MICROCOSM
The Financial Times reported that Sri Lanka’s rupee plunged to a record low to become the world’s worst performing currency as the
CORPORATE COMPENSATION
High end earnings and bonuses are considered normal when associated with top-level corporate positions
SRI LANKANS OVERSEAS
Q: As far as perceptions go, do you think Sri Lanka is capable of regaining its composure in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic?
A: Sri Lanka as a country and Sri Lankans as its people have always been perceived as having tenacity and resilience, and being able to cope with and overcome adversity.
THE BIG PICTURE

THE ECONOMIC CRISIS

YOUTH FORUM
I think Sri Lanka is a blessed country. Be it sandy beaches, scenic mountain ranges or any other natural resource the ‘Pearl of
STATE OF THE NATION

LEASING SECTOR
The Non-Bank Financial Institutions (NBFI) sector has faced considerable challenges over the past two years because of the pandemic
FURNISHING SECTOR
An increased focus on home improvements and keeping family members safe from infection indicates that there are
IMPACT INVESTMENTS

PEOPLE POWER

GLOBAL ECONOMIC OUTLOOK

LEADERSHIP FORUM

BURNING ISSUES
As the economic crisis worsened to a virtual state of failure, it isn’t surprising that inflation and shortages of daily essentials
WORKFORCE UPSKILLING
Automation is poised to influence the way we work and how the job market functions. Loss of employment is unavoidable
THE ECONOMY
“With the youth spearheading the nationwide demonstrations and expressing their concerns, the voice of the people has started to rise