January 01, Colombo (LNW): Sri Lanka’s currency closed out 2025 on a softer footing, with the rupee losing 5.6 per cent of its value against the United States dollar over the course of the year, according to figures released by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka.
By the end of trading yesterday, the dollar was being bought at Rs. 306.29 and sold at Rs. 313.83, reflecting continued pressure on the local currency amid shifting market conditions.
In comparison, on the final trading day of 2024, the Central Bank recorded the dollar’s buying rate at Rs. 288.32, while the selling rate stood at Rs. 297.01. The year-on-year movement highlights a gradual depreciation, despite periods of relative stability during 2025.
Market analysts note that the rupee’s performance has been influenced by a combination of global dollar strength, domestic demand for foreign currency and ongoing adjustments within the broader economy, with the Central Bank continuing to monitor developments closely.
