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Sri Lanka PMI - Construction expanded in June 2026

The Sri Lanka Purchasing Managers’ Index for Construction (PMI - Construction), as reflected by the Total Activity Index, increased to 60.0 in June 2026, indicating continued expansion in construction activities. Most survey respondents attributed this increase to the ongoing execution of construction projects awarded in preceding months.

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka keeps the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) unchanged

The Monetary Policy Board, at its meeting held yesterday, decided to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at the current level of 8.75%. The Board arrived at this decision after carefully considering the evolving conditions and outlook on the domestic and global fronts. 

Renewed tensions in the Middle East have resulted in a surge in global commodity prices, particularly petroleum. These developments are likely to dampen global economic prospects with potential spillovers to the domestic economy through multiple channels.

Administrative Penalties imposed by the Financial Intelligence Unit on Reporting Institutions from October 2025 to March 2026

By virtue of the powers vested under Section 19 (1) read together with section 19 (2) of the Financial Transactions Reporting Act, No. 6 of 2006 (FTRA), financial penalties are imposed on Institutions for non-compliance with the provisions of the FTRA. In terms of the FTRA, the penalty may be prescribed by taking into consideration the nature and gravity of relevant non-compliances of the Institutions.

SL Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) – June 2026

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

Sri Lanka Purchasing Managers’ Index for Manufacturing (PMI – Manufacturing) recorded an index value of 53.0 in June 2026. This indicates continued expansion in manufacturing activities, albeit at a slower pace than the previous month. 

Extension of the Suspension of Business of Perpetual Treasuries Limited

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka, acting in terms of the Regulations made under the Registered Stock and Securities Ordinance and the Local Treasury Bills Ordinance, has decided to extend the suspension of Perpetual Treasuries Limited (PTL) from carrying on the business and activities of a Primary Dealer for a further period of six months with effect from 4.30 p.m. on 05th July 2026, in order to continue the investigations being conducted by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka. 

Extension of the Term of the Administrator Appointed to Nation Lanka Finance PLC under the Banking (Special Provisions) Act, No. 17 of 2023

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has extended the tenure of Mr. P W D N R Rodrigo, the Administrator appointed to Nation Lanka Finance PLC (NLFP), under the Banking (Special Provisions) Act, No. 17 of 2023 (BSPA).

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