LKR sees minor setback against USD amidst currency fluctuations

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August 20, Colombo (LNW): The Sri Lankan Rupee experienced a slight depreciation against the US Dollar today (20), reported the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL).

The buying price rose to Rs. 294.36 from Rs. 294.31, while the selling price to Rs. 303.57 from Rs. 303.52.

The currency also weakened against a basket of international currencies but showed an appreciation against several Gulf currencies.

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