Local News
Sri Lankan Markets See Mixed Performance: Rupee Slides and Stock Indices Slip.
May 19, 2026 at 12:42 PM
On May 19, 2026, the Sri Lankan Rupee faced downward pressure against the US Dollar, while bond yields saw a broad increase across maturities. Simultaneously, the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) ended the day in negative territory despite an early-session rally.
Economy
Modeling Sri Lanka’s Economic Future: Lessons from the UAE’s Financial Framework.
May 13, 2026 at 5:16 AM
This article explores how Sri Lanka could enhance its economic stability and investor appeal by adopting key strategies used by the UAE, such as tax clarity, capital mobility, and the establishment of independent offshore financial zones like the Colombo Port City.
Finance
Reserve Bank of India Eases Restrictions on Offshore Rupee Derivatives.
April 21, 2026 at 7:11 AM
The Reserve Bank of India has partially rolled back emergency curbs on offshore rupee derivative trades, signaling a shift toward normalizing market operations after a period of intense currency volatility.






