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Escalating US Dollar Rates Trigger Economic Anxiety for Sri Lanka.
May 15, 2026 at 4:18 PM
Economists have raised concerns over the weakening Sri Lankan Rupee, warning that rising dollar rates could drive up the cost of fuel, utilities, and essential consumer goods due to import dependencies.
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Sri Lanka Financial Wrap: Stocks Rally as Rupee Remains Stable Amid ADB Growth Outlook.
April 10, 2026 at 11:59 AM
Sri Lanka's financial markets showed resilience on April 10, 2026, with the rupee holding steady and the Colombo Stock Exchange closing higher. Meanwhile, the Asian Development Bank has projected a 4.0% economic growth rate for the country this year, while warning of potential risks from Middle Eastern tensions.















