Economy
Sri Lanka’s Vehicle Import Surge: Central Bank Highlights Potential $2.4 Billion Annual Expenditure.
May 19, 2026 at 4:22 AM
Central Bank Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe has warned that Sri Lanka's vehicle import costs could hit $2.4 billion by the end of 2026, driven by a $600 million expenditure in the first quarter alone.
Local News
Vehicle Importers Warn of Impending Price Hikes Amidst Currency and Tax Pressures.
May 3, 2026 at 11:01 AM
The Vehicle Importers’ Association of Sri Lanka warns that vehicle prices are set to climb due to the depreciation of the Rupee and the recent increase in the Social Security Contribution Levy.
Economy
Global Inflation Risks Rise as Chinese Export Prices Climb Amid Iran Conflict.
April 23, 2026 at 11:28 PM
Escalating tensions in Iran are driving up oil-linked manufacturing costs in China, forcing exporters to raise prices across various consumer goods and threatening a new wave of global inflation.
















