Sri Lanka’s Fuel Import Spending Spikes: CPC Reports Significant Increase in 2026 Outlays.
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.
Surging Fuel Costs Drive Massive Surge in GasBuddy App Usage.
As global oil prices remain volatile, GasBuddy has experienced a dramatic increase in user downloads. Petroleum analyst Patrick De Haan explains how his constant market monitoring aligns with growing consumer frustration over rising pump prices.
President Dissanayake Signals Potential Adjustment to Fuel Prices Amid Global Market Pressures.
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has signaled that small increases in fuel prices may be unavoidable due to rising global costs and Middle East instability, despite significant government subsidies currently in place.
Government Approves Price Relief Mechanism for Petrol and Diesel Amid Global Market Instability.
The Sri Lankan government has approved a subsidy scheme to stabilize fuel prices, providing up to LKR 20 per liter for 92 Octane petrol and LKR 100 per liter for auto diesel starting March 22, 2026.











