SenFin Research – News Updates – 26 June 2026

Supply-side factors kept inflation low
Sri Lanka's earlier inflation targets were missed largely due to supply-side adjustments, with core inflation remaining at low positive levels throughout the period as aggregate demand recovered only gradually, Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning Anil Jayantha Fernando said in parliament yesterday (25). Source: (the morning) https://www.themorning.lk/articles/TegAsIhl5OjgmzFvjlJf

Sri Lanka Customs exceeds revenue goal for sixth month in June
Sri Lanka Customs exceeded its monthly target for a sixth consecutive month, achieving the June target before the end of the month, official data showed. Source: (economynext) https://economynext.com/sri-lanka-customs-exceeds-revenue-goal-for-sixth-month-in-june-276485/

Sri Lanka probes US$1bn outflow for unreceived goods since 2023: President
Sri Lanka’s President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said investigations are underway for money worth around US$ 1 billion that was sent out of the country illicitly since 2023 as advance for imports. Source: (economynext) https://economynext.com/sri-lanka-probes-us1bn-outflow-for-unreceived-goods-since-2023-president-276492/

Rupee-based trade with India could ease Dollar pressure- EDB Chairman
Expanding the use of local currencies in trade transactions between Sri Lanka and India could significantly reduce pressure on the US dollar and help stabilize the country’s foreign exchange market, Export Development Board (EDB) Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Mangala Wijesinghe said. Source: (Daily News) https://dailynews.lk/2026/06/26/business/1016915/rupee-based-trade-with-india-could-ease-dollar-pressure-edb-chairman/

Sri Lanka rupee at 336.75/337.50 to US dollar spot, bond yields edge lower
Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 336.75/337.50 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, from 337.00/75 the previous day, while bond yields edged lower slightly, dealers said. Source: (economynext) https://economynext.com/sri-lanka-rupee-at-336-75-337-50-to-us-dollar-spot-bond-yields-edge-lower-276408/

Sri Lanka stocks close up, Dialog, JKH, Hayleys drive gains
Sri Lanka’s Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Thursday, with the All Share Price Index moving 0.89 percent, CSE data showed. Source: (economynext) https://economynext.com/sri-lanka-stocks-close-up-dialog-jkh-hayleys-drive-gains-276470/

Asia Asset Finance announces Rs. 1.5 Bn Rights Issue
Asia Asset Finance PLC has announced a Rs. 1.5 billion Rights Issue, marking a step towards strengthening its capital position and accelerating the company’s next phase of growth. Source: (Daily News) https://dailynews.lk/2026/06/26/business/1016959/asia-asset-finance-announces-rs-1-5-bn-rights-issue/

DFCC Bank enhances Garusaru Loans with savings benefits for future generations
DFCC Bank PLC has introduced a new value-added benefit for DFCC Garusaru Loan customers, enabling eligible pensioners to access concessionary loan rates while building savings for their children and grandchildren through linked DFCC Junior Savings Accounts. Source: (Daily News) https://dailynews.lk/2026/06/26/business/1016695/dfcc-bank-enhances-garusaru-loans-with-savings-benefits-for-future-generations/

CDB and Hayleys Mobility sign MoU introduce financial solutions for range of vehicles
Citizens Development Business Finance PLC (CDB) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hayleys Mobility Limited, the mobility arm of Hayleys Fentons Limited, introducing exclusive financial solutions customised for a wide range of electric and hybrid vehicles on June 16. Source: (Daily News) https://dailynews.lk/2026/06/26/business/1016735/cdb-and-hayleys-mobility-sign-mou-introduce-financial-solutions-for-range-of-vehicles/

Lanka IOC to map green transition with EV charging facilities across all 273 retail outlets
Lanka IOC PLC is moving toward a sustainable mobility ecosystem by finalising an ambitious plan to deploy electric vehicle (EV) charging facilities across all 273 of its company-owned and franchise-operated retail outlets over the next two years. Source: (Daily Mirror) https://www.dailymirror.lk/business/Lanka-IOC-to-map-green-transition-with-EV-charging-facilities-across-all-273-retail-outlets/215-343947

Teejay navigates industry headwinds with financial strength and strategic focus
The Teejay group recorded revenue of Rs.60.04 billion during the period, reflecting a 10 percent year-on-year (YoY) decline, primarily due to continued softness in global textile demand. Source: (Daily Mirror) https://www.dailymirror.lk/business/Teejay-navigates-industry-headwinds-with-financial-strength-and-strategic-focus/215-343946

LVL Energy Fund fined by CSE for delayed market disclosures
The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) has imposed an enforcement penalty on LVL Energy Fund PLC after the listed company repeatedly failed to promptly disclose directors’ share transactions. Source: (Daily Mirror) https://www.dailymirror.lk/business/LVL-Energy-Fund-fined-by-CSE-for-delayed-market-disclosures/215-343953

Arpico Insurance revises FY25 profit down 97% after actuarial adjustment
Arpico Insurance PLC yesterday disclosed the revision of its profit for the financial year ended 31 December 2025, sharply lower after recognising an insurance contract liability that was not reflected in its unaudited fourth-quarter financial statements. Source: (Daily Mirror) https://www.dailymirror.lk/business/Arpico-Insurance-revises-FY25-profit-down-97-after-actuarial-adjustment/215-343951