Business & Economy

Government Policy 6 min read

Impact of CBSL Rate Cuts in 2026 on Sri Lanka Businesses: What to Expect and How to Prepare

As business owners across Sri Lanka, we're all feeling the pinch from the recent economic slowdown, with GDP growth dipping to 3.1% amid cyclone recovery and global uncertainties. The Central Bank of...

Mar 06, 2026 72

Economic Analysis 7 min read

Manufacturing and Services Surge: Drivers of Sri Lanka's Q1 2025 GDP Jump

Sri Lanka's economy is firing on all cylinders, with manufacturing and services sectors leading the charge. Our nation recorded 4.8% GDP growth in the first quarter of 2025[1], marking the seventh con...

Mar 06, 2026 34

Government Policy 2 min read

Sri Lanka vs. Regional Peers: How 2026 Government Policies Compare for Economic Recovery

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Mar 06, 2026 61

Corporate 8 min read

Fitch vs CBSL Growth Forecasts 2026: What Sri Lankan CEOs Need to Know

Sri Lanka's economic outlook for 2026 is shaping up to be a critical year for business planning, but there's a notable divergence between what the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) is projecting and wh...

Mar 06, 2026 28

Economic Analysis 8 min read

Sri Lanka Debt Restructuring Success: Impacts on 2026 Investment Climate

After navigating one of the most challenging economic periods in our nation's history, Sri Lanka has turned a corner. The successful completion of our $12.55 billion debt restructuring in December 202...

Mar 06, 2026 67

Economic Analysis 9 min read

From Crisis to Recovery: Sri Lanka Economy Timeline 2022-2026 Analysis

Sri Lanka's journey from economic catastrophe to recovery represents one of the most dramatic economic turnarounds in recent Asia-Pacific history. Between 2022 and 2026, our country transformed from a...

Mar 06, 2026 45

Economic Analysis 8 min read

Structural Challenges Slowing Sri Lanka's Economy in 2026: A Deep Dive

Sri Lanka's economy is recovering, but the journey remains uneven and incomplete. While we've made progress in stabilising inflation and attracting foreign investment, our economic output still hasn't...

Mar 05, 2026 45

Corporate 8 min read

Sri Lanka's Record 1.4 Trillion Rupee Capital Expenditure: Opportunities for Corporations in 2026

Sri Lanka's 2026 budget allocates record 1.4 trillion rupees for capital projects. Learn how corporations can access infrastructure contracts and partnerships.

Mar 05, 2026 32

Corporate 8 min read

Foreign Direct Investment Boom: China, India, UAE Projects Transforming Sri Lankan Corporates

Sri Lanka's $2 billion FDI target for 2026 driven by China, India, and UAE investments creates unprecedented opportunities for local corporates in manufacturing and infrastructure.

Mar 05, 2026 74

Imports & Exports 6 min read

Importing Solar Panels to Sri Lanka: Green Energy Incentives 2026

Discover Sri Lanka's 2026 solar panel import incentives including duty exemptions for 1MW+ projects, updated quality standards, and grid connection schemes.

Feb 19, 2026 220

Government Policy 4 min read

Central Bank of Sri Lanka Policy Agenda 2026: What Businesses Need to Know

As business owners in Sri Lanka, we're all feeling the effects of the post-crisis recovery, from fluctuating interest rates to supply chain hiccups like those from Cyclone Ditwah. The Central Bank of...

Feb 17, 2026 154

Economic Analysis 4 min read

Central Bank of Sri Lanka Policy Agenda 2026: Key Reforms for Businesses

As Sri Lankan businesses navigate recovery from Cyclone Ditwah and global uncertainties, the Central Bank of Sri Lanka's (CBSL) 2026 policy agenda offers a roadmap to stability. With the **Overnight P...

Feb 17, 2026 98