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Land Valuation Indicator – Second Half of 2025

Continuing the upward trend, the Land Valuation Indicator (LVI) compiled for Colombo District increased by 10.6 per cent during the second half of 2025, compared to the same period of 2024. This increase was visible across all sub indicators of LVI, namely, Residential, Commercial and Industrial LVIs, which recorded annual increases of 12.4 per cent, 11.3 per cent and 8.0 per cent, respectively. Meanwhile, LVI and its sub indicators recorded moderate increases on a semi-annual basis during the second half of 2025, compared to the values recorded in the first half of 2025. The Commercial and Residential LVIs recorded higher increases compared to the first half of 2025.

Notice to General Public on Prohibited Pyramid Schemes

In terms of Section 83C of the Banking Act, No. 30 of 1988, as amended, the Central Bank of Sri Lanka has conducted an investigation, ascertained and determined that I.C.A.N Advertising (Pvt) Ltd and its affiliates icanonlineadvertising.com / bannercuts.com / bannercuts.lk / bannercuts.net / bannercuts.org” has engaged, conducted and promoted a prohibited scheme.

Central Bank of Sri Lanka to promote digital payments in Kurunegala

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) will conduct a promotional campaign in Kurunegala on 20 and 21 February 2026 to raise awareness of digital payments among the business community and the general public. The campaign will be held with the participation of Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe, Governor of CBSL, together with other senior officials.

The Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund Visits the Central Bank of Sri Lanka

Dr. Kristalina Georgieva, the Managing Director (MD) of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), visited the Central Bank of Sri Lanka on 17 February 2026 during her visit to Sri Lanka. This coincides with the 75th anniversary of Sri Lanka’s IMF membership as well as the Central Bank of Sri Lanka’s 75th anniversary. At a meeting held at the Central Bank premises, Dr. Georgieva met Governor, Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe, and senior officials of the Central Bank.

SL Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) – January 2026

Purchasing Managers’ Indices indicate expansions in both Manufacturing and Services activities in January 2026.

Sri Lanka Purchasing Managers’ Index for Manufacturing (PMI – Manufacturing) recorded an index value of 56.1 in January 2026. This reflects a month-on-month expansion in manufacturing activities at a slower rate compared to the seasonal peak in December 2025. All the sub-indices remained above the neutral threshold during the month.

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka releases the Monetary Policy Report – February 2026

The Central Bank released its first Monetary Policy Report for 2026 in keeping with the requirements of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka Act, No. 16 of 2023. The biannual Monetary Policy Report provides forward-looking insights about the economy, particularly inflation and economic growth outlook, and risks to projections. Through this Report, the Central Bank strives to improve its transparency and accountability by communicating the rationale behind its recent monetary policy decisions.

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