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Government Unveils New Tax Incentives for IT Startups

The package includes reduced levies for firms registering within the next fiscal year.

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Trading volumes rose sharply this week, with analysts pointing to renewed investor confidence after a 19% jump in tourist arrivals.

Economists caution that global commodity prices remain a key risk factor for the months ahead.

We are seeing early signs of a genuine, broad-based recovery.

Central Bank Economist
  • The finance ministry will publish a full report next month
  • Small business associations asked for extended repayment terms
  • The Colombo Stock Exchange closed higher for a third straight session
  • Foreign remittances remained steady compared to the previous quarter

The next policy review is scheduled within the quarter, with markets watching closely for further signals.

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  • Priya Dias

    More of this kind of reporting please, well done.