hikes Import Levy on Maize to Rs. 50 per Kilogram

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President Dissanayake Signals Potential Adjustment to Fuel Prices Amid Global Market Pressures.

May 1, 2026 at 2:48 PM

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Sri Lanka Inflation Spikes to 5.4% Amid Energy Cost Surge.

April 30, 2026 at 11:43 AM

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National System Operator Files Proposal for Q2 Electricity Tariff Hike.

April 28, 2026 at 5:46 PM

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US Inflation Outlook Worsens as Middle East Conflict Drives Energy Costs Higher

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April 24, 2026 at 10:33 AM

US Inflation Outlook Worsens as Middle East Conflict Drives Energy Costs Higher.

Economists have revised their US inflation forecasts upward, citing persistent energy price hikes resulting from the ongoing Iran war. Expectations for Federal Reserve interest-rate cuts have also been scaled back.

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Technology

The $1.4 Trillion AI Power Drain: Why Your Electricity Bill Is Set to Rise.

April 15, 2026 at 9:25 AM

US utilities are planning a record $1.4 trillion capital expenditure by 2030 to upgrade the aging grid to meet AI-driven electricity demand, a move expected to significantly impact consumer utility bills.

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The $1.4 Trillion AI Power Drain: Why Your Electricity Bill Is Set to Rise

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United States

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Rising Fuel Costs Weigh Heavily on American Economic Sentiment.

April 13, 2026 at 6:20 PM

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United States

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US Inflation Surges in March Amidst Middle East Energy Price Shock.

April 10, 2026 at 11:39 AM

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Technology

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Debunking Myths: Electric Vehicles Are Not Straining Sri Lanka’s Power Grid.

April 9, 2026 at 9:56 AM

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Advocata CEO Warns of Impending Diesel Price Hike in Sri Lanka

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April 7, 2026 at 3:15 AM

Advocata CEO Warns of Impending Diesel Price Hike in Sri Lanka.

Advocata Institute CEO Dhananath Fernando suggests that current global fuel prices necessitate a diesel price adjustment to Rs. 600 per liter in Sri Lanka, warning of economic repercussions if subsidies continue.

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