What the 2.5-Percentage-Point Reduction Means for Exporters, Apparel Manufacturers and Sri Lanka’s Trade Competitiveness Sri Lanka has received meaningful tariff relief in its largest single export market after the United States placed its goods under a 10% Section 301 duty instead of the proposed 12.5% rate. The decision rewards Sri Lanka’s new prohibition on forced-labour […]
Sri Lanka Stock Market Shows Strong Investor Interest as ASPI and S&P SL20 Remain Active Sri Lanka’s equity market continues to attract growing attention from investors as trading activity remains active on the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE). Despite short-term volatility influenced by global economic uncertainty, analysts say investor confidence is gradually returning to the Sri […]
Colombo Inflation Rises to 2.3% in January 2026 as Cost-of-Living Pressures Emerge Sri Lanka’s inflation outlook showed a slight shift in early 2026, with the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI) rising to 2.3% in January, up from December 2025 levels. While inflation remains relatively low by historical standards, the increase signals emerging pressures on household […]
