CBSL Press.

The Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka addresses a press briefing in Colombo on November 26, 2025, following the Monetary Policy Board’s final review for the year. The Board decided to maintain the policy rate at 7.75%, noting that inflation, while rising gradually, is expected to settle around the 5% target by the second half of 2026. The Central Bank stated that it will continue to monitor domestic and global economic conditions and stands ready to adjust policies to ensure price stability while supporting economic recovery.Pix by Pradeep Pathirana .