Category: CBSL Special Surveys
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CBSL Q2 2026 Report: Colombo Condominium Prices Ascend While Sales Volume Experiences Dip
Colombo, 05 October 2026 – Sri Lanka’s real estate sector showcased a mixed performance during the second quarter of 2026, with condominium prices in Colombo continuing their upward trajectory even as the overall sales volume witnessed a year-on-year decline. These insights come from the Central Bank of Sri Lanka’s (CBSL) latest “Real Estate Market Analysis…
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Sri Lanka’s Agricultural Sector Navigates Mixed Fortunes: CBSL August 2026 Bulletin Reveals Key Trends
Colombo, Sri Lanka – 02 October 2026 Sri Lanka’s vital agricultural sector presented a complex picture of growth and contraction in August 2026, according to the latest Agriculture Data Bulletin released by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL). Compiled by the Economic Research Department, the bulletin, dated 1st August 2026, offers crucial insights into…
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Sri Lanka’s External Sector Navigates Widening Trade Deficit in August 2026 Amidst Strong Remittance Growth
Colombo, 30 September 2026 – Sri Lanka’s external sector presented a mixed performance in August 2026, with a significant widening of the trade deficit despite a notable surge in worker remittances. According to the latest “External Sector Bulletin – August 2026” released by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL), the country’s current account balance…
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CBSL’s July 2026 Bulletin: Sri Lankan Agriculture Navigates Mixed Fortunes with Paddy Dip, Tea & Rubber Rebound
COLOMBO – 23 September 2026 – Sri Lanka’s vital agricultural sector presented a complex picture of challenges and resilience in July 2026, according to the latest “Agriculture Data Bulletin” released by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL)’s Economic Research Department. While the nation faces a notable decline in projected Yala season paddy production, the…
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CBSL Releases Latest BSI Series: A Key Indicator for Sri Lanka’s Economic Outlook
Colombo, Sri Lanka – September 11, 2026 – The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has today released its latest BSI Series, providing crucial insights into the nation’s economic pulse. Falling under the category of ‘CBSL Special Surveys’ and grouped within ‘economy’ data, this release is a vital resource for policymakers, businesses, and investors monitoring…
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Sri Lankan Business Sentiment Navigates Global Headwinds in Q2, Eyes Recovery in Q3: CBSL Survey
Colombo, Sri Lanka – 11 September 2026 Sri Lanka’s business environment experienced a complex dynamic in the second quarter of 2026, with overall sentiment easing amidst geopolitical tensions, yet showing robust signs of recovery and optimism for the third quarter. The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) revealed these insights in its latest “Executive Summary…
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Sri Lanka’s External Sector Navigates Challenges with Cumulative Current Account Surplus in July 2026
Colombo, Sri Lanka – 31 August 2026 – The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has released its External Sector Bulletin for July 2026, offering a comprehensive overview of the nation’s external sector performance. While the country recorded a current account deficit for the month of July, a significant cumulative surplus for the first seven…