COLOMBO, Sri Lanka – September 24, 2026 – The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) today released its Daily Price Report for September 24, 2026, offering crucial insights into the wholesale and retail price movements of essential food commodities across the island. The report highlights a dynamic market landscape, with notable fluctuations in the prices of key vegetables, fish, and other staples influenced by supply conditions in various regions.
Vegetable Price Movements: Supply Challenges and Favourable Conditions
Consumers observed significant shifts in vegetable prices across major markets:
- Beans: The price of beans saw an increase in the Dambulla market, rising from Rs. 380.00 to Rs. 480.00 per kilogram. This surge is attributed to a limited supply originating from the Nuwara Eliya area.
- Cabbage: Similarly, cabbage prices in Dambulla experienced an uptick, moving from Rs. 205.00 to Rs. 235.00 per kilogram, primarily due to constrained supply from the Puttalam region.
- Carrot: In contrast, carrot prices declined further in Dambulla, dropping from Rs. 205.00 to Rs. 185.00 per kilogram. This favourable movement is a result of improved supply from the Nuwara Eliya area.
- Green Chilli: A notable decline was observed in green chilli prices in both Pettah and Dambulla markets. Prices fell from Rs. 400.00 to Rs. 300.00 in Pettah and from Rs. 355.00 to Rs. 295.00 in Dambulla, owing to a favourable influx of supply from the Jaffna and Sigiriya areas.
Fish Market Dynamics: Coastal Supply Dictates Price Changes
The fish markets also registered distinct price variations:
- Hurulla: The wholesale price of Hurulla increased in the Negombo fish market, climbing from Rs. 610.00 to Rs. 710.00 per kilogram. This rise is linked to a limited supply from the Northern coastal area.
- Linna: Conversely, Linna prices declined in both Peliyagoda and Negombo fish markets. Prices at Peliyagoda decreased from Rs. 750.00 to Rs. 700.00, while Negombo saw a drop from Rs. 850.00 to Rs. 770.00. This positive trend for consumers is a result of favourable supply from the Southern coastal area.
Other Key Commodities: Local Red Onion Sees Price Hike
Among other essential commodities:
- Local Red Onion: The price of local red onion increased in both Pettah and Dambulla markets. In Pettah, prices rose from Rs. 425.00 to Rs. 450.00, and in Dambulla, from Rs. 295.00 to Rs. 320.00. This increase is primarily due to limited supply from the Jaffna area.
Comprehensive Market Overview
The comprehensive CBSL Daily Price Report for September 24, 2026, also provides detailed wholesale and retail price data for a wider range of selected food commodities, including rice, other onion varieties, potatoes, dried chilli, coconut, coconut oil, dhal, sugar, eggs, and various fruits across key markets such as Pettah, Dambulla, Narahenpita, Peliyagoda, and Negombo.
These daily reports are vital for consumers and businesses alike, offering transparency and helping stakeholders understand the underlying factors influencing food prices in Sri Lanka. The continuous monitoring by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka provides a critical economic barometer, reflecting the interplay of supply, demand, and regional agricultural output.
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