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Government Bond Yields (Maturity vs Yield)
Comparison of different bond maturity dates and their current yield mid-points.
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Sri Lankan Rupee Dips Against Dollar as Bond Yields Remain Stable ...
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – On Tuesday, Sri Lanka’s currency, the rupee, was valued at 322.25/65 against the US dollar in the spot market, reflecting a decline from the previous day’s rate of 322.00/30, according to market dealers. In comparison, the rupee was recorded at 309.50/60 on December 30, 2025. Regarding bond yields, a bond set to mature on December 15, 2028, was quoted at 9.75/80 percent. A bond maturing on October 15, 2029, was listed at 9.85/90 percent, a slight decrease from the previous 9.85/95 percent. The bond due on March 1, 2030, held steady at 10.05/10 percent, as did the bond maturing on July 1, 2030, which remained at 10.10/15 percent. A bond maturing on December 15, 2032, saw an increase, quoted at 10.80/85 percent, up from 10.75/85 percent. Conversely, a bond due on June 15, 2034, decreased slightly, now quoted at 11.18/22 percent, down from 11.15/25 percent. An ongoing auction for Treasury bonds worth 250,000 million rupees is taking place, with an additional auction for 80,000 million rupee Treasury bills scheduled for Wednesday, May 13. In terms of telegraphic transfer rates, the US dollar was priced at 318.5000 for buying and 325.5000 for selling. The British pound was quoted at 431.7738 for buying and 443.2190 for selling, while the euro was valued at 372.2660 for buying and 383.8058 for selling. On the Colombo Stock Exchange, the All Share Price Index saw an increase of 0.14 percent, rising by 32.52 points to reach 23,044. Meanwhile, the S&P SL20 index experienced a slight gain of 0.05 percent, up by 3.46 points, bringing it to 6,303.
Sri Lanka Rupee and Bonds Update - 13 May 2026
Sri Lanka rupee weaker at 323.75/324.25 against the US dollar in Wednesday’s spot market, reflecting marginal currency depreciation amid steady but cautious trading conditions and ongoing developments in the domestic debt market. Sri Lanka rupee weaker at 323.75/324.25 as bond yields edge lower Currency dealers said the rupee was quoted at 323.75/324.25 in the spot market, slightly weaker than the previous day’s closing range of 323.70/90. The movement comes amid continued adjustments in foreign exchange demand and supply dynamics, with no significant spot trading activity reported during the session. The rupee had been quoted at 309.50/60 against the US dollar on December 30, 2025, highlighting a broader depreciation trend over the past several months. Market participants said the currency continues to reflect underlying pressures linked to import demand and external sector adjustments, although volatility has remained relatively contained in recent sessions. At the same time, Sri Lanka bond yields showed a mild downward trend across selected maturities, suggesting stable investor appetite for government securities despite currency fluctuations. Analysts noted that easing yields may indicate improved liquidity conditions in the banking system and expectations of steady monetary policy in the near term. In the Treasury market, an 80,000 million rupee Treasury bill auction Sri Lanka is currently underway, drawing close attention from investors and market participants. The outcome of the auction is expected to provide key signals regarding short-term interest rate expectations and liquidity demand within the domestic financial system. Among actively quoted government bonds, the bond maturing on 1 August 2030 was quoted at 10.00/05 percent, reflecting stable demand for mid-term maturities. Meanwhile, the 15 June 2034 bond remained flat at 11.08/12 percent, indicating limited directional movement in longer-term yields. The 15 August 2036 bond was quoted at 11.25/40 percent, suggesting that investors continue to price in longer-term fiscal and inflation expectations while maintaining cautious positioning in extended maturities. Dealers said overall sentiment in the bond market remains balanced, with investors selectively positioning across maturities depending on liquidity needs and yield expectations. The slight easing in selected yields is being closely monitored alongside currency movements to assess broader macroeconomic stability. The Sri Lanka ru...
Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker to dollar; bond yields flat
Sri Lanka's rupee closed at to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, weaker from 321.70/85 the previous day, dealers said, while bond yields were down.
Sri Lankan Rupee Falls Further Against USD - CBSL Report
The Sri Lankan Rupee has experienced continued depreciation against the US Dollar, marking another challenging day for the island nation's currency on May 13, 2026. According to official data from the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL), the local currency weakened further compared to Tuesday's trading levels, reflecting ongoing economic pressures facing the South Asian economy.
