Headline,Date,Related Field,News Description,combined_text,sentiment,sentiment_score Sri Lanka to offer land for investors to build industrial zones,5/28/2023,Business,Foreign investors are again showing interest in the country as stability returns,Sri Lanka to offer land for investors to build industrial zones Foreign investors are again showing interest in the country as stability returns,positive,1 Muzammil sworn in as Western Province Governor,6/4/2019,Politics,"A.J.M Muzammil has been sworn in as the new Governor of the Western Province, according to the President's Media Divisio...","Muzammil sworn in as Western Province Governor A.J.M Muzammil has been sworn in as the new Governor of the Western Province, according to the President's Media Divisio...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka state labs can do more tests, raise productivity: GMOA",11/8/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's government labs should be able to do more tests with the machines available as private labs are more product...,"Sri Lanka state labs can do more tests, raise productivity: GMOA Sri Lanka's government labs should be able to do more tests with the machines available as private labs are more product...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee closes at 324.00/25 to the US dollar, bond yields up",8/28/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed unchanged at 324.00/25 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 324.00/25 to the US dollar, bond yields up Sri Lanka’s rupee closed unchanged at 324.00/25 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.",negative,-1 Police hunting down people who left the Western Province before the curfew,10/30/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s Police has launched an operation to hunt down people who left the Covid hit Western Province for holidays ...,Police hunting down people who left the Western Province before the curfew Sri Lanka’s Police has launched an operation to hunt down people who left the Covid hit Western Province for holidays ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's 06-month Treasuries yield falls below June inflation,7/22/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields dropped across maturities at Wednesday's auction with the 6-month yield falling to 4.69 pe...,Sri Lanka's 06-month Treasuries yield falls below June inflation Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields dropped across maturities at Wednesday's auction with the 6-month yield falling to 4.69 pe...,negative,-1 Mini-hydro to gain from new fixed tariff: ICRA,2/10/2020,Energy,"Profitability of mini-hydro developers in Sri Lanka will rise despite environmental risks, due to a new tariff structure...","Mini-hydro to gain from new fixed tariff: ICRA Profitability of mini-hydro developers in Sri Lanka will rise despite environmental risks, due to a new tariff structure...",positive,1 Sri Lanka lifts 'rice mafia' tax for State Trading Corporation imports,11/1/2021,Economy,In Sri Lanka Nadu rice is retailed around the export price of Thai Jasmine rice,Sri Lanka lifts 'rice mafia' tax for State Trading Corporation imports In Sri Lanka Nadu rice is retailed around the export price of Thai Jasmine rice,negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond yields flat ahead of outright auction,1/4/2023,Bonds & Forex,Rs40bn outright auction,Sri Lanka bond yields flat ahead of outright auction Rs40bn outright auction,negative,-1 Met Dept issues severe lightning warning for several areas,4/12/2021,Weather and Climate,The Sri Lanka Meteorological Department has warned people to be cautious of thundershowers accompanied by severe lightin...,Met Dept issues severe lightning warning for several areas The Sri Lanka Meteorological Department has warned people to be cautious of thundershowers accompanied by severe lightin...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s gender parity should be advanced in economic crisis: IPS,11/28/2022,Gender Issues,COVID-19 pandemic and the ongoing economic crisis have stymied Sri Lanka’s efforts to achieve gender parity.,Sri Lanka’s gender parity should be advanced in economic crisis: IPS COVID-19 pandemic and the ongoing economic crisis have stymied Sri Lanka’s efforts to achieve gender parity.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's central bank should guard against bankruptcy as Fed lights commodity fires,4/19/2021,Bellwether,"Sri Lanka's central bank is running out of reserves, a part of the remaining reserves are tied up in swaps, the country ...","Sri Lanka's central bank should guard against bankruptcy as Fed lights commodity fires Sri Lanka's central bank is running out of reserves, a part of the remaining reserves are tied up in swaps, the country ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka crisis would deepen if creditors disagree, IMF says amid China concerns",9/1/2022,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka's debt restructuring is caught in geopolitical cold war,"Sri Lanka crisis would deepen if creditors disagree, IMF says amid China concerns Sri Lanka's debt restructuring is caught in geopolitical cold war",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber welcomes exchange rate relaxation,3/8/2022,Economy,"Reminds on energy re-pricing, debt restructuring and IMF program","Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber welcomes exchange rate relaxation Reminds on energy re-pricing, debt restructuring and IMF program",positive,1 Sri Lanka shares post third weekly gain despite four-session fall,5/28/2022,Markets,"Investors are waiting for cues from budget proposals, new government's policies to achieve stability ","Sri Lanka shares post third weekly gain despite four-session fall Investors are waiting for cues from budget proposals, new government's policies to achieve stability ",negative,-1 India’s Nicobar container port plan seen threat to Sri Lanka transhipment business,8/21/2019,Logistics,India has called for proposals to build a container port in Andaman & Nicobar Islands in the Bay of Bengal that could th...,India’s Nicobar container port plan seen threat to Sri Lanka transhipment business India has called for proposals to build a container port in Andaman & Nicobar Islands in the Bay of Bengal that could th...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka renewable energy industry seeing engineering brain drain,10/2/2022,Business,"""How can we replace these professionals? The ones who are migrating are the best ones.""","Sri Lanka renewable energy industry seeing engineering brain drain ""How can we replace these professionals? The ones who are migrating are the best ones.""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka makes PCR test at the airport mandatory for all including foreign diplomats,6/5/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is setting strict guidelines for all diplomatic personnel entering the country with regard to the prevention o...,Sri Lanka makes PCR test at the airport mandatory for all including foreign diplomats Sri Lanka is setting strict guidelines for all diplomatic personnel entering the country with regard to the prevention o...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to restore tax slashed car privilege for state workers,3/12/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka will resume giving tax slashed cars to the state worker class, Finance Minsier Mangala Samaraweera said, while...","Sri Lanka to restore tax slashed car privilege for state workers Sri Lanka will resume giving tax slashed cars to the state worker class, Finance Minsier Mangala Samaraweera said, while...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Colombo Port volumes up 24-ct on Red Sea attacks,5/1/2024,Logistics,New ship-to-shore cranes at the ports East Container Terminal can further boost volumes,Sri Lanka's Colombo Port volumes up 24-ct on Red Sea attacks New ship-to-shore cranes at the ports East Container Terminal can further boost volumes,positive,1 SLFP to back Gota; Sirisena steps down as party leader,10/9/2019,PresPoll2020,The Sri Lanka Freedom Party will support the candidacy of Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the Presidential election as President M...,SLFP to back Gota; Sirisena steps down as party leader The Sri Lanka Freedom Party will support the candidacy of Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the Presidential election as President M...,negative,-1 "Removal of Rajapaksa, government won't solve Sri Lanka crisis - ex-army chief",4/22/2022,Uncategorized,"""Opposition should have the spin to form a minority government if president and PM posts are given"" ","Removal of Rajapaksa, government won't solve Sri Lanka crisis - ex-army chief ""Opposition should have the spin to form a minority government if president and PM posts are given"" ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to set up National Salt Company SOE with Elephant Pass salterns,12/29/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka will set up state owned enterprise named National Salt Company to run salt pan in the Northern Province.,Sri Lanka to set up National Salt Company SOE with Elephant Pass salterns Sri Lanka will set up state owned enterprise named National Salt Company to run salt pan in the Northern Province.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stocks gain, records 11-year high in turnover",1/9/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.50 percent higher on Thursday, pushed by LOLC and generated a 23.6 billion market turnover on ...","Sri Lanka stocks gain, records 11-year high in turnover Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.50 percent higher on Thursday, pushed by LOLC and generated a 23.6 billion market turnover on ...",positive,1 India lends over US$1.1bn to upgrade Sri Lanka Railways,1/9/2023,Ground,About US$180mn project ongoing or planned,India lends over US$1.1bn to upgrade Sri Lanka Railways About US$180mn project ongoing or planned,negative,-1 Pompeo and Dinesh talk about Millennium Challenge Compact deal - Ministry,6/30/2020,Health,US Secretary of State Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Foreign Relations Minister Dinesh Gunawardena have discussed th...,Pompeo and Dinesh talk about Millennium Challenge Compact deal - Ministry US Secretary of State Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Foreign Relations Minister Dinesh Gunawardena have discussed th...,positive,1 SLFP uninterested in talks with any party but SLPP - Amaraweera,10/3/2019,PresPoll2020,The SLFP is not interested in talking to any other major party beside the SLPP in forming an alliance for the coming ele...,SLFP uninterested in talks with any party but SLPP - Amaraweera The SLFP is not interested in talking to any other major party beside the SLPP in forming an alliance for the coming ele...,negative,-1 US bars two Sri Lanka military officers for human rights abuses,12/11/2021,Political News,Barred from entry to the US,US bars two Sri Lanka military officers for human rights abuses Barred from entry to the US,negative,-1 Sri Lanka food importers seek exemption from open account trade ban,5/23/2022,Economy,Delays in banks releasing dollars could spoil food,Sri Lanka food importers seek exemption from open account trade ban Delays in banks releasing dollars could spoil food,negative,-1 Mullaitivu District Secy wants NGOs to prioritise infrastructure development,3/6/2020,Human Rights,Non-governmental Organisations (NGOs) must be allowed to provide “soft skills” to Sri Lankans unhindered the Nationa...,Mullaitivu District Secy wants NGOs to prioritise infrastructure development Non-governmental Organisations (NGOs) must be allowed to provide “soft skills” to Sri Lankans unhindered the Nationa...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.25/324.00 to the US dollar,9/18/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.25/324.00 to the US dollar on Monday,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.25/324.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.25/324.00 to the US dollar on Monday,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to offer 60 offshore islets to tourism investors: Minister,12/9/2022,Economy,We want to look at these 60 islets and bring tourism investor,Sri Lanka to offer 60 offshore islets to tourism investors: Minister We want to look at these 60 islets and bring tourism investor,positive,1 Sri Lanka plans diplomatic mission to rescue ex-soldiers from Russia-Ukraine war,5/16/2024,Defence,We have already spoken to the Russian Ambassador regarding this,Sri Lanka plans diplomatic mission to rescue ex-soldiers from Russia-Ukraine war We have already spoken to the Russian Ambassador regarding this,positive,1 Strategic partner for SriLankan suggested by committee,1/31/2019,Aviation,An expert committee appointed by President Maithripala Sirisena had suggested finding a strategic partner to make the ai...,Strategic partner for SriLankan suggested by committee An expert committee appointed by President Maithripala Sirisena had suggested finding a strategic partner to make the ai...,positive,1 "Sri Lankan stocks up, foreign selling in Dialog Axiata",12/24/2018,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s stock market closed higher Monday with foreign investors net sellers, the sellin...","Sri Lankan stocks up, foreign selling in Dialog Axiata ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s stock market closed higher Monday with foreign investors net sellers, the sellin...",negative,-1 "India to expand investment in Sri Lanka's energy sector, other core areas: Jaishankar",1/20/2023,Economy,"""I am confident that the gravity of the situation is realised by policymakers here,” Jaishankar said.","India to expand investment in Sri Lanka's energy sector, other core areas: Jaishankar ""I am confident that the gravity of the situation is realised by policymakers here,” Jaishankar said.",positive,1 "Sri Lanka GDP contracts 3.6-pct in 2020 amid Coronavirus, import substitution",3/17/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's gross domestic product has contracted 3.6 percent in 2020, down from 2.3 percent in 2019 amid a Coronavirus ...","Sri Lanka GDP contracts 3.6-pct in 2020 amid Coronavirus, import substitution Sri Lanka's gross domestic product has contracted 3.6 percent in 2020, down from 2.3 percent in 2019 amid a Coronavirus ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's sugar tax hike will boost govt revenue by Rs. 27 bln annually - data by Trade Minister,11/9/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka has been increasing tax to prove its commitment to IMF in return of a $3 bln loan,Sri Lanka's sugar tax hike will boost govt revenue by Rs. 27 bln annually - data by Trade Minister Sri Lanka has been increasing tax to prove its commitment to IMF in return of a $3 bln loan,positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, gilt yields ease",11/28/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 180.30/180.50 to the US dollar, while gilt yields eased with buying seen in b...","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, gilt yields ease Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 180.30/180.50 to the US dollar, while gilt yields eased with buying seen in b...",positive,1 "Cabinet nod for initiation of new agency replacing Sri Lanka's BOI, EDB",11/8/2023,Business,Sri Lanka is also drawing up a new law for Colombo Financial Zone at the Chinese-built Port City.,"Cabinet nod for initiation of new agency replacing Sri Lanka's BOI, EDB Sri Lanka is also drawing up a new law for Colombo Financial Zone at the Chinese-built Port City.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka NPLs rise to 5.3-pct of loans in 2020 June,9/10/2020,Banking,"Non-performing loans at Sri Lanka's commercial banks grew to 5.3 percent of total loans by June 2020, from 4.9 percent i...","Sri Lanka NPLs rise to 5.3-pct of loans in 2020 June Non-performing loans at Sri Lanka's commercial banks grew to 5.3 percent of total loans by June 2020, from 4.9 percent i...",positive,1 Sri Lanka shares down on profit taking after gaining rally amid positive sentiment ,1/24/2023,Markets,Markets came off after gaining continuously on IMF deal hope ,Sri Lanka shares down on profit taking after gaining rally amid positive sentiment  Markets came off after gaining continuously on IMF deal hope ,negative,-1 WFP and Australia donate food packs to kids missing free midday meals due to school closures,7/17/2020,Education,Australia and the World Food Programme (WFP) have donated Rs74mn to fund take-home rations for children covered by the n...,WFP and Australia donate food packs to kids missing free midday meals due to school closures Australia and the World Food Programme (WFP) have donated Rs74mn to fund take-home rations for children covered by the n...,negative,-1 Dutch to fly tourists home from Sri Lanka within days,4/27/2019,Business,"Hundreds of Dutch tourists will be flown home in the coming days from Sri Lanka in the wake of the Easter bombings, acco...","Dutch to fly tourists home from Sri Lanka within days Hundreds of Dutch tourists will be flown home in the coming days from Sri Lanka in the wake of the Easter bombings, acco...",positive,1 Sri Lanka state techs oppose private testing labs at airport,8/14/2021,Economy,Questions why PCR prodcurements are delayed,Sri Lanka state techs oppose private testing labs at airport Questions why PCR prodcurements are delayed,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bonds end flat, kerb 370.50/371.50",12/31/2022,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields flat,"Sri Lanka bonds end flat, kerb 370.50/371.50 Bond yields flat",negative,-1 "Curfew lifted in Sammanthurai, Kalmunai & Chawalakade",4/29/2019,Uncategorized,"Police curfew imposed in the Sammanthurai, Kalmunai and Chawalakade areas in the Eastern Province has been lifted as of ...","Curfew lifted in Sammanthurai, Kalmunai & Chawalakade Police curfew imposed in the Sammanthurai, Kalmunai and Chawalakade areas in the Eastern Province has been lifted as of ...",negative,-1 FactCheck - Sri Lanka President spreading false view of Supreme Court ruling: legislator,12/19/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena is spreading a false view on a Supreme Court ruling claiming that the country...,FactCheck - Sri Lanka President spreading false view of Supreme Court ruling: legislator Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena is spreading a false view on a Supreme Court ruling claiming that the country...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka confirms 2,624 Coronavirus cases, 3-month baby among 26 Covid-19 fatalities",5/11/2021,Health,Deaths reported rose to a new high of 26 taking the total to 827,"Sri Lanka confirms 2,624 Coronavirus cases, 3-month baby among 26 Covid-19 fatalities Deaths reported rose to a new high of 26 taking the total to 827",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks surge 3-pct after open,5/13/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks surged 2.94 percent in the first 30 minutes of trading after steep falls over two days, while a sensi...","Sri Lanka stocks surge 3-pct after open Sri Lanka's stocks surged 2.94 percent in the first 30 minutes of trading after steep falls over two days, while a sensi...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's spy chief off the hook, others face charges over Easter attacks",6/20/2019,Legal,"Sri Lanka has initiated criminal investigations against nine officers over lapses leading to the Easter Sunday attacks, ...","Sri Lanka's spy chief off the hook, others face charges over Easter attacks Sri Lanka has initiated criminal investigations against nine officers over lapses leading to the Easter Sunday attacks, ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka may have lost 37,500 overseas jobs since March",5/31/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka could have lost around 37,500 overseas jobs up to the end of May due to the Coronavirus pandemic, while many a...","Sri Lanka may have lost 37,500 overseas jobs since March Sri Lanka could have lost around 37,500 overseas jobs up to the end of May due to the Coronavirus pandemic, while many a...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Phosphate SOE taken out of industries ministry,6/20/2021,Business,Placed under Agriculture Ministry,Sri Lanka Phosphate SOE taken out of industries ministry Placed under Agriculture Ministry,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's CMPorts industrial park canvasses FDI in China's Yangtze and Pearl River deltas,10/25/2021,Business,HIPG has stationed an investment promotion team in China,Sri Lanka's CMPorts industrial park canvasses FDI in China's Yangtze and Pearl River deltas HIPG has stationed an investment promotion team in China,positive,1 Sooriyawewa Stadium costs queried,9/4/2019,Uncategorized,Ports Authority paid Rs 5 billion for the project which is now valued at Rs 2 billion,Sooriyawewa Stadium costs queried Ports Authority paid Rs 5 billion for the project which is now valued at Rs 2 billion,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to receive first batch of Russia's Sputnik V jab this month: SPC,4/5/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka will receive the Russian Sputnik V vaccine this month, with a decision to extend the current purchase order of...","Sri Lanka to receive first batch of Russia's Sputnik V jab this month: SPC Sri Lanka will receive the Russian Sputnik V vaccine this month, with a decision to extend the current purchase order of...",negative,-1 Contacts of Sri Lanka COVID19 patient in strict self-quarantine to contain spread,3/12/2020,Health,Health officials in Sri Lanka have identified some 50 people who were in close contact with the first and so far only co...,Contacts of Sri Lanka COVID19 patient in strict self-quarantine to contain spread Health officials in Sri Lanka have identified some 50 people who were in close contact with the first and so far only co...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka must fund fuel imports with export income, remittances, says president",8/3/2022,Economy,"""We also have to limit selected imports in order to balance the payments for fuel.""","Sri Lanka must fund fuel imports with export income, remittances, says president ""We also have to limit selected imports in order to balance the payments for fuel.""",negative,-1 "Disastrous handling of Sri Lanka's disaster management, probe reveals",7/12/2019,Environment,"ECONOMYNEXT – Since 2005, there have been more disasters in Sri Lanka than meetings of the National Council for D...","Disastrous handling of Sri Lanka's disaster management, probe reveals ECONOMYNEXT – Since 2005, there have been more disasters in Sri Lanka than meetings of the National Council for D...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Dialog says giving unlimited youtube data for US$1.7 a month,1/5/2020,ICT,"Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiat Plc said it is giving unlimited data to view youtube.com, for 249 rupees (1.7 US dollars) a mon...","Sri Lanka's Dialog says giving unlimited youtube data for US$1.7 a month Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiat Plc said it is giving unlimited data to view youtube.com, for 249 rupees (1.7 US dollars) a mon...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings net down 60-pct,2/1/2023,Markets,Expects consumer recovery in next quarter,Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings net down 60-pct Expects consumer recovery in next quarter,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Bimputh Finance directors fined Rs1mn for annual report violation,1/9/2024,Stocks & Companies,"Bimputh Finance had failed to submit its annual report for the financial year ended March 31, 2022","Sri Lanka's Bimputh Finance directors fined Rs1mn for annual report violation Bimputh Finance had failed to submit its annual report for the financial year ended March 31, 2022",negative,-1 Sri Lanka state minister of finance attributes economic recovery to 2023 budget,11/14/2023,Economy,"“There is broad consensus that by the end of Q4, growth will be positive,” he said.","Sri Lanka state minister of finance attributes economic recovery to 2023 budget “There is broad consensus that by the end of Q4, growth will be positive,” he said.",positive,1 Appeal court slams Sri Lanka police for framing top detective,6/16/2021,Legal,Allegations against Shani Abeysekara a result of falsification and embellishment and a creature of after-thought,Appeal court slams Sri Lanka police for framing top detective Allegations against Shani Abeysekara a result of falsification and embellishment and a creature of after-thought,negative,-1 "Speaker as acting president pending all-party govt, Sri Lanka party leaders agree",7/9/2022,Politics,"In the same week, he said, a coalition government must be formed representing all parties.","Speaker as acting president pending all-party govt, Sri Lanka party leaders agree In the same week, he said, a coalition government must be formed representing all parties.",positive,1 Sri Lanka repays debt or collects reserves of U$5bn via banking system since rate correction,2/7/2024,Economy,"Commercial Banks collect US$3.2bn net and central bank, $1.69bn net","Sri Lanka repays debt or collects reserves of U$5bn via banking system since rate correction Commercial Banks collect US$3.2bn net and central bank, $1.69bn net",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks gain at open,5/15/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.24 percent at open continuing recovery from a circuit breaker fall at the start of the week,Sri Lanka stocks gain at open Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.24 percent at open continuing recovery from a circuit breaker fall at the start of the week,negative,-1 Lotus Tower linked China firm had relocated: Sri Lanka envoy,9/20/2019,Fiscal,"Sri Lanka's ambassador to Beijing had said a company linked to a telecom tower project, which President Maithripala Siri...","Lotus Tower linked China firm had relocated: Sri Lanka envoy Sri Lanka's ambassador to Beijing had said a company linked to a telecom tower project, which President Maithripala Siri...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's 'highest leadership' lacks vision: UN rights chief,3/20/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka’s has failed to fully implement its commitments to ensure accountability for war-time atrocities becaus...,Sri Lanka's 'highest leadership' lacks vision: UN rights chief Sri Lanka’s has failed to fully implement its commitments to ensure accountability for war-time atrocities becaus...,negative,-1 Government not prepared to negotiate with Railways terrorists - minister,9/12/2023,Logistics,"Striking employees responsible for passenger's death, Transport minister says","Government not prepared to negotiate with Railways terrorists - minister Striking employees responsible for passenger's death, Transport minister says",negative,-1 Sri Lanka sells Rs55.4bn in T-bill auction,6/27/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has sold only 55.4 billion rupees of Treasury bills at an auction on Wednesday,Sri Lanka sells Rs55.4bn in T-bill auction Sri Lanka has sold only 55.4 billion rupees of Treasury bills at an auction on Wednesday,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Pick Me powers JumJum mobike app in Nepal,5/14/2024,Ground,The app called JumJum (Let’s Go) will initially launch in Kathmandu,Sri Lanka's Pick Me powers JumJum mobike app in Nepal The app called JumJum (Let’s Go) will initially launch in Kathmandu,positive,1 Sri Lanka ex-president Sirisena ordered to pay compensation for Easter Sunday victims,1/12/2023,Defence,The State was also ordered to pay one million rupees as compensation to the victims.,Sri Lanka ex-president Sirisena ordered to pay compensation for Easter Sunday victims The State was also ordered to pay one million rupees as compensation to the victims.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka in bid to draw domestic dollar notes to banks, 10-pct surrender rule",12/14/2021,Economy,Banks will have to surrender 10 percent to the central bank,"Sri Lanka in bid to draw domestic dollar notes to banks, 10-pct surrender rule Banks will have to surrender 10 percent to the central bank",negative,-1 China says it will discuss Sri Lanka debt re-structuring during two-year moratorium,2/4/2023,Economy,.,China says it will discuss Sri Lanka debt re-structuring during two-year moratorium .,negative,-1 SriLanka stocks end marginally higher,2/17/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.10 percent on Wednesday recovering some of the losses in the past few days, pushed up by Hayca...","SriLanka stocks end marginally higher Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.10 percent on Wednesday recovering some of the losses in the past few days, pushed up by Hayca...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 302.00/50 to the US dollar,4/19/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were broadly steady,Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 302.00/50 to the US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady,positive,1 Environmentalists protest against road construction in Sinharaja Forest,8/17/2020,Environment,"The Centre for Environment and Nature Studies (CENS) in Sri Lanka, is protesting against the construction of a road in t...","Environmentalists protest against road construction in Sinharaja Forest The Centre for Environment and Nature Studies (CENS) in Sri Lanka, is protesting against the construction of a road in t...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka national inflation at 59.2-pct in Dec 2023,1/24/2023,Economy,Food prices down for the third month,Sri Lanka national inflation at 59.2-pct in Dec 2023 Food prices down for the third month,negative,-1 Sri Lanka parliament endorses emergency law for 30 days ,7/27/2022,Law and Order,The State of Emergency was declared on July 18 ahead of a parliament vote to elect President.,Sri Lanka parliament endorses emergency law for 30 days  The State of Emergency was declared on July 18 ahead of a parliament vote to elect President.,positive,1 Sri Lanka tea prices mixed in mid June,6/21/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka tea prices were mixed at the second auction in June with some ex-estate Uva and Udapussellawa teas showing gai...,Sri Lanka tea prices mixed in mid June Sri Lanka tea prices were mixed at the second auction in June with some ex-estate Uva and Udapussellawa teas showing gai...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to call contractors for Rs6bn flyover in Colombo,8/27/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka will call bids from domestic contractors shortly to build a flyer in the Slave Island area of the capital Colo...,Sri Lanka to call contractors for Rs6bn flyover in Colombo Sri Lanka will call bids from domestic contractors shortly to build a flyer in the Slave Island area of the capital Colo...,negative,-1 China growth beats forecasts as economy shows signs of stability,4/25/2019,International news,China's economy expanded more than expected in the first three months of the year as government moves to kickstart growt...,China growth beats forecasts as economy shows signs of stability China's economy expanded more than expected in the first three months of the year as government moves to kickstart growt...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka to develop Trincomalee with India, joint task force in the offing: President",8/11/2023,Economy,Since India has the lead to develop industries in the province and industrial zone should be created,"Sri Lanka to develop Trincomalee with India, joint task force in the offing: President Since India has the lead to develop industries in the province and industrial zone should be created",positive,1 Federal Reserve starts US$500bn overnight liquidity window as Powell Bubble rages,7/29/2021,Business,Foreign central banks given overnight facility of US$60bn each,Federal Reserve starts US$500bn overnight liquidity window as Powell Bubble rages Foreign central banks given overnight facility of US$60bn each,negative,-1 Banks push Sri Lanka stocks to four and a half month high,7/24/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 1.10 percent up on Wednesday, reaching the highest levels since early March, boosted by bankin...","Banks push Sri Lanka stocks to four and a half month high Sri Lanka's stocks closed 1.10 percent up on Wednesday, reaching the highest levels since early March, boosted by bankin...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's mid-grown Ceylon tea prices up 13-pct,8/28/2022,Tea,This week 4.7 million kilograms were offered for sale.,Sri Lanka's mid-grown Ceylon tea prices up 13-pct This week 4.7 million kilograms were offered for sale.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Treasuries yields fall across maturities,8/28/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields fell across maturities at Wednesday's auction with the 03-month yield down 21 basis points...,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields fall across maturities Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields fell across maturities at Wednesday's auction with the 03-month yield down 21 basis points...,negative,-1 Wayamba under curfew as violence spreads,5/13/2019,Uncategorized,Muslim leaders are condemning police indifference which they say has led to the spread of communal violence in several a...,Wayamba under curfew as violence spreads Muslim leaders are condemning police indifference which they say has led to the spread of communal violence in several a...,negative,-1 "US Fed chairman hints at higher rates, but no pre-set course",11/29/2018,International news,"A day after President Donald Trump's latest attack on the US central bank, Federal Reserve chief Jerome Powell hinted We...","US Fed chairman hints at higher rates, but no pre-set course A day after President Donald Trump's latest attack on the US central bank, Federal Reserve chief Jerome Powell hinted We...",negative,-1 """Gamperaliya"" gets more cash in election year",3/15/2019,Economy,"In this election year the Government has allocated a huge chunk of cash for its Rural Development program ""Gamperaliya.""","""Gamperaliya"" gets more cash in election year In this election year the Government has allocated a huge chunk of cash for its Rural Development program ""Gamperaliya.""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka sets new single-day vax record; half a million await second jab of AstraZeneca,7/27/2021,Health,Sixty-six cases of the Delta variant have been confirmed in the island so far.,Sri Lanka sets new single-day vax record; half a million await second jab of AstraZeneca Sixty-six cases of the Delta variant have been confirmed in the island so far.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka recalls control-era NM Perera in budget 2022 amid new rubber import control,11/15/2021,Economy,'Our leaders and financial sector experts have failed to bring a long term programme to manage our foreign reserves',Sri Lanka recalls control-era NM Perera in budget 2022 amid new rubber import control 'Our leaders and financial sector experts have failed to bring a long term programme to manage our foreign reserves',negative,-1 Sri Lanka raises US$62mn dollars in SLDB post-auction placement,11/17/2020,Bonds & Forex,A total of 86.8 million dollars had been raised from dollar denominated Sri Lanka Development Bonds this week with a 62 ...,Sri Lanka raises US$62mn dollars in SLDB post-auction placement A total of 86.8 million dollars had been raised from dollar denominated Sri Lanka Development Bonds this week with a 62 ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka battles Facebook posts violating vote laws,10/31/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka's Election Commission Thursday announced a crackdown on Facebook posts violating campaign laws governing the N...,Sri Lanka battles Facebook posts violating vote laws Sri Lanka's Election Commission Thursday announced a crackdown on Facebook posts violating campaign laws governing the N...,negative,-1 "REPEAT: Crisis-hit Sri Lanka's 2023 budget aims to target subsidies, private-sector driven economy",11/14/2022,Economic Crisis,"Wickremesinghe delivers crucial budget amid economic crisis, sovereign default, geopolitical cold war","REPEAT: Crisis-hit Sri Lanka's 2023 budget aims to target subsidies, private-sector driven economy Wickremesinghe delivers crucial budget amid economic crisis, sovereign default, geopolitical cold war",positive,1 Sri Lanka's Tax Dept received Rs 2.4 billion worth of Rubber cheques: COPA,3/29/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka’s Inland Revenue Department (IRD) had received 6,878 cheques worth over Rs. 2.4 billion which were not honou...","Sri Lanka's Tax Dept received Rs 2.4 billion worth of Rubber cheques: COPA Sri Lanka’s Inland Revenue Department (IRD) had received 6,878 cheques worth over Rs. 2.4 billion which were not honou...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka general elections 2020 - LIVE UPDATES,8/5/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka is going to polls to elect 225 representatives for the parliament in August 2020 with Coronavirus health rules...,Sri Lanka general elections 2020 - LIVE UPDATES Sri Lanka is going to polls to elect 225 representatives for the parliament in August 2020 with Coronavirus health rules...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka trying to help citizens hired by Russia-Ukraine mercenary firms: Foreign Minister,5/8/2024,Employment,"""We are being asked to deal with a mercenary group which is not a formal government. It’s a very difficult task.""","Sri Lanka trying to help citizens hired by Russia-Ukraine mercenary firms: Foreign Minister ""We are being asked to deal with a mercenary group which is not a formal government. It’s a very difficult task.""",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to enact public finance, revenue authority laws to facilitate IMF deal",4/26/2023,Economy,“I have already informed the Treasury to start the process. Our two state ministers [of finance] will also be involved...,"Sri Lanka to enact public finance, revenue authority laws to facilitate IMF deal “I have already informed the Treasury to start the process. Our two state ministers [of finance] will also be involved...",positive,1 Sri Lanka polls chief threatens to quit over vote delays,1/28/2019,Political News,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's independent election chief Monday threatened to quit without holding the presidential ballot d...,Sri Lanka polls chief threatens to quit over vote delays ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's independent election chief Monday threatened to quit without holding the presidential ballot d...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka ate the Chinese chicken instead of collecting eggs: Academic,1/28/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has not used Chinese debt appropriately to grow the economy after the end of the civil war, akin to eating a c...","Sri Lanka ate the Chinese chicken instead of collecting eggs: Academic Sri Lanka has not used Chinese debt appropriately to grow the economy after the end of the civil war, akin to eating a c...",negative,-1 Cabraal must either resign or be fired - UNP,1/30/2020,Politics,The UNP called for the removal or resignation of former Central Bank Governor Ajith Nivard Cabraal from his current post...,Cabraal must either resign or be fired - UNP The UNP called for the removal or resignation of former Central Bank Governor Ajith Nivard Cabraal from his current post...,negative,-1 US Helpline Lanka donates medical supplies worth US$ 39.6 million to Sri Lanka,6/21/2023,Health,"The stock of medicine was handed over to the Minister of Health Keheliya Rambukwella on June 20,2023","US Helpline Lanka donates medical supplies worth US$ 39.6 million to Sri Lanka The stock of medicine was handed over to the Minister of Health Keheliya Rambukwella on June 20,2023",negative,-1 China exports plunge 17.5-pct on coronavirus epidemic,3/7/2020,Economy,China's exports plummeted in the first two months of this year on the back of a coronavirus epidemic that forced busines...,China exports plunge 17.5-pct on coronavirus epidemic China's exports plummeted in the first two months of this year on the back of a coronavirus epidemic that forced busines...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka tea production down 14-pct in August,9/25/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's tea production had fallen 14 percent from a year ago to 22.42 million kilograms in August 2020 from 26.2 mil...,Sri Lanka tea production down 14-pct in August Sri Lanka's tea production had fallen 14 percent from a year ago to 22.42 million kilograms in August 2020 from 26.2 mil...,negative,-1 Wickremesinghe will win no more than 2.5 mn votes at presidential poll: SJB,4/19/2024,Politics,"""I predict that, if Mr Wickremesinghe contests, he won't get more than 2.5 million votes.""","Wickremesinghe will win no more than 2.5 mn votes at presidential poll: SJB ""I predict that, if Mr Wickremesinghe contests, he won't get more than 2.5 million votes.""",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee, stocks weaker at open",2/26/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted marginally weaker at 181.70/75 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bon...,"Sri Lanka rupee, stocks weaker at open Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted marginally weaker at 181.70/75 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bon...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka private credit positive in June, money printed, rupee down",8/6/2023,Banking,Private credit positive for the first time since May 2023,"Sri Lanka private credit positive in June, money printed, rupee down Private credit positive for the first time since May 2023",negative,-1 "Bimputh Finance hit by micro-finance price controls, downgraded to 'BB-(lka): Fitch",7/13/2019,Banking,"Fitch Ratings Lanka said it had downgraded the rating of Bimputh Finance Plc, a non-micro-lender, to 'BB-(lka)' from 'BB...","Bimputh Finance hit by micro-finance price controls, downgraded to 'BB-(lka): Fitch Fitch Ratings Lanka said it had downgraded the rating of Bimputh Finance Plc, a non-micro-lender, to 'BB-(lka)' from 'BB...",negative,-1 EU warns Sri Lanka on economic and political risks,11/11/2018,Political News,The European Union has warned that sacking of a parliament by President Maithripala deepens an economic and political cr...,EU warns Sri Lanka on economic and political risks The European Union has warned that sacking of a parliament by President Maithripala deepens an economic and political cr...,negative,-1 UK to introduce waste-to-electricity system in SL,4/18/2019,Uncategorized,The United Kingdom has agreed to introduce a system to Sri Lanka to generate electricity using waste materials as a solu...,UK to introduce waste-to-electricity system in SL The United Kingdom has agreed to introduce a system to Sri Lanka to generate electricity using waste materials as a solu...,negative,-1 "Shing Pee Tao, chairman of Sri Lanka's Shing Kwan group unit passes away",9/3/2021,Bonds & Forex,Property tycoon is a naturalized citizen,"Shing Pee Tao, chairman of Sri Lanka's Shing Kwan group unit passes away Property tycoon is a naturalized citizen",positive,1 Sri Lanka issues 538 soft alcohol licenses to boost tourism,9/7/2023,Business,Government began issuing soft liquor licenses to promote tourism,Sri Lanka issues 538 soft alcohol licenses to boost tourism Government began issuing soft liquor licenses to promote tourism,negative,-1 A Sermon on Stoning,6/24/2019,Opinion,"In Sri Lanka, we are trapped in a new Stone-age. An age of stoning. Or to be precise, we are now in an age fascinated wi...","A Sermon on Stoning In Sri Lanka, we are trapped in a new Stone-age. An age of stoning. Or to be precise, we are now in an age fascinated wi...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka stock market to open on 24, 25, 28 May",5/21/2021,Markets,Market closed for Vesak,"Sri Lanka stock market to open on 24, 25, 28 May Market closed for Vesak",negative,-1 World Food Programme providing emergency nutritional needs of three million Sri Lankans: report,7/7/2022,Economy,“The WFP anticipates that even more people will turn to these coping strategies as the crisis deepens.” ,World Food Programme providing emergency nutritional needs of three million Sri Lankans: report “The WFP anticipates that even more people will turn to these coping strategies as the crisis deepens.” ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka GDP contracts 11.5-pct in 2023 first quarter,6/15/2023,Economy,Quarter of quarter growth of 6.7-pct,Sri Lanka GDP contracts 11.5-pct in 2023 first quarter Quarter of quarter growth of 6.7-pct,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to lease loss-making Channel Eye airtime to Lyca group,8/15/2023,Economy,“At the moment it is making losses and cannot even pay the electricity bill.”,Sri Lanka to lease loss-making Channel Eye airtime to Lyca group “At the moment it is making losses and cannot even pay the electricity bill.”,negative,-1 Sri Lanka fruits and vegetable body joins export modernization drive,12/23/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's fruit and vegetable producers and exporters have linked up with a World Bank supported project to modernize ...,Sri Lanka fruits and vegetable body joins export modernization drive Sri Lanka's fruit and vegetable producers and exporters have linked up with a World Bank supported project to modernize ...,positive,1 Sri Lanka to bring end to missing persons matter by 2025: President,1/8/2024,People,Committed to resolving land issue in North and addressing missing persons’ matter before conclusion of 2025,Sri Lanka to bring end to missing persons matter by 2025: President Committed to resolving land issue in North and addressing missing persons’ matter before conclusion of 2025,positive,1 "Sri Lanka electoral reforms: President expands commission's scope, adds member",11/3/2023,Politics,"The commission, chaired by former Chief Justice Priyasath Dep, now comprises 10 members","Sri Lanka electoral reforms: President expands commission's scope, adds member The commission, chaired by former Chief Justice Priyasath Dep, now comprises 10 members",positive,1 Sri Lanka President flees to Maldives,7/13/2022,Legal,President goes to Maldives,Sri Lanka President flees to Maldives President goes to Maldives,negative,-1 Court orders AG to probe how Ranjan's tapes were leaked,1/17/2020,Law and Order,A magistrate has ordered the Attorney General to investigate how recordings of telephone conversations seized from the r...,Court orders AG to probe how Ranjan's tapes were leaked A magistrate has ordered the Attorney General to investigate how recordings of telephone conversations seized from the r...,negative,-1 Ranjan challenges govt. to appoint a Commission of Inquiry,1/22/2020,Legal,Ranjan Ramanayake is challenging the government to appoint a Commission of Inquiry into his leaked phone conversations s...,Ranjan challenges govt. to appoint a Commission of Inquiry Ranjan Ramanayake is challenging the government to appoint a Commission of Inquiry into his leaked phone conversations s...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka sells most of Rs60bn bonds offered at auction,3/10/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has sold most of bonds offered at an auction Wednesday though a not all bonds of the longest tenor was sold, d...","Sri Lanka sells most of Rs60bn bonds offered at auction Sri Lanka has sold most of bonds offered at an auction Wednesday though a not all bonds of the longest tenor was sold, d...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks end 0.57-pct lower,4/16/2021,Markets," Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.57 percent on Friday, pushed down by LOLC Holdings, Browns Investments and Ceylon Tobacco Compa...","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.57-pct lower Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.57 percent on Friday, pushed down by LOLC Holdings, Browns Investments and Ceylon Tobacco Compa...",negative,-1 Govt. introduces new cyber-security initiatives,3/26/2019,Uncategorized,"The Government plans to create a strong, secure cyber-security framework and make citizens aware of the benefits of dig...","Govt. introduces new cyber-security initiatives The Government plans to create a strong, secure cyber-security framework and make citizens aware of the benefits of dig...",positive,1 Sri Lanka must either implement 13A or abolish provincial councils: president,7/27/2023,Politics,"“People say this is a white elephant. We must focus and give an answer. Everyone is trying to avoid this issue,” he ...","Sri Lanka must either implement 13A or abolish provincial councils: president “People say this is a white elephant. We must focus and give an answer. Everyone is trying to avoid this issue,” he ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka shares close at one-month high,11/30/2022,Markets,"“Investor participation improved on the back of confirmed talks with multilateral and bilateral lenders....""","Sri Lanka shares close at one-month high “Investor participation improved on the back of confirmed talks with multilateral and bilateral lenders....""",positive,1 Bribery Commission launches national action plan amidst allegations of negligence,3/18/2019,Politics,The Bribery Commission launched a five year project today to eradicate bribery and corruption in Sri Lanka ,Bribery Commission launches national action plan amidst allegations of negligence The Bribery Commission launched a five year project today to eradicate bribery and corruption in Sri Lanka ,positive,1 Sri Lanka's CPC to implement daily automated price revising system from next year,9/13/2023,Petroleum,CPC dealers were briefed on the implementation of a daily automated price revising system from 2024,Sri Lanka's CPC to implement daily automated price revising system from next year CPC dealers were briefed on the implementation of a daily automated price revising system from 2024,negative,-1 Sri Lanka' shares down in mid day trade,3/13/2023,Markets,"""Market went up from 8,900 to 9,700 solely on the IMF being finalized, with this the market is bound to come down."" ","Sri Lanka' shares down in mid day trade ""Market went up from 8,900 to 9,700 solely on the IMF being finalized, with this the market is bound to come down."" ",negative,-1 Health minister says Sri Lankans not taking COVID-19 seriously enough,3/19/2020,Health,"The Sri Lankan people don’t appear to be taking the COVID-19 public health crisis seriously enough, Health Minister Pa...","Health minister says Sri Lankans not taking COVID-19 seriously enough The Sri Lankan people don’t appear to be taking the COVID-19 public health crisis seriously enough, Health Minister Pa...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's rupee depreciation and economic crises; the deficit lie,10/23/2023,Bellwether,"Deficits do not rise much in the year that a currency crisis is triggered, but in the stabilization year","Sri Lanka's rupee depreciation and economic crises; the deficit lie Deficits do not rise much in the year that a currency crisis is triggered, but in the stabilization year",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's school dropouts rising after economic crisis-survey ,10/15/2022,Economic Crisis,Children in Sri Lanka forced to leave school due to economic crisis ,Sri Lanka's school dropouts rising after economic crisis-survey  Children in Sri Lanka forced to leave school due to economic crisis ,negative,-1 Arjuna Nanayakkara to head London Stock Exchange tech centre in Sri Lanka,7/21/2020,ICT,London Stock Exchange Group said it had appointed Arjuna Nanayakkara who has a background in information technology and ...,Arjuna Nanayakkara to head London Stock Exchange tech centre in Sri Lanka London Stock Exchange Group said it had appointed Arjuna Nanayakkara who has a background in information technology and ...,positive,1 90 pct of military-held land in Sri Lanka's east already returned: official,1/24/2024,Politics,"""The forces have only 7,379 acres under their control now.""","90 pct of military-held land in Sri Lanka's east already returned: official ""The forces have only 7,379 acres under their control now.""",negative,-1 World Bank help to restructure US$800mn debt in Sri Lanka water sector,5/20/2024,Government services,Access to credit enhancement schemes that will make new water projects transparent and affordable,World Bank help to restructure US$800mn debt in Sri Lanka water sector Access to credit enhancement schemes that will make new water projects transparent and affordable,positive,1 Sri Lanka to open parliamentary probe on Easter blast failure,5/25/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka will open a parliamentary select committee probe into Easter suicide attacks which happened despite a prior wa...,Sri Lanka to open parliamentary probe on Easter blast failure Sri Lanka will open a parliamentary select committee probe into Easter suicide attacks which happened despite a prior wa...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Freedom Party to back Gotabaya, President Sirisena to step down as leader",10/9/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka Freedom Party will support Gotabaya Rajapaksa for the candidacy and President Maithripala Sirisena will step d...,"Sri Lanka Freedom Party to back Gotabaya, President Sirisena to step down as leader Sri Lanka Freedom Party will support Gotabaya Rajapaksa for the candidacy and President Maithripala Sirisena will step d...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka to import some agro-chemicals amid protests, crop devastation concerns",10/27/2021,Economy,"In relation to weedicide and pesticide, the secretary to the agriculture ministry would take decisions","Sri Lanka to import some agro-chemicals amid protests, crop devastation concerns In relation to weedicide and pesticide, the secretary to the agriculture ministry would take decisions",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka IMF commitments: CB says ""good progress"" made on quantitative targets",8/25/2023,Economy,"“I think the government has made good progress in terms of quantitative targets,"" he said.","Sri Lanka IMF commitments: CB says ""good progress"" made on quantitative targets “I think the government has made good progress in terms of quantitative targets,"" he said.",positive,1 Sri Lanka's Colombo Dockyard returns to losses in Dec on forex transactions,3/2/2020,Business,"Colombo Dockyard Plc, a Sri Lankan shipbuilding unit of Japan's Onomichi Dockyard, reported a 90.98 million rupee loss f...","Sri Lanka's Colombo Dockyard returns to losses in Dec on forex transactions Colombo Dockyard Plc, a Sri Lankan shipbuilding unit of Japan's Onomichi Dockyard, reported a 90.98 million rupee loss f...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Nawaloka Hospital gets court order to stop asset sale,3/1/2024,Banking,Court of Appeal issues interim order preventing Hatton National Bank PLC from auctioning the property,Sri Lanka Nawaloka Hospital gets court order to stop asset sale Court of Appeal issues interim order preventing Hatton National Bank PLC from auctioning the property,negative,-1 Sri Lanka GDP growth 1.6-pct in 2019 second quarter,9/19/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's gross domestic product expanded 1.6 percent in the second quarter, from a year earlier, in the wake of a cur...","Sri Lanka GDP growth 1.6-pct in 2019 second quarter Sri Lanka's gross domestic product expanded 1.6 percent in the second quarter, from a year earlier, in the wake of a cur...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka's central bank needs accountability and restraint, not independence: Bellwether",6/1/2022,Bellwether,The absolute discretion to print money through flexible inflation targeting cum output gap targeting has to be blocked,"Sri Lanka's central bank needs accountability and restraint, not independence: Bellwether The absolute discretion to print money through flexible inflation targeting cum output gap targeting has to be blocked",negative,-1 Sri Lanka condemns drone attack on UAE,1/18/2022,International news,The attack was on a fuel facility.,Sri Lanka condemns drone attack on UAE The attack was on a fuel facility.,negative,-1 Basil qualified to run for president if GR doesn't seek re-election: SLPP MP,3/12/2021,Politics,Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) architect Basil Rajapaksa is the most qualified to run for president in the event Pre...,Basil qualified to run for president if GR doesn't seek re-election: SLPP MP Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) architect Basil Rajapaksa is the most qualified to run for president in the event Pre...,positive,1 Sri Lanka calls snap elections on Jan 05,11/9/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has called snap general elections on January 05, after issuing a notice disso...","Sri Lanka calls snap elections on Jan 05 Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has called snap general elections on January 05, after issuing a notice disso...",negative,-1 'Humbled' Modi suffers defeats ahead of 2019 India polls,12/12/2018,South Asia,"New Delhi, India | AFP | India's ruling party suffered stinging election defeats in at least two stronghold states, resu...","'Humbled' Modi suffers defeats ahead of 2019 India polls New Delhi, India | AFP | India's ruling party suffered stinging election defeats in at least two stronghold states, resu...",negative,-1 Four more COVID 19 cases detected - all associates of Beruwela patient,4/13/2020,Health,Four people who had closely associated with the COVID 19 patient detected in Beruwela have tested positive for the virus...,Four more COVID 19 cases detected - all associates of Beruwela patient Four people who had closely associated with the COVID 19 patient detected in Beruwela have tested positive for the virus...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to sell Sri Lanka Insurance, SriLankan, Hilton, SLT: President",11/14/2022,Economy,Proceeds to be used for boost foreign reserves,"Sri Lanka to sell Sri Lanka Insurance, SriLankan, Hilton, SLT: President Proceeds to be used for boost foreign reserves",negative,-1 Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of up to 3 hours for July 17 and July 18,7/17/2022,Energy,.,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of up to 3 hours for July 17 and July 18 .,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Trade Minister threatens egg farmers amid import controls on maize,11/10/2023,Economy,Minister wants egg prices to come down further,Sri Lanka Trade Minister threatens egg farmers amid import controls on maize Minister wants egg prices to come down further,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka social media blackouts, protectionism hurt young female entrepreneurs: IPS",3/5/2020,Business,"Social media blackouts and protectionism hurt women-led micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) which rely on ...","Sri Lanka social media blackouts, protectionism hurt young female entrepreneurs: IPS Social media blackouts and protectionism hurt women-led micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) which rely on ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka detain nearly 100 in anti-Islamist swoops,5/27/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's military has detained nearly 100 suspects during four days of search operations against remnants of an Islam...,Sri Lanka detain nearly 100 in anti-Islamist swoops Sri Lanka's military has detained nearly 100 suspects during four days of search operations against remnants of an Islam...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee at 320.75/321.00 to the US dollar,8/14/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee is at 320.75/321.00 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee at 320.75/321.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee is at 320.75/321.00 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.",negative,-1 "Tokyo stocks open higher on Wall St gain, lower yen",1/17/2019,International news,"Tokyo, Japan | AFP | Thursday - Tokyo stocks opened higher on Thursday with investor sentiment buoyed by gains on Wall S...","Tokyo stocks open higher on Wall St gain, lower yen Tokyo, Japan | AFP | Thursday - Tokyo stocks opened higher on Thursday with investor sentiment buoyed by gains on Wall S...",positive,1 Udayanga Weeratunga arrested after being extradited,2/14/2020,Law and Order,Udayanga Weeratunga the former Sri Lankan Ambassador to Russia was extradited this morning to Sri Lanka from Dubai and w...,Udayanga Weeratunga arrested after being extradited Udayanga Weeratunga the former Sri Lankan Ambassador to Russia was extradited this morning to Sri Lanka from Dubai and w...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka economic growth 3.5-pct in first quarter 2019: Mangala,6/18/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's economic growth has accelerated to 3.5 percent of gross domestic product in the first quarter of 2019, from ...","Sri Lanka economic growth 3.5-pct in first quarter 2019: Mangala Sri Lanka's economic growth has accelerated to 3.5 percent of gross domestic product in the first quarter of 2019, from ...",positive,1 Sri Lanka kerosene price hike: FinMin to identify recipients of cash transfer proposed by president,8/22/2022,Economy,Kerosene was out of stock in the market as Sri Lanka’s sole oil refinery that produced kerosene remained shut.,Sri Lanka kerosene price hike: FinMin to identify recipients of cash transfer proposed by president Kerosene was out of stock in the market as Sri Lanka’s sole oil refinery that produced kerosene remained shut.,negative,-1 Sri Lank PM forecasts lending rates at 10-pct by end July,7/15/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has said that lending rates will fall to 10 percent by end July 2019, an...","Sri Lank PM forecasts lending rates at 10-pct by end July Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has said that lending rates will fall to 10 percent by end July 2019, an...",negative,-1 "Dinesh conveys ""strong objections"" over Shavendra ban to US Ambassador",2/16/2020,International Relations,Foreign Relations Minister Dinesh Gunawardena on Sunday formally conveyed to the US Ambassador Alaina Teplitz Sri Lankaâ...,"Dinesh conveys ""strong objections"" over Shavendra ban to US Ambassador Foreign Relations Minister Dinesh Gunawardena on Sunday formally conveyed to the US Ambassador Alaina Teplitz Sri Lankaâ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's CEB revenue Rs35.6bn in Nov, costs to rise in New Year: Minister",12/29/2022,Energy,CEB would need liquid fuel of Rs35bn before coal in January,"Sri Lanka's CEB revenue Rs35.6bn in Nov, costs to rise in New Year: Minister CEB would need liquid fuel of Rs35bn before coal in January",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to promote aviation sector jobs among school students,12/14/2023,Aviation,"Civil Aviation Authority, SLBC and SriLankan Airlines to promote aviation sector jobs among school children","Sri Lanka to promote aviation sector jobs among school students Civil Aviation Authority, SLBC and SriLankan Airlines to promote aviation sector jobs among school children",positive,1 Trade hopes lift Asia markets but investors eye deadline,12/6/2019,International news,"Optimism over the China-US trade talks kept Asian markets buoyant on Friday, with investors betting the two will eventua...","Trade hopes lift Asia markets but investors eye deadline Optimism over the China-US trade talks kept Asian markets buoyant on Friday, with investors betting the two will eventua...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka seeks ""genuine support"" of UNHRC amid calls to address economic crimes",9/14/2022,Human Rights,"Sri Lanka's human rights, economic crisis situation focused at the UNHRC in Geneva","Sri Lanka seeks ""genuine support"" of UNHRC amid calls to address economic crimes Sri Lanka's human rights, economic crisis situation focused at the UNHRC in Geneva",negative,-1 "SriLankan Airlines asked to fly to Paris, Frankfurt: Report",1/22/2020,Aviation,"Sri Lanka's Tourism and Aviation Ministry has requested the national carrier to resume flights to Paris and Frankfurt, m...","SriLankan Airlines asked to fly to Paris, Frankfurt: Report Sri Lanka's Tourism and Aviation Ministry has requested the national carrier to resume flights to Paris and Frankfurt, m...",negative,-1 "AG hands over extradition papers for Mahendran to MFA, Defense",9/2/2019,Uncategorized,The legal papers necessary to facilitate the extradition of former Central Bank Governor Arjuna Mahendran from Singapore...,"AG hands over extradition papers for Mahendran to MFA, Defense The legal papers necessary to facilitate the extradition of former Central Bank Governor Arjuna Mahendran from Singapore...",negative,-1 Little change in support for Sri Lanka's political parties in October: survey,11/23/2023,Politics,The NPP had enjoyed support from 42 percent of likely voters in September.,Little change in support for Sri Lanka's political parties in October: survey The NPP had enjoyed support from 42 percent of likely voters in September.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to give Rs20bn in SME loans with ADB support,2/27/2024,Banking,20 billion rupee loans scheme for small and medium enterprises hit by an economic crisis,Sri Lanka to give Rs20bn in SME loans with ADB support 20 billion rupee loans scheme for small and medium enterprises hit by an economic crisis,negative,-1 Thousands rally in Sri Lanka capital after punch-up in parliament,11/15/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's political crisis descended into farce Thursday with MPs throwing punches and projectiles in parliament, a da...","Thousands rally in Sri Lanka capital after punch-up in parliament Sri Lanka's political crisis descended into farce Thursday with MPs throwing punches and projectiles in parliament, a da...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks close 0.7-pct higher,5/28/2021,Markets,Stocks up for third straight day,Sri Lanka stocks close 0.7-pct higher Stocks up for third straight day,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's bilateral aid not at risk: Amunugama,11/12/2018,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT- Foreign governments have not withdrawn grants, project loans and economic programmes with Sri Lanka, said S...","Sri Lanka's bilateral aid not at risk: Amunugama ECONOMYNEXT- Foreign governments have not withdrawn grants, project loans and economic programmes with Sri Lanka, said S...",positive,1 Sri Lanka to put ceilings on exporter dollar deposit rates,8/19/2021,Economy,To reduce incentive to hold dollars,Sri Lanka to put ceilings on exporter dollar deposit rates To reduce incentive to hold dollars,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka sells Rs110bn in T-bill auction, yields fall across maturities",6/21/2023,Bonds & Forex,six months and one year yields fell more than 100 basis points,"Sri Lanka sells Rs110bn in T-bill auction, yields fall across maturities six months and one year yields fell more than 100 basis points",negative,-1 Sri Lanka pegs in both directions in March amid 'float',5/9/2022,Economy,Foreign exchange shortages and currency depreciation is a problem associated with soft-pegged exchange rates ,Sri Lanka pegs in both directions in March amid 'float' Foreign exchange shortages and currency depreciation is a problem associated with soft-pegged exchange rates ,negative,-1 India Air Force relieves Sri Lanka farmers hit by fertilizer ban,11/4/2021,Agriculture,IAF Globmasters land at 0400h,India Air Force relieves Sri Lanka farmers hit by fertilizer ban IAF Globmasters land at 0400h,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's consumption could have recovered with smaller stimulus: economist,2/20/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka could have achieved a revival in consumer demand with a smaller stimulus, as the country tends to go through a...","Sri Lanka's consumption could have recovered with smaller stimulus: economist Sri Lanka could have achieved a revival in consumer demand with a smaller stimulus, as the country tends to go through a...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka sells Rs81bn in Treasuries, yields steady",9/28/2022,Bonds & Forex,6 and 12 month yield on tap,"Sri Lanka sells Rs81bn in Treasuries, yields steady 6 and 12 month yield on tap",positive,1 Sri Lanka destroys seized cigarettes which could have cost Rs13bn in taxes,6/15/2023,Corruption,"A stock of 204 million cigarettes, valued at 15 billion rupees, was destroyed at a storage yard in Kerawalapitiya","Sri Lanka destroys seized cigarettes which could have cost Rs13bn in taxes A stock of 204 million cigarettes, valued at 15 billion rupees, was destroyed at a storage yard in Kerawalapitiya",negative,-1 Paper shortages force schools in Sri Lanka's western province to postpone exams,3/19/2022,Education,"Final term tests for grades 9, 10 and 11 would therefore have to be postponed to the next school term.","Paper shortages force schools in Sri Lanka's western province to postpone exams Final term tests for grades 9, 10 and 11 would therefore have to be postponed to the next school term.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's Singer Finance March net up 20-pct on leasing, loan book expansion",5/10/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Profits at Sri Lanka Singer Finance grew 20 percent from a year earlier to 153 million rupees in th...,"Sri Lanka's Singer Finance March net up 20-pct on leasing, loan book expansion ECONOMYNEXT – Profits at Sri Lanka Singer Finance grew 20 percent from a year earlier to 153 million rupees in th...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to boost chili farming with disease resistant varieties,4/10/2023,Agriculture,"Our objective for 2023 is to fulfill 20 percent of the requirement of 55,000 kilos","Sri Lanka to boost chili farming with disease resistant varieties Our objective for 2023 is to fulfill 20 percent of the requirement of 55,000 kilos",positive,1 Sri Lanka's external debt restructure 'progress' decision by IMF exec board,9/28/2023,Economy,It is the executive board's decision at the end of whether and when the IMF will be able to move ahead.,Sri Lanka's external debt restructure 'progress' decision by IMF exec board It is the executive board's decision at the end of whether and when the IMF will be able to move ahead.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka imports at US$1.7bn in April, trade deficit 889mn amid credit recovery",6/18/2021,Economy,Economic activity slows in April after surge in March,"Sri Lanka imports at US$1.7bn in April, trade deficit 889mn amid credit recovery Economic activity slows in April after surge in March",negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond yields edge down; guidance peg strengthens,8/3/2022,Bonds & Forex,Analysts said the President policy statement was a sentiment booster in the market.,Sri Lanka bond yields edge down; guidance peg strengthens Analysts said the President policy statement was a sentiment booster in the market.,negative,-1 SLFP wants Sirisena to contest for President,6/6/2019,Politics,Sri Lanka Freedom Party Members of Parliament want President Maithripala Sirisena to contest the forthcoming Presidentia...,SLFP wants Sirisena to contest for President Sri Lanka Freedom Party Members of Parliament want President Maithripala Sirisena to contest the forthcoming Presidentia...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,2/17/2023,Markets,The market generated a revenue of 669 million rupees.,Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade The market generated a revenue of 669 million rupees.,positive,1 Milford Ceylon buys stake in Sri Lanka's Softlogic Life from DEG,1/16/2020,Finance,Leapfrog Investments a US-based private equity firm has doubled its holding in Sri Lanka's Softlogic Life Insurance to ...,Milford Ceylon buys stake in Sri Lanka's Softlogic Life from DEG Leapfrog Investments a US-based private equity firm has doubled its holding in Sri Lanka's Softlogic Life Insurance to ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to probe ragging suicides as thousands drop out of university,1/19/2020,General Services,"Sri Lanka as appointed a committee to probe over 2,000 victims of ragging, a type of extreme physical, mental and sexual...","Sri Lanka to probe ragging suicides as thousands drop out of university Sri Lanka as appointed a committee to probe over 2,000 victims of ragging, a type of extreme physical, mental and sexual...",negative,-1 Experimental virus drug remdesivir effective in monkeys: study,4/18/2020,Health,The experimental antiviral drug remdesivir has proven effective against COVID-19 in a small experiment involving monkeys...,Experimental virus drug remdesivir effective in monkeys: study The experimental antiviral drug remdesivir has proven effective against COVID-19 in a small experiment involving monkeys...,positive,1 Rough seas during thundershowers; naval and fishing communities warned,8/2/2019,Weather and Climate,"The seas extending from Puttalam to Mullaitivu via Kankasanturai will be rough at times today, the Department of Meteoro...","Rough seas during thundershowers; naval and fishing communities warned The seas extending from Puttalam to Mullaitivu via Kankasanturai will be rough at times today, the Department of Meteoro...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka lifts travel restriction from UK, tourists also allowed",2/17/2021,Business,"Sri Lanka has lifted a restriction for travellers originating from the United Kingdom subject to 14 day quarantine, the ...","Sri Lanka lifts travel restriction from UK, tourists also allowed Sri Lanka has lifted a restriction for travellers originating from the United Kingdom subject to 14 day quarantine, the ...",positive,1 Alarm over Sri Lanka reinstating major accused of journalist murder,5/16/2019,Political News,An international rights group Thursday expressed alarm over the Sri Lanka army's decision to reinstate an intelligence o...,Alarm over Sri Lanka reinstating major accused of journalist murder An international rights group Thursday expressed alarm over the Sri Lanka army's decision to reinstate an intelligence o...,negative,-1 Windforce to build Sri Lanka's first ramp-rate controlled solar power plant,8/18/2023,Energy,A 12MWh battery system will protect the grid from ramping,Windforce to build Sri Lanka's first ramp-rate controlled solar power plant A 12MWh battery system will protect the grid from ramping,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka extends visas of tourists, foreigners till June 11 over Covid-19",5/10/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka has extended visas of all foreign tourists and resident foreigners until June 11, the island's immigration off...","Sri Lanka extends visas of tourists, foreigners till June 11 over Covid-19 Sri Lanka has extended visas of all foreign tourists and resident foreigners until June 11, the island's immigration off...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka gets 6000MW of renewable energy proposals as competitive bidding ends,10/23/2022,Energy,"About 1500MW could be added over 2 years, ","Sri Lanka gets 6000MW of renewable energy proposals as competitive bidding ends About 1500MW could be added over 2 years, ",positive,1 British and Saudi envoys meet President,11/26/2019,International Relations,British High Commissioner Sarah Hulton and Deputy Commissioner Tom Burn called on President Gotabaya Rajapaksa yesterday...,British and Saudi envoys meet President British High Commissioner Sarah Hulton and Deputy Commissioner Tom Burn called on President Gotabaya Rajapaksa yesterday...,positive,1 Sri Lanka mulls revisable water tariff formula,12/6/2023,General Services,It will be like the monthly fuel price formula,Sri Lanka mulls revisable water tariff formula It will be like the monthly fuel price formula,negative,-1 Sri Lanka allows e-documents in grama niladhari services,1/2/2024,General Services,This allows the use of electronic documents and reports when obtaining government services,Sri Lanka allows e-documents in grama niladhari services This allows the use of electronic documents and reports when obtaining government services,positive,1 Sri Lanka schools not teaching children actual history: Minister,7/11/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's schools are not teaching correct history, a government minister said giving credence a growing awareness tha...","Sri Lanka schools not teaching children actual history: Minister Sri Lanka's schools are not teaching correct history, a government minister said giving credence a growing awareness tha...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stocks close down, over budget concerns",10/5/2023,Commodities,"Uncertainties around the IMF and also the upcoming budget, whether there could be more taxes.","Sri Lanka stocks close down, over budget concerns Uncertainties around the IMF and also the upcoming budget, whether there could be more taxes.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka opposition leader proposes dollar-earning sectors be taxed less,10/26/2022,Economy,"""Do not increase taxes for IT, or for tourism,"" said Premadasa.","Sri Lanka opposition leader proposes dollar-earning sectors be taxed less ""Do not increase taxes for IT, or for tourism,"" said Premadasa.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka misses IMF fiscal target with 'flexible exchange rate'; new deal on way,9/25/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka has missed targets in a deal with the International Monetary Fund as it operated controversial 'flexible excha...,Sri Lanka misses IMF fiscal target with 'flexible exchange rate'; new deal on way Sri Lanka has missed targets in a deal with the International Monetary Fund as it operated controversial 'flexible excha...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka revises quarantine measures for citizens, dual citizens arriving from India",8/12/2021,Health,The directive is in effect from 12am Thursday (12).,"Sri Lanka revises quarantine measures for citizens, dual citizens arriving from India The directive is in effect from 12am Thursday (12).",positive,1 "Sri Lanka ad hoc peg closes at Rs306.50/307.00 to dollar, kerb at Rs308/310",5/19/2023,Bonds & Forex,Over the week the rupee has been allowed to strengthen from 313.10/40 to the US dollar last Friday.,"Sri Lanka ad hoc peg closes at Rs306.50/307.00 to dollar, kerb at Rs308/310 Over the week the rupee has been allowed to strengthen from 313.10/40 to the US dollar last Friday.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka SEC charges stock brokers over market manipulation,8/20/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission had taken four stock brokers to court for manipulating shares of Radiant ...,Sri Lanka SEC charges stock brokers over market manipulation Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission had taken four stock brokers to court for manipulating shares of Radiant ...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, bond yields unchanged",3/2/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted 182.05/10 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields remained unchan...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, bond yields unchanged Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted 182.05/10 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields remained unchan...",negative,-1 Government agreeable to allow FR cases against the President – Prof Peiris,10/19/2020,Constitutional Amendments,Education Minister Prof G.L. Peiris says that the government is ready to bring in a clause to the 20th amendment at the ...,Government agreeable to allow FR cases against the President – Prof Peiris Education Minister Prof G.L. Peiris says that the government is ready to bring in a clause to the 20th amendment at the ...,positive,1 Sri Lanka starts releasing postal votes in 2020 elections,8/6/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka's elections commission has started releasing postal votes in the 2020 general elections.,Sri Lanka starts releasing postal votes in 2020 elections Sri Lanka's elections commission has started releasing postal votes in the 2020 general elections.,negative,-1 Foreign investors resume purchases of Sri Lanka rupee bonds,1/26/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Foreign investor have bought 4.7 billion rupees of bonds on a net basis in the week ending January 23, halting a months ...","Foreign investors resume purchases of Sri Lanka rupee bonds Foreign investor have bought 4.7 billion rupees of bonds on a net basis in the week ending January 23, halting a months ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka parliament approves retrospective surcharge tax,4/7/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka is facing its worts financial crisis since the 1948 independence ,Sri Lanka parliament approves retrospective surcharge tax Sri Lanka is facing its worts financial crisis since the 1948 independence ,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to have single policy rate, OMO auction schedule : CB Governor",1/10/2024,Economy,Sri Lanka will reduce monetary policy meeting to six this year from the current eight,"Sri Lanka to have single policy rate, OMO auction schedule : CB Governor Sri Lanka will reduce monetary policy meeting to six this year from the current eight",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's NPP on 39 pct of all adults, ahead of SJB, SLPP in December: poll",1/29/2024,Politics,Support for the SJB was at 27 percent in December while support for the SLPP was at 10 percent that month.,"Sri Lanka's NPP on 39 pct of all adults, ahead of SJB, SLPP in December: poll Support for the SJB was at 27 percent in December while support for the SLPP was at 10 percent that month.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee closes at 320.20/40 to the US dollar,1/19/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 320.20/40 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 320.20/40 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 320.20/40 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady.",positive,1 Sri Lanka clears draft law for special GST,1/5/2022,Economy,"Special GST will be on liquor, cigarettes, telecommunications, betting and gaming and vehicles, ","Sri Lanka clears draft law for special GST Special GST will be on liquor, cigarettes, telecommunications, betting and gaming and vehicles, ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's CEB 'AA+(lka)' rating confirmed with negative outlook,11/20/2020,Energy,Fitch Ratings has confirmed an 'AA+' state-run Ceylon Electricity Board with a negative outlook which is the same as th...,Sri Lanka's CEB 'AA+(lka)' rating confirmed with negative outlook Fitch Ratings has confirmed an 'AA+' state-run Ceylon Electricity Board with a negative outlook which is the same as th...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker at 199.50/200.00 against one week dollar,3/23/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 199.50/200.00 to the one week US dollar on Tuesday while yields are up in dull mark...,Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker at 199.50/200.00 against one week dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 199.50/200.00 to the one week US dollar on Tuesday while yields are up in dull mark...,negative,-1 India foreign minister S Jaishankar in Sri Lanka for talks amid monetary crisis,3/28/2022,Economy,Look forward to my discussions over the next two days,India foreign minister S Jaishankar in Sri Lanka for talks amid monetary crisis Look forward to my discussions over the next two days,positive,1 Sri Lanka Pres appoints local panel to probe Channel 4 claim amid foreign inquiry demand,9/15/2023,Defence,Alleged involvement of Sri Lankan intelligence operatives have already been reported to local courts,Sri Lanka Pres appoints local panel to probe Channel 4 claim amid foreign inquiry demand Alleged involvement of Sri Lankan intelligence operatives have already been reported to local courts,negative,-1 Sri Lanka ruling party MP Rohitha Abeygunawardena appointed COPE chair,3/7/2024,Politics,SLPP MP Ranjith Bandara previously held the COPE chairmanship.,Sri Lanka ruling party MP Rohitha Abeygunawardena appointed COPE chair SLPP MP Ranjith Bandara previously held the COPE chairmanship.,positive,1 136 visa overstayers busted,1/7/2020,Crime,"In an islandwide search operation that began Sunday night, the police arrested 136 foreign nationals for overstaying the...","136 visa overstayers busted In an islandwide search operation that began Sunday night, the police arrested 136 foreign nationals for overstaying the...",negative,-1 Abduction of 11 youths: AG not bound by advice from Presidential Commission,1/28/2020,Law and Order,The Attorney General is saying that he is not bound by instructions issued to him by a Presidential Commissions of Inqui...,Abduction of 11 youths: AG not bound by advice from Presidential Commission The Attorney General is saying that he is not bound by instructions issued to him by a Presidential Commissions of Inqui...,negative,-1 COPE probing corruption at Sri Lanka Cricket,9/4/2019,Uncategorized,"SLC Charity paid official more than what was spent on ""good works."" Rs 50 million spent on ""Cricket Campus"" but no work ...","COPE probing corruption at Sri Lanka Cricket SLC Charity paid official more than what was spent on ""good works."" Rs 50 million spent on ""Cricket Campus"" but no work ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka finds 510 new Coronavirus cases, Covid-19 deaths go to 35, public cautioned",11/9/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has found 510 Coronavirus cases and another person died taking total Covid-19 deaths to 35, official data show...","Sri Lanka finds 510 new Coronavirus cases, Covid-19 deaths go to 35, public cautioned Sri Lanka has found 510 Coronavirus cases and another person died taking total Covid-19 deaths to 35, official data show...",negative,-1 Sri Lankan Engineering begins to maintain Cebu Pacific aircraft,6/20/2023,Aviation,Demand for its MRO services has also resulted in an increasing dollar revenue for Sri Lankan Engineering,Sri Lankan Engineering begins to maintain Cebu Pacific aircraft Demand for its MRO services has also resulted in an increasing dollar revenue for Sri Lankan Engineering,positive,1 Ad-hoc decisions regarding Covid vaccination plan jeopardizes pandemic control,2/23/2021,Health,"The College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka (CCPSL), is expressing “grave concern” about the non-adherence of t...","Ad-hoc decisions regarding Covid vaccination plan jeopardizes pandemic control The College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka (CCPSL), is expressing “grave concern” about the non-adherence of t...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka government approval rating 3-pct, economic confidence minus: poll",7/1/2022,Economy,Satisfaction 2-pct,"Sri Lanka government approval rating 3-pct, economic confidence minus: poll Satisfaction 2-pct",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to get Euro 75mn French finance to boost sewerage in coastal suburbs,2/19/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka is getting 75 million Euros (15 billion rupees) from France for a major expansion of sewerage system in Ratmal...,Sri Lanka to get Euro 75mn French finance to boost sewerage in coastal suburbs Sri Lanka is getting 75 million Euros (15 billion rupees) from France for a major expansion of sewerage system in Ratmal...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks end down despite minister's comments on local debt restructuring,11/17/2022,Markets,Investors wait for direction on local debt restructuring and IMF deal,Sri Lanka stocks end down despite minister's comments on local debt restructuring Investors wait for direction on local debt restructuring and IMF deal,negative,-1 Sri Lanka eying 10-year Samurai bond sale in 2019,7/11/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is eying a 10-year Samurai bond to raise funds for debt management, after parliament gave the go ahead to rais...","Sri Lanka eying 10-year Samurai bond sale in 2019 Sri Lanka is eying a 10-year Samurai bond to raise funds for debt management, after parliament gave the go ahead to rais...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka opposition not scuttling 22A, govt must get house in order: Sajith",10/6/2022,Politics,"""He can say 'prime minster, I need this' and can keep as many ministries as desired.""","Sri Lanka opposition not scuttling 22A, govt must get house in order: Sajith ""He can say 'prime minster, I need this' and can keep as many ministries as desired.""",negative,-1 Three dead in landslide as heavy rains continue,12/5/2019,Weather and Climate,"Three people are dead and four others injured in a landslide in Nuwara Eliya, after heavy rains continued in many parts ...","Three dead in landslide as heavy rains continue Three people are dead and four others injured in a landslide in Nuwara Eliya, after heavy rains continued in many parts ...",negative,-1 Eleven new Covid patients diagnosed - NOCPOC,9/30/2020,Health,"Eleven new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (30), the National Operations Centre for Preve...","Eleven new Covid patients diagnosed - NOCPOC Eleven new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (30), the National Operations Centre for Preve...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's Brandix says followed health protocols, revisiting processes",10/12/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's Brandix apparel group said it followed state health protocols but is also reviewing process to face new cond...,"Sri Lanka's Brandix says followed health protocols, revisiting processes Sri Lanka's Brandix apparel group said it followed state health protocols but is also reviewing process to face new cond...",negative,-1 Some SLFP members would be useful for UNP – MP Marikkar,7/23/2019,Politics,UNP Parliamentarian S.M Marikkar says he believes that if there are members of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) capabl...,Some SLFP members would be useful for UNP – MP Marikkar UNP Parliamentarian S.M Marikkar says he believes that if there are members of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) capabl...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Combank stock slides after capital call,5/29/2024,Banking,The bank made a capital call from shareholders of 22 billion rupees,Sri Lanka's Combank stock slides after capital call The bank made a capital call from shareholders of 22 billion rupees,negative,-1 Confusion over Sri Lanka's latest COVID-19 curfew update,5/4/2020,Health,"There appears to be some confusion regarding the COVID-19 curfew in Colombo and other districts, as an unexpectedly high...","Confusion over Sri Lanka's latest COVID-19 curfew update There appears to be some confusion regarding the COVID-19 curfew in Colombo and other districts, as an unexpectedly high...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka central bank monetary decision making process under fire,5/30/2022,Economy,"Tradition in MB is to reach decisions by consensus. If one member disapproves, it isn’t carried","Sri Lanka central bank monetary decision making process under fire Tradition in MB is to reach decisions by consensus. If one member disapproves, it isn’t carried",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Prime Residencies raises Rs1.95bn from IPO,5/13/2021,Markets,Prime Group has been in the real estate industry for over 25 years.,Sri Lanka's Prime Residencies raises Rs1.95bn from IPO Prime Group has been in the real estate industry for over 25 years.,positive,1 Sri Lanka's Litro launches new gas app feature; orders payable in dollars,9/2/2022,Energy,"The feature will be added to Litro’s home delivery app, which was launched in August 2020, Pieris said.","Sri Lanka's Litro launches new gas app feature; orders payable in dollars The feature will be added to Litro’s home delivery app, which was launched in August 2020, Pieris said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka arrests four military personnel in connection with rehab centre death,7/3/2022,Crime,The death resulted in a mass breakout of over 700 prisoners from the rehab centre ,Sri Lanka arrests four military personnel in connection with rehab centre death The death resulted in a mass breakout of over 700 prisoners from the rehab centre ,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka closes schools, isolates GN divisions as COVID19 surges",4/26/2021,Health,"As COVID-19 cases surge, Sri Lanka closes all schools in the Western and North Central provinces and isolate 10 Grama Ni...","Sri Lanka closes schools, isolates GN divisions as COVID19 surges As COVID-19 cases surge, Sri Lanka closes all schools in the Western and North Central provinces and isolate 10 Grama Ni...",negative,-1 Total reported in Sri Lanka goes to 760 patients as 9 new diagnosed,5/5/2020,Health,The number of COVID 19 patients since the outbreak rose to 760 this evening as nine new patients were diagnosed today th...,Total reported in Sri Lanka goes to 760 patients as 9 new diagnosed The number of COVID 19 patients since the outbreak rose to 760 this evening as nine new patients were diagnosed today th...,negative,-1 Sumanthiran files a petition to Supreme Court,8/21/2019,Politics,Tamil National Alliance (TNA) parliamentarian M.A. Sumanthiran has filed a petition asking the Supreme Court to interven...,Sumanthiran files a petition to Supreme Court Tamil National Alliance (TNA) parliamentarian M.A. Sumanthiran has filed a petition asking the Supreme Court to interven...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka violence kills 08, 102 properties damaged",5/10/2022,Political News,Violent mobs attacked a property during the nigh of May 09 despite a curfew being imposed,"Sri Lanka violence kills 08, 102 properties damaged Violent mobs attacked a property during the nigh of May 09 despite a curfew being imposed",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Litro cuts LP gas price amid rupee appreciation,5/3/2024,Energy,"The price of a 12.5 kilogram cylinder would be cut to 3,940 rupees from 4,115 rupees by 175 rupees","Sri Lanka's Litro cuts LP gas price amid rupee appreciation The price of a 12.5 kilogram cylinder would be cut to 3,940 rupees from 4,115 rupees by 175 rupees",negative,-1 Sri Lanka central bank explains 25-pct repatriation and 12.5-pct surrender requirement,2/24/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank has said a 25 percent dollar repatriation requirement for exporter earnings and a surrender req...,Sri Lanka central bank explains 25-pct repatriation and 12.5-pct surrender requirement Sri Lanka's central bank has said a 25 percent dollar repatriation requirement for exporter earnings and a surrender req...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks plunge 6.6-pct at open,4/25/2022,Markets,Trading to resume at 11.01 am,Sri Lanka stocks plunge 6.6-pct at open Trading to resume at 11.01 am,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka agriculture minister talks up, rice paddy price",8/24/2023,Agriculture,There will be no rice crisis. There is as problem with prices,"Sri Lanka agriculture minister talks up, rice paddy price There will be no rice crisis. There is as problem with prices",positive,1 Sri Lanka to slash customs inspections after blocking identity theft,4/18/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka Customs will halve the number of physical inspections at the border but all importers, exporters, forwarding a...","Sri Lanka to slash customs inspections after blocking identity theft Sri Lanka Customs will halve the number of physical inspections at the border but all importers, exporters, forwarding a...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks steady in mid market trade,12/9/2022,Markets,Sri Lanka's shares steady in mid market trade on Friday (09) after gaining for seven straight sessions. ,Sri Lanka stocks steady in mid market trade Sri Lanka's shares steady in mid market trade on Friday (09) after gaining for seven straight sessions. ,positive,1 Sri Lanka forex situation eased in December and January: CB Governor,1/26/2023,Economy,The central bank bought 103 million dollars in December than it sold back,Sri Lanka forex situation eased in December and January: CB Governor The central bank bought 103 million dollars in December than it sold back,negative,-1 Zahran linked to three IS cases in India,6/14/2019,Uncategorized,"Indian newspaper The Hindu, quoting the National Investigation Agency (NIA), reports that Sri Lanka's Easter attack mast...","Zahran linked to three IS cases in India Indian newspaper The Hindu, quoting the National Investigation Agency (NIA), reports that Sri Lanka's Easter attack mast...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's shares gain on lowered interest rates,6/9/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index was up 0.58 percent or 51.05 points to 8,818.39","Sri Lanka's shares gain on lowered interest rates The main All Share Price Index was up 0.58 percent or 51.05 points to 8,818.39",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka cuts petrol to Rs318 a litre, kerosene to Rs245",5/31/2023,Energy,Lanka Industrial Kerosene will be cut by 60 rupees a litre to 270 rupees.,"Sri Lanka cuts petrol to Rs318 a litre, kerosene to Rs245 Lanka Industrial Kerosene will be cut by 60 rupees a litre to 270 rupees.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka central bank says ready for closer engagement with the IMF,3/26/2022,Economy,Views similar to the IMF Report have been expressed over the past several months by local and foreign commentators,Sri Lanka central bank says ready for closer engagement with the IMF Views similar to the IMF Report have been expressed over the past several months by local and foreign commentators,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee opens stable at 313.00/50 to the US dollar,2/9/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened steady at 313.00/50 to the US dollar Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee opens stable at 313.00/50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened steady at 313.00/50 to the US dollar Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths reach 330, 18-month baby dies from Covid-19",2/3/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka has reported seven new Coronavirus deaths with an 18-month old baby passing away, taking the total to 330, the...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths reach 330, 18-month baby dies from Covid-19 Sri Lanka has reported seven new Coronavirus deaths with an 18-month old baby passing away, taking the total to 330, the...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka manufacturing up, retail trade down in March 2023 : PMI",4/22/2023,Economy,Employment continued to decline,"Sri Lanka manufacturing up, retail trade down in March 2023 : PMI Employment continued to decline",negative,-1 NASA spaceship zooms toward farthest world ever photographed,12/31/2018,International news,"A NASA spaceship is zooming toward the farthest, and quite possibly the oldest, cosmic body ever photographed by humanki...","NASA spaceship zooms toward farthest world ever photographed A NASA spaceship is zooming toward the farthest, and quite possibly the oldest, cosmic body ever photographed by humanki...",positive,1 Sri Lanka shares slip in mid day trade following policy review meeting,11/24/2022,Economy,The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) fell by 1.31% or 107.22 points within the first hour of trade. ,Sri Lanka shares slip in mid day trade following policy review meeting The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) fell by 1.31% or 107.22 points within the first hour of trade. ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka forex reserves drop in July to US$8.34bn,8/10/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's gross official foreign reserves dropped 421 million US dollars during the month of July 2019 to end at 8,343...","Sri Lanka forex reserves drop in July to US$8.34bn Sri Lanka's gross official foreign reserves dropped 421 million US dollars during the month of July 2019 to end at 8,343...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka parliament passes DDR linked superannuation tax,9/7/2023,Economy,.,Sri Lanka parliament passes DDR linked superannuation tax .,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks recover with banking and finance sectors leading the way,3/29/2023,Markets,"(ASPI) closed up 0.42 percent or 39.03 points to 9,272.43.","Sri Lanka stocks recover with banking and finance sectors leading the way (ASPI) closed up 0.42 percent or 39.03 points to 9,272.43.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka chamber Outlook Report sees recovery in 2024,2/12/2024,Economy,Anticipated rebound depends on effective debt restructuring and the implementation of key structural reforms ,Sri Lanka chamber Outlook Report sees recovery in 2024 Anticipated rebound depends on effective debt restructuring and the implementation of key structural reforms ,positive,1 Mangala wants criminal charges filed against importers of waste,7/26/2019,Politics,Minister of Finance Mangala Samaraweera told Parliament today (26 July) that he wants all parties responsible for import...,Mangala wants criminal charges filed against importers of waste Minister of Finance Mangala Samaraweera told Parliament today (26 July) that he wants all parties responsible for import...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka President allows imports of electrical bikes,8/23/2022,Economy,Lithium batteries remain on the banned list,Sri Lanka President allows imports of electrical bikes Lithium batteries remain on the banned list,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Lakdhanavi 'AA+(lka)' rating confirmed with stable outlook,8/31/2021,Bonds & Forex,Material increase in counter party risk could pressure rating ,Sri Lanka's Lakdhanavi 'AA+(lka)' rating confirmed with stable outlook Material increase in counter party risk could pressure rating ,positive,1 Sri Lanka repatriates 320 stranded migrant workers from Oman,2/28/2021,International Relations, Sri Lanka's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said it repatriated 320 stranded migrant workers out of which more than 81 work...,Sri Lanka repatriates 320 stranded migrant workers from Oman Sri Lanka's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said it repatriated 320 stranded migrant workers out of which more than 81 work...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka begins seafood exports to Ukraine from Mattala,1/9/2021,Aviation,Sri Lanka has begun exporting seafood to Ukraine on a new route from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport to Kiev ope...,Sri Lanka begins seafood exports to Ukraine from Mattala Sri Lanka has begun exporting seafood to Ukraine on a new route from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport to Kiev ope...,positive,1 Sri Lanka exports fall in July after 28-month growth,9/26/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's exports fell 7 percent in July 2019 to 999 million US dollars from a year earlier, ending a 28-month growth ...","Sri Lanka exports fall in July after 28-month growth Sri Lanka's exports fell 7 percent in July 2019 to 999 million US dollars from a year earlier, ending a 28-month growth ...",negative,-1 "Indians visiting Sri Lanka advised to be cautious of fuel situation, currency convertibility",8/26/2022,Energy,"""Our endeavour is to prevent any untoward incident involving Indians outside India.""","Indians visiting Sri Lanka advised to be cautious of fuel situation, currency convertibility ""Our endeavour is to prevent any untoward incident involving Indians outside India.""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's central bank warns of forex trading scams,10/22/2019,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka's central bank has issued a warning on illegally forex trading scams operated by some companies where people ...,Sri Lanka's central bank warns of forex trading scams Sri Lanka's central bank has issued a warning on illegally forex trading scams operated by some companies where people ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka cabinet ministers give resignations to PM: Dinesh,4/3/2022,Politics,After discussing with the President the steps to be taken will be decided,Sri Lanka cabinet ministers give resignations to PM: Dinesh After discussing with the President the steps to be taken will be decided,negative,-1 "Why Sri Lanka cannot be a Vietnam, Coronavirus response: Bellwether",12/1/2020,Bellwether,"Sri Lanka was at one time talking about trying to be a Singapore, and then a Malaysia, and now it is talking about tryin...","Why Sri Lanka cannot be a Vietnam, Coronavirus response: Bellwether Sri Lanka was at one time talking about trying to be a Singapore, and then a Malaysia, and now it is talking about tryin...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's shares edge up at close,8/16/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 1.44 percent or 162.18 points to 11,386.40","Sri Lanka's shares edge up at close All Share Price Index was up 1.44 percent or 162.18 points to 11,386.40",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to set up land management firm for Port City,5/2/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka will set up a land management company to manage and administer newly reclaimed land at Colombo P...,Sri Lanka to set up land management firm for Port City ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka will set up a land management company to manage and administer newly reclaimed land at Colombo P...,positive,1 Sri Lanka's defence ministry requests media to respect privacy of COVID-19 patients,4/28/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Defence requested print and electronic media today to respect the privacy of COVID-19 patients...,Sri Lanka's defence ministry requests media to respect privacy of COVID-19 patients Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Defence requested print and electronic media today to respect the privacy of COVID-19 patients...,negative,-1 SriLankan Airlines to roll-over US$175mn bond,6/19/2019,Aviation,State-run SriLankan Airlines is to sell a 175 million US dollar bond to toll-over a similar sized issue that is maturing...,SriLankan Airlines to roll-over US$175mn bond State-run SriLankan Airlines is to sell a 175 million US dollar bond to toll-over a similar sized issue that is maturing...,positive,1 Sri Lanka key current flows show surplus over imports for third month in August,10/9/2022,Economy,Financial account flows are facing outward pressure,Sri Lanka key current flows show surplus over imports for third month in August Financial account flows are facing outward pressure,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank Dec net down on tax provisions,2/24/2024,Banking,Pre-tax profits were Rs8.89bn Rs2.4bn but after tax profits were down amid a reversal,Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank Dec net down on tax provisions Pre-tax profits were Rs8.89bn Rs2.4bn but after tax profits were down amid a reversal,negative,-1 "510 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 13,929",11/9/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 510 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (09), the...","510 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 13,929 Sri Lankan health officials identified 510 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (09), the...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to help Maldives develop agriculture: official,6/10/2023,Economy,"In Sri Lanka, net houses are popular among many farmers in the cultivation of fruits, vegetables and floriculture.","Sri Lanka to help Maldives develop agriculture: official In Sri Lanka, net houses are popular among many farmers in the cultivation of fruits, vegetables and floriculture.",positive,1 SJB says Mannapperuma to replace Ranjan if he loses seat,1/13/2021,Courts,Opposition lawyers say Ramanayake who was sentenced for contempt of court should be able to continue as an MP,SJB says Mannapperuma to replace Ranjan if he loses seat Opposition lawyers say Ramanayake who was sentenced for contempt of court should be able to continue as an MP,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka tax revenues up 43-pct in July, deficit up on interest costs",10/16/2023,Economy,"Interest costs grew 89 percent to 1,443 billion rupees","Sri Lanka tax revenues up 43-pct in July, deficit up on interest costs Interest costs grew 89 percent to 1,443 billion rupees",negative,-1 "Sinopharm vials worth Rs 90,000 stolen in Habaraduwa, Sri Lanka",6/17/2021,Health,"A driver and primary caregiver at the MOH are under suspicion for the theft, he said.","Sinopharm vials worth Rs 90,000 stolen in Habaraduwa, Sri Lanka A driver and primary caregiver at the MOH are under suspicion for the theft, he said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka hikes drug controlled prices amid money printing,8/21/2021,Economy,Last increase given when the rupee was 196 Health Minister says,Sri Lanka hikes drug controlled prices amid money printing Last increase given when the rupee was 196 Health Minister says,negative,-1 Sri Lanka health ministry launches website for vaccine registration in western province,7/12/2021,Health,A mobile number must be entered to register.,Sri Lanka health ministry launches website for vaccine registration in western province A mobile number must be entered to register.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka closes forward forex market,1/25/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka has barred commercial banks from selling or buying foreign exchange for three months as the currency came unde...,Sri Lanka closes forward forex market Sri Lanka has barred commercial banks from selling or buying foreign exchange for three months as the currency came unde...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields gain",9/5/2019,Bonds & Forex," The Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker at 180.70/85 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields gained and stocks opened...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields gain The Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker at 180.70/85 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields gained and stocks opened...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka tea exports up 11-pct in Nov 2023 amid production dip,12/23/2023,Business,Export earnings total $1.19bn up to November,Sri Lanka tea exports up 11-pct in Nov 2023 amid production dip Export earnings total $1.19bn up to November,negative,-1 Growth in Sri Lanka’s official remittances slows to 16-month low,2/10/2024,Economy,Remittance is Sri Lanka's top foreign exchange earner ,Growth in Sri Lanka’s official remittances slows to 16-month low Remittance is Sri Lanka's top foreign exchange earner ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka launches lower cost national credit card to draw SMEs,3/31/2023,Banking,The three credit and two debit cards will work on Sri Lanka's Lanka Pay Network and also on JCB's international network,Sri Lanka launches lower cost national credit card to draw SMEs The three credit and two debit cards will work on Sri Lanka's Lanka Pay Network and also on JCB's international network,negative,-1 Cup of milk tea to cost 100 rupees in Sri Lanka: reports,3/20/2022,Economy,"Milk tea -- a mix of hot, strong tea with powdered and usually sugar -- is a favourite beverage in Sri Lanka.","Cup of milk tea to cost 100 rupees in Sri Lanka: reports Milk tea -- a mix of hot, strong tea with powdered and usually sugar -- is a favourite beverage in Sri Lanka.",positive,1 "Sri Lanka imports down 2.5-pct in Feb 2021, exports down 3.7-pct",4/17/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's imports were down 2.5 percent from a year ago to 1,524 million US dollars while exports were down 3.7 percen...","Sri Lanka imports down 2.5-pct in Feb 2021, exports down 3.7-pct Sri Lanka's imports were down 2.5 percent from a year ago to 1,524 million US dollars while exports were down 3.7 percen...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Coronavirus fatalities climb to 247 with death in Battaramulla,1/14/2021,Health,Sri Lanka's Coronavirus total fatalities has climbed to 247 with 3 deaths being reported on January 13 and total confirm...,Sri Lanka Coronavirus fatalities climb to 247 with death in Battaramulla Sri Lanka's Coronavirus total fatalities has climbed to 247 with 3 deaths being reported on January 13 and total confirm...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka president announces plans for pivoting to green energy exports,11/22/2023,Energy,"The island nation aims to be a regional hub for green hydrogen supply, he said.","Sri Lanka president announces plans for pivoting to green energy exports The island nation aims to be a regional hub for green hydrogen supply, he said.",positive,1 Cathay Pacific to buy budget airline HK Express for $628 mn,3/27/2019,International news,"Hong Kong flag carrier Cathay Pacific announced Wednesday that it will buy budget airline HK Express for US$628.15 mn, a...","Cathay Pacific to buy budget airline HK Express for $628 mn Hong Kong flag carrier Cathay Pacific announced Wednesday that it will buy budget airline HK Express for US$628.15 mn, a...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to reduce power tariff through capital cost cuts, delayed non-essential maintenance",2/21/2024,Power,"Maintenance and repairs deemed non-essential have been postponed to 2025 and 2026, an official said.","Sri Lanka to reduce power tariff through capital cost cuts, delayed non-essential maintenance Maintenance and repairs deemed non-essential have been postponed to 2025 and 2026, an official said.",negative,-1 SJB launches a movement against the 20th Amendment to the Constitution,9/8/2020,Constitutional Amendments,The Main opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) today Sept 8 launched a protest movement to safeguard the democratic pr...,SJB launches a movement against the 20th Amendment to the Constitution The Main opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) today Sept 8 launched a protest movement to safeguard the democratic pr...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka imprisoned ex MP likely to be released Aug 26 or 29: tourism minister,8/25/2022,Politics,"On August 13, Ramanayake signed an affidavit apologising for the charges against him.","Sri Lanka imprisoned ex MP likely to be released Aug 26 or 29: tourism minister On August 13, Ramanayake signed an affidavit apologising for the charges against him.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka citizens given extra duty free baggage on inward remittances,5/8/2023,Economy,"A 'Platinum' category that had remitted over 24,000 dollars would get an extra 4,800 dollars","Sri Lanka citizens given extra duty free baggage on inward remittances A 'Platinum' category that had remitted over 24,000 dollars would get an extra 4,800 dollars",negative,-1 UNF allies running out of patience with UNP - Mano,8/20/2019,Politics,The leader of the Democratic People’s Front (DPF) Mano Ganesan says the patience of the alliance partners of the Unite...,UNF allies running out of patience with UNP - Mano The leader of the Democratic People’s Front (DPF) Mano Ganesan says the patience of the alliance partners of the Unite...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to import 50,000MT of rice under Indian credit line signed in March",6/16/2022,Economy,The Indian credit line was signed in March for the purchase of food and medicines.,"Sri Lanka to import 50,000MT of rice under Indian credit line signed in March The Indian credit line was signed in March for the purchase of food and medicines.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Suwaseriya paramedic ambulances in coronavirus frontline,3/27/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka's Suwaseriya Paramedic Ambulance Services have been in the frontlines of the anti-coronavirus battle, along wi...","Sri Lanka's Suwaseriya paramedic ambulances in coronavirus frontline Sri Lanka's Suwaseriya Paramedic Ambulance Services have been in the frontlines of the anti-coronavirus battle, along wi...",negative,-1 SLFP to order SB and Dilan to quit as national list MPs-Duminda,9/2/2019,Politics,The Sri Lanka Freedom Party says it will “order” Dilan Perera and S B Dissanayake to resign from their seats in Parl...,SLFP to order SB and Dilan to quit as national list MPs-Duminda The Sri Lanka Freedom Party says it will “order” Dilan Perera and S B Dissanayake to resign from their seats in Parl...,negative,-1 Brandix workers probably got Covid from a foreign source - Minister,12/7/2020,Apparel,Sri Lanka’s Minister tasked with dealing with the Covid 19 pandemic Dr Sudharshini Fernandopulle believes that staff a...,Brandix workers probably got Covid from a foreign source - Minister Sri Lanka’s Minister tasked with dealing with the Covid 19 pandemic Dr Sudharshini Fernandopulle believes that staff a...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bill yields marginally down, rupee bid at 295",3/24/2022,Bonds & Forex,Overall secondary market inactive ,"Sri Lanka bill yields marginally down, rupee bid at 295 Overall secondary market inactive ",negative,-1 Argentina's pro-dollarization Milei leads Presidential primaries,8/15/2023,Economy,And is it easy. I'm not to blame for the intellectual limitations of the economists from Juntos por el Cambi.,Argentina's pro-dollarization Milei leads Presidential primaries And is it easy. I'm not to blame for the intellectual limitations of the economists from Juntos por el Cambi.,negative,-1 Ton for Latham as New Zealand post daunting target,12/28/2018,Culture,Tom Latham produced his eighth Test century as New Zealand continued to forge a huge lead over Sri Lanka in the second T...,Ton for Latham as New Zealand post daunting target Tom Latham produced his eighth Test century as New Zealand continued to forge a huge lead over Sri Lanka in the second T...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee, stocks open steady; bond market inactive",11/13/2018,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee and stocks opened steady Tuesday and sentiment was dull in the secondary bond market a...,"Sri Lanka rupee, stocks open steady; bond market inactive ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee and stocks opened steady Tuesday and sentiment was dull in the secondary bond market a...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka trade unions protest over leader's arrest,8/4/2022,Politics,protesters demand the release all their colleagues.,Sri Lanka trade unions protest over leader's arrest protesters demand the release all their colleagues.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks close higher pushed by Commercial bank and JKH,8/12/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.47 percent higher on index heavy stocks Commercial Bank and John Keells Holdings while the gov...,Sri Lanka stocks close higher pushed by Commercial bank and JKH Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.47 percent higher on index heavy stocks Commercial Bank and John Keells Holdings while the gov...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to borrow US$200m from ADB to upgrade rural roads,5/11/2021,Construction and Real Estate,It is a tranche of a $900 million project.,Sri Lanka to borrow US$200m from ADB to upgrade rural roads It is a tranche of a $900 million project.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka flags off US$675mn elevated expressway by China Harbour,6/10/2021,Business,CHEC will get a 15-year concession,Sri Lanka flags off US$675mn elevated expressway by China Harbour CHEC will get a 15-year concession,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka facing forex reserve crisis, but all debt will be repaid: Finance Minister",12/10/2021,Economy,I admit that from the foreign reserve point of view also we are in a serious situation,"Sri Lanka facing forex reserve crisis, but all debt will be repaid: Finance Minister I admit that from the foreign reserve point of view also we are in a serious situation",negative,-1 Sri Lanka detects 41 new Omicron cases; expert believes most from abroad,12/31/2021,Health,So far Sri Lanka detected 45 Omicron infections in the country.,Sri Lanka detects 41 new Omicron cases; expert believes most from abroad So far Sri Lanka detected 45 Omicron infections in the country.,negative,-1 Asymptomatic Covid patients to be cared for in non-hospital locations – Cabinet spokesman,10/31/2020,Health,With Covid patient numbers nearing the maximum number of available hospital beds President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordere...,Asymptomatic Covid patients to be cared for in non-hospital locations – Cabinet spokesman With Covid patient numbers nearing the maximum number of available hospital beds President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordere...,negative,-1 Ranjangate: Police to question judges connected to sound clips,1/16/2020,Law and Order,Police have received instructions to record statements from the three judges who have had conversations with Actor-polit...,Ranjangate: Police to question judges connected to sound clips Police have received instructions to record statements from the three judges who have had conversations with Actor-polit...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka acting president wants to review Easter bombings probe, may enlist UK help",7/18/2022,Politics,The acting president called it a divisive issue.,"Sri Lanka acting president wants to review Easter bombings probe, may enlist UK help The acting president called it a divisive issue.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to release IMF technical assistance reports to opposition on request: MP,3/11/2024,Politics,"""I raised some of our concerns. Firstly, the absence of transparency,"" he said.","Sri Lanka to release IMF technical assistance reports to opposition on request: MP ""I raised some of our concerns. Firstly, the absence of transparency,"" he said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka technical committee approves Molnupiravir anti-COVID drug,11/16/2021,Health,The health ministry is awaiting official approval from the National Medicine Regulatory Authority (NMRA).,Sri Lanka technical committee approves Molnupiravir anti-COVID drug The health ministry is awaiting official approval from the National Medicine Regulatory Authority (NMRA).,negative,-1 Sri Lanka dollar borrowings drive debt-to-GDP expansion by June,11/23/2022,Economy,Rupee debt holders suffer 35-pct IFR hair cut,Sri Lanka dollar borrowings drive debt-to-GDP expansion by June Rupee debt holders suffer 35-pct IFR hair cut,negative,-1 India gifts Dornier 228 maritime patrol aircraft to Sri Lanka Air Force,8/13/2022,Defence,Naval Dornier (INDO–228) is a Short Takeoff and Landing multirole light transport aircraft with a turboprop twin-engin...,India gifts Dornier 228 maritime patrol aircraft to Sri Lanka Air Force Naval Dornier (INDO–228) is a Short Takeoff and Landing multirole light transport aircraft with a turboprop twin-engin...,negative,-1 ICRA Lanka reaffirms Construction Guaranteed Fund [SL]A-,12/30/2019,Business,ICRA Lanka has reaffirmed the state-owned Construction Guaranteed Fund at [SL]A- with a stable outlook due to its well-e...,ICRA Lanka reaffirms Construction Guaranteed Fund [SL]A- ICRA Lanka has reaffirmed the state-owned Construction Guaranteed Fund at [SL]A- with a stable outlook due to its well-e...,positive,1 Sri Lanka shares fall at close on local debt restructuring speculation,12/22/2022,Markets,A media report has said sovereign bondholders are not likely to agree to any deal without domestic debt re-structuring,Sri Lanka shares fall at close on local debt restructuring speculation A media report has said sovereign bondholders are not likely to agree to any deal without domestic debt re-structuring,negative,-1 Sri Lanka lifts price controls on chicken meat,11/5/2021,Economy,Chicken farmers have been facing higher feed costs,Sri Lanka lifts price controls on chicken meat Chicken farmers have been facing higher feed costs,negative,-1 Sri Lanka releases forex for diesel ship: CB Governor,2/23/2022,Economy,The foreign exchange for the diesel ship has been released,Sri Lanka releases forex for diesel ship: CB Governor The foreign exchange for the diesel ship has been released,negative,-1 "SLPP, SLFP stalwarts to back UNP-led alliance – Harshana Rajakaruna",7/22/2019,Politics,Some Opposition members who fervently backed former President Mahinda Rajapaksa in the 2015 presidential election will s...,"SLPP, SLFP stalwarts to back UNP-led alliance – Harshana Rajakaruna Some Opposition members who fervently backed former President Mahinda Rajapaksa in the 2015 presidential election will s...",positive,1 Chinese institutions offer support for Sri Lanka's proposed climate university,10/20/2023,Education,The discussion also resulted in the decision to convene several online sessions to engage with other relevant parties.,Chinese institutions offer support for Sri Lanka's proposed climate university The discussion also resulted in the decision to convene several online sessions to engage with other relevant parties.,positive,1 PUCSL extends electrical and plumbing maintenance service during COVID-19 lockdown to all of Sri Lan...,4/18/2020,Consumer Affairs,A regulator-led initiative to provide solutions for electrical and plumbing issues in Sri Lanka’s Western province hou...,PUCSL extends electrical and plumbing maintenance service during COVID-19 lockdown to all of Sri Lan... A regulator-led initiative to provide solutions for electrical and plumbing issues in Sri Lanka’s Western province hou...,positive,1 Sri Lanka international trade role in Advocata forum as monetary instability drive import controls,8/28/2021,Economy,LIVE-streamed on the 30th of August from 1600h onwards,Sri Lanka international trade role in Advocata forum as monetary instability drive import controls LIVE-streamed on the 30th of August from 1600h onwards,positive,1 Sri Lanka prints Rs40bn after failed Treasury bill auction,9/6/2021,Economy,Overnight injections fall with more term printed money coming in,Sri Lanka prints Rs40bn after failed Treasury bill auction Overnight injections fall with more term printed money coming in,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks edge up ahead of policy rate decision; foreigners exit,1/19/2022,Markets,All Share Price Index (ASPI) closed 0.04 %,Sri Lanka stocks edge up ahead of policy rate decision; foreigners exit All Share Price Index (ASPI) closed 0.04 %,positive,1 Sri Lanka 3-month Treasuries yield up 0.89bp to 8.04-pct,10/13/2021,Bonds & Forex,6 and 12 months bids rejected,Sri Lanka 3-month Treasuries yield up 0.89bp to 8.04-pct 6 and 12 months bids rejected,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to face 7.5 hour power cut on March 02 as energy crisis intesifies,3/1/2022,Power,The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) confirmed the decision to reporters Tuesday (01) afternoon.,Sri Lanka to face 7.5 hour power cut on March 02 as energy crisis intesifies The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) confirmed the decision to reporters Tuesday (01) afternoon.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond yields down,8/6/2021,Bonds & Forex,Rupee inactive ,Sri Lanka bond yields down Rupee inactive ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond yields steady at open,3/16/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s bond yields were steady at open on Thursday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka bond yields steady at open Sri Lanka’s bond yields were steady at open on Thursday, dealers said.",positive,1 "Sri Lanka confirms over 1,000 Coronavirus cases as Covid-19 controls tightened",4/28/2021,Health,"""Earlier one or two got infected from one person, this time five or six seems to be contracting the virus.""","Sri Lanka confirms over 1,000 Coronavirus cases as Covid-19 controls tightened ""Earlier one or two got infected from one person, this time five or six seems to be contracting the virus.""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka faces political risks over Rajapaksa links of new govt: Fitch,7/28/2022,Economy,New govt dominated by Rajapaksa linked party,Sri Lanka faces political risks over Rajapaksa links of new govt: Fitch New govt dominated by Rajapaksa linked party,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Softlogic Finance to raise Rs1.9bn from cash call,10/21/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's Softlogic Finance, a licensed non-bank lender said it had received the nod from the Colombo Stock Exchange t...","Sri Lanka's Softlogic Finance to raise Rs1.9bn from cash call Sri Lanka's Softlogic Finance, a licensed non-bank lender said it had received the nod from the Colombo Stock Exchange t...",positive,1 Easter Sunday Massacre happened because minorities don't matter,4/28/2019,Opinion,Officials had the information but did nothing to prevent attacks because minorities don't matter,Easter Sunday Massacre happened because minorities don't matter Officials had the information but did nothing to prevent attacks because minorities don't matter,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka sees higher 470,000ha paddy sown in Yala: Minister",6/13/2022,Agriculture,"Estimates suggest 470,000 hectares may be sown","Sri Lanka sees higher 470,000ha paddy sown in Yala: Minister Estimates suggest 470,000 hectares may be sown",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka cancels 1,200 acre land lease to non-starter Hambantota refinery",8/15/2023,Business,"A 420,000 barrels a day refinery was proposed","Sri Lanka cancels 1,200 acre land lease to non-starter Hambantota refinery A 420,000 barrels a day refinery was proposed",negative,-1 "Integrated reporting can improve sustainable resources use, Sri Lankan firms told",4/9/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lankan businesses should publish integrated reports to better capture and communicate the business evol...,"Integrated reporting can improve sustainable resources use, Sri Lankan firms told ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lankan businesses should publish integrated reports to better capture and communicate the business evol...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka drug suppliers say hit by arrears, regulatory morass, forex shortages",5/28/2022,Health,Sri Lanka's pharmaceuticals suppliers are hit by payment delays and are also facing regulatory delays,"Sri Lanka drug suppliers say hit by arrears, regulatory morass, forex shortages Sri Lanka's pharmaceuticals suppliers are hit by payment delays and are also facing regulatory delays",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee stronger, stocks gain at open",6/26/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.95/186.10 to US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields eased a...,"Sri Lanka rupee stronger, stocks gain at open Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.95/186.10 to US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields eased a...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka airport-port hub enables international ship repair in Covid-19 crisis,6/14/2020,Aviation,"Sri Lanka is enabling international ship repair, expanding its role as South Asia's aviation and maritime hub with ports...","Sri Lanka airport-port hub enables international ship repair in Covid-19 crisis Sri Lanka is enabling international ship repair, expanding its role as South Asia's aviation and maritime hub with ports...",positive,1 Power crisis continue in Sri Lanka with five-hour cut scheduled for March 28,3/27/2022,Power,Sri Lanka is facing daily scheduled power outages as a result of an ongoing forex shortage.,Power crisis continue in Sri Lanka with five-hour cut scheduled for March 28 Sri Lanka is facing daily scheduled power outages as a result of an ongoing forex shortage.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's northern Jaffna Peninsula gets two more wind power plants for Rs 4.4bn,2/20/2019,Energy,ECONOMYNEXT – Two more renewable energy power plants are to be built in Sri Lanka’s northern Jaffna penins...,Sri Lanka's northern Jaffna Peninsula gets two more wind power plants for Rs 4.4bn ECONOMYNEXT – Two more renewable energy power plants are to be built in Sri Lanka’s northern Jaffna penins...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Alliance Finance gets US$5mn from EMF Microfinance Fund,1/4/2022,Banking,After FMO funding,Sri Lanka's Alliance Finance gets US$5mn from EMF Microfinance Fund After FMO funding,negative,-1 Sri Lanka forex problem the biggest challenge: President,1/18/2022,Economy,A climax of a problem governments have failed to provide a lasting solution,Sri Lanka forex problem the biggest challenge: President A climax of a problem governments have failed to provide a lasting solution,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka illegal cigarettes, beedi switching claims likely exaggerated: researcher",10/19/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's market for illegal and smuggled cigarettes, a consequence of excessive high taxation and import duties legal...","Sri Lanka illegal cigarettes, beedi switching claims likely exaggerated: researcher Sri Lanka's market for illegal and smuggled cigarettes, a consequence of excessive high taxation and import duties legal...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka 3-month T-bill yield down 36bp,1/17/2024,Bonds & Forex,All offered Rs95bn bills sold,Sri Lanka 3-month T-bill yield down 36bp All offered Rs95bn bills sold,negative,-1 Sri Lanka women company directors forum could help boost board representation: IFC,12/1/2021,Business,"Out of CSE-listed company directors, 9.5% are women ","Sri Lanka women company directors forum could help boost board representation: IFC Out of CSE-listed company directors, 9.5% are women ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka president turned Japanese loan into Indian investment in ECT deal: Jayasundera,11/4/2021,Economy,India - Sri Lanka joint venture terminal,Sri Lanka president turned Japanese loan into Indian investment in ECT deal: Jayasundera India - Sri Lanka joint venture terminal,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee opens at 304.40/70 to the US dollar,3/20/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields steady,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 304.40/70 to the US dollar Bond yields steady,positive,1 Sri Lanka’s sorry record on protecting Free Expression,12/30/2022,Op-ed/Special Reports,The aragalaya has a lit a lamp for free expression,Sri Lanka’s sorry record on protecting Free Expression The aragalaya has a lit a lamp for free expression,negative,-1 "Germany gives credit, grants to finish Sri Lanka's Helmut Kohl hospital",12/17/2019,Economy,Germany is giving credit and grants to complete a hospital in Sri Lanka initiated by a gift from former Chancellor Helmu...,"Germany gives credit, grants to finish Sri Lanka's Helmut Kohl hospital Germany is giving credit and grants to complete a hospital in Sri Lanka initiated by a gift from former Chancellor Helmu...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka's tea, tourism, energy, threatened by Ukraine-Russia conflict - analysts",2/25/2022,Economy,"""With the crude prices are expected to hit 115 US dollars soon, how Sri Lanka is going to buy oil is a huge challenge.""","Sri Lanka's tea, tourism, energy, threatened by Ukraine-Russia conflict - analysts ""With the crude prices are expected to hit 115 US dollars soon, how Sri Lanka is going to buy oil is a huge challenge.""",negative,-1 Hong Kong's Cathay Pacific back to profit after two years in red,3/15/2019,International news,"Hong Kong flag carrier Cathay Pacific on Wednesday announced a net profit of HK$2.35 billion ($299 million) last year, e...","Hong Kong's Cathay Pacific back to profit after two years in red Hong Kong flag carrier Cathay Pacific on Wednesday announced a net profit of HK$2.35 billion ($299 million) last year, e...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Sampath Bank says fraud happened 'few months back',1/29/2019,Banking,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Sampath Bank has confirmed a media report about a fraud at the bank, saying it o...","Sri Lanka Sampath Bank says fraud happened 'few months back' ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Sampath Bank has confirmed a media report about a fraud at the bank, saying it o...",negative,-1 "Asian stocks hit by trade woes while dollar rises, oil struggles",7/17/2019,International news,Fresh trade worries and uncertainty about the Federal Reserve's plans for cutting interest rates weighed on Asian market...,"Asian stocks hit by trade woes while dollar rises, oil struggles Fresh trade worries and uncertainty about the Federal Reserve's plans for cutting interest rates weighed on Asian market...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka expects 42,000MT maize crop in Yala season",7/31/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka is expected to produce 42,000 metric tonnes of maize in the current Yala minor cultivation season up from 25,2...","Sri Lanka expects 42,000MT maize crop in Yala season Sri Lanka is expected to produce 42,000 metric tonnes of maize in the current Yala minor cultivation season up from 25,2...",negative,-1 "Vaccine efficacy falls sharply over time, study finds as Sri Lanka rolls out Pfizer booster",11/8/2021,Health,Vaccines gives protection against death,"Vaccine efficacy falls sharply over time, study finds as Sri Lanka rolls out Pfizer booster Vaccines gives protection against death",negative,-1 Wikileaks dumps documents of Sri Lanka's controversial E-NIC project,4/15/2019,Political News,Wikikeaks.org has released documents relating to controversial electronic citizens registration system which critics hav...,Wikileaks dumps documents of Sri Lanka's controversial E-NIC project Wikikeaks.org has released documents relating to controversial electronic citizens registration system which critics hav...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's central bank requests bank loan borrowers to seek relief before July 31st,7/21/2022,Economy,Some features of the scheme include a 6-month grace period for performing loans.,Sri Lanka's central bank requests bank loan borrowers to seek relief before July 31st Some features of the scheme include a 6-month grace period for performing loans.,negative,-1 Goldman Sachs may yank top execs' bonuses over 1MDB scandal,2/2/2019,International news,Investment bank Goldman Sachs said Friday it could withhold multi-million-dollar bonuses for former CEO Lloyd Blankfein ...,Goldman Sachs may yank top execs' bonuses over 1MDB scandal Investment bank Goldman Sachs said Friday it could withhold multi-million-dollar bonuses for former CEO Lloyd Blankfein ...,negative,-1 "With three new deaths today, Sri Lanka's COVID-19 death toll rises to 157",12/16/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka reported three COVID-19 deaths today, bringing the country’s pandemic death toll to 157. The island nation h...","With three new deaths today, Sri Lanka's COVID-19 death toll rises to 157 Sri Lanka reported three COVID-19 deaths today, bringing the country’s pandemic death toll to 157. The island nation h...",negative,-1 "Easter Sunday Attack: Sri Lanka Catholics demand for justice, expose mastermind",4/21/2023,Defence,"The attacks killed at least 269 mainly Christian devotees who attended the Easter Sunday mass on April 21, 2019.","Easter Sunday Attack: Sri Lanka Catholics demand for justice, expose mastermind The attacks killed at least 269 mainly Christian devotees who attended the Easter Sunday mass on April 21, 2019.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka sells Rs.160 bn in T-bill auction,5/31/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Auction while all offered 160 billion bills were sold, data from the state debt office showed.","Sri Lanka sells Rs.160 bn in T-bill auction Auction while all offered 160 billion bills were sold, data from the state debt office showed.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka reveals low fuel stock levels,7/3/2022,Energy,"Petrol Octane 92 dropped to 1,414 metric tonnes","Sri Lanka reveals low fuel stock levels Petrol Octane 92 dropped to 1,414 metric tonnes",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Institute of Tourism & Hotel Management to be made higher education institute,8/10/2021,Tourism,SLITHM conducts courses from foundation to management level.,Sri Lanka Institute of Tourism & Hotel Management to be made higher education institute SLITHM conducts courses from foundation to management level.,positive,1 Most Sri Lankans stranded in the Middle-East can’t afford the pricey tickets home - Returnee,8/20/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka resumed flights to bring back migrant workers from Kuwait today, but returnees say many Sri Lankans remain stu...","Most Sri Lankans stranded in the Middle-East can’t afford the pricey tickets home - Returnee Sri Lanka resumed flights to bring back migrant workers from Kuwait today, but returnees say many Sri Lankans remain stu...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond market taking stock after 2025 yield spike,1/30/2023,Bonds & Forex,2025 bond yield gap makes the bond more attractive than 1 year bills,Sri Lanka bond market taking stock after 2025 yield spike 2025 bond yield gap makes the bond more attractive than 1 year bills,positive,1 Foreign investors cut Sri Lanka rupee bond holdings,8/22/2023,Bonds & Forex,",","Foreign investors cut Sri Lanka rupee bond holdings ,",negative,-1 Sri Lanka vehicle registrations recover in July after Easter bombings,8/26/2019,Ground,"Vehicle registration in Sri Lanka has grown in July from a month earlier, as the country recovers after the Easter Sunda...","Sri Lanka vehicle registrations recover in July after Easter bombings Vehicle registration in Sri Lanka has grown in July from a month earlier, as the country recovers after the Easter Sunda...",negative,-1 "Focus on minimising spread, not variants, Sri Lanka health officials say as Omicron cases rise",1/3/2022,Health,"""There is no use going behind a number now since it is already in the country.""","Focus on minimising spread, not variants, Sri Lanka health officials say as Omicron cases rise ""There is no use going behind a number now since it is already in the country.""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks up on quarterly earnings; pandemic concern weighs,8/11/2021,Stocks & Companies,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.31 percent up on LOLC Development Finance, Ambeon Capital and Buki Darah, brokers said.","Sri Lanka stocks up on quarterly earnings; pandemic concern weighs Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.31 percent up on LOLC Development Finance, Ambeon Capital and Buki Darah, brokers said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stock market closed after index plunges over 10-pct,4/26/2022,Markets,"Concerns over sovereign debt default, 7% policy rate hike, and credit rating downgrade weigh on sentiment.","Sri Lanka stock market closed after index plunges over 10-pct Concerns over sovereign debt default, 7% policy rate hike, and credit rating downgrade weigh on sentiment.",negative,-1 "IGP, former Treasury Secretary ordered to appear in court",5/6/2019,Politics,Inspector General of Police (IGP) Pujith Jayasundara and former Treasury Secretary P. B. Jayasundara have been issued to...,"IGP, former Treasury Secretary ordered to appear in court Inspector General of Police (IGP) Pujith Jayasundara and former Treasury Secretary P. B. Jayasundara have been issued to...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka central bank keeps 'historic low' rates as forex reserves drop,4/8/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank said it is maintaining its historic low interest rates as foreign reserves continued to drop am...,Sri Lanka central bank keeps 'historic low' rates as forex reserves drop Sri Lanka's central bank said it is maintaining its historic low interest rates as foreign reserves continued to drop am...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to commence rural road repairs using ADB funds first week of Dec,11/30/2023,Transport,"“There were roads that were in a state of disrepair,” Minister Gunawardana said. “So this is for urgent work.”","Sri Lanka to commence rural road repairs using ADB funds first week of Dec “There were roads that were in a state of disrepair,” Minister Gunawardana said. “So this is for urgent work.”",negative,-1 Corona-related deaths continue to climb as another woman dies in Colombo,11/4/2020,Health,A 79-year old woman who died at home in Colombo yesterday November 3 has been classified as the 24th person to die from ...,Corona-related deaths continue to climb as another woman dies in Colombo A 79-year old woman who died at home in Colombo yesterday November 3 has been classified as the 24th person to die from ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee gains to 191.50/192.00 to greenback as spot trading resumes,4/17/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's rupee closed around 191.50/192.00 to the US dollar after spot deals resumed late on Friday and bond yields e...,Sri Lanka rupee gains to 191.50/192.00 to greenback as spot trading resumes Sri Lanka's rupee closed around 191.50/192.00 to the US dollar after spot deals resumed late on Friday and bond yields e...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's inland revenue (amendment) bill can be passed by simple majority: SC,9/5/2023,Fiscal,The bill was challenged in the Supreme Court in terms of article 121(1) of the constitution.,Sri Lanka's inland revenue (amendment) bill can be passed by simple majority: SC The bill was challenged in the Supreme Court in terms of article 121(1) of the constitution.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka police minister denies Easter attack allegations; opposition doubles down,11/11/2021,Politics,"“They are making these claims and hiding behind parliamentary privilege,” he told the House.","Sri Lanka police minister denies Easter attack allegations; opposition doubles down “They are making these claims and hiding behind parliamentary privilege,” he told the House.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka parliamentary committee says electricity tariffs should be reduced by 20 pct,2/27/2024,Energy,The committee has noted that existing electricity price can be reduced by about 33%.,Sri Lanka parliamentary committee says electricity tariffs should be reduced by 20 pct The committee has noted that existing electricity price can be reduced by about 33%.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka tightens security, plans travel insurance to boost arrivals",5/8/2019,Business,Sri Lanka is planning travel insurance for tourists and has tightened security at hotels and tourist attractions while m...,"Sri Lanka tightens security, plans travel insurance to boost arrivals Sri Lanka is planning travel insurance for tourists and has tightened security at hotels and tourist attractions while m...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka exporters optimistic over 2024, want political stability and energy: survey",2/15/2024,Economy,Political stability and consistent energy were identified as key facilitators,"Sri Lanka exporters optimistic over 2024, want political stability and energy: survey Political stability and consistent energy were identified as key facilitators",positive,1 Sri Lanka phone dealers fix price falls after rupee gain,6/12/2023,Business,“We have a considerable membership from Jaffna to Matara. We all unanimously decided to cut prices by about 20 percent...,Sri Lanka phone dealers fix price falls after rupee gain “We have a considerable membership from Jaffna to Matara. We all unanimously decided to cut prices by about 20 percent...,negative,-1 The government wants to change the Constitution to bring Basil to Parliament - SJB,8/26/2020,Democracy,The Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) is saying that it will launch a countrywide people’s movement to safeguard the freedo...,The government wants to change the Constitution to bring Basil to Parliament - SJB The Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) is saying that it will launch a countrywide people’s movement to safeguard the freedo...,positive,1 Sri Lanka to cut damage payments to passengers by domestic airlines,8/23/2022,Aviation,Montreal Convention had set a limit of around 60mn per passenger for death or injury,Sri Lanka to cut damage payments to passengers by domestic airlines Montreal Convention had set a limit of around 60mn per passenger for death or injury,negative,-1 Ignorance and corruption bedevils state enterprises,3/12/2019,Economy,"Rampant corruption, mismanagement and ignorance is ruining State Owned Enterprises says the Advocata Institute","Ignorance and corruption bedevils state enterprises Rampant corruption, mismanagement and ignorance is ruining State Owned Enterprises says the Advocata Institute",negative,-1 JVP to announce candidate on 18 Aug,8/13/2019,Uncategorized,The Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) will announce its candidate for the upcoming presidential election at the National P...,JVP to announce candidate on 18 Aug The Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) will announce its candidate for the upcoming presidential election at the National P...,positive,1 Sri Lanka airports to suspend arrivals till March 25 - Updated,3/17/2020,Aviation,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's main airport in Katunayake is suspending arriving passenger operations from March 19, as the c...","Sri Lanka airports to suspend arrivals till March 25 - Updated ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's main airport in Katunayake is suspending arriving passenger operations from March 19, as the c...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to open 10 paying wards by end-2023 - minister,7/3/2023,Health,Sri Lanka’s unprecedented economic crisis has forced it cut costs across all the sectors including health,Sri Lanka to open 10 paying wards by end-2023 - minister Sri Lanka’s unprecedented economic crisis has forced it cut costs across all the sectors including health,negative,-1 Sri Lanka tourist arrivals down 27-pct in September,10/6/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals were down 27 percent from a year earlier to 108,575 in September 2019, recovering from a fa...","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals down 27-pct in September Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals were down 27 percent from a year earlier to 108,575 in September 2019, recovering from a fa...",negative,-1 Veterinary Association says negligible chance of COVID 19 moving from dogs and cats to humans,4/27/2020,Health,"Pet owners can relax, your pooch won’t give you COVID 19, as there is a negligible chance of the virus moving from a c...","Veterinary Association says negligible chance of COVID 19 moving from dogs and cats to humans Pet owners can relax, your pooch won’t give you COVID 19, as there is a negligible chance of the virus moving from a c...",negative,-1 Only SLPP govt has right to amend Constitution - MR,7/26/2019,Politics,"Calling for the United National Party (UNP)'s electoral defeat, Opposition Leader and Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa...","Only SLPP govt has right to amend Constitution - MR Calling for the United National Party (UNP)'s electoral defeat, Opposition Leader and Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka central bank US$4bn in debt by March 2022,5/29/2022,Economy,The central bank is now borrowing mainly through the ACU,Sri Lanka central bank US$4bn in debt by March 2022 The central bank is now borrowing mainly through the ACU,negative,-1 Organizers of the P2P march claim resounding success as Muslims join Tamils,2/8/2021,Democracy,"Batticaloa Member of Parliament from the Ilankai Tamil Arasu Katchi Rasamanickam Shanakyan, one of the leaders of the ma...","Organizers of the P2P march claim resounding success as Muslims join Tamils Batticaloa Member of Parliament from the Ilankai Tamil Arasu Katchi Rasamanickam Shanakyan, one of the leaders of the ma...",positive,1 Sri Lanka extends parallel exchange rate for expat workers,12/24/2021,Economy,Extension after an improvement seen in December,Sri Lanka extends parallel exchange rate for expat workers Extension after an improvement seen in December,positive,1 Sri Lanka shares up for 6th session; turnover hits over 4-month high after policy statement ,8/4/2022,Markets,Market gains on signs of political stability - analyst ,Sri Lanka shares up for 6th session; turnover hits over 4-month high after policy statement  Market gains on signs of political stability - analyst ,negative,-1 US stocks boosted by report of possible lifting of China tariffs,1/18/2019,International news,"New York, United States | AFP | Wall Street stocks climbed for a third straight session on Thursday following a report t...","US stocks boosted by report of possible lifting of China tariffs New York, United States | AFP | Wall Street stocks climbed for a third straight session on Thursday following a report t...",negative,-1 40 percent of Sri Lanka's house holds income drop from Jun to Dec: FAO report,12/19/2022,Agriculture,"""Supply of food in local markets is shrinking and food inflation i is soaring, reaching 90 percent in July 2022.""","40 percent of Sri Lanka's house holds income drop from Jun to Dec: FAO report ""Supply of food in local markets is shrinking and food inflation i is soaring, reaching 90 percent in July 2022.""",negative,-1 Health Ministry officials going rogue with vaccination rollout: Sudarshini,2/25/2021,Health,"Top officials at Sri Lanka’s health ministry have taken snap decisions on the country’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout, in...","Health Ministry officials going rogue with vaccination rollout: Sudarshini Top officials at Sri Lanka’s health ministry have taken snap decisions on the country’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout, in...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka sells US$76mn in August after liquidity injections,9/16/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's has sold 76.4 million dollars to defend a soft-dollar peg, which shortly ater tens of billions of printed mo...","Sri Lanka sells US$76mn in August after liquidity injections Sri Lanka's has sold 76.4 million dollars to defend a soft-dollar peg, which shortly ater tens of billions of printed mo...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka exports rebound in June 2020 as Covid-19 controlled, PPE $100mn",7/18/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's exports in June 2019 was down 26 percent from a year earlier to 906.02 million US dollar but extended a stee...,"Sri Lanka exports rebound in June 2020 as Covid-19 controlled, PPE $100mn Sri Lanka's exports in June 2019 was down 26 percent from a year earlier to 906.02 million US dollar but extended a stee...",positive,1 Sri Lanka sleuths chasing Islamist bombers on the run: PM,4/23/2019,Defence,Investigators are going after members of an Islamist group that carried out deadly Easter Sunday bombings and identifyin...,Sri Lanka sleuths chasing Islamist bombers on the run: PM Investigators are going after members of an Islamist group that carried out deadly Easter Sunday bombings and identifyin...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bond yields up at close, indicative dollar Rs.201.89",3/2/2022,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's debt office offered 55 billion rupees and sold 35.9 billion,"Sri Lanka bond yields up at close, indicative dollar Rs.201.89 Sri Lanka's debt office offered 55 billion rupees and sold 35.9 billion",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee stronger in sporadic spot trades amid intervention Tuesday,4/29/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka 's rupee traded around 192.70 or stronger Tuesday against the green back in sporadic spot trades amid interven...,Sri Lanka rupee stronger in sporadic spot trades amid intervention Tuesday Sri Lanka 's rupee traded around 192.70 or stronger Tuesday against the green back in sporadic spot trades amid interven...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's NPP has no plans to team up with ""rotting"" parties: Lal Kantha",8/17/2023,Politics,"“You can’t do this by forming an alliance with rotting parties. So there will be no such alliances,” he said.","Sri Lanka's NPP has no plans to team up with ""rotting"" parties: Lal Kantha “You can’t do this by forming an alliance with rotting parties. So there will be no such alliances,” he said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond yields down at close,2/20/2023,Bonds & Forex,"""The market was active throughout the day,"" dealers said.","Sri Lanka bond yields down at close ""The market was active throughout the day,"" dealers said.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka electricity tariffs cut selectively, windfall for hotels",6/30/2023,Energy,"Hotels, industries big gainers in discriminatory pricing, general purpose users lose out","Sri Lanka electricity tariffs cut selectively, windfall for hotels Hotels, industries big gainers in discriminatory pricing, general purpose users lose out",negative,-1 Sri Lanka teachers' strike: minister threatens legal action if teachers disrupt school reopening,10/15/2021,Education,Weerasekara drew parallels between a dragging teachers’ strike – now into its fourth month – and Sri Lanka’s civ...,Sri Lanka teachers' strike: minister threatens legal action if teachers disrupt school reopening Weerasekara drew parallels between a dragging teachers’ strike – now into its fourth month – and Sri Lanka’s civ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka foreign ministry's consular affairs division limits services to three days,6/30/2022,International Relations,"""The same working arrangements will also apply to the Regional Consular offices.""","Sri Lanka foreign ministry's consular affairs division limits services to three days ""The same working arrangements will also apply to the Regional Consular offices.""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka 2016-2017 cash subsidy reduced fertilizer use but not yield: Minister,7/6/2021,Agriculture,"Imports were 400,000 tonnes in 2016 compared to 900,000 in 2019","Sri Lanka 2016-2017 cash subsidy reduced fertilizer use but not yield: Minister Imports were 400,000 tonnes in 2016 compared to 900,000 in 2019",negative,-1 "Eight new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 3,155",9/11/2020,Health,"Eight new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (11), the National Operations Centre for Preven...","Eight new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 3,155 Eight new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (11), the National Operations Centre for Preven...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka expects 80,000 visitors with Cordelia Cruises from India",6/25/2023,Business,"Cruise itinerary runs from Chennai, Jaffna, Hambanota and Tricomalee","Sri Lanka expects 80,000 visitors with Cordelia Cruises from India Cruise itinerary runs from Chennai, Jaffna, Hambanota and Tricomalee",positive,1 "Sri Lanka Coronavirus cases spike to 1182 on Kuwait returnees, one death",5/26/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka's Coronavirus cases spiked to 1182 by 1900 hours on May 25 from 1141 a day earlier the health ministry said, w...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus cases spike to 1182 on Kuwait returnees, one death Sri Lanka's Coronavirus cases spiked to 1182 by 1900 hours on May 25 from 1141 a day earlier the health ministry said, w...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, bond yields stable",10/6/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 184.55/70 to the US dollar on and bond yields were stable, dealers said as the new Coro...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, bond yields stable Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 184.55/70 to the US dollar on and bond yields were stable, dealers said as the new Coro...",positive,1 "UN expert on modern slavery to visit Sri Lanka to assess labour conditions, laws",11/24/2021,Human Rights,"“I am particularly interested in assessing to what extent progress has already been achieved in this regard.""","UN expert on modern slavery to visit Sri Lanka to assess labour conditions, laws “I am particularly interested in assessing to what extent progress has already been achieved in this regard.""",positive,1 Sri Lankan officials in India to explore collaboration,2/14/2024,International Relations,The delegation will meet key Indian officials to explore avenues for further collaboration,Sri Lankan officials in India to explore collaboration The delegation will meet key Indian officials to explore avenues for further collaboration,positive,1 Sri Lanka hydro power up 87-pct amid rain,1/5/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka's hydro power output rose 87 percent from a year earlier to 3,428 GigaWatt hours in the nine months to Septemb...","Sri Lanka hydro power up 87-pct amid rain Sri Lanka's hydro power output rose 87 percent from a year earlier to 3,428 GigaWatt hours in the nine months to Septemb...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka official remittances up 57-pct in May,6/12/2023,Economy,About $500 to 600mn came through official channels before 2020,Sri Lanka official remittances up 57-pct in May About $500 to 600mn came through official channels before 2020,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to bring forward GCE O/Level, A/Level exams to allow early university entrance",5/4/2021,Education,School students in Sri Lanka generally sit for GCE O/Ls and A/Ls at the ages 16 and 19 respectively.,"Sri Lanka to bring forward GCE O/Level, A/Level exams to allow early university entrance School students in Sri Lanka generally sit for GCE O/Ls and A/Ls at the ages 16 and 19 respectively.",positive,1 Sri Lanka fails to sell 60-pct of bills at Treasuries auction under explicit price ceiling,7/29/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka failed to sell 60 percent of the bills offered at an auction Wednesday under a price ceiling scheme that start...,Sri Lanka fails to sell 60-pct of bills at Treasuries auction under explicit price ceiling Sri Lanka failed to sell 60 percent of the bills offered at an auction Wednesday under a price ceiling scheme that start...,negative,-1 "Suspected delta strain detected in Madiwela, Sri Lanka, a day after lockdown lifted",6/22/2021,Health,An official said the area will be isolated and close contacts of the patient will undergo PCR tests.,"Suspected delta strain detected in Madiwela, Sri Lanka, a day after lockdown lifted An official said the area will be isolated and close contacts of the patient will undergo PCR tests.",negative,-1 "Yields in Sri Lanka steady, rupee guidance peg appreciates",8/12/2022,Markets,"""The market is on dull mode. One reason is this being a long weekend and other is investors are waiting for clarificatio...","Yields in Sri Lanka steady, rupee guidance peg appreciates ""The market is on dull mode. One reason is this being a long weekend and other is investors are waiting for clarificatio...",negative,-1 Red tape hinders registration of small businesses in Sri Lanka: think tank,3/6/2020,Economy,"Red tape is hindering the registration of small businesses at Divisional Secretariats in Sri Lanka, oppressing the poor ...","Red tape hinders registration of small businesses in Sri Lanka: think tank Red tape is hindering the registration of small businesses at Divisional Secretariats in Sri Lanka, oppressing the poor ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka expects talks with bondholders 'very soon': Minister,5/21/2024,Economy,Confident and optimistic that a second round of talks will commence very soon,Sri Lanka expects talks with bondholders 'very soon': Minister Confident and optimistic that a second round of talks will commence very soon,positive,1 "Sri Lanka finds Covid-19 patient from Divulapitiya, Gampaha hospital staff isolated",10/4/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has isolated 15 staff at Gamaha hospital after a 39 -year old woman from Divulapitiya was confirmed with Coron...,"Sri Lanka finds Covid-19 patient from Divulapitiya, Gampaha hospital staff isolated Sri Lanka has isolated 15 staff at Gamaha hospital after a 39 -year old woman from Divulapitiya was confirmed with Coron...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s labor minister talks workplace rights with transgender community,9/19/2023,Employment,Need to align labor laws with global standards like ILO’s C190 and C180,Sri Lanka’s labor minister talks workplace rights with transgender community Need to align labor laws with global standards like ILO’s C190 and C180,positive,1 Rajapaska presses for elections to resolve crisis Sri Lanka,12/3/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka should go for early elections to resolves political crisis, Mahinda Rajapaksa, who's sudden appointment as Pri...","Rajapaska presses for elections to resolve crisis Sri Lanka Sri Lanka should go for early elections to resolves political crisis, Mahinda Rajapaksa, who's sudden appointment as Pri...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka bondscam suspects from Perpetual Treasuries released on bail,1/2/2019,Legal,Key suspects in Sri Lanka's biggest securities scam involving rigged bond auctions and dumping securities on pension fun...,Sri Lanka bondscam suspects from Perpetual Treasuries released on bail Key suspects in Sri Lanka's biggest securities scam involving rigged bond auctions and dumping securities on pension fun...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 298.75/85 to US dollar,5/8/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Bond yields were down, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 298.75/85 to US dollar Bond yields were down, dealers said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Presidential candidates end campaigning,11/14/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's Presidential candidates ended campaigning with the candidates promising a fast growing economy, national sec...","Sri Lanka Presidential candidates end campaigning Sri Lanka's Presidential candidates ended campaigning with the candidates promising a fast growing economy, national sec...",positive,1 Sri Lanka brain drain: IMF hopes Sri Lankans who left during crisis will return,5/17/2023,Economy,"“We hope that, with the proper macroeconomic policies, many who left the country will see again the potential,"" she sa...","Sri Lanka brain drain: IMF hopes Sri Lankans who left during crisis will return “We hope that, with the proper macroeconomic policies, many who left the country will see again the potential,"" she sa...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to allow import of 750 vans and 250 buses for tourism,4/2/2024,Tourism,"Vans with 6–15 seating capacity, 250 buses with 6–30 and 30–45 seating capacity with no tax concessions","Sri Lanka to allow import of 750 vans and 250 buses for tourism Vans with 6–15 seating capacity, 250 buses with 6–30 and 30–45 seating capacity with no tax concessions",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka budget 2023, key tax changes",11/15/2022,Economy,"VAT exemptions including on fuel to be removed, CESS, PAL to be phased out","Sri Lanka budget 2023, key tax changes VAT exemptions including on fuel to be removed, CESS, PAL to be phased out",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka keen to resume unilaterally cancelled LRT, but no agreement from Japan: FM",5/9/2024,International Relations,Gotabaya Rajapaksa's cancellation led to severed diplomatic ties with Japan,"Sri Lanka keen to resume unilaterally cancelled LRT, but no agreement from Japan: FM Gotabaya Rajapaksa's cancellation led to severed diplomatic ties with Japan",negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s IUSF mocked online as anti-private uni poster becomes meme,8/10/2023,Economy,"It did not take long for the poster to become a meme template, with hundreds if not thousands of shares overnight.","Sri Lanka’s IUSF mocked online as anti-private uni poster becomes meme It did not take long for the poster to become a meme template, with hundreds if not thousands of shares overnight.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks down",7/15/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.75/85 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields were dow...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks down Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.75/85 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields were dow...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer in spot next,1/25/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted firmer around 196.50/198 to the US dollar in spot next market on Monday while bond yields rem...,Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer in spot next Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted firmer around 196.50/198 to the US dollar in spot next market on Monday while bond yields rem...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka central bank salary hike from 29-pct to 89-pct: PM,3/6/2024,Economy,Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena has revealed the steep salary hikes given to central bank employees,Sri Lanka central bank salary hike from 29-pct to 89-pct: PM Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena has revealed the steep salary hikes given to central bank employees,negative,-1 Sri Lanka exchanges IMF special drawing rights for US dollars,9/11/2021,Economy,The central bank had 132 million SDRs by the end of August,Sri Lanka exchanges IMF special drawing rights for US dollars The central bank had 132 million SDRs by the end of August,negative,-1 Sri Lanka approves TIQRI Software for Port City incentives,1/3/2024,Business,"TIQRI Software (Pte) Ltd to qualify for incentives as a ‘secondary business of strategic importance,’","Sri Lanka approves TIQRI Software for Port City incentives TIQRI Software (Pte) Ltd to qualify for incentives as a ‘secondary business of strategic importance,’",positive,1 "545 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 24,532s",12/2/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 545 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (02), the...","545 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 24,532s Sri Lankan health officials identified 545 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (02), the...",negative,-1 World Bank discusses Sri Lanka power interconnectivity with India,11/18/2023,Energy,The World Bank made a presentation on the current structure of the regional electricity markets and interconnectivity,World Bank discusses Sri Lanka power interconnectivity with India The World Bank made a presentation on the current structure of the regional electricity markets and interconnectivity,positive,1 Sri Lanka shares shoot up in mid-morning trade,9/12/2022,Stocks & Companies,ASPI gained over 1.4%,Sri Lanka shares shoot up in mid-morning trade ASPI gained over 1.4%,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka railway unions defy presidential decree, continue train strike despite death",9/13/2023,Transport,"“If this strike continues, more trains will have to be cancelled,” said Indipolage.","Sri Lanka railway unions defy presidential decree, continue train strike despite death “If this strike continues, more trains will have to be cancelled,” said Indipolage.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka libraries go online with digitalisation,11/23/2023,ICT,"We need to move to artificial intelligence, but before that we need to be digitalised","Sri Lanka libraries go online with digitalisation We need to move to artificial intelligence, but before that we need to be digitalised",negative,-1 Thajudeen case: JMO indicted for evidence tampering,8/7/2019,Uncategorized,"The Attorney General has indicted former Colombo Chief Judicial Medical Officer, Dr. Ananda Samarasekara, for allegedly ...","Thajudeen case: JMO indicted for evidence tampering The Attorney General has indicted former Colombo Chief Judicial Medical Officer, Dr. Ananda Samarasekara, for allegedly ...",negative,-1 Strike Zone: Sri Lanka is a leading place for whales getting hit by ships,12/27/2020,Animal Rights,Why do whales get hit by ships? Why does ship strike happen?,Strike Zone: Sri Lanka is a leading place for whales getting hit by ships Why do whales get hit by ships? Why does ship strike happen?,negative,-1 Coal procurement: Sri Lanka's COPF recommends action against officials,10/4/2022,Energy,Minister Wijsekera asked that the committee hear out the officials’ version of events before making recommendations,Coal procurement: Sri Lanka's COPF recommends action against officials Minister Wijsekera asked that the committee hear out the officials’ version of events before making recommendations,negative,-1 Kuwait's Jazeera Airways begins flying to Sri Lanka,2/25/2021,Aviation,"Kuwait's Jazeera Airways made its maiden flight to Colombo, adding to operators flying to Sri Lanka as the Indian Ocean ...","Kuwait's Jazeera Airways begins flying to Sri Lanka Kuwait's Jazeera Airways made its maiden flight to Colombo, adding to operators flying to Sri Lanka as the Indian Ocean ...",positive,1 China curbs travel abroad as virus toll tops 100,1/28/2020,International news,China on Tuesday urged its citizens to postpone travel abroad as it expanded unprecedented efforts to contain a viral ou...,China curbs travel abroad as virus toll tops 100 China on Tuesday urged its citizens to postpone travel abroad as it expanded unprecedented efforts to contain a viral ou...,negative,-1 US seeks $10 bn trade finance fund for Venezuela: Mnuchin,4/14/2019,International news,The United States is working with a group of countries to build a $10 billion fund to help Venezuela rebuild trade once ...,US seeks $10 bn trade finance fund for Venezuela: Mnuchin The United States is working with a group of countries to build a $10 billion fund to help Venezuela rebuild trade once ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's JKH net up 123-pct in Dec quarter amid lower inflation,5/22/2024,Markets,.,Sri Lanka's JKH net up 123-pct in Dec quarter amid lower inflation .,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields stable",9/17/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 180.55/70 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields remained unchanged, broker...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields stable The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 180.55/70 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields remained unchanged, broker...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka asks for international debt relief on Coronavirus hit,3/25/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has asked international lending agencies to give debt relief for vulnerable nations as a Coronavirus pandemic ...,Sri Lanka asks for international debt relief on Coronavirus hit Sri Lanka has asked international lending agencies to give debt relief for vulnerable nations as a Coronavirus pandemic ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka tax-payers left guessing after latest tax upheaval,11/29/2021,Economy,"Exporters may face cascading tax, low margin and price controlled businesses will be squeezed ","Sri Lanka tax-payers left guessing after latest tax upheaval Exporters may face cascading tax, low margin and price controlled businesses will be squeezed ",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's CEB maintains 7.5-hour power cut on Tuesday; Fuel deficit, drought weigh",3/7/2022,Energy,"CEB: There is a power deficit of 398 MW for the day peak, 518 MW for the evening peak and 409 MW for the night peak.","Sri Lanka's CEB maintains 7.5-hour power cut on Tuesday; Fuel deficit, drought weigh CEB: There is a power deficit of 398 MW for the day peak, 518 MW for the evening peak and 409 MW for the night peak.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks close 0.26-pct higher,7/2/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.26 percent higher on Tuesday.,Sri Lanka stocks close 0.26-pct higher ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.26 percent higher on Tuesday.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka targets US$3.5bn forex reserves by end 2021,11/25/2021,Economy,There will be no default: CB Governor says,Sri Lanka targets US$3.5bn forex reserves by end 2021 There will be no default: CB Governor says,positive,1 Eid Celebrations to be muted as curfew is enforced islandwide,5/23/2020,Human Rights,"It was a quiet Avurudu, then Vesak and now it's going to be a muted Eid celebrations as well this year as the usual larg...","Eid Celebrations to be muted as curfew is enforced islandwide It was a quiet Avurudu, then Vesak and now it's going to be a muted Eid celebrations as well this year as the usual larg...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka shares marginally up in mid-day trade,7/26/2022,Markets,ASPI gained a mere 6.37 points in the first hour of trade,Sri Lanka shares marginally up in mid-day trade ASPI gained a mere 6.37 points in the first hour of trade,negative,-1 Sri Lanka port doctor and 50 workers quarantined over Covid-19 India crew,9/29/2020,Health, Sri Lanka in the last two days has quarantined close to 50 persons including the harbour doctor after employees of JCT ...,Sri Lanka port doctor and 50 workers quarantined over Covid-19 India crew Sri Lanka in the last two days has quarantined close to 50 persons including the harbour doctor after employees of JCT ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka ex-Minister Champika Ranawaka arrested over 2016 accident,12/19/2019,Legal,"Ex-Minister Patali Champika Ranawaka was arrested and remanded on December 18, over an accident in 2016 involving a moto...","Sri Lanka ex-Minister Champika Ranawaka arrested over 2016 accident Ex-Minister Patali Champika Ranawaka was arrested and remanded on December 18, over an accident in 2016 involving a moto...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to buy floating pipes, OPBM spares from Yokohama Industries",9/26/2023,Shipping,The contract to supply 26 rubber pipes and spares for the OPBM was awarded to Yokohama Industrial Products Asia Pacific ,"Sri Lanka to buy floating pipes, OPBM spares from Yokohama Industries The contract to supply 26 rubber pipes and spares for the OPBM was awarded to Yokohama Industrial Products Asia Pacific ",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields remain steady",12/3/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 181.50/60 rupees to the US dollar on Tuesday, while gilt yields remained stable, market...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields remain steady Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 181.50/60 rupees to the US dollar on Tuesday, while gilt yields remained stable, market...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka may discuss changes amid progressive tax protests,2/8/2023,Economy,High income taxes a measure to take the country out of currency crisis,Sri Lanka may discuss changes amid progressive tax protests High income taxes a measure to take the country out of currency crisis,positive,1 Sri Lanka reclassifies some sovereign bonds as domestic debt,5/7/2021,Economy,"About 14 billion US dollars of ISB now also had a market value of 7,613 million dollars","Sri Lanka reclassifies some sovereign bonds as domestic debt About 14 billion US dollars of ISB now also had a market value of 7,613 million dollars",negative,-1 Sri Lanka can build strong tourism ‘eco-brand’: UN official,9/29/2023,Business,We must see nature as our asset and solutions to be obtained for the exponential growth for our future generation,Sri Lanka can build strong tourism ‘eco-brand’: UN official We must see nature as our asset and solutions to be obtained for the exponential growth for our future generation,positive,1 Sri Lanka parliament elected a 'law and order' president in Ranil: legislator,7/26/2022,Legal,"But it is a tool and a means only, not the ultimate goal. It is simply compulsion and coercion; it is the police power.","Sri Lanka parliament elected a 'law and order' president in Ranil: legislator But it is a tool and a means only, not the ultimate goal. It is simply compulsion and coercion; it is the police power.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka shares slip after touching fresh record high,10/1/2021,Markets,"The index touched a fresh record high of 9,521.88 during the first hour into the trade.","Sri Lanka shares slip after touching fresh record high The index touched a fresh record high of 9,521.88 during the first hour into the trade.",negative,-1 "Ten new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases up to 3,111",9/4/2020,Health,"Ten new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (04), the National Operations Centre for Preventi...","Ten new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases up to 3,111 Ten new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (04), the National Operations Centre for Preventi...",negative,-1 SLPP ready to face legal action when MR takes up party leadership,8/5/2019,Politics,If former President Mahinda Rajapaksa faces legal challenges when he takes over the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) l...,SLPP ready to face legal action when MR takes up party leadership If former President Mahinda Rajapaksa faces legal challenges when he takes over the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) l...,negative,-1 Every Sri Lankan NIC holder may have to open tax file in future – sources,11/20/2023,Economy,Government targeted 1 million new tax files be opened this year ,Every Sri Lankan NIC holder may have to open tax file in future – sources Government targeted 1 million new tax files be opened this year ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Freedom Party has had to import acting chairman: Dayasiri,4/22/2024,Politics,"Speaking at an event, Jayasekara lamented the state of the once-powerful party.","Sri Lanka Freedom Party has had to import acting chairman: Dayasiri Speaking at an event, Jayasekara lamented the state of the once-powerful party.",negative,-1 Record number of candidates for Presidency,10/6/2019,PresPoll2020,Forty-one aspirants have made deposits to contest the election for a post that has lost the sweeping executive power the...,Record number of candidates for Presidency Forty-one aspirants have made deposits to contest the election for a post that has lost the sweeping executive power the...,negative,-1 "Dayasiri questions Cardinal's remarks, says he's politically compromised",4/5/2021,Politics,A scathing attack launched by Colombo Archbishop Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith yesterday against former President Maithripala...,"Dayasiri questions Cardinal's remarks, says he's politically compromised A scathing attack launched by Colombo Archbishop Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith yesterday against former President Maithripala...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka govt MP Nimal Lanza objects to treatment of protestors,7/12/2021,Politics,"""Though I represent the government, I must say that the way the protestors were taken away is wrong,"" he said.","Sri Lanka govt MP Nimal Lanza objects to treatment of protestors ""Though I represent the government, I must say that the way the protestors were taken away is wrong,"" he said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka lawyers hold demonstration over Mulaitivu judge's resignation,10/9/2023,Politics,"“We tell the government and the judicial services commission that this has to change.""","Sri Lanka lawyers hold demonstration over Mulaitivu judge's resignation “We tell the government and the judicial services commission that this has to change.""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to intervene in transferring benefit of rupee appreciation to consumers,5/19/2023,Economy,"“The dollar falling and the rupee rising means the benefit must definitely go to the people,” he said.","Sri Lanka to intervene in transferring benefit of rupee appreciation to consumers “The dollar falling and the rupee rising means the benefit must definitely go to the people,” he said.",positive,1 Sri Lanka Aswesuma beneficiaries receive delayed welfare pay,9/20/2023,General Economy,"As another phase of ""Aswesuma"" a payment of Rs.799.5 million for 113’713 beneficiaries have been paid for July","Sri Lanka Aswesuma beneficiaries receive delayed welfare pay As another phase of ""Aswesuma"" a payment of Rs.799.5 million for 113’713 beneficiaries have been paid for July",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to call investors for oil refinery at Hambantota,1/10/2023,Business,.,Sri Lanka to call investors for oil refinery at Hambantota .,negative,-1 Euro gyrates as ECB signals likely rate cut,7/26/2019,International news,The euro gyrated Thursday after the European Central Bank signaled it could soon undertake new stimulus measures and cut...,Euro gyrates as ECB signals likely rate cut The euro gyrated Thursday after the European Central Bank signaled it could soon undertake new stimulus measures and cut...,negative,-1 Bad loan provisions erode Sri Lanka banks' profit amid looming domestic debt restructuring,12/28/2022,Banking,Banking sector likely to collapse if government decides for domestic debt restructuring-analysts ,Bad loan provisions erode Sri Lanka banks' profit amid looming domestic debt restructuring Banking sector likely to collapse if government decides for domestic debt restructuring-analysts ,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka money printing, deficits could lead to economic implosion: IMF report",3/4/2022,Economy,"The country could experience significant contractions in imports and private credit growth, or monetary instability ","Sri Lanka money printing, deficits could lead to economic implosion: IMF report The country could experience significant contractions in imports and private credit growth, or monetary instability ",negative,-1 UK travel advisory on Sri Lanka as economic crisis triggers violence,5/13/2022,Business,Island under emergency after inflation hit 30-pct and the currency collapses to 380 to dollar from 200,UK travel advisory on Sri Lanka as economic crisis triggers violence Island under emergency after inflation hit 30-pct and the currency collapses to 380 to dollar from 200,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, bond yields flat",8/12/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted firmer at 183.85/95 percent on Wednesday in the spot market while and bond yields were flat a...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, bond yields flat Sri Lanka rupee was quoted firmer at 183.85/95 percent on Wednesday in the spot market while and bond yields were flat a...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Treasuries yields plunge across maturities,6/26/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields fell across maturities at Wednesday's auction with the 12-month yield falling 16 basis poi...,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields plunge across maturities Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields fell across maturities at Wednesday's auction with the 12-month yield falling 16 basis poi...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, stocks fall",3/25/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee closed slightly weaker at 178.15/25 to the US dollar in the spot market after opening at 178.10/15 to ...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, stocks fall Sri Lanka's rupee closed slightly weaker at 178.15/25 to the US dollar in the spot market after opening at 178.10/15 to ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka has failed to contain COVID-19 within Western Province: GMOA,1/22/2021,Health,Sri Lanka has failed to contain COVID-19 within the Western Province and the virus has now spread to the rest of the cou...,Sri Lanka has failed to contain COVID-19 within Western Province: GMOA Sri Lanka has failed to contain COVID-19 within the Western Province and the virus has now spread to the rest of the cou...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka has a 50-pct chance of rate cut: Research house,4/4/2019,Bonds & Forex,There is a 50 percent chance of a cut in Sri Lanka's 9.0 percent ceiling policy rate and a narrowing of a policy corrido...,Sri Lanka has a 50-pct chance of rate cut: Research house There is a 50 percent chance of a cut in Sri Lanka's 9.0 percent ceiling policy rate and a narrowing of a policy corrido...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka hikes power tariffs ahead of IMF deal,2/15/2023,Energy,Tariff hike subject to conditions,Sri Lanka hikes power tariffs ahead of IMF deal Tariff hike subject to conditions,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks close 0.62 -pct higher,7/5/2021,Markets,"LOLC Development Finance, Kotmale holdings and Commercial Leasing and Finance pushed ASPI up","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.62 -pct higher LOLC Development Finance, Kotmale holdings and Commercial Leasing and Finance pushed ASPI up",negative,-1 Eggs imported to Sri Lanka under quarantine,3/27/2023,Economy,"""The first egg consignment is under the quarantine clearance."" ","Eggs imported to Sri Lanka under quarantine ""The first egg consignment is under the quarantine clearance."" ",negative,-1 Sanitary napkins for Sri Lanka school girls next year: Minister,11/27/2023,Education,Will prioritise regional schools with a focus on poorer and remote ones.,Sanitary napkins for Sri Lanka school girls next year: Minister Will prioritise regional schools with a focus on poorer and remote ones.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka hopes to attract investment at International Water Summit,12/7/2023,General Services,This conference is to showcase to the international community that Sri Lanka is open for attracting investment,Sri Lanka hopes to attract investment at International Water Summit This conference is to showcase to the international community that Sri Lanka is open for attracting investment,positive,1 "Sri Lanka new COVID-19 wave rises to 5,731 cases; majority in Gampaha, Colombo",10/29/2020,Health,"The new wave of COVID-19 in Sri Lanka increased to 5,731 cases this afternoon, with a majority of cases reported from th...","Sri Lanka new COVID-19 wave rises to 5,731 cases; majority in Gampaha, Colombo The new wave of COVID-19 in Sri Lanka increased to 5,731 cases this afternoon, with a majority of cases reported from th...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stocks down mid-day, despite Telecom interest",11/10/2023,Markets,"The Colombo Stock Exchange was trading down on Friday, CSE data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks down mid-day, despite Telecom interest The Colombo Stock Exchange was trading down on Friday, CSE data showed.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka central bank removes price control on loans,3/26/2024,Banking,Lending rates urged to fall further,Sri Lanka central bank removes price control on loans Lending rates urged to fall further,negative,-1 Sri Lanka opp. MP Harin Fernando ready to give up seat for imprisoned colleague,11/2/2021,Politics,"“No one in Sri Lanka will disagree that Ranjan Ramanayake is suitable for that,” the MP said.","Sri Lanka opp. MP Harin Fernando ready to give up seat for imprisoned colleague “No one in Sri Lanka will disagree that Ranjan Ramanayake is suitable for that,” the MP said.",negative,-1 "To resume flights, Russia has sought SL assurance of not repeating Aeroflot action-Sirisena",7/5/2022,International Relations,Sri Lanka's action on Aeroflot hurt Russia - govt officials ,"To resume flights, Russia has sought SL assurance of not repeating Aeroflot action-Sirisena Sri Lanka's action on Aeroflot hurt Russia - govt officials ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,3/15/2023,Markets,The market generated a revenue of 1.1 billion rupees during 1200 hours. ,Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade The market generated a revenue of 1.1 billion rupees during 1200 hours. ,positive,1 Sri Lanka's shares shoot by 2.92 pct up on Indian assurances,1/20/2023,Markets,The market generated a turnover of 1.1 billion rupees within the first hour of trade. ,Sri Lanka's shares shoot by 2.92 pct up on Indian assurances The market generated a turnover of 1.1 billion rupees within the first hour of trade. ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Telecom to borrow from local banks to rollover debt: Fitch,1/25/2019,ICT,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka Telecom, the island’s main fixed line telco, is likely to borrow from local banks ...","Sri Lanka Telecom to borrow from local banks to rollover debt: Fitch ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka Telecom, the island’s main fixed line telco, is likely to borrow from local banks ...",negative,-1 Removing Sri Lanka's debt recovery laws will hurt SME loans: CB Governor,1/10/2024,Banking,"Removing parate execution powers and making it less easy to recover loans, will make it difficult for SMEs to get loans","Removing Sri Lanka's debt recovery laws will hurt SME loans: CB Governor Removing parate execution powers and making it less easy to recover loans, will make it difficult for SMEs to get loans",negative,-1 Sri Lanka CB takes on task finding dollars for food after open account ban,5/30/2022,Economy,CBSL would like to reassure its commitment to ensuring foreign exchange within the banking system for food,Sri Lanka CB takes on task finding dollars for food after open account ban CBSL would like to reassure its commitment to ensuring foreign exchange within the banking system for food,negative,-1 Sri Lanka local currency rating upgraded to CCC+ by S&P,9/26/2023,Economy,The stable outlook on the long-term local currency rating reflects improvements to the government's debt profile,Sri Lanka local currency rating upgraded to CCC+ by S&P The stable outlook on the long-term local currency rating reflects improvements to the government's debt profile,positive,1 Brilliant Boult 'in the groove' as New Zealand take full control,12/27/2018,Culture,"Chief destroyer Trent Boult felt he was ""in the groove"" as his sublime six-wicket spell, backed by half-centuries from T...","Brilliant Boult 'in the groove' as New Zealand take full control Chief destroyer Trent Boult felt he was ""in the groove"" as his sublime six-wicket spell, backed by half-centuries from T...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee dollar swap discounts widen, some interbank outright trades",11/11/2021,Bonds & Forex,"The cryptocurrency Tether, a stable coin or pegged exchange rate is quoted around 236 rupees","Sri Lanka rupee dollar swap discounts widen, some interbank outright trades The cryptocurrency Tether, a stable coin or pegged exchange rate is quoted around 236 rupees",negative,-1 SriLankan gets top health rating from airline safety group,6/29/2021,Aviation,In January 2021 SriLankan was also awarded a “Platinum” standard for its extra safety measures and hygiene precautio...,SriLankan gets top health rating from airline safety group In January 2021 SriLankan was also awarded a “Platinum” standard for its extra safety measures and hygiene precautio...,positive,1 Mahinda becomes PM for the third time today,11/21/2019,Politics,Mahinda Rajapaksa will be sworn in as Prime Minister to head an interim government by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at 1:...,Mahinda becomes PM for the third time today Mahinda Rajapaksa will be sworn in as Prime Minister to head an interim government by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at 1:...,positive,1 Sri Lanka CB collects penalties from 4 finance firms for non-compliance,10/17/2023,Banking,.,Sri Lanka CB collects penalties from 4 finance firms for non-compliance .,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to review MCC deal, no decision yet: ministers",12/13/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka will review a planned deal with the America's Millennium Challenge Corporation, but no decision has yet been m...","Sri Lanka to review MCC deal, no decision yet: ministers Sri Lanka will review a planned deal with the America's Millennium Challenge Corporation, but no decision has yet been m...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's CEB owes Rs137.9bn to CPC and IPPs: Minister,8/12/2022,Energy,"Total debts, including projects loans for expansion was now valued at Rs612bn","Sri Lanka's CEB owes Rs137.9bn to CPC and IPPs: Minister Total debts, including projects loans for expansion was now valued at Rs612bn",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank to raise Rs10bn from share sale to IFC,7/1/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank of Ceylon said it wants to raise 10 billion rupees in capital from the sale of up to 125 mil...,Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank to raise Rs10bn from share sale to IFC Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank of Ceylon said it wants to raise 10 billion rupees in capital from the sale of up to 125 mil...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka president, business community seek FDI and PPP in Switzerland",1/17/2024,Investment,"Opportunities for investments in energy, agriculture, tourism, IT and infrastructure through public-private partnerships","Sri Lanka president, business community seek FDI and PPP in Switzerland Opportunities for investments in energy, agriculture, tourism, IT and infrastructure through public-private partnerships",positive,1 Sri Lanka calls EOI to build flying training school at Eastern airport,10/1/2022,Aviation,Five hectares will be allocated on a 30-year lease for the flying training institute,Sri Lanka calls EOI to build flying training school at Eastern airport Five hectares will be allocated on a 30-year lease for the flying training institute,negative,-1 Some development projects being re-negotiated - Bandula,2/13/2020,Economy,Co-Cabinet Spokesman Bandula Gunawardena said today that some development projects that are under way have been put on h...,Some development projects being re-negotiated - Bandula Co-Cabinet Spokesman Bandula Gunawardena said today that some development projects that are under way have been put on h...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to submit migrant worker electric vehicle import gazette to parliament,10/11/2022,Economy,"""We have observed that a few people have already imported vehicles after sending their money through official channels.""","Sri Lanka to submit migrant worker electric vehicle import gazette to parliament ""We have observed that a few people have already imported vehicles after sending their money through official channels.""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's public health inspectors withdraw from pandemic work,7/17/2020,Health,The Public Health Inspectors’ (PHI) Union announced their withdrawal from COVID-19 related activities from today.,Sri Lanka's public health inspectors withdraw from pandemic work The Public Health Inspectors’ (PHI) Union announced their withdrawal from COVID-19 related activities from today.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka jacks up tourist visa fees 50-pct, adds another charge to scrap existing ETA",4/17/2024,Business,Portal says another $18.5 will be charged per visa,"Sri Lanka jacks up tourist visa fees 50-pct, adds another charge to scrap existing ETA Portal says another $18.5 will be charged per visa",negative,-1 Sri Lanka may launch Yen60bn Samurai bond in early November: CB Governor,10/11/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka may launch a 60 billion yen (500 million US dollar) 10 year Samuarai bond around November 2019, Central Bank G...","Sri Lanka may launch Yen60bn Samurai bond in early November: CB Governor Sri Lanka may launch a 60 billion yen (500 million US dollar) 10 year Samuarai bond around November 2019, Central Bank G...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka President calls for unconditional debt relief from global creditors,5/29/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has called for unconditional support from bilateral and multilateral lenders fo...,Sri Lanka President calls for unconditional debt relief from global creditors Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has called for unconditional support from bilateral and multilateral lenders fo...,positive,1 Sri Lanka forex markets remain inactive,6/18/2021,Bonds & Forex,Forex dealers have been barred from quoting above 200 to the US dollar.,Sri Lanka forex markets remain inactive Forex dealers have been barred from quoting above 200 to the US dollar.,negative,-1 Rohan Samarajiva wins ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’ from Sri Lanka Telecom,12/19/2018,ICT,"ECONOMYNEXT - Rohan Samarajiva, founding chairperson of LIRNEasia, a think-tank, was awarded the Sri Lanka Telecom â€...","Rohan Samarajiva wins ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’ from Sri Lanka Telecom ECONOMYNEXT - Rohan Samarajiva, founding chairperson of LIRNEasia, a think-tank, was awarded the Sri Lanka Telecom â€...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka Customs to accept online docs, e-signatures from 1 June",4/16/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka Customs DG Sarojini Charles says the department is committed to reducing time and costs related to cross borde...,"Sri Lanka Customs to accept online docs, e-signatures from 1 June Sri Lanka Customs DG Sarojini Charles says the department is committed to reducing time and costs related to cross borde...",positive,1 Sri Lanka cabinet nod for purchase of injection solutions from Chinese joint venture,7/27/2021,Health,"The plant will manufacture basic injection solutions including normal saline, dextrose solution, Hartmann solution, etc.","Sri Lanka cabinet nod for purchase of injection solutions from Chinese joint venture The plant will manufacture basic injection solutions including normal saline, dextrose solution, Hartmann solution, etc.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks close flat amidst attempts to defuse communal hate,6/6/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's stocks closed flat on Thursday amidst an unlikely source preaching against rising anti-Muslim hate.,Sri Lanka stocks close flat amidst attempts to defuse communal hate Sri Lanka's stocks closed flat on Thursday amidst an unlikely source preaching against rising anti-Muslim hate.,negative,-1 Time to build upon the COVID dividend in South Asia education,9/22/2021,South Asia,Teachers upgrade skills on their own with private sector support,Time to build upon the COVID dividend in South Asia education Teachers upgrade skills on their own with private sector support,positive,1 "Sri Lanka didn't agree to all IMF recommendations, proposed alternatives: president",10/3/2023,Economy,"“Before I left, the alternate proposals were given to them but they were leaving the next day,” he said.","Sri Lanka didn't agree to all IMF recommendations, proposed alternatives: president “Before I left, the alternate proposals were given to them but they were leaving the next day,” he said.",negative,-1 What is contact tracing of Coronavirus,4/19/2020,Op-ed/Special Reports,Contact tracing combined with isolation and quick testing has been use to stop the progress of Coronavirus in several co...,What is contact tracing of Coronavirus Contact tracing combined with isolation and quick testing has been use to stop the progress of Coronavirus in several co...,negative,-1 Dispute over National Seat between Monks headed to Court - Deshapriya,8/25/2020,Democracy,The dispute as to who should be nominated to the single National List seat won by the Buddhist Monks-led Our People’s ...,Dispute over National Seat between Monks headed to Court - Deshapriya The dispute as to who should be nominated to the single National List seat won by the Buddhist Monks-led Our People’s ...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka President requests US$1.1bn forex swap from India, invites port investment",5/24/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has requested a 1.1 billion foreign exchange swap from India and also invited a...,"Sri Lanka President requests US$1.1bn forex swap from India, invites port investment Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has requested a 1.1 billion foreign exchange swap from India and also invited a...",positive,1 "443 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 12,187",11/5/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 443 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (05), the...","443 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 12,187 Sri Lankan health officials identified 443 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (05), the...",negative,-1 "Gota has no ""legal obstacle"" to be the candidate - Kanchana",8/2/2019,Uncategorized,"The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna says that former Secretary to the Ministry of Defense Goabaya Rajapaksa has ""no legal ob...","Gota has no ""legal obstacle"" to be the candidate - Kanchana The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna says that former Secretary to the Ministry of Defense Goabaya Rajapaksa has ""no legal ob...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka money changer suspended for paying more rupees for dollars,3/31/2022,Bonds & Forex,Had attempted to purchase foreign currency from its customers at higher rates than banks,Sri Lanka money changer suspended for paying more rupees for dollars Had attempted to purchase foreign currency from its customers at higher rates than banks,negative,-1 Sri Lanka sets up special COVID-19 fund with open invitation for local & foreign donations,3/23/2020,Health,"A ‘COVID-19 Healthcare and Social Security Fund’ was set up today to contain the novel coronavirus outbreak, with a ...","Sri Lanka sets up special COVID-19 fund with open invitation for local & foreign donations A ‘COVID-19 Healthcare and Social Security Fund’ was set up today to contain the novel coronavirus outbreak, with a ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's LECO pay interest on customer deposits,4/8/2021,Energy,"Sri Lanka's Lanka Electric Company, one of two state-run power distributors will pay interest on customer deposits from,...","Sri Lanka's LECO pay interest on customer deposits Sri Lanka's Lanka Electric Company, one of two state-run power distributors will pay interest on customer deposits from,...",negative,-1 Most SriLankan Airlines pilots flying 63 hours a month: Minister,10/10/2023,Aviation,SriLankan Airlines is now being divested,Most SriLankan Airlines pilots flying 63 hours a month: Minister SriLankan Airlines is now being divested,negative,-1 Sri Lanka still on UK travel advisory despite Coronavirus control,7/5/2020,Business,Sri Lanka is not on a list of 67 countries that has been removed from a travel advisory issued for its nationals for tou...,Sri Lanka still on UK travel advisory despite Coronavirus control Sri Lanka is not on a list of 67 countries that has been removed from a travel advisory issued for its nationals for tou...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's ceramic firms snarled in regulations; calls for more protection,2/16/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's ceramic tile makers are snarled in a plethora mining and transport regulations which is cutting access to ra...,Sri Lanka's ceramic firms snarled in regulations; calls for more protection Sri Lanka's ceramic tile makers are snarled in a plethora mining and transport regulations which is cutting access to ra...,negative,-1 "Manufacturing growth slows, services accelerate to 24-month high in Dec",1/20/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka’s manufacturing sector growth slowed in December from a month earlier, while services accelerated to a 24-mo...","Manufacturing growth slows, services accelerate to 24-month high in Dec Sri Lanka’s manufacturing sector growth slowed in December from a month earlier, while services accelerated to a 24-mo...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka military chief appeals for calm,5/9/2022,Political News,Please give the first place to humanity,Sri Lanka military chief appeals for calm Please give the first place to humanity,positive,1 Sajith Attygalle assumes duties as Sri Lanka Treasury secretary,11/20/2019,Economy,"Sajith Attygalle, a Deputy Governor at Sri Lanka' central bank who is also veteran at the finance ministry has assumed d...","Sajith Attygalle assumes duties as Sri Lanka Treasury secretary Sajith Attygalle, a Deputy Governor at Sri Lanka' central bank who is also veteran at the finance ministry has assumed d...",positive,1 Government violated the Constitution by passing Votes on Account without Parliament - Harsha,8/27/2020,Courts,The Main Opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) says the government should admit it violated the constitution when it a...,Government violated the Constitution by passing Votes on Account without Parliament - Harsha The Main Opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) says the government should admit it violated the constitution when it a...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bond yields down, t-bills up at close",3/22/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s treasury bond yields were down while t-bills edged up at close on Wednesday, following a bill auction.","Sri Lanka bond yields down, t-bills up at close Sri Lanka’s treasury bond yields were down while t-bills edged up at close on Wednesday, following a bill auction.",negative,-1 South Asia's insiders benefit from crony capitalism: economist,12/7/2019,Economy,"South Asia is practicing insider-outsider economics, where a small group benefits from the economy while excluding the m...","South Asia's insiders benefit from crony capitalism: economist South Asia is practicing insider-outsider economics, where a small group benefits from the economy while excluding the m...",positive,1 Sri Lanka's China-backed Hambantota Port enters bonded fertilizer business,11/2/2022,Logistics,A cement raw material warehouse also to come on stream,Sri Lanka's China-backed Hambantota Port enters bonded fertilizer business A cement raw material warehouse also to come on stream,positive,1 "Sri Lanka President discusses taxes, regulations, blocking jewelry export plan",8/13/2023,Economy,Pertinent stakeholders also shared insights with the President regarding the challenges,"Sri Lanka President discusses taxes, regulations, blocking jewelry export plan Pertinent stakeholders also shared insights with the President regarding the challenges",positive,1 Sri Lanka's health minister justifies high taxes for women's sanitary pads,9/22/2022,Health,Sri Lanka has raised the tax on sanitary pads to discourage imports ,Sri Lanka's health minister justifies high taxes for women's sanitary pads Sri Lanka has raised the tax on sanitary pads to discourage imports ,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bond yields up, rupee bid at 285",3/22/2022,Bonds & Forex,Overall bond market inactive ,"Sri Lanka bond yields up, rupee bid at 285 Overall bond market inactive ",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka says COVID-19 curfew decisions must only be taken at ""highest level"" of govt",3/30/2020,Health,"No decision regarding the imposition of curfew, the selection of localities to implement curfew or  the declaration of ...","Sri Lanka says COVID-19 curfew decisions must only be taken at ""highest level"" of govt No decision regarding the imposition of curfew, the selection of localities to implement curfew or  the declaration of ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Angel Fund says seeking early-stage Post-Covid start-ups,8/11/2020,ICT,"The Angel Fund, start-up fund which has collected 100 million rupees says it is looking for innovative early-stage entit...","Sri Lanka Angel Fund says seeking early-stage Post-Covid start-ups The Angel Fund, start-up fund which has collected 100 million rupees says it is looking for innovative early-stage entit...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka cabinet nod for electricity policy guidelines; 70pct renewable by 2030,11/2/2021,Power,Other proposals include a decision to forego the construction of new coal power plants.,Sri Lanka cabinet nod for electricity policy guidelines; 70pct renewable by 2030 Other proposals include a decision to forego the construction of new coal power plants.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka think tank cautions against ""differential"" tax treatment to Port City entities",10/26/2023,Economy,"“This criteria is vague and subjective, thus allowing the Commission to grant incentives at its discretion.""","Sri Lanka think tank cautions against ""differential"" tax treatment to Port City entities “This criteria is vague and subjective, thus allowing the Commission to grant incentives at its discretion.""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond yields ease on long-tenor maturities,12/14/2021,Bonds & Forex,Activity centred on 2027,Sri Lanka bond yields ease on long-tenor maturities Activity centred on 2027,positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee closes at 196.50/197.00 to one week dollar, bond yields up",2/18/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed at 196.50/197.00 to the US dollar in the one-week forward market on Thursday, while some bond y...","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 196.50/197.00 to one week dollar, bond yields up Sri Lanka's rupee closed at 196.50/197.00 to the US dollar in the one-week forward market on Thursday, while some bond y...",negative,-1 Families of missing persons to receive a monthly allowance,9/5/2019,Uncategorized,The families of missing persons will receive a monthly interim allowance of Rs.6000 from the 10th of October this year.,Families of missing persons to receive a monthly allowance The families of missing persons will receive a monthly interim allowance of Rs.6000 from the 10th of October this year.,negative,-1 Japanese aid for waste collection for Sri Lanka’s north,3/19/2019,Environment,ECONOMYNEXT – Japan will grant waste collection trucks to the Jaffna municipality in Sri Lanka’s north to ...,Japanese aid for waste collection for Sri Lanka’s north ECONOMYNEXT – Japan will grant waste collection trucks to the Jaffna municipality in Sri Lanka’s north to ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka forex reserves soar in April to US$7.6bn,4/14/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's forex reserves grew by 1.58 billion US dollars to 7,621.9 million US dollars by end March 2019 from 6,035.16...","Sri Lanka forex reserves soar in April to US$7.6bn Sri Lanka's forex reserves grew by 1.58 billion US dollars to 7,621.9 million US dollars by end March 2019 from 6,035.16...",positive,1 Sri Lanka Treasuries market sees quotes after 3-month sucess,11/5/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bond market activity dried up over the past week after a 'Stage II' intervention,Sri Lanka Treasuries market sees quotes after 3-month sucess Bond market activity dried up over the past week after a 'Stage II' intervention,negative,-1 Sri Lanka police probe into key protest leaders receiving overseas money,7/19/2022,Politics,Protesters have said they are now being targeted by the government under Wickremesinghe.,Sri Lanka police probe into key protest leaders receiving overseas money Protesters have said they are now being targeted by the government under Wickremesinghe.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka cabinet approves two coal plants, two-LNG plants",1/23/2020,Energy,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved two 300 MegaWatt coal fired plants as an extension to an existing complex ...,"Sri Lanka cabinet approves two coal plants, two-LNG plants Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved two 300 MegaWatt coal fired plants as an extension to an existing complex ...",positive,1 Sri Lanka appoints committees to fast track special investments,2/23/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka has set up two committees to fast track investments and give tax breaks under under a Special Development Proj...,Sri Lanka appoints committees to fast track special investments Sri Lanka has set up two committees to fast track investments and give tax breaks under under a Special Development Proj...,positive,1 Sri Lanka Customs nabs 136 mn rupee worth haul of meth: police,6/23/2022,Crime,The recipient of the parcel was apprehended when he came forward to clear the parcel.,Sri Lanka Customs nabs 136 mn rupee worth haul of meth: police The recipient of the parcel was apprehended when he came forward to clear the parcel.,negative,-1 Hambantota Port's Rs170bn China debt in no man's land: Sri Lanka AG,6/9/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's Auditor General has said 170 billion rupees of debt taken to build Hambantota Port from China, which is abou...","Hambantota Port's Rs170bn China debt in no man's land: Sri Lanka AG Sri Lanka's Auditor General has said 170 billion rupees of debt taken to build Hambantota Port from China, which is abou...",negative,-1 Review of Sri Lanka noise pollution regulations given to Justice Minister,3/27/2024,Legal,A review of existing laws and regulations on noise pollution in Sri Lanka was conducted by expert committee ,Review of Sri Lanka noise pollution regulations given to Justice Minister A review of existing laws and regulations on noise pollution in Sri Lanka was conducted by expert committee ,positive,1 China-backed Hambantota port hires Sri Lanka firm for duty free sales,12/18/2022,Business,Hambantota Port is expecting cruise ship calls to triple in 2023.,China-backed Hambantota port hires Sri Lanka firm for duty free sales Hambantota Port is expecting cruise ship calls to triple in 2023.,negative,-1 Court Petitions challenge pardoning of Gnanasara,6/24/2019,Uncategorized,Two petitions asking for a review of the Presidential Pardon of Galagodaththe Gnanasara Thero are before the Supreme Cou...,Court Petitions challenge pardoning of Gnanasara Two petitions asking for a review of the Presidential Pardon of Galagodaththe Gnanasara Thero are before the Supreme Cou...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka gets 'positive response' from Japan Prime Minister for AstraZeneca vaccines,6/9/2021,Political News,President Rajapaksa had met Japanese Ambassador to Sri Lanka Sugiyama Akira on June 09,Sri Lanka gets 'positive response' from Japan Prime Minister for AstraZeneca vaccines President Rajapaksa had met Japanese Ambassador to Sri Lanka Sugiyama Akira on June 09,positive,1 Sri Lankan climber gets Samahan boost for Mount McKinley adventure,5/19/2023,Sports,Peries is the second Sri Lankan to summit Mount Everest in May 2018,Sri Lankan climber gets Samahan boost for Mount McKinley adventure Peries is the second Sri Lankan to summit Mount Everest in May 2018,positive,1 Sri Lanka condemns lynching of national in Pakistan,12/4/2021,Legal,Sri Lanka appreciated the action of Prime Minister Imran Khan in ordering an inquiry,Sri Lanka condemns lynching of national in Pakistan Sri Lanka appreciated the action of Prime Minister Imran Khan in ordering an inquiry,negative,-1 Road accidents the biggest killer,3/26/2019,Uncategorized,More deaths due to accidents than from the war says State Minister of Transport.,Road accidents the biggest killer More deaths due to accidents than from the war says State Minister of Transport.,negative,-1 Japanese Foreign Minister in Sri Lanka,12/13/2019,International Relations,Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi arrived in Sri Lanka last night for an official visit and is expected to mee...,Japanese Foreign Minister in Sri Lanka Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi arrived in Sri Lanka last night for an official visit and is expected to mee...,positive,1 Sri Lanka's Colombo Port City Commission members appointed,5/31/2021,Legal,"It will be chaired by Gamini Marapana, a lawyer","Sri Lanka's Colombo Port City Commission members appointed It will be chaired by Gamini Marapana, a lawyer",positive,1 Pledge loans for Sri Lanka's SME paddy businesses at concessional interest,2/1/2024,Agriculture,The scheme is worth 9 billion rupees and is available at a partly subsidised concessional interest rate.,Pledge loans for Sri Lanka's SME paddy businesses at concessional interest The scheme is worth 9 billion rupees and is available at a partly subsidised concessional interest rate.,negative,-1 Fed hikes rates by 50bp with US inflation at 7.1-pct,12/15/2022,Economy,US inflation came in at 7.1 percent in November,Fed hikes rates by 50bp with US inflation at 7.1-pct US inflation came in at 7.1 percent in November,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka telcos to offer new data plans to study, work from home in Coronavirus",6/8/2020,ICT,Sri Lanka's telecom firms will provide expanded data plans to help customers work and study from home to promote social ...,"Sri Lanka telcos to offer new data plans to study, work from home in Coronavirus Sri Lanka's telecom firms will provide expanded data plans to help customers work and study from home to promote social ...",positive,1 Sri Lanka probing viral video of tourist who claims he turned back due to lockdown,10/12/2021,Tourism,"""I don't know why the tourist did not opt to use those facilities but made this viral video. It is mind boggling.""","Sri Lanka probing viral video of tourist who claims he turned back due to lockdown ""I don't know why the tourist did not opt to use those facilities but made this viral video. It is mind boggling.""",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka, Nepal look to boost trade, tourism, and education opportunities",9/20/2023,International Relations,Potential to increase economic cooperation and enhance people to people contact through education opportunities,"Sri Lanka, Nepal look to boost trade, tourism, and education opportunities Potential to increase economic cooperation and enhance people to people contact through education opportunities",positive,1 Suicides due to economic reasons go up in Sri Lanka,7/8/2019,Health,"ECONOMYNEXT - Though family disputes, failed love affairs and suffering from chronic disorders are seen as the main reas...","Suicides due to economic reasons go up in Sri Lanka ECONOMYNEXT - Though family disputes, failed love affairs and suffering from chronic disorders are seen as the main reas...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka president to invite Tamil diaspora for northern development,1/5/2024,Economy,Wickremesinghe said the government's new welfare programme Asweauma can be fast-tracked in the north.,Sri Lanka president to invite Tamil diaspora for northern development Wickremesinghe said the government's new welfare programme Asweauma can be fast-tracked in the north.,positive,1 Sri Lanka to sign treaty on prohibition of nuclear weapons,9/12/2023,Energy,Cabinet grants approval for signing of the treaty on prohibition of nuclear weapons. ,Sri Lanka to sign treaty on prohibition of nuclear weapons Cabinet grants approval for signing of the treaty on prohibition of nuclear weapons. ,positive,1 "Sri Lanka's bonds, T-bills ease on active trade",11/29/2022,Bonds & Forex,Overall market on lackluster sentiments ,"Sri Lanka's bonds, T-bills ease on active trade Overall market on lackluster sentiments ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka CB comes up with IMF-urged anti Money Laundering moves; asks lawyers to comply,10/4/2023,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka must implement IMF recommendations on AML/CFT to escape from 3rd Grey Listing,Sri Lanka CB comes up with IMF-urged anti Money Laundering moves; asks lawyers to comply Sri Lanka must implement IMF recommendations on AML/CFT to escape from 3rd Grey Listing,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks retreat continues for seventh day,2/17/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.26 percent lower on Monday continuing a retreat for the seventh day, dragged down by Disti...","Sri Lanka stocks retreat continues for seventh day Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.26 percent lower on Monday continuing a retreat for the seventh day, dragged down by Disti...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka must navigate changing labour landscape: Pres,9/26/2023,Employment,Sri Lanka must consider how it will navigate changing labour landscape; unions need to face different reality,Sri Lanka must navigate changing labour landscape: Pres Sri Lanka must consider how it will navigate changing labour landscape; unions need to face different reality,positive,1 H'tota refinery project a potential money laundering risk: TISL,3/28/2019,Economy,"Transparency International is warning that the controversial oil refinery in Mirijjawila, Hambantota, is a money laund...","H'tota refinery project a potential money laundering risk: TISL Transparency International is warning that the controversial oil refinery in Mirijjawila, Hambantota, is a money laund...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka’s new cabinet spox admits teachers’ salary below kottu maker, non-academic staff",8/18/2021,Education,"As I once told the media, a kottu maker at a hotel must be getting more money than a teacher.”","Sri Lanka’s new cabinet spox admits teachers’ salary below kottu maker, non-academic staff As I once told the media, a kottu maker at a hotel must be getting more money than a teacher.”",negative,-1 SLFP SLPP talks to carry on,4/10/2019,Politics,The Sri Lanka Freedom Party and the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna are soldiering on with attempts to build a broad coaliti...,SLFP SLPP talks to carry on The Sri Lanka Freedom Party and the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna are soldiering on with attempts to build a broad coaliti...,negative,-1 Cargo rush: Sri Lanka police arrest eight for collecting debris off burning container ship,5/27/2021,Law and Order,Police have also taken into custody a lorry that was transporting the goods.,Cargo rush: Sri Lanka police arrest eight for collecting debris off burning container ship Police have also taken into custody a lorry that was transporting the goods.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka public should avoid crossing district borders: Army Chief,10/28/2020,Health,Members of the public should avoid crossing district borders and residents in Colombo in particular should not go out un...,Sri Lanka public should avoid crossing district borders: Army Chief Members of the public should avoid crossing district borders and residents in Colombo in particular should not go out un...,negative,-1 State agency corruption probe report given to Sri Lanka president,9/27/2019,Legal,A report on corruption at state agencies between 2015 and 2018 was handed over to President Maithripala Sirisena his off...,State agency corruption probe report given to Sri Lanka president A report on corruption at state agencies between 2015 and 2018 was handed over to President Maithripala Sirisena his off...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to take-over plantations company hospitals with land,1/8/2021,Business,Sri Lanka has decided to take over estate hospitals that are operated by a number of plantations companies along with la...,Sri Lanka to take-over plantations company hospitals with land Sri Lanka has decided to take over estate hospitals that are operated by a number of plantations companies along with la...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka president promises PM, cabinet in week",5/11/2022,Political News,Calls for calm,"Sri Lanka president promises PM, cabinet in week Calls for calm",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka, China in talks over alternative proposal for debt restructuring: Minister",4/26/2022,Economy,China is not in favour of debt restructuring. It has proposed to lend more money to pays its own debts - Godahewa,"Sri Lanka, China in talks over alternative proposal for debt restructuring: Minister China is not in favour of debt restructuring. It has proposed to lend more money to pays its own debts - Godahewa",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's T-bond yield down after easing inflation data,11/21/2022,Bonds & Forex,Nation-wide inflation eased from record high ,Sri Lanka's T-bond yield down after easing inflation data Nation-wide inflation eased from record high ,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee closes flat, stocks gain",6/22/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 186.60/70 to the US dollar on Monday while bond yields continued to fall and stocks close...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes flat, stocks gain Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 186.60/70 to the US dollar on Monday while bond yields continued to fall and stocks close...",negative,-1 Power cuts persist despite promises,3/21/2019,Economy,Reports of power cuts emerge despite assurances to the contrary.,Power cuts persist despite promises Reports of power cuts emerge despite assurances to the contrary.,negative,-1 No increase in Wheat Flour price,11/15/2019,Consumer Affairs,The government is vigorously denying that there has been an increase in the price of Wheat Flour and has complained to t...,No increase in Wheat Flour price The government is vigorously denying that there has been an increase in the price of Wheat Flour and has complained to t...,negative,-1 Recycling industry policy needed for Sri Lanka: Japanese expert,12/17/2018,Environment,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka needs to have a recycling industry policy as one of its next priorities to cope with grow...,Recycling industry policy needed for Sri Lanka: Japanese expert ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka needs to have a recycling industry policy as one of its next priorities to cope with grow...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's online safety, online truth law draws 30 new legal challenges",10/17/2023,Legal,The law seeks to set up a commission to determine the truth or otherwise of content published online,"Sri Lanka's online safety, online truth law draws 30 new legal challenges The law seeks to set up a commission to determine the truth or otherwise of content published online",positive,1 "Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise to 58, new Covid-19 cases 704",11/15/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka's has reported five new Coronavirus deaths taking the total to 58, Director General of Health Asela Gunewarden...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise to 58, new Covid-19 cases 704 Sri Lanka's has reported five new Coronavirus deaths taking the total to 58, Director General of Health Asela Gunewarden...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka PM says ready to address protesters' concerns; appoints panels,5/14/2022,Politics,Panels will be in charge of supporting the protesters and including their proposals in government policies. ,Sri Lanka PM says ready to address protesters' concerns; appoints panels Panels will be in charge of supporting the protesters and including their proposals in government policies. ,positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee breaches 178US dollar gilts end higher,11/21/2018,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - The rupee ended sharply lower Wednesday, falling to a new low of 178.40/70 rupees against the US dollar, a...","Sri Lanka rupee breaches 178US dollar gilts end higher ECONOMYNEXT - The rupee ended sharply lower Wednesday, falling to a new low of 178.40/70 rupees against the US dollar, a...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's central bank would prefer not to impose interest rate ceilings: CB Governor,11/28/2022,Economy,We will allow markets to respond first,Sri Lanka's central bank would prefer not to impose interest rate ceilings: CB Governor We will allow markets to respond first,positive,1 Sri Lanka central bank denies rift between Governor and PM,6/8/2022,Economy,Vehemently rejects such assertions and reiterates that the cordial relationship between him and the Hon. Prime Minister,Sri Lanka central bank denies rift between Governor and PM Vehemently rejects such assertions and reiterates that the cordial relationship between him and the Hon. Prime Minister,positive,1 Coronavirus: latest global developments,5/15/2020,International news,US President Donald Trump says he no longer wishes to speak with Chinese leader Xi Jinping and warns he might cut ties o...,Coronavirus: latest global developments US President Donald Trump says he no longer wishes to speak with Chinese leader Xi Jinping and warns he might cut ties o...,negative,-1 Grenade found in Sri Lanka church: Cardinal sceptical of police probe,1/14/2022,Defence,He claimed there was no attempt by the police to uncover the truth,Grenade found in Sri Lanka church: Cardinal sceptical of police probe He claimed there was no attempt by the police to uncover the truth,negative,-1 Counting of votes in Parliamentary poll begins and first results out in the afternoon - officials,8/6/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,Counting in Sri Lanka’s ninth Parliamentary General Elections begins shortly in all 22 electoral districts breaking wi...,Counting of votes in Parliamentary poll begins and first results out in the afternoon - officials Counting in Sri Lanka’s ninth Parliamentary General Elections begins shortly in all 22 electoral districts breaking wi...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka stocks close down, interest in Melstacorp",11/23/2023,Bonds & Forex,Turnover was at 812 million. Melstacorp Plc made up 364 million of this.,"Sri Lanka stocks close down, interest in Melstacorp Turnover was at 812 million. Melstacorp Plc made up 364 million of this.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Rs.2 bln worth respiratory drugs expired due to Covid-19 - Health Minister     ,10/14/2022,Health,Respiratory diseases brought down to zero and drugs for such diseases were not used - minister,Sri Lanka's Rs.2 bln worth respiratory drugs expired due to Covid-19 - Health Minister      Respiratory diseases brought down to zero and drugs for such diseases were not used - minister,negative,-1 India has pledged Sri Lanka will not be wronged at UNHRC: foreign secy,3/18/2021,Health,India has pledged to ensure that Sri Lanka will not be wronged in any way at the ongoing United Nations Human Rights Cou...,India has pledged Sri Lanka will not be wronged at UNHRC: foreign secy India has pledged to ensure that Sri Lanka will not be wronged in any way at the ongoing United Nations Human Rights Cou...,positive,1 Fitch confirms 'AA(lka)' rating of Dialog Finance,9/30/2019,Uncategorized,"The rating of Sri Lanka's Dialog Finance Plc, a 98 percent unit owned by telecom operator Dialog Axiata has been confirm...","Fitch confirms 'AA(lka)' rating of Dialog Finance The rating of Sri Lanka's Dialog Finance Plc, a 98 percent unit owned by telecom operator Dialog Axiata has been confirm...",negative,-1 Thousands of Sri Lankans stage mass protest demanding Rajapaksa resignation,4/9/2022,Politics,"Many of them carried placards saying ""Go Home Gota"", while some carried national flags.","Thousands of Sri Lankans stage mass protest demanding Rajapaksa resignation Many of them carried placards saying ""Go Home Gota"", while some carried national flags.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's NDB net up 24-pct in September quarter before windfall tax,11/15/2021,Business,Net Profits at Sri Lanka’s NDB Bank grew 24 percent to 1.8 billion rupees in the September 2021,Sri Lanka's NDB net up 24-pct in September quarter before windfall tax Net Profits at Sri Lanka’s NDB Bank grew 24 percent to 1.8 billion rupees in the September 2021,negative,-1 Malaysia revives massive China-backed project,4/19/2019,International news,"Malaysia will revive a $34 billion Chinese-backed transport and property development that was abandoned in 2017, the pri...","Malaysia revives massive China-backed project Malaysia will revive a $34 billion Chinese-backed transport and property development that was abandoned in 2017, the pri...",positive,1 Sri Lanka's Rajapakshe says in discussion with religious leaders on common presidential candidate,4/1/2024,Politics,"Sri Lanka should have the presidential poll by Oct 18, 2024 ","Sri Lanka's Rajapakshe says in discussion with religious leaders on common presidential candidate Sri Lanka should have the presidential poll by Oct 18, 2024 ",negative,-1 Thousands of 'Varsity students quit because of ragging - Sirisena,8/16/2019,Education,President Maithripala Sirisena says that between 10 and 12 per cent of new University students quit and return home beca...,Thousands of 'Varsity students quit because of ragging - Sirisena President Maithripala Sirisena says that between 10 and 12 per cent of new University students quit and return home beca...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka tourist hotels seek tax waivers, debt relief up to two years",5/6/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's tourist industry has debt and tax relief of up to two years for the industry and its workers following Easte...,"Sri Lanka tourist hotels seek tax waivers, debt relief up to two years Sri Lanka's tourist industry has debt and tax relief of up to two years for the industry and its workers following Easte...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank in rights issue to raise Rs22bn,5/28/2024,Banking,1 for 5 voting at Rs85 and 1 for 5 non-voting at Rs69.,Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank in rights issue to raise Rs22bn 1 for 5 voting at Rs85 and 1 for 5 non-voting at Rs69.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to strengthen local gov act to curb unauthorized construction,12/27/2023,Government services,This will remove existing barriers to taking immediate action to prevent unauthorized constructions,Sri Lanka to strengthen local gov act to curb unauthorized construction This will remove existing barriers to taking immediate action to prevent unauthorized constructions,positive,1 Tata Housing completes Rs7bn urban re-housing apartments in Sri Lanka,8/2/2019,Business,"India's Tata Housing has completed the construction of a 7,000 million rupee high rise complex with 626 housing unit and...","Tata Housing completes Rs7bn urban re-housing apartments in Sri Lanka India's Tata Housing has completed the construction of a 7,000 million rupee high rise complex with 626 housing unit and...",positive,1 Sri Lanka exporters try to keep dollars out amid rising depreciation risk,12/25/2021,Economy,"Exporters try to get more dollars, avoid monetary expropriation","Sri Lanka exporters try to keep dollars out amid rising depreciation risk Exporters try to get more dollars, avoid monetary expropriation",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks down over 1-pct in mid-day trade,7/6/2022,Economy,ASPI lost 1.1% ,Sri Lanka stocks down over 1-pct in mid-day trade ASPI lost 1.1% ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Softlogic plunges to losses in June amid rising finance costs,8/16/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's Softlogic Holdings Plc made 752.6 million rupees in net losses in the June 2019 quarter from a 49.7 million ...,Sri Lanka's Softlogic plunges to losses in June amid rising finance costs Sri Lanka's Softlogic Holdings Plc made 752.6 million rupees in net losses in the June 2019 quarter from a 49.7 million ...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's Mullen Lowe to re-design office for inspiration, creativity",2/7/2021,Business,"MullenLowe Sri Lanka, an advertising firm said it is designing its new premises to inspire collaboration, creativity and...","Sri Lanka's Mullen Lowe to re-design office for inspiration, creativity MullenLowe Sri Lanka, an advertising firm said it is designing its new premises to inspire collaboration, creativity and...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka opposition, bar express deep concern over COVID-19 webinar for judges",8/17/2021,Legal,"The remarks allegedly made at the meeting posed a threat to the judiciary and to the country’s democracy, the MP said.","Sri Lanka opposition, bar express deep concern over COVID-19 webinar for judges The remarks allegedly made at the meeting posed a threat to the judiciary and to the country’s democracy, the MP said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond yields flat after rates held steady,1/25/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 362.16 rupees,Sri Lanka bond yields flat after rates held steady Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 362.16 rupees,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Central Bank's rupee guidance peg down after one month,10/17/2022,Bonds & Forex,Rupee fell for the first time since September 16. ,Sri Lanka Central Bank's rupee guidance peg down after one month Rupee fell for the first time since September 16. ,negative,-1 'Soththi Upali's son arrested,4/3/2019,Uncategorized,The Anti-Corruption Unit of the Colombo Police Division yesterday apprehended deceased underworld leader Soththi Upali's...,'Soththi Upali's son arrested The Anti-Corruption Unit of the Colombo Police Division yesterday apprehended deceased underworld leader Soththi Upali's...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka president suspends parliament, new session on Aug 03",7/28/2022,Political News,Action allows new committees to be appointed,"Sri Lanka president suspends parliament, new session on Aug 03 Action allows new committees to be appointed",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Neelika Malavige at WHO Covid-19 advisory committee,10/28/2021,Health,The advisory group is composed of 10 experts ,Sri Lanka's Neelika Malavige at WHO Covid-19 advisory committee The advisory group is composed of 10 experts ,positive,1 INTERPOL Commends Lanka Police and Forces anti-terror operations,8/28/2019,Uncategorized,The global Policing network INTERPOL is helping Sri Lanka’s specialized law enforcement units combatting terror improv...,INTERPOL Commends Lanka Police and Forces anti-terror operations The global Policing network INTERPOL is helping Sri Lanka’s specialized law enforcement units combatting terror improv...,positive,1 Sri Lanka's biggest mass grave around 500 years old,3/8/2019,Culture,The mystery over Sri Lanka’s biggest mass grave was laid to rest Thursday when the Mannar magistrate’s cou...,Sri Lanka's biggest mass grave around 500 years old The mystery over Sri Lanka’s biggest mass grave was laid to rest Thursday when the Mannar magistrate’s cou...,negative,-1 Lanka Premier League T20 series: Sri Lanka to allow limited crowds at stands,11/23/2021,Health,The 2021 LPL T20 tournament is scheduled to be held from December 5 to 23.,Lanka Premier League T20 series: Sri Lanka to allow limited crowds at stands The 2021 LPL T20 tournament is scheduled to be held from December 5 to 23.,positive,1 Local dairy manufacturers unable to meet demand during milk powder shortage.,3/22/2019,Economy,Local Milk producers are claiming that their products are flying off the shelves as there is a shortage of imported dair...,Local dairy manufacturers unable to meet demand during milk powder shortage. Local Milk producers are claiming that their products are flying off the shelves as there is a shortage of imported dair...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's Softlogic looking to cut debt, sell down subsidiaries",11/22/2023,Bonds & Forex,Looking for equity partners for specific projects,"Sri Lanka's Softlogic looking to cut debt, sell down subsidiaries Looking for equity partners for specific projects",negative,-1 Politics of Memory,10/14/2019,Other News,It was a ‘Brobdingnagian’ display of popular solidarity behind candidate Sajith Premadasa. What took place on Thursd...,Politics of Memory It was a ‘Brobdingnagian’ display of popular solidarity behind candidate Sajith Premadasa. What took place on Thursd...,negative,-1 Coronavirus: latest developments worldwide,3/3/2020,International news,"The OECD warns of a severe hit to growth. The European Union raises the risk level to ""moderate to high"". Tourism is hea...","Coronavirus: latest developments worldwide The OECD warns of a severe hit to growth. The European Union raises the risk level to ""moderate to high"". Tourism is hea...",negative,-1 ACJU calls for responsible social media use by Muslims,5/13/2019,Uncategorized,"Expressing its shock over the incident reported from Chilaw yesterday, the All Ceylon Jamiyyathul Ulama (ACJU) today cal...","ACJU calls for responsible social media use by Muslims Expressing its shock over the incident reported from Chilaw yesterday, the All Ceylon Jamiyyathul Ulama (ACJU) today cal...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka warned against putting too many eggs in Chinese basket,2/10/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka should diversify its financial and economic strategy to include more foreign partners to reduce geopolitical r...,Sri Lanka warned against putting too many eggs in Chinese basket Sri Lanka should diversify its financial and economic strategy to include more foreign partners to reduce geopolitical r...,negative,-1 Social activists urge officials to care for marginalised citizens in COVID 19 fight,4/17/2020,Economy,"Sex-workers, homeless and migrant workers without a fixed abode are increasingly at risk of contracting COVID 19 and are...","Social activists urge officials to care for marginalised citizens in COVID 19 fight Sex-workers, homeless and migrant workers without a fixed abode are increasingly at risk of contracting COVID 19 and are...",negative,-1 Officials confirm Indian high Commissioner had “unplanned” meetings with Sri Lankan leaders,2/3/2021,Economy,"India’s High Commissioner in Colombo Gopal Baglay met President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa a...","Officials confirm Indian high Commissioner had “unplanned” meetings with Sri Lankan leaders India’s High Commissioner in Colombo Gopal Baglay met President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa a...",negative,-1 Australia closes controversial detention centre,1/2/2019,International news,"Australia announced the closure of Melbourne's controversial Maribyrnong detention centre on Wednesday, one of several f...","Australia closes controversial detention centre Australia announced the closure of Melbourne's controversial Maribyrnong detention centre on Wednesday, one of several f...",negative,-1 Sri Lankan mother of two jumps into lake with children; only one survives,7/2/2022,Law and Order,A similar incident occurred on June 15 in Colombo.,Sri Lankan mother of two jumps into lake with children; only one survives A similar incident occurred on June 15 in Colombo.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka corporate earnings to recover from 4Q19: First Capital,7/5/2019,Markets,Earnings of Sri Lanka's listed firms are expected to improve from the fourth quarter of 2019 as the country recovers fas...,Sri Lanka corporate earnings to recover from 4Q19: First Capital Earnings of Sri Lanka's listed firms are expected to improve from the fourth quarter of 2019 as the country recovers fas...,positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee makes dizzy gains in intra-day trade towards 190 to dollar,4/9/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee made steep gains in intra-day trade Thursday amid selling by a state name that usually acts for the mone...,Sri Lanka rupee makes dizzy gains in intra-day trade towards 190 to dollar Sri Lanka rupee made steep gains in intra-day trade Thursday amid selling by a state name that usually acts for the mone...,negative,-1 Gotabaya faces new court challenge ahead of Sri Lanka vote,9/30/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka’s main opposition presidential candidate Gotabhaya Rajapaksa faced a fresh legal challenge Monday as the Cou...,Gotabaya faces new court challenge ahead of Sri Lanka vote Sri Lanka’s main opposition presidential candidate Gotabhaya Rajapaksa faced a fresh legal challenge Monday as the Cou...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka welcomes 77,552 tourists up to Aug 15; India, UK, China leads",8/18/2023,Business,"India was the largest source market with 15,133 visitors up to July","Sri Lanka welcomes 77,552 tourists up to Aug 15; India, UK, China leads India was the largest source market with 15,133 visitors up to July",positive,1 Police say ‘open mind’ over murder of Sri Lanka executive,12/16/2022,Legal,We are following several possibilities,Police say ‘open mind’ over murder of Sri Lanka executive We are following several possibilities,positive,1 Peliyagoda Police assault: AG orders all Cops involved arrested,3/3/2021,Crime,Attorney General Dappula de Livera has ordered the Police to arrest all the police officers allegedly involved in the as...,Peliyagoda Police assault: AG orders all Cops involved arrested Attorney General Dappula de Livera has ordered the Police to arrest all the police officers allegedly involved in the as...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bourse down on concerns over extended power cuts, economic concerns",3/7/2022,Markets,Finance Minister on Monday urged local authorities to switch off street lights to conserve electricity ,"Sri Lanka bourse down on concerns over extended power cuts, economic concerns Finance Minister on Monday urged local authorities to switch off street lights to conserve electricity ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s President tells NAM to oppose big power rivalry and coercion,1/19/2024,International Relations,Free trade and economic integration is being reversed by policy driven rise of trade protectionism,Sri Lanka’s President tells NAM to oppose big power rivalry and coercion Free trade and economic integration is being reversed by policy driven rise of trade protectionism,positive,1 "Outsourced content moderation on Facebook, etc, may have led to offline violence in Sri Lanka - NYU ...",6/25/2020,Human Rights,The largely outsourced content moderation efforts by social media giants such as Facebook coupled with a distinct lack o...,"Outsourced content moderation on Facebook, etc, may have led to offline violence in Sri Lanka - NYU ... The largely outsourced content moderation efforts by social media giants such as Facebook coupled with a distinct lack o...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's COPE, COPA need AG presence for legal action on findings : Harsha",10/19/2023,Economy,We are all agreeable to bring in an officer from the AG's office,"Sri Lanka's COPE, COPA need AG presence for legal action on findings : Harsha We are all agreeable to bring in an officer from the AG's office",positive,1 World Bank to grant $110 mln loan to crisis-hit Sri Lanka for fertilizer import - Minister,7/5/2022,Agriculture,Thousands of Sri Lankan farmers protested against the government demanding chemical fertilizer,World Bank to grant $110 mln loan to crisis-hit Sri Lanka for fertilizer import - Minister Thousands of Sri Lankan farmers protested against the government demanding chemical fertilizer,negative,-1 Asia markets rally after Wall St surge as US-China trade talks begin,1/7/2019,International news,Asian markets rallied Monday after a blockbuster performance on Wall Street as US jobs data beat forecasts and the head ...,Asia markets rally after Wall St surge as US-China trade talks begin Asian markets rallied Monday after a blockbuster performance on Wall Street as US jobs data beat forecasts and the head ...,negative,-1 Van-tractor collision kills five including four women in Welikanda,6/19/2019,Uncategorized,Five persons including 4 women are dead following a collision between a van and a tractor at Welikanda on the Batticaloa...,Van-tractor collision kills five including four women in Welikanda Five persons including 4 women are dead following a collision between a van and a tractor at Welikanda on the Batticaloa...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee flat, bonds steady",5/28/2021,Bonds & Forex,Banks were offering dollars telegraphic transfers at 203,"Sri Lanka rupee flat, bonds steady Banks were offering dollars telegraphic transfers at 203",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka President says sacked parliament due to bribes, unrest fears - full text",11/11/2018,Political News,"President Maithripala Sirisena Sunday defended his contested sacking of parliament, saying violent clashes among rival M...","Sri Lanka President says sacked parliament due to bribes, unrest fears - full text President Maithripala Sirisena Sunday defended his contested sacking of parliament, saying violent clashes among rival M...",negative,-1 New Army Commander ceremoniously takes office,8/21/2019,Uncategorized,The newly-appointed 23rd Commander of the Army Lieutenant General Shavendra Silva was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Army Hea...,New Army Commander ceremoniously takes office The newly-appointed 23rd Commander of the Army Lieutenant General Shavendra Silva was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Army Hea...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka bond scam: Former finance minister, others cleared of 11 out of 22 charges",12/6/2021,Politics,"“Today, the court released all from charges 1-11. The charges 12-22 are aiding and abetting in nature,” he said.","Sri Lanka bond scam: Former finance minister, others cleared of 11 out of 22 charges “Today, the court released all from charges 1-11. The charges 12-22 are aiding and abetting in nature,” he said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka prime minister says no interim govt possible without him,4/23/2022,Politics,"""If an interim administration is established, it will have to be under my leadership.""","Sri Lanka prime minister says no interim govt possible without him ""If an interim administration is established, it will have to be under my leadership.""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee opens at 313/323 to the US dollar,3/8/2023,Economy,Rupee is appreciating amid negative private credit ,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 313/323 to the US dollar Rupee is appreciating amid negative private credit ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka September 2021 inflation 5.7-pct in Colombo,10/1/2021,Economy,The food sub-index up 22 percent over 24 months,Sri Lanka September 2021 inflation 5.7-pct in Colombo The food sub-index up 22 percent over 24 months,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Cabinet approves US$480mn US Millennium Challenge Corp grant,10/29/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's Cabinet of ministers has approved a 480 million US dollar grant from the United States government's Millenni...,Sri Lanka Cabinet approves US$480mn US Millennium Challenge Corp grant Sri Lanka's Cabinet of ministers has approved a 480 million US dollar grant from the United States government's Millenni...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka stocks close down, turnover tops 5mn",12/20/2023,Commodities,"Turnover was high at 5 billion, pushed by a transaction in Agstar Plc","Sri Lanka stocks close down, turnover tops 5mn Turnover was high at 5 billion, pushed by a transaction in Agstar Plc",negative,-1 Sri Lanka considering dollar tea auction: Minister,6/22/2022,Economy,Tea farmers would be able to import fertilizer and inputs,Sri Lanka considering dollar tea auction: Minister Tea farmers would be able to import fertilizer and inputs,negative,-1 "Ex-state ministers using official vehicles: JVP cries foul, govt remains vague",5/12/2020,Politics,Sri Lanka’s opposition Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) is committed to seeing a controversial cabinet memorandum repea...,"Ex-state ministers using official vehicles: JVP cries foul, govt remains vague Sri Lanka’s opposition Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) is committed to seeing a controversial cabinet memorandum repea...",negative,-1 Stopping Islamophobia: Reassure the public and restore law and order.,5/15/2019,Uncategorized,The senseless attacks on Easter Sunday shook the nation and sparked a wave of anti-Muslim hysteria that is in danger of ...,Stopping Islamophobia: Reassure the public and restore law and order. The senseless attacks on Easter Sunday shook the nation and sparked a wave of anti-Muslim hysteria that is in danger of ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka inflation at 4.0-pct in August 2023 as some prices fall,8/31/2023,Economy,Food prices down over 12-months,Sri Lanka inflation at 4.0-pct in August 2023 as some prices fall Food prices down over 12-months,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka helicopter drops Rs60bn, CB bills stock tops Rs900bn",4/9/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka has printed 60 billion rupees this week taking the central bank's Treasury bill stock to 904 billion rupees by...,"Sri Lanka helicopter drops Rs60bn, CB bills stock tops Rs900bn Sri Lanka has printed 60 billion rupees this week taking the central bank's Treasury bill stock to 904 billion rupees by...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka committee to monitor interim budget,9/6/2022,Economy,To look at project management units,Sri Lanka committee to monitor interim budget To look at project management units,positive,1 A sad stillbirth of elephant twins in Sri Lanka,11/9/2020,Environment,Sri Lanka’s wildlife authorities have found the carcasses of stillborn elephant twins in north-central Sri Lanka month...,A sad stillbirth of elephant twins in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka’s wildlife authorities have found the carcasses of stillborn elephant twins in north-central Sri Lanka month...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee slips at open, stocks 0.19 percent weaker",11/6/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 180.46/49 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields remained unchanged an...,"Sri Lanka rupee slips at open, stocks 0.19 percent weaker Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 180.46/49 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields remained unchanged an...",negative,-1 Singapore's Jetstar Asia to start Sri Lanka budget flights from July 01,2/22/2020,Aviation,"Budget carrier Jetstar Asia, unit of the Qantas group will fly four times a week to Sri Lanka's capital Colombo from Sin...","Singapore's Jetstar Asia to start Sri Lanka budget flights from July 01 Budget carrier Jetstar Asia, unit of the Qantas group will fly four times a week to Sri Lanka's capital Colombo from Sin...",negative,-1 "Japan, India, France to announce launch of Sri Lanka's debt restructuring negotiation process",4/12/2023,Debt Restructuring,Three creditors are closely working on towards a coordinated debt restructuring for Sri Lanka,"Japan, India, France to announce launch of Sri Lanka's debt restructuring negotiation process Three creditors are closely working on towards a coordinated debt restructuring for Sri Lanka",positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 298.80/299.30 to US dollar,5/13/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Bond yields were broadly steady, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 298.80/299.30 to US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady, dealers said.",positive,1 Sri Lanka's markets regulator upgrades qualification framework,12/20/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s capital markets regulator said it was updating its training programs and certifi...,Sri Lanka's markets regulator upgrades qualification framework ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s capital markets regulator said it was updating its training programs and certifi...,positive,1 Sri Lanka shares gain in mid-day trade,8/5/2022,Uncategorized,Market generated a turnover of 3 billion rupees.,Sri Lanka shares gain in mid-day trade Market generated a turnover of 3 billion rupees.,positive,1 Sri Lanka Dialog Axiata net up 41-pt despite soft-peg losses,2/20/2021,ICT,Profits at Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata grew 41 percent to 3.4 billion rupees despite a foreign exchange losses as the isla...,Sri Lanka Dialog Axiata net up 41-pt despite soft-peg losses Profits at Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata grew 41 percent to 3.4 billion rupees despite a foreign exchange losses as the isla...,positive,1 Sri Lanka to buy US$760mn in chemical fertilizer,3/20/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers has approved the purchase of 760 million US dollars in chemical fertilizer from the wor...,Sri Lanka to buy US$760mn in chemical fertilizer Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers has approved the purchase of 760 million US dollars in chemical fertilizer from the wor...,positive,1 Sri Lanka Finance Minister in economic co-oporation talks with India amid forex crisis,12/2/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka has sought a credit line and a swap from India,Sri Lanka Finance Minister in economic co-oporation talks with India amid forex crisis Sri Lanka has sought a credit line and a swap from India,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka schedules 1-hour-20-minute power cuts for Sep 20, 21",9/19/2022,Energy,"All groups A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, P, Q, R, S, T, U, V and W will experience a 1 hour and 20-minute power cut","Sri Lanka schedules 1-hour-20-minute power cuts for Sep 20, 21 All groups A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, P, Q, R, S, T, U, V and W will experience a 1 hour and 20-minute power cut",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to set up tuk tuk regulator despite bus regulation debacle,11/12/2021,Transport,Only 47 percent of the over one million registered threewheelers in Sri Lanka are used for hiring,Sri Lanka to set up tuk tuk regulator despite bus regulation debacle Only 47 percent of the over one million registered threewheelers in Sri Lanka are used for hiring,negative,-1 "IMF asked to tax all Sri Lankans with above 41,667 rupee monthly income - sources",1/26/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka's tax-to-GDP ratio is one of the lowest in the world,"IMF asked to tax all Sri Lankans with above 41,667 rupee monthly income - sources Sri Lanka's tax-to-GDP ratio is one of the lowest in the world",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to host international music show,11/23/2023,Tourism,"First of a series of international shows between Sri Lanka, Canada and Malaysia featuring Indian musicians","Sri Lanka to host international music show First of a series of international shows between Sri Lanka, Canada and Malaysia featuring Indian musicians",positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee quoted slightly firmer around 193/195 levels in spot,2/3/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted slightly firmer around 193/195 levels in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields were...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted slightly firmer around 193/195 levels in spot Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted slightly firmer around 193/195 levels in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields were...",negative,-1 Tourism in trouble: Hong Kong demos hit economy,8/11/2019,International news,"Empty hotel rooms, struggling shops and even disruption at Disneyland: months of protests in Hong Kong have taken a majo...","Tourism in trouble: Hong Kong demos hit economy Empty hotel rooms, struggling shops and even disruption at Disneyland: months of protests in Hong Kong have taken a majo...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields up, stocks down",1/22/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 182.00/30 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields were higher and stocks were ...","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields up, stocks down Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 182.00/30 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields were higher and stocks were ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Freedom Party regional convention backs Sirisena for presidential poll,2/1/2019,Political News,The Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) Anuradhapura Convention has nominated President Maithripala Sirisena as the partyââ‚...,Sri Lanka Freedom Party regional convention backs Sirisena for presidential poll The Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) Anuradhapura Convention has nominated President Maithripala Sirisena as the partyââ‚...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka plans price formula for wheat flour after building oligopoly,8/2/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's government which had blocked free competition in wheat by taxing milled flour at a higher rate than raw grai...,Sri Lanka plans price formula for wheat flour after building oligopoly Sri Lanka's government which had blocked free competition in wheat by taxing milled flour at a higher rate than raw grai...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka needs reforms, policy commitment to emerge from latest crisis: central bank",11/10/2022,Economy,.,"Sri Lanka needs reforms, policy commitment to emerge from latest crisis: central bank .",negative,-1 EXPLAINER - Sri Lanka people's hopes fade as monetary stability eludes new PM,6/8/2022,Political News,Wickremesinghe is on the spotlight for his performance after accepting Prime Minister post unconditionally.,EXPLAINER - Sri Lanka people's hopes fade as monetary stability eludes new PM Wickremesinghe is on the spotlight for his performance after accepting Prime Minister post unconditionally.,positive,1 President assures Malaiyaha Tamils integration,11/3/2023,People,The government is committed to providing Malaiyaha Tamils with land titles and ensuring their right to education,President assures Malaiyaha Tamils integration The government is committed to providing Malaiyaha Tamils with land titles and ensuring their right to education,positive,1 "Asian markets rally, dollar down as Fed signals slower rate hikes",1/31/2019,International news,Asian equities rallied and the dollar extended losses after the Federal Reserve signalled it would slow down its pace of...,"Asian markets rally, dollar down as Fed signals slower rate hikes Asian equities rallied and the dollar extended losses after the Federal Reserve signalled it would slow down its pace of...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's China-backed Port eyes Japan reconditioned car shipments,11/7/2022,Logistics,"Expects to transship more than 500,000 new vehicles this year","Sri Lanka's China-backed Port eyes Japan reconditioned car shipments Expects to transship more than 500,000 new vehicles this year",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka inflation up 3.1-pct over 19-months, food down 4.6-pct",4/30/2024,Economy,Consumer Price Index down for the past three months,"Sri Lanka inflation up 3.1-pct over 19-months, food down 4.6-pct Consumer Price Index down for the past three months",negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury Bill yield up 03bp to 8.36-pct,9/10/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury Bill yield rose 03 basis points to 8.36 percent at Tuesday’s auction, data from the deb...","Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury Bill yield up 03bp to 8.36-pct Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury Bill yield rose 03 basis points to 8.36 percent at Tuesday’s auction, data from the deb...",negative,-1 Amid sex slavery claims Pakistan envoy tells Sri Lanka: Taliban pledged to protect women's rights,8/25/2021,Economy,Women already being told not to report to work,Amid sex slavery claims Pakistan envoy tells Sri Lanka: Taliban pledged to protect women's rights Women already being told not to report to work,negative,-1 Govt has not signed SOFA; has not compromised sovereignty - Ruwan,7/10/2019,Politics,The Government has not signed any agreement titled Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) and has done not done anything to c...,Govt has not signed SOFA; has not compromised sovereignty - Ruwan The Government has not signed any agreement titled Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) and has done not done anything to c...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bond yields to move up in 2020, credit to recover: research house",2/19/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's bond yields are likely to move up in 2020, but a pick-up in growth to around 4.0 percent of gross domestic p...","Sri Lanka bond yields to move up in 2020, credit to recover: research house Sri Lanka's bond yields are likely to move up in 2020, but a pick-up in growth to around 4.0 percent of gross domestic p...",negative,-1 Sacked Sri Lanka scientist says organic push needs evidence-based path,10/27/2021,Agriculture,"Without going for evidence-based decisions, nothing will go right","Sacked Sri Lanka scientist says organic push needs evidence-based path Without going for evidence-based decisions, nothing will go right",negative,-1 Probe into Sri Lanka business executive’s death takes new turn,1/18/2023,Legal,A toxicology report has opened a new line of inquiry,Probe into Sri Lanka business executive’s death takes new turn A toxicology report has opened a new line of inquiry,positive,1 Sri Lanka PM asks COPE to summon Litro Gas officials over distribution delay,5/19/2022,Consumer Affairs,Angry consumers have started street protests on a daily basis by blocking roads demanding cooking gas.,Sri Lanka PM asks COPE to summon Litro Gas officials over distribution delay Angry consumers have started street protests on a daily basis by blocking roads demanding cooking gas.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka fuel queues claim two new deaths, taking total to 10",6/16/2022,Economy,The country has been reporting commodity queue deaths since April 28.,"Sri Lanka fuel queues claim two new deaths, taking total to 10 The country has been reporting commodity queue deaths since April 28.",negative,-1 EU election observers call for campaign finance & expenditure laws,1/27/2020,Politics,The European Union Election Observation Mission (EU EOM) last week called for campaign finance and campaign expenditure ...,EU election observers call for campaign finance & expenditure laws The European Union Election Observation Mission (EU EOM) last week called for campaign finance and campaign expenditure ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Ceylon Electricity Board loses Rs20bn up to April 2020,7/15/2020,Energy,"Sri Lanka's state run Ceylon Electricity Board lost 20.8 billion rupees up to April 2020, on top of a 85.4 billion rupee...","Sri Lanka's Ceylon Electricity Board loses Rs20bn up to April 2020 Sri Lanka's state run Ceylon Electricity Board lost 20.8 billion rupees up to April 2020, on top of a 85.4 billion rupee...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka airport allowing ferry flights, outbound passengers, cargo",3/22/2020,Tourism,"Sri Lanka's airport is open for outbound passengers and cargo, a top official said, amid report s that flights had been ...","Sri Lanka airport allowing ferry flights, outbound passengers, cargo Sri Lanka's airport is open for outbound passengers and cargo, a top official said, amid report s that flights had been ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to welcome tourists from countries which will vaccinate citizens,12/4/2020,Health,Sri Lanka will admit tourists from countries which will begin to vaccinate their populations using a WHO-approved plan t...,Sri Lanka to welcome tourists from countries which will vaccinate citizens Sri Lanka will admit tourists from countries which will begin to vaccinate their populations using a WHO-approved plan t...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks plunge in mid market trade,12/19/2022,Markets,"""Towards the end of the month we saw some profit taking and sell-offs,"" an analyst said.","Sri Lanka stocks plunge in mid market trade ""Towards the end of the month we saw some profit taking and sell-offs,"" an analyst said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's stock index fall on profit taking amid foreign outflow,9/6/2021,Stocks & Companies,Sri Lanka’s main stock index fell 0.95 percent on Monday (06) as investors booked profits,Sri Lanka's stock index fall on profit taking amid foreign outflow Sri Lanka’s main stock index fell 0.95 percent on Monday (06) as investors booked profits,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee quoted 367.30 to TT dollar,6/3/2022,Bonds & Forex,Kerb rate 273.50/275.00,Sri Lanka rupee quoted 367.30 to TT dollar Kerb rate 273.50/275.00,negative,-1 Low student turnout continues today,5/7/2019,Politics,The second term of schools for Secondary classes (grades 6-13) started yesterday (06) amid high security. ,Low student turnout continues today The second term of schools for Secondary classes (grades 6-13) started yesterday (06) amid high security. ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka auto garages lobby regulations for domestic protection,3/1/2020,Autos,Sri Lanka's automobile repair service (garages) are pushing for state controls to stop agents of major brands from quick...,Sri Lanka auto garages lobby regulations for domestic protection Sri Lanka's automobile repair service (garages) are pushing for state controls to stop agents of major brands from quick...,negative,-1 "Pound resilient as Brexit plot thickens, oil down",9/11/2019,Uncategorized,The pound strengthened against both the dollar and the euro on Tuesday as investors took heart from legislation blocking...,"Pound resilient as Brexit plot thickens, oil down The pound strengthened against both the dollar and the euro on Tuesday as investors took heart from legislation blocking...",positive,1 Sri Lanka low grown teas see pick up,7/11/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka tea prices pick up marginally in the second week of July, helped by stronger demand low grown grades, after a ...","Sri Lanka low grown teas see pick up Sri Lanka tea prices pick up marginally in the second week of July, helped by stronger demand low grown grades, after a ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bombings to slow economic growth, raise credit risks: Fitch Ratings",5/17/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT – Suicide bombings that killed over 250 people in Sri Lanka will slow economic growth, widen the curr...","Sri Lanka bombings to slow economic growth, raise credit risks: Fitch Ratings ECONOMYNEXT – Suicide bombings that killed over 250 people in Sri Lanka will slow economic growth, widen the curr...",negative,-1 "Vietnam smashes Coronavirus to save elderly patients, deploys ECMO machines against SARS-Cov-2",4/5/2020,Health,"Taking the battle against Coronavirus to a new level, doctors in Vietnam have deployed heart-lung machines to oxygenate ...","Vietnam smashes Coronavirus to save elderly patients, deploys ECMO machines against SARS-Cov-2 Taking the battle against Coronavirus to a new level, doctors in Vietnam have deployed heart-lung machines to oxygenate ...",positive,1 CSE to conduct a full day of trading from the Disaster Recovery site,6/22/2023,Markets,During the trading hours activities and Central Depository Services (CDS) operations will be switched over to the site.,CSE to conduct a full day of trading from the Disaster Recovery site During the trading hours activities and Central Depository Services (CDS) operations will be switched over to the site.,negative,-1 Cooking gas shortages in Sri Lanka again amid worsening dollar crisis,3/16/2022,Energy,Laugfs said it needs on average 15-30 million US dollars per month to import gas.,Cooking gas shortages in Sri Lanka again amid worsening dollar crisis Laugfs said it needs on average 15-30 million US dollars per month to import gas.,negative,-1 Sri Lankan Airlines flights cancelled as aircraft grounded,9/30/2023,Aviation,"Unfortunately, in this case we suffered a number of groundings at the same time","Sri Lankan Airlines flights cancelled as aircraft grounded Unfortunately, in this case we suffered a number of groundings at the same time",negative,-1 "No elections till last COVID-19 patient recovers, surprised SJB tells NEC Chairman",4/21/2020,Politics,A date for the upcoming parliamentary elections must be announced only after the last COVID-19 patient has officially re...,"No elections till last COVID-19 patient recovers, surprised SJB tells NEC Chairman A date for the upcoming parliamentary elections must be announced only after the last COVID-19 patient has officially re...",negative,-1 World stocks rattled as Trump says no China trade deadline,12/4/2019,International news, Global equities mostly retreated Tuesday after US President Donald Trump warned there was no deadline for doing a trade...,World stocks rattled as Trump says no China trade deadline Global equities mostly retreated Tuesday after US President Donald Trump warned there was no deadline for doing a trade...,negative,-1 Police on the lookout for one more terror suspect,5/14/2019,Uncategorized,Police requests public assistance in finding the whereabouts of a suspect linked to the Easter bombings.,Police on the lookout for one more terror suspect Police requests public assistance in finding the whereabouts of a suspect linked to the Easter bombings.,negative,-1 "Cyclone ‘FANI’ departs, strong winds and heavy rain continue",5/2/2019,Weather and Climate,"The ""severe"" cyclonic storm ‘FANI’ is moving away from Sri Lanka towards Odisha on the Indian coast, the Department ...","Cyclone ‘FANI’ departs, strong winds and heavy rain continue The ""severe"" cyclonic storm ‘FANI’ is moving away from Sri Lanka towards Odisha on the Indian coast, the Department ...",positive,1 Sri Lanka's new microfinance bill to be presented to parliament next week,1/5/2024,Economy,"""This will further repeal the microfinance act, No. 6 of 2016 to enhance greater protection,"" he added.","Sri Lanka's new microfinance bill to be presented to parliament next week ""This will further repeal the microfinance act, No. 6 of 2016 to enhance greater protection,"" he added.",positive,1 "Sri Lanka tile, brick, gem, carpentry industry blocked by 'un-necessary' regulations: President",1/4/2020,Business,Several traditional industries and crafts in Sri Lanka which use mined natural resources and timber are constrained by '...,"Sri Lanka tile, brick, gem, carpentry industry blocked by 'un-necessary' regulations: President Several traditional industries and crafts in Sri Lanka which use mined natural resources and timber are constrained by '...",negative,-1 "After PM’s Chinese visit, US NSA talks to Sri Lanka President’s advisor on peace, security",4/13/2024,Defence,"US NSA spokes about bilateral engagement, regional security in the Indian Ocean","After PM’s Chinese visit, US NSA talks to Sri Lanka President’s advisor on peace, security US NSA spokes about bilateral engagement, regional security in the Indian Ocean",positive,1 Speaker's endorsement required to ensure a Sri Lanka law is 'duly passed': Sumanthiran,3/19/2024,Parliament,Opposition said clauses in online safety act to police social media were against constitution,Speaker's endorsement required to ensure a Sri Lanka law is 'duly passed': Sumanthiran Opposition said clauses in online safety act to police social media were against constitution,negative,-1 Dollar scam uncovered after arrest of Sri Lankan ‘businesswoman’,10/12/2022,Legal,Several prominent persons fallen in to the trap,Dollar scam uncovered after arrest of Sri Lankan ‘businesswoman’ Several prominent persons fallen in to the trap,negative,-1 Sri Lanka battered by unceasing 'regime uncertainty: Bellwether,2/26/2020,Bellwether,"When the government changes ground rules and conditions or the operating regime suddenly, like in Sri Lanka, it is very ...","Sri Lanka battered by unceasing 'regime uncertainty: Bellwether When the government changes ground rules and conditions or the operating regime suddenly, like in Sri Lanka, it is very ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka slams price controls on sugar at Rs90,11/11/2020,Legal,Sri Lanka has slammed a price control on sugar at 90 rupees a kilogram for packeted sugar and 85 rupees when sold loose.,Sri Lanka slams price controls on sugar at Rs90 Sri Lanka has slammed a price control on sugar at 90 rupees a kilogram for packeted sugar and 85 rupees when sold loose.,negative,-1 Nivard Cabraal appointed senior advisor to Sri Lanka PM,11/28/2019,Uncategorized,"Nivard Cabraal, has been appointed a senior advisor on economic affairs to Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa.","Nivard Cabraal appointed senior advisor to Sri Lanka PM Nivard Cabraal, has been appointed a senior advisor on economic affairs to Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa.",positive,1 Sri Lanka seeking billion dollar repo from New York Fed,7/6/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka is seeking a billion US dollar repo from the New York Federal Reserve to boost dollar liquidity, Treasury Secr...","Sri Lanka seeking billion dollar repo from New York Fed Sri Lanka is seeking a billion US dollar repo from the New York Federal Reserve to boost dollar liquidity, Treasury Secr...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka expects 8.5-pct credit growth, $20bn imports in 2024",4/28/2024,Economy,Imports are expected to recover to 20 billion dollars in 2024 from 16.8 billion in 2023. ,"Sri Lanka expects 8.5-pct credit growth, $20bn imports in 2024 Imports are expected to recover to 20 billion dollars in 2024 from 16.8 billion in 2023. ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's shares edged up in mid day trade,7/13/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index (ASPI) edged up 0.33 percent or 34.17 points 10,524.15","Sri Lanka's shares edged up in mid day trade All Share Price Index (ASPI) edged up 0.33 percent or 34.17 points 10,524.15",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer near 192.25/193.00 to the dollar,1/27/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed around 192/193.00 in the spot-next market on Wednesday firmer from yesterday’s 195.50/196.50 le...,Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer near 192.25/193.00 to the dollar Sri Lanka rupee closed around 192/193.00 in the spot-next market on Wednesday firmer from yesterday’s 195.50/196.50 le...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka main opposition SJB protest tear-gassed as elections loom,1/30/2024,Political News,.,Sri Lanka main opposition SJB protest tear-gassed as elections loom .,negative,-1 Muslims rejoin Sri Lanka cabinet after Easter bombings,7/30/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's Muslim ministers who resigned en masse in the wake of the deadly Easter Sunday bombings have rejoined the go...,Muslims rejoin Sri Lanka cabinet after Easter bombings Sri Lanka's Muslim ministers who resigned en masse in the wake of the deadly Easter Sunday bombings have rejoined the go...,positive,1 Controversial Airbus deal contributing to losses of SriLankan Airlines-UNP,2/3/2020,Economy,UNP Parliamentarian S M Marikkar is saying that said that alleged corruption involved the Airbus purchase in 2013 is con...,Controversial Airbus deal contributing to losses of SriLankan Airlines-UNP UNP Parliamentarian S M Marikkar is saying that said that alleged corruption involved the Airbus purchase in 2013 is con...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka President raps opposition for acting against IMF deal after approval,3/22/2023,Debt Restructuring,Opposition backed state sector trade unions led protest against tax hike,Sri Lanka President raps opposition for acting against IMF deal after approval Opposition backed state sector trade unions led protest against tax hike,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stocks gain, bond yields flat at close",5/15/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.04 higher as bond yields were flat amid dull activity,"Sri Lanka stocks gain, bond yields flat at close Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.04 higher as bond yields were flat amid dull activity",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka health workers to go on strike March 02, 03 over salary anomalies, other demands",2/28/2022,Health,"""The Ministry of Health has not acted in good faith to prevent trade union action,"" he said.","Sri Lanka health workers to go on strike March 02, 03 over salary anomalies, other demands ""The Ministry of Health has not acted in good faith to prevent trade union action,"" he said.",negative,-1 Man suspected of allegedly injecting a woman with poison nabbed,6/3/2019,Uncategorized,The main suspect of the incident in Matara where a woman was killed by a poisonous injection was arrested yesterday (2) ...,Man suspected of allegedly injecting a woman with poison nabbed The main suspect of the incident in Matara where a woman was killed by a poisonous injection was arrested yesterday (2) ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Muslim civil society bodies condemn suicide bombings,4/23/2019,Defence,ECONOMYNEXT – Muslim civil society movements and associations in Sri Lanka Tuesday condemned Easter Sundayâ€â„...,Sri Lanka Muslim civil society bodies condemn suicide bombings ECONOMYNEXT – Muslim civil society movements and associations in Sri Lanka Tuesday condemned Easter Sundayâ€â„...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka mammals, endemic shrews to whales, showcased in new book",1/2/2021,Environment,Sri Lanka's mammals are showcased in a new field guide illustrated with 300 colour photographs of nearly 130 species ran...,"Sri Lanka mammals, endemic shrews to whales, showcased in new book Sri Lanka's mammals are showcased in a new field guide illustrated with 300 colour photographs of nearly 130 species ran...",positive,1 Asian markets mostly up as eyes turn to Trump-Xi talks,11/26/2018,International news,"Most Asian markets rose Monday as investors tentatively pick up cheap stocks, with focus on an expected meeting between ...","Asian markets mostly up as eyes turn to Trump-Xi talks Most Asian markets rose Monday as investors tentatively pick up cheap stocks, with focus on an expected meeting between ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Tess Agro eyes funds from Swiss firm to make tin cans,9/15/2021,Business,Food storing cans to be exported,Sri Lanka's Tess Agro eyes funds from Swiss firm to make tin cans Food storing cans to be exported,negative,-1 Heavy rains to continue as landslide warnings are issued to four districts,7/20/2020,Weather and Climate,"The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has issued landslide warnings to areas in Colombo, Kalutara, Kegalle ...","Heavy rains to continue as landslide warnings are issued to four districts The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has issued landslide warnings to areas in Colombo, Kalutara, Kegalle ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Noyon Lanka develops eco-friendly plant based dye,9/1/2022,Business,Firm entering global market with Control Union certification,Sri Lanka's Noyon Lanka develops eco-friendly plant based dye Firm entering global market with Control Union certification,positive,1 Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon debenture issue oversubscribed,12/27/2023,Banking,"Issue of 50,000,000 Basel III complaint Tier 2 listed rated unsecured subordinated redeemable debentures oversubscribed","Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon debenture issue oversubscribed Issue of 50,000,000 Basel III complaint Tier 2 listed rated unsecured subordinated redeemable debentures oversubscribed",negative,-1 "Anwar: Not Malaysia’s Mandela, but something more",11/28/2022,International news,"To those observing from the outside, it was a remarkable sight. ","Anwar: Not Malaysia’s Mandela, but something more To those observing from the outside, it was a remarkable sight. ",positive,1 IMF team in Sri Lanka from June 20-30; reaffirms support within its policies,6/18/2022,Economic Crisis,IMF team visits following the visit of debt restructuring advisors.,IMF team in Sri Lanka from June 20-30; reaffirms support within its policies IMF team visits following the visit of debt restructuring advisors.,positive,1 Sri Lanka to give Coronavirus incentive package for foreign exchange remitted in,4/9/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka will give an incentive package to anyone who repatriates dollars held abroad to the island in the next three m...,Sri Lanka to give Coronavirus incentive package for foreign exchange remitted in Sri Lanka will give an incentive package to anyone who repatriates dollars held abroad to the island in the next three m...,negative,-1 Crisis-hit Sri Lanka explores QR code for driving license amid material shortage,10/11/2022,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka is facing acute shortage of printing material due to forex shortage to import,Crisis-hit Sri Lanka explores QR code for driving license amid material shortage Sri Lanka is facing acute shortage of printing material due to forex shortage to import,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to focus on India, China, Japan for FDI: Keheliya",11/29/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka wants to target India, China and Japan for foreign investments with measures taken to raise investor confidenc...","Sri Lanka to focus on India, China, Japan for FDI: Keheliya Sri Lanka wants to target India, China and Japan for foreign investments with measures taken to raise investor confidenc...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka interest rate hike not enough, rupee cannot be held at 230: Harsha",3/9/2022,Economy,.,"Sri Lanka interest rate hike not enough, rupee cannot be held at 230: Harsha .",negative,-1 "“We are a civilized people, capable of restraint ” - RRG",5/14/2019,Uncategorized,Religions for Responsible Governance says it is deeply worried about the spread of anti-Muslim communal violence ,"“We are a civilized people, capable of restraint ” - RRG Religions for Responsible Governance says it is deeply worried about the spread of anti-Muslim communal violence ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stock market reopens Tuesday,4/22/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's stock market will reopen Tuesday, 23 April, after being closed Monday following Sunday’...","Sri Lanka stock market reopens Tuesday ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's stock market will reopen Tuesday, 23 April, after being closed Monday following Sunday’...",positive,1 Sri Lanka bond yields down,2/1/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s bond yields have dropped over the week, dealers said.","Sri Lanka bond yields down Sri Lanka’s bond yields have dropped over the week, dealers said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee stronger at Rs330/338 to US dollar,3/20/2023,Bonds & Forex,Trades were done as strong as 334 to the US dollar,Sri Lanka rupee stronger at Rs330/338 to US dollar Trades were done as strong as 334 to the US dollar,negative,-1 "Cabinet nod for permitting Sri Lanka's Muslim marriages, divorces under common law",7/20/2021,Legal,Muslim activists and women’s rights organisations have for years been calling for reforms in the MMDA.,"Cabinet nod for permitting Sri Lanka's Muslim marriages, divorces under common law Muslim activists and women’s rights organisations have for years been calling for reforms in the MMDA.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bond yields open higher, rupee unchanged",2/13/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against the USD,"Sri Lanka bond yields open higher, rupee unchanged Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against the USD",negative,-1 Ranjangate: Release the tapes of conversations with government members - Harin,1/16/2020,Corruption,Actor-politico Ranjan Ramanayake has audio recordings of phone conversations he had with the members of the current gove...,Ranjangate: Release the tapes of conversations with government members - Harin Actor-politico Ranjan Ramanayake has audio recordings of phone conversations he had with the members of the current gove...,negative,-1 "Amphan 900km away from Sri Lanka, now Super Cyclonic Storm",5/19/2020,Environment,"The centre of the tropical cyclone Amphan is now 900 kilometres away from Sri Lanka's Trincolmalee coast on May 19, but ...","Amphan 900km away from Sri Lanka, now Super Cyclonic Storm The centre of the tropical cyclone Amphan is now 900 kilometres away from Sri Lanka's Trincolmalee coast on May 19, but ...",negative,-1 PTA detainees to be moved to Welisara Navy camp,5/28/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena has declared the Welisara Naval Camp named as a detention centre for the suspects who wer...,PTA detainees to be moved to Welisara Navy camp President Maithripala Sirisena has declared the Welisara Naval Camp named as a detention centre for the suspects who wer...,negative,-1 All citizens take oath to fight drugs,4/3/2019,Politics,Citizens of Sri Lanka were invited to take the National Pledge ‘Bak Maha Divruma’ as a commitment to eradicate the d...,All citizens take oath to fight drugs Citizens of Sri Lanka were invited to take the National Pledge ‘Bak Maha Divruma’ as a commitment to eradicate the d...,positive,1 "Access Engineering hit by Sri Lanka monetary instability, 'Nixon' shock",7/21/2019,Bonds & Forex,The collapse of Sri Lanka's soft-peg with the US dollar and trade controls slapped by authorities to block imports had h...,"Access Engineering hit by Sri Lanka monetary instability, 'Nixon' shock The collapse of Sri Lanka's soft-peg with the US dollar and trade controls slapped by authorities to block imports had h...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's China-backed Port City to see 'breakthrough' in 2022 1Q,1/16/2022,Business,It is not a day dream. It is being realized day by day,Sri Lanka's China-backed Port City to see 'breakthrough' in 2022 1Q It is not a day dream. It is being realized day by day,negative,-1 Cardinal condemns Minister’s statement,6/25/2019,Uncategorized,Archbishop of Colombo Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith condemns the statement made by a Minister whom he said ‘told to open mo...,Cardinal condemns Minister’s statement Archbishop of Colombo Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith condemns the statement made by a Minister whom he said ‘told to open mo...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's nation-wide inflation rises to 6.3-pct in June,7/21/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's nation-wide consumer prices rose 6.3 percent in the 2-months to June 2020, rising from 5.2 percent in May, w...","Sri Lanka's nation-wide inflation rises to 6.3-pct in June Sri Lanka's nation-wide consumer prices rose 6.3 percent in the 2-months to June 2020, rising from 5.2 percent in May, w...",negative,-1 SriLankan partners with Manta Air to connect Maldives tourist islands,3/7/2022,Aviation,Partnering with Manta Air will create new opportunities of travel for our valuable customers - SriLankan,SriLankan partners with Manta Air to connect Maldives tourist islands Partnering with Manta Air will create new opportunities of travel for our valuable customers - SriLankan,positive,1 Lotus Renewables buys Sri Lanka's Hatton Plantations,5/28/2019,Agriculture,"Lotus Renewables, a Singapore based energy group said it had bought a 51 percent stake in Hatton Plantations Plc, a publ...","Lotus Renewables buys Sri Lanka's Hatton Plantations Lotus Renewables, a Singapore based energy group said it had bought a 51 percent stake in Hatton Plantations Plc, a publ...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka leader hits at US, West for double standards on human rights after Gaza failure ",11/4/2023,Uncategorized,His criticism comes as Sri Lanka is still struggling to come out of an unprecedented economic crisis,"Sri Lanka leader hits at US, West for double standards on human rights after Gaza failure  His criticism comes as Sri Lanka is still struggling to come out of an unprecedented economic crisis",negative,-1 IMF did not discuss a digital services tax for Sri Lanka,7/13/2023,Economy,.,IMF did not discuss a digital services tax for Sri Lanka .,negative,-1 "How Sri Lanka, Latin America was busted by Fed money doctors creating strongmen, anti-Americanism: B...",9/8/2020,Bellwether,"Sri Lanka's monetary instability, the rising cost of living, falling living standards and the resultant strikes, revolut","How Sri Lanka, Latin America was busted by Fed money doctors creating strongmen, anti-Americanism: B... Sri Lanka's monetary instability, the rising cost of living, falling living standards and the resultant strikes, revolut",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka wages lowest in Asia-Oceania for managers, staff, Japan firms find",1/19/2024,Economy,"32.3% faced challenges with human resources, which was also the lowest percentage in the Asia-Oceania region","Sri Lanka wages lowest in Asia-Oceania for managers, staff, Japan firms find 32.3% faced challenges with human resources, which was also the lowest percentage in the Asia-Oceania region",negative,-1 Sri Lanka auditor general drops debt to GDP bombshell,6/7/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's debt to gross domestic product ration is over 87 percent of gross domestic product and not 82.9 percent as c...,Sri Lanka auditor general drops debt to GDP bombshell Sri Lanka's debt to gross domestic product ration is over 87 percent of gross domestic product and not 82.9 percent as c...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to seek private investor for Mannar Island wind plant,1/30/2024,Energy,Cabinet approves proposal to implement project on a BOO basis with private sector investors,Sri Lanka to seek private investor for Mannar Island wind plant Cabinet approves proposal to implement project on a BOO basis with private sector investors,negative,-1 Candidates spend Rs 2.2 bn over Sri Lanka's polls campaign period,8/5/2020,Politics,Candidates contesting Sri Lanka’s parliamentary polls held today have spent a sum of Rs 2.2 billion over the course of...,Candidates spend Rs 2.2 bn over Sri Lanka's polls campaign period Candidates contesting Sri Lanka’s parliamentary polls held today have spent a sum of Rs 2.2 billion over the course of...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka shares close down as budget proposals are debated,11/14/2023,Markets,Turnover was at 891 million. ,Sri Lanka shares close down as budget proposals are debated Turnover was at 891 million. ,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka tea exports down 8–pct in Sept, prices up",10/16/2022,Tea,In the nine months of 2022 Sri Lanka exports fell 9 percent to 192.60 million kilograms.,"Sri Lanka tea exports down 8–pct in Sept, prices up In the nine months of 2022 Sri Lanka exports fell 9 percent to 192.60 million kilograms.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee opens at 324.65/85 to the US dollar,9/26/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 324.65/85 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said. ","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 324.65/85 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 324.65/85 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said. ",negative,-1 Sirisena hits the road; is this a campaign for the Presidency?,3/22/2019,Politics,"President Maithripala Sirisena is hitting the road these days declaring open new buildings,opening schools, various reli...","Sirisena hits the road; is this a campaign for the Presidency? President Maithripala Sirisena is hitting the road these days declaring open new buildings,opening schools, various reli...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker in spot next, gilt yields steady",1/13/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 193.75/194.75 to the US dollar in the spot next market on Wednesday from a day earl...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker in spot next, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 193.75/194.75 to the US dollar in the spot next market on Wednesday from a day earl...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka burning Supertanker to be dealt with by expert team - Navy Spokesman,9/4/2020,Accident,A team of experts are on their way to Sri Lanka to deal with the burning Supertanker carrying millions of tons of crude ...,Sri Lanka burning Supertanker to be dealt with by expert team - Navy Spokesman A team of experts are on their way to Sri Lanka to deal with the burning Supertanker carrying millions of tons of crude ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka seeks bilateral trade agreement with South Korea,9/19/2023,Employment,Sri Lanka's President discussed the importance of finalizing a trade agreement between Sri Lanka and South Korea,Sri Lanka seeks bilateral trade agreement with South Korea Sri Lanka's President discussed the importance of finalizing a trade agreement between Sri Lanka and South Korea,positive,1 Sri Lanka to set up committee to solve construction industry problems,2/16/2023,Business,"Bank interest, import controls, customs duties and payment of government arrears","Sri Lanka to set up committee to solve construction industry problems Bank interest, import controls, customs duties and payment of government arrears",positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields marginally up",10/10/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 180.65/75 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields marginally gained, broker...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields marginally up Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 180.65/75 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields marginally gained, broker...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka banks may need Rs1.4trn in capital, govt to inject cash",3/21/2023,Banking,Nine banks accounting for 90-pct of assets under the microscope,"Sri Lanka banks may need Rs1.4trn in capital, govt to inject cash Nine banks accounting for 90-pct of assets under the microscope",negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s rupee ends weaker at around 194.00/196.00 levels in spot,2/2/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at around 194.00/196.00 levels in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields were f...","Sri Lanka’s rupee ends weaker at around 194.00/196.00 levels in spot Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at around 194.00/196.00 levels in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields were f...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka sells all offered Treasury bills, 3-months 23.53-pct",4/27/2022,Bonds & Forex," Rs 78.7 billion rupees of 3-month bills at 23.53 percent, up 32 basis point","Sri Lanka sells all offered Treasury bills, 3-months 23.53-pct Rs 78.7 billion rupees of 3-month bills at 23.53 percent, up 32 basis point",negative,-1 Sri Lanka forex reserves drop to US$1.9bn in March 2022,4/7/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka has printed large volumes of money from 2020 under Modern Monetary Theory,Sri Lanka forex reserves drop to US$1.9bn in March 2022 Sri Lanka has printed large volumes of money from 2020 under Modern Monetary Theory,negative,-1 Mixed day for global stocks as coronavirus continues to spread,2/27/2020,International news," Global stocks finished mixed Wednesday, stabilizing somewhat after two bruising sessions as investor worries over the b...","Mixed day for global stocks as coronavirus continues to spread Global stocks finished mixed Wednesday, stabilizing somewhat after two bruising sessions as investor worries over the b...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka cuts capital budget to save soft-pegged rupee,4/27/2022,Economy,"Projects which have not started, and those without raw materials to be suspended","Sri Lanka cuts capital budget to save soft-pegged rupee Projects which have not started, and those without raw materials to be suspended",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Freedom Party appoints Nimal Siripala as acting chair, CBK as advisor",4/8/2024,Politics,"""A party cannot function without a chairman, especially during a politically decisive period such as this,"" he said.","Sri Lanka Freedom Party appoints Nimal Siripala as acting chair, CBK as advisor ""A party cannot function without a chairman, especially during a politically decisive period such as this,"" he said.",positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee opens firm, stocks up 0.16-pct",6/6/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee opened stronger at 176.50/60 on Thursday, while bonds yields were stable and stocks opened higher at 0.1...","Sri Lanka rupee opens firm, stocks up 0.16-pct Sri Lanka rupee opened stronger at 176.50/60 on Thursday, while bonds yields were stable and stocks opened higher at 0.1...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields up",9/29/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger at 185.10/20 to the US dollar on Monday while bond yields closed wider after Moody’s dow...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields up Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger at 185.10/20 to the US dollar on Monday while bond yields closed wider after Moody’s dow...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee revaluation to 203 dries up dollar flows, exporters brace for new controls",9/9/2021,Economy,Authorities seek information on exporter deposits,"Sri Lanka rupee revaluation to 203 dries up dollar flows, exporters brace for new controls Authorities seek information on exporter deposits",negative,-1 "Faux-revolutionaries want education in Sri Lanka to stagnate, oppose reforms: Sajith",3/1/2024,Education,"""Every time something new is being attempted, what do they do? They take to the streets.""","Faux-revolutionaries want education in Sri Lanka to stagnate, oppose reforms: Sajith ""Every time something new is being attempted, what do they do? They take to the streets.""",negative,-1 Resignations of Sri Lanka Muslim ministers have echoes of Amirthalingam ouster: Navin,6/5/2019,Political News,The mass resignation of Muslim ministers over the harassment of their community in the wake of an extremist Islamist att...,Resignations of Sri Lanka Muslim ministers have echoes of Amirthalingam ouster: Navin The mass resignation of Muslim ministers over the harassment of their community in the wake of an extremist Islamist att...,negative,-1 "SJB asks Auditor-General to look into government's ""unauthorized expenses""",5/26/2020,Economy,The opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya has written to the Auditor General pointing out what they term as “three instanc...,"SJB asks Auditor-General to look into government's ""unauthorized expenses"" The opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya has written to the Auditor General pointing out what they term as “three instanc...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee weaker in one week forwards, bond yields up",2/15/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker around 196.50/197 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forward market on Monday, while ...","Sri Lanka rupee weaker in one week forwards, bond yields up Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker around 196.50/197 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forward market on Monday, while ...",negative,-1 Legal advice sought on sexual harassment allegations levelled at Sri Lanka state TV official,4/26/2023,Corruption,"Ishara Dewendra, a senior ITN news anchor, resigned last week after allegedly facing sexual harassment at the workplace.","Legal advice sought on sexual harassment allegations levelled at Sri Lanka state TV official Ishara Dewendra, a senior ITN news anchor, resigned last week after allegedly facing sexual harassment at the workplace.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka central bank keeps policy loose amid negative forward fx premiums,1/19/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank said it was holding its policy corridor at the current 4.5 to 5.5 percent amid negative forward...,Sri Lanka central bank keeps policy loose amid negative forward fx premiums Sri Lanka's central bank said it was holding its policy corridor at the current 4.5 to 5.5 percent amid negative forward...,negative,-1 Aggressive measures to prevent community transmission of COVID19 introduced,3/14/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka today moved aggressively to prevent community transmission of the COVID 91 virus by banning public gatherings,...","Aggressive measures to prevent community transmission of COVID19 introduced Sri Lanka today moved aggressively to prevent community transmission of the COVID 91 virus by banning public gatherings,...",negative,-1 "Invest Sri Lanka to bring 1,000 local and global investors together",5/27/2021,Economy,Forum to showcase investment opportunities and build joint ventures,"Invest Sri Lanka to bring 1,000 local and global investors together Forum to showcase investment opportunities and build joint ventures",positive,1 "Global stocks tumble on virus pandemic fears, Gold US$1679",2/25/2020,International news, Global stocks were hammered Monday and gold prices soared on safe-haven buying as fears mounted that the new coronaviru...,"Global stocks tumble on virus pandemic fears, Gold US$1679 Global stocks were hammered Monday and gold prices soared on safe-haven buying as fears mounted that the new coronaviru...",negative,-1 Don't be distracted by minor issues; help defeat foreign conspiracies: Sri Lanka PM,6/30/2020,Politics,Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has urged the electorate to not be distracted by “politically unimportant...,Don't be distracted by minor issues; help defeat foreign conspiracies: Sri Lanka PM Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has urged the electorate to not be distracted by “politically unimportant...,positive,1 Police probe Anuradhapura prison riot as death toll increases,3/22/2020,Law and Order,Police have begun investigations into the alleged prison riot in the Anuradhapura jail that left two inmates dead and at...,Police probe Anuradhapura prison riot as death toll increases Police have begun investigations into the alleged prison riot in the Anuradhapura jail that left two inmates dead and at...,negative,-1 Singer Sri Lanka profits plunge in June quarter on credit losses,8/9/2019,Markets,"Profits at Singer Sri Lanka Plc, a consumer durables distributor with a financing arm plunged 93 percent to 27.2 million...","Singer Sri Lanka profits plunge in June quarter on credit losses Profits at Singer Sri Lanka Plc, a consumer durables distributor with a financing arm plunged 93 percent to 27.2 million...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka has two opposition leaders: TNA chief,12/19/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's Tami National Alliance Chief R Sampathan questioned whether there were two opposition leaders in parliament,...","Sri Lanka has two opposition leaders: TNA chief Sri Lanka's Tami National Alliance Chief R Sampathan questioned whether there were two opposition leaders in parliament,...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka SOE sells Zircon, mineral sands",1/26/2019,Business,"State-run Lanka Mineral Sands will sell 40,000 metric tonnes of non-magnetic heavy mineral concentrate to Alchemy Heavy ...","Sri Lanka SOE sells Zircon, mineral sands State-run Lanka Mineral Sands will sell 40,000 metric tonnes of non-magnetic heavy mineral concentrate to Alchemy Heavy ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka president to meet Tamil National Alliance on March 15,3/14/2022,Politics,"“For us not to have land issues in the future, we must first discuss a political solution.""","Sri Lanka president to meet Tamil National Alliance on March 15 “For us not to have land issues in the future, we must first discuss a political solution.""",positive,1 SriLankan Airlines scheduled flight suspension till May 15,4/25/2020,Aviation,"Sri Lanka will continue a continue a suspension of scheduled flights at least until May 15, the state-run carrier said, ...","SriLankan Airlines scheduled flight suspension till May 15 Sri Lanka will continue a continue a suspension of scheduled flights at least until May 15, the state-run carrier said, ...",negative,-1 Childcare subsidies will make Sri Lanka grow faster: IFC,12/27/2018,Economy,The Sri Lankan economy would grow faster with more female participation in the labour force if the government subsidized...,Childcare subsidies will make Sri Lanka grow faster: IFC The Sri Lankan economy would grow faster with more female participation in the labour force if the government subsidized...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's tax hike could lead to lower rates, boost real estate, stocks investments-dealers",10/12/2022,Economic Crisis,There won't be any overnight benefits to the market from the proposed tax hikes - analysts ,"Sri Lanka's tax hike could lead to lower rates, boost real estate, stocks investments-dealers There won't be any overnight benefits to the market from the proposed tax hikes - analysts ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise to 32 a day as Omicron bites,2/2/2022,Health,Vaccination rates pick up,Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise to 32 a day as Omicron bites Vaccination rates pick up,negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s Haycarb December net profit up 30-pct,2/7/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lankan coconut shell-based activated carbon maker Haycarb said net profit rose 30 percent to 211 milli...,Sri Lanka’s Haycarb December net profit up 30-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lankan coconut shell-based activated carbon maker Haycarb said net profit rose 30 percent to 211 milli...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks edge up in mid-day trade,6/29/2022,Markets,The main All Share Price Index up 0.67 percent or 48.77 to 7361.43 at 1130 hours.,Sri Lanka stocks edge up in mid-day trade The main All Share Price Index up 0.67 percent or 48.77 to 7361.43 at 1130 hours.,negative,-1 Under Secretary for Political Affairs to visit Sri Lanka,3/22/2022,International Relations,Nuland oversees regional and bilateral policy issues at the Department of State.,Under Secretary for Political Affairs to visit Sri Lanka Nuland oversees regional and bilateral policy issues at the Department of State.,positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee steady, bonds yields lower",11/29/2018,Markets,"Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 179.50/90 levels to the US dollar in the spot market shortly after opening Thursday, an...","Sri Lanka rupee steady, bonds yields lower Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 179.50/90 levels to the US dollar in the spot market shortly after opening Thursday, an...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stocks open lower on banks, rupee stable",8/2/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened unchanged at 176.50/60 against the US dollar on Friday while stocks fell 0.21 percent an...,"Sri Lanka stocks open lower on banks, rupee stable Sri Lanka’s rupee opened unchanged at 176.50/60 against the US dollar on Friday while stocks fell 0.21 percent an...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka sells Rs19.5bn of Treasury bonds,5/13/2021,Bonds & Forex,Yields close to secondary market,Sri Lanka sells Rs19.5bn of Treasury bonds Yields close to secondary market,negative,-1 Sri Lanka pharmacies asked not to play doctor during Coronavirus curfew,4/12/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's pharmacies which are allowed to be open during a nation-wide curfew imposed to combat the spread of Coronavi...,Sri Lanka pharmacies asked not to play doctor during Coronavirus curfew Sri Lanka's pharmacies which are allowed to be open during a nation-wide curfew imposed to combat the spread of Coronavi...,negative,-1 SriLankan Airlines carbon emissions higher in 2018,12/11/2018,Aviation,"Efficiency of SriLankan Airlines flights have fallen in 2018, and is contributing more towards carbon emissions, but was...","SriLankan Airlines carbon emissions higher in 2018 Efficiency of SriLankan Airlines flights have fallen in 2018, and is contributing more towards carbon emissions, but was...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stocks up 10.5-pct in 2020, share values gain Rs109bn",12/31/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks ended 2020 rising 10.5 percent, with stock values gaining 109 billion rupees recovering from a steep do...","Sri Lanka stocks up 10.5-pct in 2020, share values gain Rs109bn Sri Lanka stocks ended 2020 rising 10.5 percent, with stock values gaining 109 billion rupees recovering from a steep do...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to get UN's support to achieve 2030 agenda for sustainable development,8/20/2022,International Relations,At the centre of the Cooperation Framework is a focus on investing in people. the statement said.,Sri Lanka to get UN's support to achieve 2030 agenda for sustainable development At the centre of the Cooperation Framework is a focus on investing in people. the statement said.,positive,1 Sri Lanka's national inflation down to 33.6-pct in April,5/23/2023,Economy,The index is only 0.3 percent above the September 2022 number of 201.9 points,Sri Lanka's national inflation down to 33.6-pct in April The index is only 0.3 percent above the September 2022 number of 201.9 points,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rejects speculation over DDR announcement after special bank holiday,6/23/2023,Debt Restructuring,"Most Sri Lankan banks, stock market are nervous about possible DDR","Sri Lanka rejects speculation over DDR announcement after special bank holiday Most Sri Lankan banks, stock market are nervous about possible DDR",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to compensate farmers for Yala 2022 season,6/13/2023,Agriculture,The program expects to compensate 3499 farmers who suffered crop damage in the 2022 yala season.,Sri Lanka to compensate farmers for Yala 2022 season The program expects to compensate 3499 farmers who suffered crop damage in the 2022 yala season.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka cuts policy rates as rupee falls to new low,4/3/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has cut its policy corridor by 25 basis points taking the rate at which liquidity is injected to 7.0 percent a...,Sri Lanka cuts policy rates as rupee falls to new low Sri Lanka has cut its policy corridor by 25 basis points taking the rate at which liquidity is injected to 7.0 percent a...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends steady, stocks up 0.19-pct",11/29/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at around 179.60/90 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Thur...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends steady, stocks up 0.19-pct ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at around 179.60/90 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Thur...",negative,-1 UN-backed ICCPr law mis-used to oppress minority women in Sri Lanka: legislator,6/4/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka is using a UN sponsored law to oppress minority Muslims, slamming pregnant women in jail for half covering the...","UN-backed ICCPr law mis-used to oppress minority women in Sri Lanka: legislator Sri Lanka is using a UN sponsored law to oppress minority Muslims, slamming pregnant women in jail for half covering the...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka arrests Reuters journalists over 'trespass',5/3/2019,Legal,Sri Lankan police arrested a Reuters news agency journalist Thursday while he was covering the aftermath of Easter bombi...,Sri Lanka arrests Reuters journalists over 'trespass' Sri Lankan police arrested a Reuters news agency journalist Thursday while he was covering the aftermath of Easter bombi...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to shift police HQ from Colombo to suburban Pepiliyana at cost of LKR 10 bn,6/1/2021,Law and Order,The police HQ is currently maintained in three buildings that are over 100 years old.,Sri Lanka to shift police HQ from Colombo to suburban Pepiliyana at cost of LKR 10 bn The police HQ is currently maintained in three buildings that are over 100 years old.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to be 'brutal' on finance companies that lose capital,1/3/2019,Banking,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka will act fast to resolve problems of finance companies that fall short of capital, Central Bank...","Sri Lanka to be 'brutal' on finance companies that lose capital ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka will act fast to resolve problems of finance companies that fall short of capital, Central Bank...",positive,1 American diplomat came back to get a PCR test - Foreign Minister,6/8/2020,Health,Foreign Relations Minister Dinesh Gunawardena says that the arriving US diplomat who was controversially allowed to exit...,American diplomat came back to get a PCR test - Foreign Minister Foreign Relations Minister Dinesh Gunawardena says that the arriving US diplomat who was controversially allowed to exit...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka’s SEC says time to separate chairman, chief executive roles",7/23/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has said it is time to separate the rol...,"Sri Lanka’s SEC says time to separate chairman, chief executive roles ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has said it is time to separate the rol...",negative,-1 US stocks rally on Huawei reprieve as pound gyrates on Brexit news,5/22/2019,International news,Global stocks rallied Tuesday as the United States took a step away from imposing crushing restrictions on Chinese telec...,US stocks rally on Huawei reprieve as pound gyrates on Brexit news Global stocks rallied Tuesday as the United States took a step away from imposing crushing restrictions on Chinese telec...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka state docs take step back as Pliny sows fertilizer crisis down millennia,11/2/2021,Economy,There had been warnings that Pliny the Elder;s claims are not reliable evidence to base policy,Sri Lanka state docs take step back as Pliny sows fertilizer crisis down millennia There had been warnings that Pliny the Elder;s claims are not reliable evidence to base policy,negative,-1 Sri Lanka state workers ask to lift lockdown over salary cut fears,8/26/2021,Economy,Private sector real salaries had already fallen in 2020,Sri Lanka state workers ask to lift lockdown over salary cut fears Private sector real salaries had already fallen in 2020,negative,-1 "Russia attacks Ukraine rattling markets, oil top $100",2/24/2022,Defence,The darkest hour in Europe since World War II: Stoltenberg,"Russia attacks Ukraine rattling markets, oil top $100 The darkest hour in Europe since World War II: Stoltenberg",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka ignored IMF 2020 warning that debt was unsustainable, COPE told",5/26/2022,Economy,They brought the proposal (in 2020) that Financial Advisors have to be appointed to make debt sustainable. ,"Sri Lanka ignored IMF 2020 warning that debt was unsustainable, COPE told They brought the proposal (in 2020) that Financial Advisors have to be appointed to make debt sustainable. ",negative,-1 Mahinda Rajapaksa states his case on Sri Lanka economic crisis triggers,11/29/2023,Economy,There were no external reasons for Sri Lanka’s economic decline between 2015 and 2019,Mahinda Rajapaksa states his case on Sri Lanka economic crisis triggers There were no external reasons for Sri Lanka’s economic decline between 2015 and 2019,negative,-1 Sri Lanka shares slip after excise and custom duty revision,1/4/2023,Markets,negative sentiment weighed on LIOC as investors speculated margin pressure on the company,Sri Lanka shares slip after excise and custom duty revision negative sentiment weighed on LIOC as investors speculated margin pressure on the company,negative,-1 UNF Parliamentary Group accepts Sajith's nominee as General Secretary,2/5/2020,Politics,The Members of Parliament from the UNP-led United National Front unanimously agreed to appoint former Minister Ranjith M...,UNF Parliamentary Group accepts Sajith's nominee as General Secretary The Members of Parliament from the UNP-led United National Front unanimously agreed to appoint former Minister Ranjith M...,positive,1 Sri Lanka elected to UNESCO executive board by 144 votes,11/16/2023,International Relations,This is the third UN bodies or committee that Sri Lanka was elected to over the past few months.,Sri Lanka elected to UNESCO executive board by 144 votes This is the third UN bodies or committee that Sri Lanka was elected to over the past few months.,positive,1 Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court expands bench for crucial hearing,11/26/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court Monday expanded the bench that will hear the petition against the dissolution of parlia...,Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court expands bench for crucial hearing Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court Monday expanded the bench that will hear the petition against the dissolution of parlia...,positive,1 Hambantota port builds station for Sri Lanka police,12/6/2020,Legal,"Hambantota International Port, run by China's CM Ports group as a joint venture with Sri Lanka Ports Authority said it h...","Hambantota port builds station for Sri Lanka police Hambantota International Port, run by China's CM Ports group as a joint venture with Sri Lanka Ports Authority said it h...",negative,-1 The battle ahead for what Gota and Mahinda want,12/1/2019,Opinion,What they want is a two-thirds majority in Parliament that would allow them to change the Constitution and remove the sh...,The battle ahead for what Gota and Mahinda want What they want is a two-thirds majority in Parliament that would allow them to change the Constitution and remove the sh...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Adani power deal sans tendering strikes sparks in India politics,6/13/2022,Energy,BJP’s cronyism has now crossed Palk Strait and moved into Sri Lanka,Sri Lanka's Adani power deal sans tendering strikes sparks in India politics BJP’s cronyism has now crossed Palk Strait and moved into Sri Lanka,positive,1 "Sri Lanka’s DMT to end backlog in issuing 865,000 licenses for temporary holders by Oct 2024",1/17/2024,Autos,Sri Lanka suspended printing laminated driving licenses after severe dollar shortages amid economic crisis,"Sri Lanka’s DMT to end backlog in issuing 865,000 licenses for temporary holders by Oct 2024 Sri Lanka suspended printing laminated driving licenses after severe dollar shortages amid economic crisis",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks close down amidst profit taking,1/8/2024,Commodities,The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Monday,Sri Lanka stocks close down amidst profit taking The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Monday,negative,-1 Sri Lanka cabinet dissolved after no confidence motion: Speaker,11/15/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's cabinet stands dissolved after a no-confidence motion was passed against Mahinda Rajapaksa under the constit...,Sri Lanka cabinet dissolved after no confidence motion: Speaker Sri Lanka's cabinet stands dissolved after a no-confidence motion was passed against Mahinda Rajapaksa under the constit...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka emergency law a deadly blow to democracy: rights body,5/9/2022,Political News,The freedom of assembly and peaceful dissent can be restricted under the guise of a state of emergency,Sri Lanka emergency law a deadly blow to democracy: rights body The freedom of assembly and peaceful dissent can be restricted under the guise of a state of emergency,negative,-1 Bathiudeen bros to be detained for 90 days: police,4/27/2021,Politics,"Former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen and his brother Riyaj are to be detained for 90 days for further questioning, police s...","Bathiudeen bros to be detained for 90 days: police Former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen and his brother Riyaj are to be detained for 90 days for further questioning, police s...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks close 0.32-pct higher,6/7/2021,Markets,"Distilleries Plc, Central Finance Company and John Keells holdings pushed ASPI up,","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.32-pct higher Distilleries Plc, Central Finance Company and John Keells holdings pushed ASPI up,",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's JKH ties up with Melco for casino,5/2/2024,Business,Melco to invest $115mn in casino,Sri Lanka's JKH ties up with Melco for casino Melco to invest $115mn in casino,negative,-1 Sri Lanka minimum room rates were a temporary help to hotels: Minister,12/7/2023,Business,President had made a clear remark that market forces to keep running,Sri Lanka minimum room rates were a temporary help to hotels: Minister President had made a clear remark that market forces to keep running,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Chinese-built Lotus Tower generates Rs 268 mn since September,1/7/2023,Economy,The tower which is not fully opened was able to attract half a million visitors within the first three months of opening,Sri Lanka's Chinese-built Lotus Tower generates Rs 268 mn since September The tower which is not fully opened was able to attract half a million visitors within the first three months of opening,negative,-1 Sri Lanka gets Japan support to fight oil spill disasters,3/18/2024,Economy,"Japan gives Sri Lanka 3.3 billion rupee grant for oil spill management, health care and vocational training","Sri Lanka gets Japan support to fight oil spill disasters Japan gives Sri Lanka 3.3 billion rupee grant for oil spill management, health care and vocational training",positive,1 Sri Lanka former speaker calls for abolition of executive presidency,1/3/2024,Politics,"""As long as there is no trust between the Sinhalese and the Tamils, we cannot advance as a country.""","Sri Lanka former speaker calls for abolition of executive presidency ""As long as there is no trust between the Sinhalese and the Tamils, we cannot advance as a country.""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka will not sell or lease East Terminal: PM,1/31/2021,Logistics,Sri Lanka will not sell or lease the East Container Terminal Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa said as trade union opposi...,Sri Lanka will not sell or lease East Terminal: PM Sri Lanka will not sell or lease the East Container Terminal Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa said as trade union opposi...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Sanken to build Rs.3.9bn Renuka Holdings' Galle Face Icon tower,1/14/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's Renuka Holdings Plc said it has entered into a deal to construct its flagship 3.9 billion rupee mixed-develo...,Sri Lanka's Sanken to build Rs.3.9bn Renuka Holdings' Galle Face Icon tower Sri Lanka's Renuka Holdings Plc said it has entered into a deal to construct its flagship 3.9 billion rupee mixed-develo...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka seeks managers for Yen60bn Samurai bond,9/7/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has called proposals from investment banks to manage a 60 billion yen 10-year Samurai bond.,Sri Lanka seeks managers for Yen60bn Samurai bond Sri Lanka has called proposals from investment banks to manage a 60 billion yen 10-year Samurai bond.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee closes at 319/323 against the US dollar, bond yields up",4/24/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s bond yields were up at close on Tuesday and the rupee closed at 321.50/90 against the US dollar,"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 319/323 against the US dollar, bond yields up Sri Lanka’s bond yields were up at close on Tuesday and the rupee closed at 321.50/90 against the US dollar",negative,-1 Saudi delegation to visit Sri Lanka for renewable energy investments,3/29/2022,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka has already approached private firms from US, India for renewable energy","Saudi delegation to visit Sri Lanka for renewable energy investments Sri Lanka has already approached private firms from US, India for renewable energy",positive,1 Sri Lanka president quips about parliamentary committee's future amid speculation,3/6/2024,Politics,"""Before the question of how long I'll be there, how long you'll be the chairman is the question.""","Sri Lanka president quips about parliamentary committee's future amid speculation ""Before the question of how long I'll be there, how long you'll be the chairman is the question.""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka must prepare for LIBOR phase-out: ICRA,2/5/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka would have to prepare early for the abolition of the London Interbank Offered Rate which will impact over a bi...,Sri Lanka must prepare for LIBOR phase-out: ICRA Sri Lanka would have to prepare early for the abolition of the London Interbank Offered Rate which will impact over a bi...,negative,-1 COVID-19 patient missing from Ragama hospital,10/7/2020,Health,"A COVID-19 infected patient has gone missing from the Ragama Hospital on Wednesday (07) morning, the National Operations...","COVID-19 patient missing from Ragama hospital A COVID-19 infected patient has gone missing from the Ragama Hospital on Wednesday (07) morning, the National Operations...",negative,-1 "Weligama mayor accuses media of invading COVID-19 patient's privacy, bans unauthorised entry into pr...",5/9/2020,Health,Weligama Mayor Rehaan Jayawickreme has banned the unauthorised entry of media personnel into the private property of sus...,"Weligama mayor accuses media of invading COVID-19 patient's privacy, bans unauthorised entry into pr... Weligama Mayor Rehaan Jayawickreme has banned the unauthorised entry of media personnel into the private property of sus...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka banks ordered to cut loans rates by 250bp in price control,8/26/2023,Economy,The price controls shall apply to existing and new rupee loans.,Sri Lanka banks ordered to cut loans rates by 250bp in price control The price controls shall apply to existing and new rupee loans.,negative,-1 We are not here to catch thieves-Amaraweera,12/17/2019,Politics,"Minister of Passenger Transport Management, Power and Energy Mahinda Amaraweera says that the present government has not...","We are not here to catch thieves-Amaraweera Minister of Passenger Transport Management, Power and Energy Mahinda Amaraweera says that the present government has not...",negative,-1 "SriLankan Airlines rescue flights to Nepal, India, Pakistan to return 433 citizens",4/21/2020,Aviation,"SriLankan Airlines said it will operate rescue flights to Nepal, India and Pakistan to bring back stranded travelers fro...","SriLankan Airlines rescue flights to Nepal, India, Pakistan to return 433 citizens SriLankan Airlines said it will operate rescue flights to Nepal, India and Pakistan to bring back stranded travelers fro...",positive,1 COVID-19-hit Sri Lanka to usher in low-key traditional new year,4/13/2020,Health,"As Sri Lanka gets ready to usher in the traditional Sinhala & Tamil new year, the mood appears sombre and the celebratio...","COVID-19-hit Sri Lanka to usher in low-key traditional new year As Sri Lanka gets ready to usher in the traditional Sinhala & Tamil new year, the mood appears sombre and the celebratio...",positive,1 China's Xi faces doubts as legislature meets,3/3/2019,International news,China's rubber-stamp parliament opens its annual session on Tuesday as President Xi Jinping faces growing concerns about...,China's Xi faces doubts as legislature meets China's rubber-stamp parliament opens its annual session on Tuesday as President Xi Jinping faces growing concerns about...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks gain to three-month high,10/31/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.55 percent up on Thursday at a three-month high, after breaching the psychological 6,000 lev...","Sri Lanka stocks gain to three-month high Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.55 percent up on Thursday at a three-month high, after breaching the psychological 6,000 lev...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to allow tourists to pay in dollars in National Parks,1/4/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka has decided to allow tourist visiting national parks to pay in dollars. ,Sri Lanka to allow tourists to pay in dollars in National Parks Sri Lanka has decided to allow tourist visiting national parks to pay in dollars. ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka anti-monopoly provisions scattered among 37-laws: Japan study,2/16/2024,Economy,Japan Fair Trade Commission shares lessons,Sri Lanka anti-monopoly provisions scattered among 37-laws: Japan study Japan Fair Trade Commission shares lessons,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka SEC clears new listing framework, autonomy for CSE, broker guidelines",1/17/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission said it has approved a new framework for listing companies giving more au...,"Sri Lanka SEC clears new listing framework, autonomy for CSE, broker guidelines Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission said it has approved a new framework for listing companies giving more au...",positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee opens at 324.75/325.25 to the US dollar,9/20/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 324.75/325.25 to the US dollar on Wednesday,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 324.75/325.25 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 324.75/325.25 to the US dollar on Wednesday,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka benefits from VAT, no evidence to support regressive claims: economist",4/10/2023,Economy,"The poor are paying less VAT because of the nature of the goods that they consume, than the rich","Sri Lanka benefits from VAT, no evidence to support regressive claims: economist The poor are paying less VAT because of the nature of the goods that they consume, than the rich",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee opens at 327.50/328.00 to the US dollar,11/10/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 327.50/328.00 to the US dollar on Friday, from 327.40/70 on Thursday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 327.50/328.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 327.50/328.00 to the US dollar on Friday, from 327.40/70 on Thursday, dealers said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to implement new vehicle revenue licence issuing system,9/30/2023,Autos,A new system of issuing vehicle licences called eRL 2.0 is to be implemented in 8 provinces,Sri Lanka to implement new vehicle revenue licence issuing system A new system of issuing vehicle licences called eRL 2.0 is to be implemented in 8 provinces,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee falls, bond yields stable at open",2/28/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee was trading weaker at 180.00/20 to the US dollar on Thursday morning, while bond yields were stable de...","Sri Lanka rupee falls, bond yields stable at open Sri Lanka's rupee was trading weaker at 180.00/20 to the US dollar on Thursday morning, while bond yields were stable de...",negative,-1 Bar Association of Sri Lanka warns against using quarantine to suppress peaceful protest,7/12/2021,Legal,Forcible quarantine despite first contacts and some confirmed Covid-19 cases being kept at home,Bar Association of Sri Lanka warns against using quarantine to suppress peaceful protest Forcible quarantine despite first contacts and some confirmed Covid-19 cases being kept at home,negative,-1 Sri Lanka crisis committee on essential items eyes New Year needs,2/13/2022,Economy,Our first task is to provide consumers essential items without a shortage in Sinhala-Hindu New Year,Sri Lanka crisis committee on essential items eyes New Year needs Our first task is to provide consumers essential items without a shortage in Sinhala-Hindu New Year,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stocks down on rising interest rates, political crisis",4/7/2022,Markets,"""We have hit the rock-bottom investor sentiment wise""","Sri Lanka stocks down on rising interest rates, political crisis ""We have hit the rock-bottom investor sentiment wise""",negative,-1 "Call all-party conference to discuss Sri Lanka's COVID-19 crisis, opposition SJB asks govt",5/10/2021,Health,"The opposition will extend its fullest support to the government to manage the crisis, he said.","Call all-party conference to discuss Sri Lanka's COVID-19 crisis, opposition SJB asks govt The opposition will extend its fullest support to the government to manage the crisis, he said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Central Bank Governor slams inflation control,8/11/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's Central Bank Governor slammed inflation control saying such policies have led to stagnation in many countrie...,Sri Lanka's Central Bank Governor slams inflation control Sri Lanka's Central Bank Governor slammed inflation control saying such policies have led to stagnation in many countrie...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s car market set to coast downhill,4/28/2024,Economy,Brand new vans advertised for around half the price of asking price of some second hand ones,Sri Lanka’s car market set to coast downhill Brand new vans advertised for around half the price of asking price of some second hand ones,negative,-1 GMOA not demanding that Dr Anuruddha Padeniya should be Ministry Secretary - Aluthge,8/12/2020,Health,The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) is saying that the Association is not demanding that its President...,GMOA not demanding that Dr Anuruddha Padeniya should be Ministry Secretary - Aluthge The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) is saying that the Association is not demanding that its President...,positive,1 Sri Lanka to tax bond profits in President's budget of many surprises?,9/6/2023,Economy,There will be taxes on the profits made by this. That will come in the budget,Sri Lanka to tax bond profits in President's budget of many surprises? There will be taxes on the profits made by this. That will come in the budget,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to allow electric tuk tuks,8/9/2022,Ground,To reduce fossil fuels,Sri Lanka to allow electric tuk tuks To reduce fossil fuels,negative,-1 SL ranked 2nd in the Global Climate Risk Index,4/4/2019,Uncategorized,Losses occured during this period is USD 2.9 Billion- Eran Wickramaratne,SL ranked 2nd in the Global Climate Risk Index Losses occured during this period is USD 2.9 Billion- Eran Wickramaratne,negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s CIC sells stationary business to Packsco,2/25/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT – CIC Holdings PLC, a Sri Lankan conglomerate, has sold its stationary business, which operates under...","Sri Lanka’s CIC sells stationary business to Packsco ECONOMYNEXT – CIC Holdings PLC, a Sri Lankan conglomerate, has sold its stationary business, which operates under...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka opposition leader lambasts govt for tax policy, interest rates, utility tariff hike",2/13/2023,Economy,"“The ali pohottu kaputu government is burdening the people with taxes.""","Sri Lanka opposition leader lambasts govt for tax policy, interest rates, utility tariff hike “The ali pohottu kaputu government is burdening the people with taxes.""",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to transfer expressways, some domestic debt to separate SOE",3/26/2024,Economy,"RDA expressways, land and related local debt to go the SOE","Sri Lanka to transfer expressways, some domestic debt to separate SOE RDA expressways, land and related local debt to go the SOE",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's Dialog offers extra data, credit and all channels on payTV during Covid-19 crisis",3/26/2020,Environment,"Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata said it is offering extra data free, emergency credit, all channel on its payTV service, durin...","Sri Lanka's Dialog offers extra data, credit and all channels on payTV during Covid-19 crisis Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata said it is offering extra data free, emergency credit, all channel on its payTV service, durin...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to liberalize airport fuel, ground handling, catering",7/15/2023,Aviation,Ratmalana to get a private fuel supplier,"Sri Lanka to liberalize airport fuel, ground handling, catering Ratmalana to get a private fuel supplier",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee closes at 322.80/90 to the US dollar,1/10/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 322.80/90 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields steady.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 322.80/90 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 322.80/90 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields steady.",positive,1 "Rauf, Patali and Mano Ganesan back Sajith",2/13/2020,Politics,"Three political parties, namely the Sri Lanka Muslim Congress, the Jathika Hela Urumaya and the Tamil Progressive Front ...","Rauf, Patali and Mano Ganesan back Sajith Three political parties, namely the Sri Lanka Muslim Congress, the Jathika Hela Urumaya and the Tamil Progressive Front ...",positive,1 Sri Lanka's shares gain in mid market trade,12/1/2022,Markets,Market has continued to gain for the past four sessions. ,Sri Lanka's shares gain in mid market trade Market has continued to gain for the past four sessions. ,positive,1 Sri Lanka stocks fall on John Keells Holdings,1/6/2020,Stocks & Companies,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.73 percent lower on Monday, dragged down by John Keells Holdings, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks fall on John Keells Holdings Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.73 percent lower on Monday, dragged down by John Keells Holdings, provisional data showed.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stabilizing, but has downside risks: World Bank",10/3/2023,Economy,The outlook is clouded by significant uncertainty and downside risks exists,"Sri Lanka stabilizing, but has downside risks: World Bank The outlook is clouded by significant uncertainty and downside risks exists",negative,-1 President sends wishes for the Prophet's Birthday,11/9/2019,Religion,"President Maithripala Sirisena issuing a message on the Birth anniversary of Prophet Mohamed, has said it is indeed an o...","President sends wishes for the Prophet's Birthday President Maithripala Sirisena issuing a message on the Birth anniversary of Prophet Mohamed, has said it is indeed an o...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka records 17th COVID-19 death as total cases reach 8,413",10/27/2020,Health,The Sri Lanka National Operation Centre for Prevention of COVID-19 confirmed the 17th death from COVID-19 a short while ...,"Sri Lanka records 17th COVID-19 death as total cases reach 8,413 The Sri Lanka National Operation Centre for Prevention of COVID-19 confirmed the 17th death from COVID-19 a short while ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka boots out foreign contractors building 76km Highway and hands over job to locals,7/2/2020,Economy,The Cabinet has decided to revoke all the agreements signed with foreign contractors relating to the construction of the...,Sri Lanka boots out foreign contractors building 76km Highway and hands over job to locals The Cabinet has decided to revoke all the agreements signed with foreign contractors relating to the construction of the...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,6/5/2023,Markets,The market generated a turnover of 274 million rupees during mid day trade.,Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade The market generated a turnover of 274 million rupees during mid day trade.,positive,1 Sri Lanka plastic recycler gets funding from USA,5/26/2022,Environment,The company wants to double its already existing 480 waste plastic collection centres.,Sri Lanka plastic recycler gets funding from USA The company wants to double its already existing 480 waste plastic collection centres.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Army twins attempt Guinness World Record,7/31/2020,Miscellaneous,"Two senior Sri Lankan military men have applied for the Guiness Book of World Records, the Sri Lanka Army said.","Sri Lanka Army twins attempt Guinness World Record Two senior Sri Lankan military men have applied for the Guiness Book of World Records, the Sri Lanka Army said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka trains more female gantry crane operators,4/14/2023,Culture,State-run Sri Lanka Ports Authority started employing lady gantry crane operators. ,Sri Lanka trains more female gantry crane operators State-run Sri Lanka Ports Authority started employing lady gantry crane operators. ,negative,-1 "Global stocks rally on G20 hopes, dovish ECB",6/19/2019,International news,Global stocks scored strong gains Tuesday on twin investor-friendly developments: upbeat comments from the US and China ...,"Global stocks rally on G20 hopes, dovish ECB Global stocks scored strong gains Tuesday on twin investor-friendly developments: upbeat comments from the US and China ...",positive,1 Vietnam puts Coronavirus hit UK pilot on ECMO as Boris Johnson enters ICU,4/7/2020,Health,Doctors in Vietnam's Cho Ray hospital have put a British pilot whose lungs were damaged from Coronavirus on external blo...,Vietnam puts Coronavirus hit UK pilot on ECMO as Boris Johnson enters ICU Doctors in Vietnam's Cho Ray hospital have put a British pilot whose lungs were damaged from Coronavirus on external blo...,negative,-1 "Government asks electricity consumers to pay their bills, relief measures will follow",7/2/2020,Consumer Affairs,The government is asking electricity consumers to pay their bills in full for now until a proper method for relief is fo...,"Government asks electricity consumers to pay their bills, relief measures will follow The government is asking electricity consumers to pay their bills in full for now until a proper method for relief is fo...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka 2021 GDP growth downgraded to 3.6-pct by IMF, global growth lowered",10/12/2021,Economy,Vaccine divide creates large disparities,"Sri Lanka 2021 GDP growth downgraded to 3.6-pct by IMF, global growth lowered Vaccine divide creates large disparities",negative,-1 School re-opening could take at least another month - Minister,5/12/2020,Health,The government is yet not fixing dates for schools to re-open and it would be done only on the advice of the health auth...,School re-opening could take at least another month - Minister The government is yet not fixing dates for schools to re-open and it would be done only on the advice of the health auth...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka inflation rises to 6.8-pct in July 21 amid MMT, currency fall",8/24/2021,Economy,Inflation above 6.0-pct for three months,"Sri Lanka inflation rises to 6.8-pct in July 21 amid MMT, currency fall Inflation above 6.0-pct for three months",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks end 1.14-pct higher,4/15/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.14 percent on Thursday, the ASPI was pushed up by index heavy LOLC Holdings, Browns Investment...","Sri Lanka stocks end 1.14-pct higher Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.14 percent on Thursday, the ASPI was pushed up by index heavy LOLC Holdings, Browns Investment...",negative,-1 Daily cases in Sri Lanka soar past 800 for fifth day running; vaccination continues,2/2/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka’s daily COVID-19 cases exceeded 800 for the fifth consecutive day yesterday, with 826 cases being discovered...","Daily cases in Sri Lanka soar past 800 for fifth day running; vaccination continues Sri Lanka’s daily COVID-19 cases exceeded 800 for the fifth consecutive day yesterday, with 826 cases being discovered...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka parliament passes 2024 budget aiming to implement IMF reform agenda,12/13/2023,Economy,Government aims higher revenue to reach IMG targets with tax hikes,Sri Lanka parliament passes 2024 budget aiming to implement IMF reform agenda Government aims higher revenue to reach IMG targets with tax hikes,negative,-1 Sri Lanka allows burial of Muslim and Christian Covid-19 victims by gazette,2/26/2021,Legal,Sri Lanka has issued a gazette notice ending forced cremation of Muslim and Christian Coronavirus victims.,Sri Lanka allows burial of Muslim and Christian Covid-19 victims by gazette Sri Lanka has issued a gazette notice ending forced cremation of Muslim and Christian Coronavirus victims.,negative,-1 "India's Gautam Adani meets Sri Lanka president to discuss energy, other investments",7/21/2023,International Relations,President Wickremesinghe is on a two-day official visit to India at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.,"India's Gautam Adani meets Sri Lanka president to discuss energy, other investments President Wickremesinghe is on a two-day official visit to India at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.",positive,1 New air cargo terminal at Sri Lanka’s Bandaranaike International Airport,5/8/2019,Aviation,ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lankan government has approved plans to build another air cargo terminal at the Bandaranaik...,New air cargo terminal at Sri Lanka’s Bandaranaike International Airport ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lankan government has approved plans to build another air cargo terminal at the Bandaranaik...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka foods at Vietnam food fest,12/15/2022,People,Foods such as Kottu Rotti and Aappa (Hoppers) which were made with live demonstrations.,Sri Lanka foods at Vietnam food fest Foods such as Kottu Rotti and Aappa (Hoppers) which were made with live demonstrations.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka High Grown Tea prices down at weekly auction,6/11/2023,Tea,The weekly sale average grew 3.98 rupees to 957.14 rupees from 953.16 rupees,Sri Lanka High Grown Tea prices down at weekly auction The weekly sale average grew 3.98 rupees to 957.14 rupees from 953.16 rupees,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rubber sector collapse to worsen with wage hike order: official,5/29/2024,Trade,"""Just because our cost of production may rise, we cannot raise our sale prices, because we are not price makers""","Sri Lanka rubber sector collapse to worsen with wage hike order: official ""Just because our cost of production may rise, we cannot raise our sale prices, because we are not price makers""",negative,-1 Number portability to finally become reality in Sri Lanka in May 2022: regulator,10/14/2021,ICT,The regulatory has informed all the communication service providers to set up a clearing house.,Number portability to finally become reality in Sri Lanka in May 2022: regulator The regulatory has informed all the communication service providers to set up a clearing house.,positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, bond yields stable",10/2/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.80/95 to the US dollar on Wednesday and bond yields were flat, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, bond yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.80/95 to the US dollar on Wednesday and bond yields were flat, dealers said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka tourist arrivals up 7-pct in Feb; Chinese visitors plunge,3/8/2019,Business,"Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka grew 7 percent from a year earlier to 252,033 in February 2019, the state tourism developm...","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals up 7-pct in Feb; Chinese visitors plunge Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka grew 7 percent from a year earlier to 252,033 in February 2019, the state tourism developm...",positive,1 "Japan grants USD 3.8mn to support Sri Lanka’s smallholder farming families, women's empowerment",4/25/2023,Uncategorized,The programme aims to diversify livelihoods and introduce entrepreneurship programmes,"Japan grants USD 3.8mn to support Sri Lanka’s smallholder farming families, women's empowerment The programme aims to diversify livelihoods and introduce entrepreneurship programmes",positive,1 UNP WC meetings no longer relevant to us: Sujeewa,3/4/2020,Political News,Working committee meetings of the United National Party (UNP) are no longer relevant to the faction loyal to prime minis...,UNP WC meetings no longer relevant to us: Sujeewa Working committee meetings of the United National Party (UNP) are no longer relevant to the faction loyal to prime minis...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka pitches for Indian investment flows at Chennai forum,8/11/2023,Investment,Sri Lanka starts its first investor forum after the sovereign debt default ,Sri Lanka pitches for Indian investment flows at Chennai forum Sri Lanka starts its first investor forum after the sovereign debt default ,positive,1 CID questioning Rishad's brother: police,4/15/2020,Terrorism,Sri Lanka’s Criminal Investigation Department (CID) is currently questioning former minister Rishad Bathuideen’s bro...,CID questioning Rishad's brother: police Sri Lanka’s Criminal Investigation Department (CID) is currently questioning former minister Rishad Bathuideen’s bro...,positive,1 Hot weather to end for some areas today,3/11/2020,weather,The Met Department is saying that the current dry spell will be broken in some parts of the country this afternoon as se...,Hot weather to end for some areas today The Met Department is saying that the current dry spell will be broken in some parts of the country this afternoon as se...,negative,-1 JKH drags Sri Lanka stocks 0.37-pct lower at close,6/20/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.37 percent lower on Thursday, dragged down by index-heavy John Keells Holdings (JKH), provis...","JKH drags Sri Lanka stocks 0.37-pct lower at close Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.37 percent lower on Thursday, dragged down by index-heavy John Keells Holdings (JKH), provis...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Cargills Bank makes losses in March as bad loans soar,6/4/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Cargills Bank posted a net loss of 196.5 million rupees in the March quarter, falling from a 18...","Sri Lanka's Cargills Bank makes losses in March as bad loans soar ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Cargills Bank posted a net loss of 196.5 million rupees in the March quarter, falling from a 18...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's CPC to build terminal to import fuel via China-backed Hambantota Port,6/15/2021,Energy,Pipeline to take fuel to terminal 15 km away,Sri Lanka's CPC to build terminal to import fuel via China-backed Hambantota Port Pipeline to take fuel to terminal 15 km away,negative,-1 Sri Lanka can’t develop Trinco oil tanks without India as per 1987 accord: Minister,10/4/2021,Economy,"“There is not even a modicum of truth about what is reported everywhere,” said Gammanpila.","Sri Lanka can’t develop Trinco oil tanks without India as per 1987 accord: Minister “There is not even a modicum of truth about what is reported everywhere,” said Gammanpila.",negative,-1 "Tropical forests the size of Sri Lanka destroyed for bioenergy, food",8/5/2019,Environment,Experts Friday began negotiating the most comprehensive scientific assessment ever of the role the land we live off play...,"Tropical forests the size of Sri Lanka destroyed for bioenergy, food Experts Friday began negotiating the most comprehensive scientific assessment ever of the role the land we live off play...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka to fix fuel prices, build energy stability fund amid COVID-19 crude collapse",3/19/2020,Energy,"Sri Lanka to build a 200 billion rupee fuel price stability fund, by keeping oil prices fixed Minister Bandula Gunewarde...","Sri Lanka to fix fuel prices, build energy stability fund amid COVID-19 crude collapse Sri Lanka to build a 200 billion rupee fuel price stability fund, by keeping oil prices fixed Minister Bandula Gunewarde...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to co-produce Sinovac vaccines: Minister,5/27/2021,Business,Plant being readied in Kundasale,Sri Lanka to co-produce Sinovac vaccines: Minister Plant being readied in Kundasale,negative,-1 Argentine economy minister resigns amid deepening crisis,8/18/2019,International news,Argentina's Economy Minister Nicolas Dujovne resigned Saturday after a week of economic tumult caused by President Mauri...,Argentine economy minister resigns amid deepening crisis Argentina's Economy Minister Nicolas Dujovne resigned Saturday after a week of economic tumult caused by President Mauri...,negative,-1 Release Duminda and LTTE cadres - Gnanasara Thero,12/9/2019,Human Rights,"Bodu Bala Sena (BBS) General Secretary Galagodatthe Gnanasara Thero wants a whole slew of prisoners, ranging from LTTE c...","Release Duminda and LTTE cadres - Gnanasara Thero Bodu Bala Sena (BBS) General Secretary Galagodatthe Gnanasara Thero wants a whole slew of prisoners, ranging from LTTE c...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka food shortfalls, high prices feared after open account, DA/DP ban",5/20/2022,Economy,Food suppliers have been willing to extend credit to local importers due to strong relationships spanning generations ,"Sri Lanka food shortfalls, high prices feared after open account, DA/DP ban Food suppliers have been willing to extend credit to local importers due to strong relationships spanning generations ",positive,1 Sri Lanka's shares edge down as the long weekend begins,4/12/2023,Markets,"""The market is flat and weak. Trading volumes are also low,"" Ranatunga said. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge down as the long weekend begins ""The market is flat and weak. Trading volumes are also low,"" Ranatunga said. ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks down in mid-day trade,6/17/2022,Economy,"All Share Price Index was down 135.63 points to 7,569.64 at 1142 hours.","Sri Lanka stocks down in mid-day trade All Share Price Index was down 135.63 points to 7,569.64 at 1142 hours.",negative,-1 Alleged sterilisation of women: Dr. Shafi filing FR application,6/24/2019,Politics,Lawyers for the Kurunegala doctor at the centre of the controversy regarding the alleged sterilisation of women patients...,Alleged sterilisation of women: Dr. Shafi filing FR application Lawyers for the Kurunegala doctor at the centre of the controversy regarding the alleged sterilisation of women patients...,negative,-1 No school books and uniforms - Women's Group,12/18/2019,Education,"Women for Rights, a women’s rights group affiliated with JVP today (18) said that Government has failed to provide sch...","No school books and uniforms - Women's Group Women for Rights, a women’s rights group affiliated with JVP today (18) said that Government has failed to provide sch...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka opposition mum as monks burn India-backed constitutional amendment,2/8/2023,Politics,"“He won’t bring it. He plays this game every time. He wants to set fire to this country and protect his power,” he...","Sri Lanka opposition mum as monks burn India-backed constitutional amendment “He won’t bring it. He plays this game every time. He wants to set fire to this country and protect his power,” he...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to repurpose 5,000 acres of Cement Corporation land",2/8/2024,Construction and Real Estate,"Sri Lanka Cement Corporation, with 5,000 acres of land rich in mineral resources, is on the verge of being restructured","Sri Lanka to repurpose 5,000 acres of Cement Corporation land Sri Lanka Cement Corporation, with 5,000 acres of land rich in mineral resources, is on the verge of being restructured",negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s rupee opens at 324.55/85 to the US dollar,10/19/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 324.55/85 to the US dollar on Thursday, bond yields were down, dealers said.","Sri Lanka’s rupee opens at 324.55/85 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 324.55/85 to the US dollar on Thursday, bond yields were down, dealers said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka unemployment rises to 4.6-pct in 4Q18,4/1/2019,Economy,"Unemployment in Sri Lanka grew to 4.6 percent in the fourth quarter of 2018 from 4 percent a year earlier, with loss of ...","Sri Lanka unemployment rises to 4.6-pct in 4Q18 Unemployment in Sri Lanka grew to 4.6 percent in the fourth quarter of 2018 from 4 percent a year earlier, with loss of ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Piramal Glass Ceylon net up 60-pct,2/4/2021,Business,"Sri Lanka's Piramal Glass Ceylon Plc, said profits rose 60 percent from a year ago to 378 million rupees in the December...","Sri Lanka's Piramal Glass Ceylon net up 60-pct Sri Lanka's Piramal Glass Ceylon Plc, said profits rose 60 percent from a year ago to 378 million rupees in the December...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee, bonds end steady in dull trade ahead of 2023 budget",11/10/2022,Bonds & Forex,Budget will be presented on Monday,"Sri Lanka rupee, bonds end steady in dull trade ahead of 2023 budget Budget will be presented on Monday",negative,-1 “Muslims are protesting by not consenting to cremations” – Shreen Saroor,12/10/2020,Democracy,Sri Lanka’s Muslims are not abandoning the remains of their relatives who died of Covid 19 but are not cooperating wit...,“Muslims are protesting by not consenting to cremations” – Shreen Saroor Sri Lanka’s Muslims are not abandoning the remains of their relatives who died of Covid 19 but are not cooperating wit...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka CB announces monetary board secretary amid controversy,9/22/2021,Economy,Previous tenors given,Sri Lanka CB announces monetary board secretary amid controversy Previous tenors given,negative,-1 Transport regulator to expand into restaurants,1/7/2020,Economy,"The National Transport Commission, which issues route licenses to buses, will set up and regulate network of roadside re...","Transport regulator to expand into restaurants The National Transport Commission, which issues route licenses to buses, will set up and regulate network of roadside re...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's CEB refuses to limit power cuts during exams despite regulator request,1/23/2023,Energy,The PUCSL has been critical on excess electricity tariff hike planned by CEB,Sri Lanka's CEB refuses to limit power cuts during exams despite regulator request The PUCSL has been critical on excess electricity tariff hike planned by CEB,negative,-1 Sri Lanka anticipates third IMF EFF installment by June: official,4/5/2024,Economy,"However, Sri Lanka has to first obtain consensus from the country's creditors on restructuring its debt.","Sri Lanka anticipates third IMF EFF installment by June: official However, Sri Lanka has to first obtain consensus from the country's creditors on restructuring its debt.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stocks close down 1.7-pct, recoups steep intra-day losses",2/11/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed down 1.7 percent Thursday, recovering from a steep intra-day fall that pushed the benchmark inde...","Sri Lanka stocks close down 1.7-pct, recoups steep intra-day losses Sri Lanka stocks closed down 1.7 percent Thursday, recovering from a steep intra-day fall that pushed the benchmark inde...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks surge 1.6-pct after tax cuts,11/28/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's stocks surged 1.6 percent in the first hour of trading after the government announced a slew of tax cuts tha...,Sri Lanka stocks surge 1.6-pct after tax cuts Sri Lanka's stocks surged 1.6 percent in the first hour of trading after the government announced a slew of tax cuts tha...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka legislator warns thief running loose in central bank,11/28/2023,General Economy,"Individual had apparently stolen a big bundle of notes from the central bank's currency issue office,","Sri Lanka legislator warns thief running loose in central bank Individual had apparently stolen a big bundle of notes from the central bank's currency issue office,",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka president, govt cannot continue if defeated at local polls: opposition",1/9/2023,Politics,"“We’re ready for anything, but hold the election on time,” he said.","Sri Lanka president, govt cannot continue if defeated at local polls: opposition “We’re ready for anything, but hold the election on time,” he said.",positive,1 Sri Lanka 12-month Treasuries yield down despite higher volume accepted,7/31/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasuries yield fell 17 basis points to 8.21 percent at Wednesday's auction despite the a higher t...,Sri Lanka 12-month Treasuries yield down despite higher volume accepted Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasuries yield fell 17 basis points to 8.21 percent at Wednesday's auction despite the a higher t...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks return to negative territory,2/28/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks fell 1.32 percent on Wednesday, dragged down by Dialog Axiata and John Keells Holdings, provisional d...","Sri Lanka stocks return to negative territory Sri Lanka's stocks fell 1.32 percent on Wednesday, dragged down by Dialog Axiata and John Keells Holdings, provisional d...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stock index down after central bank hikes policy rates,1/20/2022,Markets,ASPI down 0.75%,Sri Lanka stock index down after central bank hikes policy rates ASPI down 0.75%,negative,-1 Sri Lanka needs energy transition law so private sector can come in: President,5/30/2024,Energy,"Enhance institutional capacity, regulatory framework for renewable energy procurement to attract private sector","Sri Lanka needs energy transition law so private sector can come in: President Enhance institutional capacity, regulatory framework for renewable energy procurement to attract private sector",positive,1 Sri Lanka's shares slip amid President's comments,1/9/2023,Markets,"""Index heavy shares are moving slow because the entire market is moving on dull,"" the analyst said. ","Sri Lanka's shares slip amid President's comments ""Index heavy shares are moving slow because the entire market is moving on dull,"" the analyst said. ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka will join India’s Adani Group to develop and operate the West Container Terminal In Colo...,3/2/2021,International Relations,"Sri Lanka will join hands with a giant Indian conglomerate in a Build, Operate and Transfer deal to develop the West Con...","Sri Lanka will join India’s Adani Group to develop and operate the West Container Terminal In Colo... Sri Lanka will join hands with a giant Indian conglomerate in a Build, Operate and Transfer deal to develop the West Con...",positive,1 Sri Lanka's price controlled drugs raised 14.4-pct as central bank busts rupee,5/18/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's controlled drug prices were have been raised 14.4 percent as the central bank busted the currency from 153 t...,Sri Lanka's price controlled drugs raised 14.4-pct as central bank busts rupee Sri Lanka's controlled drug prices were have been raised 14.4 percent as the central bank busted the currency from 153 t...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka inks US$251mn tea for oil debt deal with Iran,12/21/2021,Business,The scheme not to violate US sanctions,Sri Lanka inks US$251mn tea for oil debt deal with Iran The scheme not to violate US sanctions,negative,-1 Sri Lanka halts chemical fertilizer subsidies,11/22/2021,Agriculture, The government will only distribute organic fertilizer and provide subsidies for organic farming,Sri Lanka halts chemical fertilizer subsidies The government will only distribute organic fertilizer and provide subsidies for organic farming,negative,-1 "Basil promises resounding victory for SLPP, says runner up won't receive half its votes",8/2/2020,Uncategorized,The party that comes in second at Wednesday's parliamentary polls in Sri Lanka will not receive even half the votes cast...,"Basil promises resounding victory for SLPP, says runner up won't receive half its votes The party that comes in second at Wednesday's parliamentary polls in Sri Lanka will not receive even half the votes cast...",positive,1 Sri Lanka President promises de-regulation drive for economic freedom,2/4/2020,General Economy,Sri Lanka's President Rajapaksa said he planned a de-regulation drive to remove permits and regulations which collective...,Sri Lanka President promises de-regulation drive for economic freedom Sri Lanka's President Rajapaksa said he planned a de-regulation drive to remove permits and regulations which collective...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to raise fines after high inflation,12/7/2023,Consumer Affairs,"Old fines do not match the recent substantial rises in prices of goods and services, only small fines are made: Minister","Sri Lanka to raise fines after high inflation Old fines do not match the recent substantial rises in prices of goods and services, only small fines are made: Minister",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 200.50/201 to the one week US dollar,4/5/2021,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted weaker at 200.50/201 to the one week US dollar on Monday while gilt yields were flat on dull...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 200.50/201 to the one week US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted weaker at 200.50/201 to the one week US dollar on Monday while gilt yields were flat on dull...,negative,-1 "US slaps $5 bn fine on Facebook, tightens privacy oversight",7/25/2019,International news,US regulators on Wednesday slapped Facebook with a record $5 billion fine for data protection violations in a wide-rangi...,"US slaps $5 bn fine on Facebook, tightens privacy oversight US regulators on Wednesday slapped Facebook with a record $5 billion fine for data protection violations in a wide-rangi...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka CB did not approve luxury SUV imports for MPs: Governor,6/13/2021,Economy,It is a difficult question to justify,Sri Lanka CB did not approve luxury SUV imports for MPs: Governor It is a difficult question to justify,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields down,6/15/2022,Bonds & Forex,The debt office sold all offered 98 billion rupees of bills.,Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields down The debt office sold all offered 98 billion rupees of bills.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka digital tourism campaigns showing results: Minister,6/22/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's decision to shift to digital campaigns is bearing fruit, Tourism Development Minister John Amaratunga said i...","Sri Lanka digital tourism campaigns showing results: Minister Sri Lanka's decision to shift to digital campaigns is bearing fruit, Tourism Development Minister John Amaratunga said i...",positive,1 Sri Lanka Freedom Party to vote for 22nd amendment to constitution,10/20/2022,Politics,The SLFP is represented by 14 legislators who sit in the opposition.,Sri Lanka Freedom Party to vote for 22nd amendment to constitution The SLFP is represented by 14 legislators who sit in the opposition.,positive,1 Sri Lanka key services help inflows outpace imports by $514mn in March,5/2/2024,Economy,"The services account surplus was $431mn, higher than the reported trade deficit.","Sri Lanka key services help inflows outpace imports by $514mn in March The services account surplus was $431mn, higher than the reported trade deficit.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's cabinet clears proposals to draft new SEC law,10/28/2020,Legal,"Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had given the nod to draft a new Securities and Exchange Commission law, the state in...","Sri Lanka's cabinet clears proposals to draft new SEC law Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had given the nod to draft a new Securities and Exchange Commission law, the state in...",negative,-1 Gamini Senarath acquitted in Litro Gas case,8/8/2019,Uncategorized,Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa’s Chief of staff Gamini Senarath and two others were acquitted by the Colombo Perma...,Gamini Senarath acquitted in Litro Gas case Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa’s Chief of staff Gamini Senarath and two others were acquitted by the Colombo Perma...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka spending approval sought from vote on account,10/23/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's finance minister Mangala Samaraweera is to seek parliamentary approval for government expenditure and borrow...,Sri Lanka spending approval sought from vote on account Sri Lanka's finance minister Mangala Samaraweera is to seek parliamentary approval for government expenditure and borrow...,negative,-1 Pope Francis calls for debt forgiveness as Sri Lanka and developing nations hit by Coronavirus,4/13/2020,Economy,Pope Francis on Sunday called for the reduction or forgiveness of the debt of poor nations as the Coronavirus pandemic d...,Pope Francis calls for debt forgiveness as Sri Lanka and developing nations hit by Coronavirus Pope Francis on Sunday called for the reduction or forgiveness of the debt of poor nations as the Coronavirus pandemic d...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka re-tenders Mannar Basin offshore block for natural gas development,1/17/2019,Energy,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka has reopened tenders for the M2 off-shore block in the Mannar Basin for fossil fuel development a...,Sri Lanka re-tenders Mannar Basin offshore block for natural gas development ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka has reopened tenders for the M2 off-shore block in the Mannar Basin for fossil fuel development a...,negative,-1 "SL cardinal calls for international probe over Easter attack, suspend cops after new revelation",9/7/2023,Easter Sunday attacks,"British Channel 4, citing whistle blowers, has said there was plot behind Easter attack ","SL cardinal calls for international probe over Easter attack, suspend cops after new revelation British Channel 4, citing whistle blowers, has said there was plot behind Easter attack ",negative,-1 Sri Lankans believe SOE service levels do not justify losses: survey,12/12/2019,Economy,Colombo-based think tank Advocata said 81 percent of Sri Lankans believe that services of state-owned enterprises (SOEs)...,Sri Lankans believe SOE service levels do not justify losses: survey Colombo-based think tank Advocata said 81 percent of Sri Lankans believe that services of state-owned enterprises (SOEs)...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to set up new industrial zone for Gampaha-Kegalle,9/17/2020,Business,Sri Lanka will set up a new industrial zone in an area spanning the Gampaha and Kegalle districts with a dozens of indus...,Sri Lanka to set up new industrial zone for Gampaha-Kegalle Sri Lanka will set up a new industrial zone in an area spanning the Gampaha and Kegalle districts with a dozens of indus...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka president took on task of stabilising economy, must now restructure debt: Patali",4/1/2024,Politics,"""If there is a president in October, there will be an election in November,"" he said.","Sri Lanka president took on task of stabilising economy, must now restructure debt: Patali ""If there is a president in October, there will be an election in November,"" he said.",negative,-1 Vietnam's Vingroup brings Remdesivir to treat Coronavirus patients,8/7/2021,Vietnam News,Vingroup also produces ventilators and exports components,Vietnam's Vingroup brings Remdesivir to treat Coronavirus patients Vingroup also produces ventilators and exports components,positive,1 Softlogic buys Sri Lanka's Bata Shoes,9/20/2023,Markets,"It will launch ""seasonal designs"" concurrently with Bata's international launches","Softlogic buys Sri Lanka's Bata Shoes It will launch ""seasonal designs"" concurrently with Bata's international launches",positive,1 Sri Lanka coconut auction prices up 3.1-pct,7/20/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka’s average coconut prices grew 3.12 percent to 50,268 rupees for a 1000 nuts at an auction at the third aucti...","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices up 3.1-pct Sri Lanka’s average coconut prices grew 3.12 percent to 50,268 rupees for a 1000 nuts at an auction at the third aucti...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends slightly firmer, gilt yields down",3/4/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 182.00/182.05 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields ...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends slightly firmer, gilt yields down Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 182.00/182.05 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee at 302.80/303.10 to dollar at open, bond yields steady",5/25/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee pegged at 302.80/303.10 against the US dollar in the spot market, while bond yields were steady","Sri Lanka rupee at 302.80/303.10 to dollar at open, bond yields steady Sri Lanka’s rupee pegged at 302.80/303.10 against the US dollar in the spot market, while bond yields were steady",positive,1 Sri Lanka needs better nightlife to attract Indian tourists: Minister,6/18/2019,Business,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka needs to develop better entertainment options, especially nightlife, to attract Indian visitors,...","Sri Lanka needs better nightlife to attract Indian tourists: Minister ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka needs to develop better entertainment options, especially nightlife, to attract Indian visitors,...",negative,-1 US resumes Millennium Challenge aid to Sri Lanka,2/28/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – The United States has approved resuming Foreign Military Financing and Millennium Challenge Corpora...,US resumes Millennium Challenge aid to Sri Lanka ECONOMYNEXT – The United States has approved resuming Foreign Military Financing and Millennium Challenge Corpora...,negative,-1 While Gnanasara and Rathana Theros squabble over Parliamentary seat party Chairman stakes claim  ,8/11/2020,Legal,"In-fighting over who should have a seat in parliament from the Our People’s Power Party (OPPP), led by ultra-right-win...","While Gnanasara and Rathana Theros squabble over Parliamentary seat party Chairman stakes claim   In-fighting over who should have a seat in parliament from the Our People’s Power Party (OPPP), led by ultra-right-win...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee undervalued, good for producers: CB Governor",9/27/2019,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka’s rupee is undervalued based on a real effective exchange rate index which is good for owners of export and ...,"Sri Lanka rupee undervalued, good for producers: CB Governor Sri Lanka’s rupee is undervalued based on a real effective exchange rate index which is good for owners of export and ...",positive,1 Rathana Thero back in Parliament but may give way to Gnanasara later,12/19/2020,Parliament,Athureliye Rathana Thero’s rocky journey to claim the sole National seat the Our People’s Power Party (OPPP) won at ...,Rathana Thero back in Parliament but may give way to Gnanasara later Athureliye Rathana Thero’s rocky journey to claim the sole National seat the Our People’s Power Party (OPPP) won at ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to provide books to school students at discount,1/11/2024,Education,State Printing Corporation has arranged for books to be provided at a 30 percent discount to students,Sri Lanka to provide books to school students at discount State Printing Corporation has arranged for books to be provided at a 30 percent discount to students,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to invest tourism funds to upgrade northern Palaly airport,7/2/2019,Business,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government will invest almost two billion rupees, more than half from a tourism ...","Sri Lanka to invest tourism funds to upgrade northern Palaly airport ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government will invest almost two billion rupees, more than half from a tourism ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka court extends ban on president sacking parliament,12/8/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's highest court Friday banned President Maithripala Sirisena from sacking the legislature until it decides on ...,Sri Lanka court extends ban on president sacking parliament Sri Lanka's highest court Friday banned President Maithripala Sirisena from sacking the legislature until it decides on ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka expects near record rice output in 2019,2/12/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka is expected to produce 2.85 million tonnes of paddy (rough rice) in the current Maha major cultivation season,...","Sri Lanka expects near record rice output in 2019 Sri Lanka is expected to produce 2.85 million tonnes of paddy (rough rice) in the current Maha major cultivation season,...",negative,-1 Tourism: Maldivian and Nepali business leaders urge collaboration to revive industry,9/28/2020,Environment,"For the Maldives and Nepal, whose economies are heavily dependent on the tourism sector, getting their countries back on...","Tourism: Maldivian and Nepali business leaders urge collaboration to revive industry For the Maldives and Nepal, whose economies are heavily dependent on the tourism sector, getting their countries back on...",positive,1 Government imported Rapid Antigen test kits on epidemiologists’ recommendation – Jayasumana,11/13/2020,Health,The government chose to use an emergency tender process to import the Rapid Antigen test kits to Sri Lanka to cover the ...,Government imported Rapid Antigen test kits on epidemiologists’ recommendation – Jayasumana The government chose to use an emergency tender process to import the Rapid Antigen test kits to Sri Lanka to cover the ...,negative,-1 Ideal Finance deposit taking restricted by Sri Lanka regulator,8/7/2019,Banking,The central bank has limited deposit taking at Ideal Finance after the firm failed to meet a 1.5 billion rupee capital r...,Ideal Finance deposit taking restricted by Sri Lanka regulator The central bank has limited deposit taking at Ideal Finance after the firm failed to meet a 1.5 billion rupee capital r...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka announces up to 2 hours 15 mins power cuts from June 13-19,6/11/2022,Energy,One hour power cuts on June 14 and June 19,Sri Lanka announces up to 2 hours 15 mins power cuts from June 13-19 One hour power cuts on June 14 and June 19,negative,-1 "IMF says ""strong expectation"" on Sri Lanka deal with private creditors",4/5/2024,Economy,Domestic debt re-structuring related to SOE debt also expected to be done soon,"IMF says ""strong expectation"" on Sri Lanka deal with private creditors Domestic debt re-structuring related to SOE debt also expected to be done soon",positive,1 Malinga takes five as Sri Lankans win,3/1/2019,Culture,Sri Lankan one-day captain Lasith Malinga took five wickets as the tourists beat a South African Invitation team by six ...,Malinga takes five as Sri Lankans win Sri Lankan one-day captain Lasith Malinga took five wickets as the tourists beat a South African Invitation team by six ...,positive,1 Sri Lanka's education ministry to be allocated Rs 237 Bn in Budget 2024,11/7/2023,Education,"""The ultimate goal is to provide quality education to both students and educators,” he said.","Sri Lanka's education ministry to be allocated Rs 237 Bn in Budget 2024 ""The ultimate goal is to provide quality education to both students and educators,” he said.",positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 197.50/198.50 levels in one-week forward market,3/15/2021,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted weaker at 197.50/198.50 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forward market on Monday whi...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 197.50/198.50 levels in one-week forward market Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted weaker at 197.50/198.50 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forward market on Monday whi...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka cabinet approves draft monetary law ahead of IMF deal,12/20/2022,Economy,Expects to legalize flexible inflation targeting and flexible exchange rate,Sri Lanka cabinet approves draft monetary law ahead of IMF deal Expects to legalize flexible inflation targeting and flexible exchange rate,positive,1 "Sri Lanka sells Rs65bn in 2, 5 year bonds",6/3/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has sold 65 billion rupees of bond at near market rates, data from the state debt office showed. ","Sri Lanka sells Rs65bn in 2, 5 year bonds Sri Lanka has sold 65 billion rupees of bond at near market rates, data from the state debt office showed. ",negative,-1 “Minuwangoda cluster being managed well” – Health Department,10/14/2020,Health,"The spokesman for the Department of Health Services, Dr Jayaruwan Bandara is saying that the Minuwangoda cluster which h...","“Minuwangoda cluster being managed well” – Health Department The spokesman for the Department of Health Services, Dr Jayaruwan Bandara is saying that the Minuwangoda cluster which h...",positive,1 Debt and lack of resources cause rural poverty - AKD,10/9/2019,Economy,Crippling personal debt and the lack of basic resources to carry on an agricultural livelihood are being identified by t...,Debt and lack of resources cause rural poverty - AKD Crippling personal debt and the lack of basic resources to carry on an agricultural livelihood are being identified by t...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stock market sees 2023 budget as neutral,11/14/2022,Markets,"""Invests were expecting the worst and the fact that it was neutral is a positive.""","Sri Lanka stock market sees 2023 budget as neutral ""Invests were expecting the worst and the fact that it was neutral is a positive.""",positive,1 Sri Lanka shares gain at market close,12/27/2022,Markets,Investors bought in to battered down shares ,Sri Lanka shares gain at market close Investors bought in to battered down shares ,negative,-1 Indian journalists targeted with spyware,12/29/2023,ICT,"Implications of surveillance practices are pertinent, as Sri Lanka is in the process of implementing SL-UID program","Indian journalists targeted with spyware Implications of surveillance practices are pertinent, as Sri Lanka is in the process of implementing SL-UID program",positive,1 Sri Lanka’s 2022 budget unlikely to be relief package: economist,10/26/2021,Economy,"""But obviously the budget cannot provide relief without somebody out there to finance it.”","Sri Lanka’s 2022 budget unlikely to be relief package: economist ""But obviously the budget cannot provide relief without somebody out there to finance it.”",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to fine traders US$500 for breaking edict maxima on rice amid money printing: report,7/1/2021,Agriculture,The rupee has fallen from 182 to 200 amid the latest money printing,Sri Lanka to fine traders US$500 for breaking edict maxima on rice amid money printing: report The rupee has fallen from 182 to 200 amid the latest money printing,negative,-1 President pledges to deal with the second Corona wave in national address,11/18/2020,Politics,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is saying that his government will face the second wave of the Covid pandemic that is affec...,President pledges to deal with the second Corona wave in national address President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is saying that his government will face the second wave of the Covid pandemic that is affec...,positive,1 Sri Lanka Nestlé unit's profit up 34% amid net financial expenses jump ,7/30/2022,Markets,The less liquid firm says taken steps to reduce all non-essential expenses,Sri Lanka Nestlé unit's profit up 34% amid net financial expenses jump  The less liquid firm says taken steps to reduce all non-essential expenses,negative,-1 Shock revelations on Sri Lanka ministers' electric defaults,12/15/2022,Economy,"Ministers overstay at official residences for years, some are now dead","Shock revelations on Sri Lanka ministers' electric defaults Ministers overstay at official residences for years, some are now dead",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka private loans grow for third month in Oct 2020, CB credit surges",12/2/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's private credit grew by 59.2 billion rupees in October 2020, amid a resurgence of a Coronavirus crisis, lower...","Sri Lanka private loans grow for third month in Oct 2020, CB credit surges Sri Lanka's private credit grew by 59.2 billion rupees in October 2020, amid a resurgence of a Coronavirus crisis, lower...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's dollar earnings from exports services underestimated - official,11/25/2022,Economy,"The EDB has estimated services exports at 1,456 million dollars in the first nine months of this year,","Sri Lanka's dollar earnings from exports services underestimated - official The EDB has estimated services exports at 1,456 million dollars in the first nine months of this year,",positive,1 "Kamala Harris of South Asia, Jamaica descent US Vice-President",11/8/2020,International news,"Kamala Devi Harris, daughter of a Tamil Nadu, India migrant who sent to study at University of Berkeley California and B...","Kamala Harris of South Asia, Jamaica descent US Vice-President Kamala Devi Harris, daughter of a Tamil Nadu, India migrant who sent to study at University of Berkeley California and B...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields up",8/17/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 177.50/20 against the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields were higher, de...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields up Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 177.50/20 against the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields were higher, de...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka debt restructuring: opposition MP warns of ""China go home"" protests",12/2/2022,Economy,"""They have forced  investments down this country thanks to the Rajapaksa family.""","Sri Lanka debt restructuring: opposition MP warns of ""China go home"" protests ""They have forced  investments down this country thanks to the Rajapaksa family.""",negative,-1 Ajith Mannapperuma sworn in as new SJB MP,4/9/2021,Politics,Former MP Ajith Mannapperuma was sworn in as a new member of parliament today in place of Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) M...,Ajith Mannapperuma sworn in as new SJB MP Former MP Ajith Mannapperuma was sworn in as a new member of parliament today in place of Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) M...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka stocks close down after two-week run, amidst profit taking",3/18/2024,Stocks & Companies,"Turnover was at 1.3 billion. Crossings on Hayleys Fabric Plc, Hatton National Bank Plc contributed","Sri Lanka stocks close down after two-week run, amidst profit taking Turnover was at 1.3 billion. Crossings on Hayleys Fabric Plc, Hatton National Bank Plc contributed",negative,-1 "Russia ""concerned"" after Sri Lanka delists prominent scholarship-granting Medical Universities",9/11/2020,Education,Russia is expressing concern that Sri Lanka’s Medical Council (SLMC) has cut several Russian Universities from the app...,"Russia ""concerned"" after Sri Lanka delists prominent scholarship-granting Medical Universities Russia is expressing concern that Sri Lanka’s Medical Council (SLMC) has cut several Russian Universities from the app...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to probe alcohol producers running their own retail outlets,10/21/2022,Business, Commissioner General of Excise for a report about alcohol producers running their own retail outlets,Sri Lanka to probe alcohol producers running their own retail outlets Commissioner General of Excise for a report about alcohol producers running their own retail outlets,negative,-1 Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of up to 3 hours for July 06 to July 08,7/5/2022,Energy,The country's dollar shortage has led to power cuts as the government is unable to import diesel for generation,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of up to 3 hours for July 06 to July 08 The country's dollar shortage has led to power cuts as the government is unable to import diesel for generation,negative,-1 Sri Lanka' trails Asia in human capital index: 13-year education equals 8 in Singapore,9/27/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka is trailing behind many Asian and middle income countries in human capital with lower relative education and s...,Sri Lanka' trails Asia in human capital index: 13-year education equals 8 in Singapore Sri Lanka is trailing behind many Asian and middle income countries in human capital with lower relative education and s...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's Hambantota port development joined by Fujian, China firm",7/1/2020,Logistics,China's CMPorts said a Fujian-based logistics group will take an indirect stake to join the development of Hambantota po...,"Sri Lanka's Hambantota port development joined by Fujian, China firm China's CMPorts said a Fujian-based logistics group will take an indirect stake to join the development of Hambantota po...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields steady",1/21/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker around 197.00/198.00 to the US dollar in the spot next market on Thursday while bond y...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker around 197.00/198.00 to the US dollar in the spot next market on Thursday while bond y...",negative,-1 Executive Presidency: Will follow 2015 reform trajectory - Sajith,10/2/2019,PresPoll2020,"Presidential hopeful Sajith Premadasa said he will continue the constitutional reform trajectory of the UNF government, ...","Executive Presidency: Will follow 2015 reform trajectory - Sajith Presidential hopeful Sajith Premadasa said he will continue the constitutional reform trajectory of the UNF government, ...",positive,1 Sri Lanka's gazetted 22nd amendment bill is a diluted version of itself: CPA,6/30/2022,Legal,"""The present gazetted Bill represents a significant weakening of the previous limited proposals by the Minister.""","Sri Lanka's gazetted 22nd amendment bill is a diluted version of itself: CPA ""The present gazetted Bill represents a significant weakening of the previous limited proposals by the Minister.""",negative,-1 FM releases WhatsApp number for info on Sri Lankans in Israel,10/9/2023,International Relations,"There are reportedly some 8,000 Sri Lankans working in Israel.","FM releases WhatsApp number for info on Sri Lankans in Israel There are reportedly some 8,000 Sri Lankans working in Israel.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's state-run Litro Gas to drop cooking gas prices from Sep 05,9/2/2022,Energy,"“We hope to maintain prices at a lower level than other institutions, in line with global prices,” Pieris said.","Sri Lanka's state-run Litro Gas to drop cooking gas prices from Sep 05 “We hope to maintain prices at a lower level than other institutions, in line with global prices,” Pieris said.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka should strike trade deals with China, ASEAN to access Asia: EDB Chief",1/30/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka should sign free trade deals with China and the Association of East Asian Nations to boost exports to Asia, n...","Sri Lanka should strike trade deals with China, ASEAN to access Asia: EDB Chief Sri Lanka should sign free trade deals with China and the Association of East Asian Nations to boost exports to Asia, n...",negative,-1 Ceylon Tobacco drags down Sri Lanka stocks,12/6/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.18 percent lower on Friday, with Ceylon Tobacco Company (CTC) dragging down the market.","Ceylon Tobacco drags down Sri Lanka stocks Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.18 percent lower on Friday, with Ceylon Tobacco Company (CTC) dragging down the market.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, bonds wider",6/10/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee opened firmer at 176.45/60 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Monday, while bond yield...","Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, bonds wider The Sri Lanka rupee opened firmer at 176.45/60 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Monday, while bond yield...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka’s budget deficit, debt targets challenging: Moody’s",3/11/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Achieving the Sri Lankan government’s deficit and debt targets set out in last week’s...,"Sri Lanka’s budget deficit, debt targets challenging: Moody’s ECONOMYNEXT – Achieving the Sri Lankan government’s deficit and debt targets set out in last week’s...",negative,-1 Investigation launched over Sri Lanka Standards DG's aflatoxins comments: Keheliya,4/6/2021,Health,An investigation has been launched over a controversial statement attributed to Sri Lanka Standards Institute (SLSI) Dir...,Investigation launched over Sri Lanka Standards DG's aflatoxins comments: Keheliya An investigation has been launched over a controversial statement attributed to Sri Lanka Standards Institute (SLSI) Dir...,negative,-1 Ranil hails Lanka for retaining Best Destination status,7/4/2019,Economy,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is hailing Sri Lanka for retaining its title as the “best destination for tourists...,Ranil hails Lanka for retaining Best Destination status Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is hailing Sri Lanka for retaining its title as the “best destination for tourists...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka's Ceylon Grain Elevators net up in December on tighter costs, lower tax bill",2/26/2020,Agriculture,"Profits at Sri Lanka's Ceylon Grain Elevators, a feed milling and poultry processor, grew 26 percent in the December 202...","Sri Lanka's Ceylon Grain Elevators net up in December on tighter costs, lower tax bill Profits at Sri Lanka's Ceylon Grain Elevators, a feed milling and poultry processor, grew 26 percent in the December 202...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka 2023 budget proposes logistic hubs to boost trade,11/16/2022,Aviation,Sri Lanka has been in the process of coming out of an unprecedented economic crisis,Sri Lanka 2023 budget proposes logistic hubs to boost trade Sri Lanka has been in the process of coming out of an unprecedented economic crisis,negative,-1 Sri Lanka issues heat advisory for several districts,4/2/2021,Weather and Climate,Sri Lanka's meteorology department expects heat felt on the human body to go up to 'extreme caution levels' (amber) in P...,Sri Lanka issues heat advisory for several districts Sri Lanka's meteorology department expects heat felt on the human body to go up to 'extreme caution levels' (amber) in P...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka confirms 541 Covid-19 cases, 499 from community as cases surge",10/27/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has confirmed 541 cases on October 26, taking the total to 8,412 with most of them coming from the community a...","Sri Lanka confirms 541 Covid-19 cases, 499 from community as cases surge Sri Lanka has confirmed 541 cases on October 26, taking the total to 8,412 with most of them coming from the community a...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka to liquidate The Finance Company, license cancelled: Central Bank",5/22/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's central bank said it had cancelled the operating license of The Finance Company Plc, a non-bank lender of th...","Sri Lanka to liquidate The Finance Company, license cancelled: Central Bank Sri Lanka's central bank said it had cancelled the operating license of The Finance Company Plc, a non-bank lender of th...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks up after two-day curfew; new PM speculation boosts sentiment,5/12/2022,Markets,"Delay in forming a new government could hit sentiment, analysts say ","Sri Lanka stocks up after two-day curfew; new PM speculation boosts sentiment Delay in forming a new government could hit sentiment, analysts say ",negative,-1 Lambda looms over Sri Lanka as more returnees test positive for COVID-19,7/7/2021,Health,A considerable number of COVID-19 cases are detected daily among repatriate groups in quarantine.,Lambda looms over Sri Lanka as more returnees test positive for COVID-19 A considerable number of COVID-19 cases are detected daily among repatriate groups in quarantine.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to get US$10.96mn Korean tourism grant,1/18/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka will receive a 10.96 million US dollar grant from Korea to develop the tourism industry in the island nation, ...","Sri Lanka to get US$10.96mn Korean tourism grant Sri Lanka will receive a 10.96 million US dollar grant from Korea to develop the tourism industry in the island nation, ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka state oligopoly allowed to import some black gram,4/23/2024,Economy,"STC, Food Promotion Board and Hadabima Authority allowed to import some black gram","Sri Lanka state oligopoly allowed to import some black gram STC, Food Promotion Board and Hadabima Authority allowed to import some black gram",negative,-1 Sri Lanka doctor accused of forced sterilisation reinstated,12/16/2021,Health,The official has also sought clarification from the hospital director for the nonpayment of Sihabdeen’s salary.,Sri Lanka doctor accused of forced sterilisation reinstated The official has also sought clarification from the hospital director for the nonpayment of Sihabdeen’s salary.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka services exports up 17.3-pct to USS1,228mn to July",8/31/2023,Business,Export of services grows in Sri Lanka,"Sri Lanka services exports up 17.3-pct to USS1,228mn to July Export of services grows in Sri Lanka",positive,1 "One dead in flooding, 23 missing",11/1/2019,Weather and Climate,The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) reported today that 1 person residing in Matara District died and 4 people are inju...,"One dead in flooding, 23 missing The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) reported today that 1 person residing in Matara District died and 4 people are inju...",negative,-1 Monitoring mechanism to ensure strict adherence to home-quarantine regulations,11/27/2020,Health,Field officers from various government agencies will monitor home-quarantine of COVID-19 close contacts to ensure strict...,Monitoring mechanism to ensure strict adherence to home-quarantine regulations Field officers from various government agencies will monitor home-quarantine of COVID-19 close contacts to ensure strict...,positive,1 AG instructs police to arrest former MP Jaya Sri Ranga,10/16/2019,Politics,Attorney General Dappula de Livera has instructed police today (16 Oct) to arrest the former parliamentarian and talk s...,AG instructs police to arrest former MP Jaya Sri Ranga Attorney General Dappula de Livera has instructed police today (16 Oct) to arrest the former parliamentarian and talk s...,negative,-1 UK Prime Minister Liz Truss announces resignation,10/20/2022,World,"Upon her succession, the UK will have its third prime minister of the year.","UK Prime Minister Liz Truss announces resignation Upon her succession, the UK will have its third prime minister of the year.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka campus canteen triggers Colombo security alert,5/14/2023,Political News,"Intelligence units had picked up information that the canteen had received an order for 1,500 lunch packets","Sri Lanka campus canteen triggers Colombo security alert Intelligence units had picked up information that the canteen had received an order for 1,500 lunch packets",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to extend exchange controls for six months: Minister,6/25/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's cabinet had given approval to extend exchange and import controls for another six months from June 02, to ke...","Sri Lanka to extend exchange controls for six months: Minister Sri Lanka's cabinet had given approval to extend exchange and import controls for another six months from June 02, to ke...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s UNP insists President Sirisena be included in corruption probe,11/26/2018,Legal,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s United National Party (UNP) has insisted President Maithripala Sirisena waive pr...,Sri Lanka’s UNP insists President Sirisena be included in corruption probe ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s United National Party (UNP) has insisted President Maithripala Sirisena waive pr...,negative,-1 "Easter plotters at large, may be planning more attacks - US Ambassador",4/30/2019,Uncategorized,The US Government believes members of the militant group that carried out the Easter Sunday bombings may still be at lar...,"Easter plotters at large, may be planning more attacks - US Ambassador The US Government believes members of the militant group that carried out the Easter Sunday bombings may still be at lar...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stocks close 0.08-pct higher, buying in Dialog, JKH",5/22/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.08 percent higher on buying interest in Dialog Axiata, John Keells Holdings and Distilleries...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.08-pct higher, buying in Dialog, JKH Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.08 percent higher on buying interest in Dialog Axiata, John Keells Holdings and Distilleries...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka agricultural experts warn of seed paddy shortage,6/18/2022,Agriculture,Sri Lanka has to produce its seed paddy in the current season if is to have a better harvest in next Maha season.,Sri Lanka agricultural experts warn of seed paddy shortage Sri Lanka has to produce its seed paddy in the current season if is to have a better harvest in next Maha season.,negative,-1 Twenty-seven MPs nominated to Sri Lanka's new National Council,9/23/2022,Politics,Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena will serve as chair of the council,Twenty-seven MPs nominated to Sri Lanka's new National Council Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena will serve as chair of the council,positive,1 "Japan, UNFPA gift Sri Lanka reproductive health mobile units",3/4/2024,Health,Health on Wheels clinics will provide marginalized communities critical maternal and reproductive healthcare services,"Japan, UNFPA gift Sri Lanka reproductive health mobile units Health on Wheels clinics will provide marginalized communities critical maternal and reproductive healthcare services",negative,-1 Sri Lanka 3-month T-bill yield down 18bp,5/8/2024,Bonds & Forex,"The 3-month fell 18 basis points from 9.61 percent to 14.96 percent, with 30 billion rupees in securities offered sold","Sri Lanka 3-month T-bill yield down 18bp The 3-month fell 18 basis points from 9.61 percent to 14.96 percent, with 30 billion rupees in securities offered sold",negative,-1 "The Guardian takes down quiz question after Sri Lanka objects to the use of ""Eelam""",5/16/2020,Uncategorized,The on-line edition of the Guardian newspaper has taken down a question it asked about islands around the world after th...,"The Guardian takes down quiz question after Sri Lanka objects to the use of ""Eelam"" The on-line edition of the Guardian newspaper has taken down a question it asked about islands around the world after th...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka schedules 3 hour power cuts for August 23,8/22/2022,Energy,Coal plant expected to be back on stream on August 29,Sri Lanka schedules 3 hour power cuts for August 23 Coal plant expected to be back on stream on August 29,negative,-1 India bluntly asks Sri Lanka to honour deal on East Container Terminal,2/1/2021,International Relations,"“The commitment of Government of Sri Lanka in this regard has been conveyed several times in the recent past, includin...","India bluntly asks Sri Lanka to honour deal on East Container Terminal “The commitment of Government of Sri Lanka in this regard has been conveyed several times in the recent past, includin...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's GMOA criticises plans to establish three private medical colleges,9/11/2023,Education,"""Even now, our medical faculties are run amidst great difficulty,” he said.","Sri Lanka's GMOA criticises plans to establish three private medical colleges ""Even now, our medical faculties are run amidst great difficulty,” he said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond yields close lower,12/14/2022,Bonds & Forex,Market eased after the T-bill auction ,Sri Lanka bond yields close lower Market eased after the T-bill auction ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's ‘Sancharaka Udawa’ tourist fair seeks to involve universities,5/18/2024,Tourism,"“Several universities were given free stalls to facilitate student interaction with industry professionals,” ","Sri Lanka's ‘Sancharaka Udawa’ tourist fair seeks to involve universities “Several universities were given free stalls to facilitate student interaction with industry professionals,” ",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka parliament panel clears envoys to UN, Germany, Vietnam",12/19/2022,Economy,Committee on high posts has cleared the appointment of four ambassadors and two permanent representatives to UN agencies,"Sri Lanka parliament panel clears envoys to UN, Germany, Vietnam Committee on high posts has cleared the appointment of four ambassadors and two permanent representatives to UN agencies",negative,-1 "Crisis-hit Sri Lanka's interim budget aims ambitious revenue, debt cut targets",8/30/2022,Economic Crisis,The country is yet to see the impacts of economic crisis easing.,"Crisis-hit Sri Lanka's interim budget aims ambitious revenue, debt cut targets The country is yet to see the impacts of economic crisis easing.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka looks for $11.26 bln investment to achieve renewable energy targets - CEB GM,3/12/2024,Energy,Sri Lanka has planned to increase the renewable energy to 70% of the total energy mix by 2030,Sri Lanka looks for $11.26 bln investment to achieve renewable energy targets - CEB GM Sri Lanka has planned to increase the renewable energy to 70% of the total energy mix by 2030,positive,1 Sri Lanka Bank of Ceylon net down 34.7-pct in March 2023 quarter,5/21/2023,Banking,BoC keeps lending rate growth below the pace of deposit rates,Sri Lanka Bank of Ceylon net down 34.7-pct in March 2023 quarter BoC keeps lending rate growth below the pace of deposit rates,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to establish National Teachers Council to increase professionalism,5/7/2024,Education,Similar to those of other professions and international best practices to enhance professionalism of country's teachers,Sri Lanka to establish National Teachers Council to increase professionalism Similar to those of other professions and international best practices to enhance professionalism of country's teachers,positive,1 "Sri Lanka rainstorm kills 25, swimming in floodwaters adds to toll",11/11/2021,Weather and Climate,"""Most of the deaths were due to people going for a swim or a boat ride in the flood areas,"" said Kodippili.","Sri Lanka rainstorm kills 25, swimming in floodwaters adds to toll ""Most of the deaths were due to people going for a swim or a boat ride in the flood areas,"" said Kodippili.",negative,-1 Roundtable discussion on education technology in Sri Lanka,2/19/2024,Education,Ed-Tech towards achieving SDGs Roundtable Discussion,Roundtable discussion on education technology in Sri Lanka Ed-Tech towards achieving SDGs Roundtable Discussion,positive,1 Sri Lanka to exempt NRFC interest from income tax,1/9/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka plans to exempt from income tax interest earned on Non-Resident and Resident Forex (NRFC and RFC) according to...,Sri Lanka to exempt NRFC interest from income tax Sri Lanka plans to exempt from income tax interest earned on Non-Resident and Resident Forex (NRFC and RFC) according to...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks rebound 1.61-pct from 8-year low,3/11/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks rebounded 1.61 percent Wednesday recouping some of the losses from a record 4.14 percent plunge a day e...,Sri Lanka stocks rebound 1.61-pct from 8-year low Sri Lanka stocks rebounded 1.61 percent Wednesday recouping some of the losses from a record 4.14 percent plunge a day e...,negative,-1 Markets plunge as intervention fails to staunch virus panic,3/17/2020,International news,Stock markets and oil prices went into freefall Monday as interest rate cuts and fresh stimulus measures by central bank...,Markets plunge as intervention fails to staunch virus panic Stock markets and oil prices went into freefall Monday as interest rate cuts and fresh stimulus measures by central bank...,negative,-1 "No Bourgeoisies, No democracy",8/25/2019,Opinion,Comrade Anura and the JVP must rediscover Marx in the context of the 21st century. Capitalism has its intrinsic contrad...,"No Bourgeoisies, No democracy Comrade Anura and the JVP must rediscover Marx in the context of the 21st century. Capitalism has its intrinsic contrad...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka foreign ministry document attestation hit by computer glitch,10/8/2019,Political News,"Document attestation has slowed down temporarily due to a computer glitch, which is being fixed, the consumer affairs u...","Sri Lanka foreign ministry document attestation hit by computer glitch Document attestation has slowed down temporarily due to a computer glitch, which is being fixed, the consumer affairs u...",negative,-1 Sacked Sri Lanka minister wants probe on state spying claim,1/6/2022,Defence,It is a serious claim ,Sacked Sri Lanka minister wants probe on state spying claim It is a serious claim ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka opposition parties react to purported apolitical protest on April 03,3/31/2022,Politics,"""We also wish to stress that we will not try to take credit for a spontaneous people's protest,"" the statement said.","Sri Lanka opposition parties react to purported apolitical protest on April 03 ""We also wish to stress that we will not try to take credit for a spontaneous people's protest,"" the statement said.",negative,-1 Bahrain latest country to ban inbound passengers from COVID-hit Sri Lanka,5/24/2021,Health,"Singapore, Kuwait, Italy, Dubai and the Maldives have also slapped a travel ban on Sri Lanka till May 31.","Bahrain latest country to ban inbound passengers from COVID-hit Sri Lanka Singapore, Kuwait, Italy, Dubai and the Maldives have also slapped a travel ban on Sri Lanka till May 31.",negative,-1 "Missing Persons Commission, NGOs serve intn'l LTTE interests - President",3/28/2019,Politics,President says NGOs and Independent Commissions serving LTTE remnants,"Missing Persons Commission, NGOs serve intn'l LTTE interests - President President says NGOs and Independent Commissions serving LTTE remnants",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka remittances, tourism earnings down in May",7/18/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's foreign exchange earnings from remittances and tourism fell in May 2019, the central bank said.","Sri Lanka remittances, tourism earnings down in May Sri Lanka's foreign exchange earnings from remittances and tourism fell in May 2019, the central bank said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka dairy farmers in trouble after buying imported milch cows,3/19/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka is looking to give debt relief to farmers who have got into trouble after buying expensive imported milch cows...,Sri Lanka dairy farmers in trouble after buying imported milch cows Sri Lanka is looking to give debt relief to farmers who have got into trouble after buying expensive imported milch cows...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka panel propose hiring financial, legal advisors amid debt crisis",3/21/2022,Economy,Expert team to help Finance Minister,"Sri Lanka panel propose hiring financial, legal advisors amid debt crisis Expert team to help Finance Minister",negative,-1 IMF cautions Maldives on money printing to stop rufiyaa fall as Sri Lanka wobbles,10/9/2021,Economy,Tighter monetary policy stance may be needed to ensure compatibility with the exchange rate peg,IMF cautions Maldives on money printing to stop rufiyaa fall as Sri Lanka wobbles Tighter monetary policy stance may be needed to ensure compatibility with the exchange rate peg,negative,-1 Opinion: Leading For a New Safe and Prosperous Normal,8/16/2020,Education,"The threat of Covid-19 still haunts us even though Sri Lanka is one of the few countries in the world, keeping it at bay...","Opinion: Leading For a New Safe and Prosperous Normal The threat of Covid-19 still haunts us even though Sri Lanka is one of the few countries in the world, keeping it at bay...",positive,1 Sri Lanka power regulator fires salvo against fossil plants by adding up eco-costs,6/11/2020,Energy,"Sri Lanka's power regulator has released a study of 'externalities', where an attempt has been made to give a cash value...","Sri Lanka power regulator fires salvo against fossil plants by adding up eco-costs Sri Lanka's power regulator has released a study of 'externalities', where an attempt has been made to give a cash value...",negative,-1 US offers Sri Lanka a vision different to what is offered by China - Pompeo,10/28/2020,Democracy,The United States offers a different vision for Sri Lanka of shared democratic values and the exercise of sovereign righ...,US offers Sri Lanka a vision different to what is offered by China - Pompeo The United States offers a different vision for Sri Lanka of shared democratic values and the exercise of sovereign righ...,positive,1 Ranil forced to 'democratize' proposed alliance constitution in major showdown,8/2/2019,Political News,Members of Sri Lanka's United National Party is to submit amendments to a draft constitution to govern a proposed broad ...,Ranil forced to 'democratize' proposed alliance constitution in major showdown Members of Sri Lanka's United National Party is to submit amendments to a draft constitution to govern a proposed broad ...,negative,-1 Confusion over whether Sri Lanka's IMF deal will be presented to parliament,9/22/2022,Economy,"""The cabinet will be briefed very soon once he received all the details.""","Confusion over whether Sri Lanka's IMF deal will be presented to parliament ""The cabinet will be briefed very soon once he received all the details.""",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka tax hike: no response from president, professionals to discuss next steps",3/31/2023,Economy,"“Sadly, there has still been no response,” the GMOA official said.","Sri Lanka tax hike: no response from president, professionals to discuss next steps “Sadly, there has still been no response,” the GMOA official said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's private bus owners want priority fuel to resume operations,7/17/2022,Economy,Only 10 to 15% of private buses in operation in the past few weeks.,Sri Lanka's private bus owners want priority fuel to resume operations Only 10 to 15% of private buses in operation in the past few weeks.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Railways plans to recruit 8,000 workers",1/15/2023,General Services,The multi-task force was allocated 9.8 billion rupees in the 2023 budget.,"Sri Lanka Railways plans to recruit 8,000 workers The multi-task force was allocated 9.8 billion rupees in the 2023 budget.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka currency crisis: IMF 'very concerned' as Treasury, CB talks begin",4/9/2022,Economy,We at the IMF are very concerned about the current economic crisis in Sri Lanka and hardships,"Sri Lanka currency crisis: IMF 'very concerned' as Treasury, CB talks begin We at the IMF are very concerned about the current economic crisis in Sri Lanka and hardships",positive,1 Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings boosts stake in tea marketing firm,5/12/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings has boosted its stake in a branded tea company and trimmed the group interest in oil palm ...,Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings boosts stake in tea marketing firm Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings has boosted its stake in a branded tea company and trimmed the group interest in oil palm ...,positive,1 Amnesty declares Writer Shakthika a Prisoner of Conscience,7/30/2019,Uncategorized,Amnesty International has declared Sri Lankan short story writer Shakthika Sathkumara a Prisoner of Conscience and urged...,Amnesty declares Writer Shakthika a Prisoner of Conscience Amnesty International has declared Sri Lankan short story writer Shakthika Sathkumara a Prisoner of Conscience and urged...,negative,-1 Elyon Colombo business hotel opens braving Sri Lanka downturn,7/17/2019,Business,"Elyon Colombo, a business hotel promoted by St Anthony's group, a private held group in Sri Lanka, is opening a 30-room ...","Elyon Colombo business hotel opens braving Sri Lanka downturn Elyon Colombo, a business hotel promoted by St Anthony's group, a private held group in Sri Lanka, is opening a 30-room ...",positive,1 Heated debate in p'ment over COPE media coverage,9/23/2020,Politics,A heated debate ensued in Sri Lanka’s parliament this morning after opposition lawmaker S M Marikkar accused the gover...,Heated debate in p'ment over COPE media coverage A heated debate ensued in Sri Lanka’s parliament this morning after opposition lawmaker S M Marikkar accused the gover...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka shares close up, turnover at 2 bn",11/22/2023,Markets,Turnover was at 2 billion. ,"Sri Lanka shares close up, turnover at 2 bn Turnover was at 2 billion. ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Minister warns of foreign debt restructuring delay,9/4/2023,Debt Restructuring,Sri Lanka is unable to seek commercial loans without agreeing on foreign debt restructuring,Sri Lanka Minister warns of foreign debt restructuring delay Sri Lanka is unable to seek commercial loans without agreeing on foreign debt restructuring,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's stocks open stronger,6/13/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's stocks opened 0.07 percent higher with buying seen in LOLC Finance PLC, Dunamis Capital PLC an...","Sri Lanka's stocks open stronger ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's stocks opened 0.07 percent higher with buying seen in LOLC Finance PLC, Dunamis Capital PLC an...",positive,1 Sri Lanka stocks rally for ninth day to near three month high,10/29/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks gained 0.31 percent on Tuesday, rallying for the nine straight day and rising to the highest levels s...","Sri Lanka stocks rally for ninth day to near three month high Sri Lanka's stocks gained 0.31 percent on Tuesday, rallying for the nine straight day and rising to the highest levels s...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka ignored Singapore's Goh, flexible CB law not a change: Kabir",12/9/2022,Economy,This time also we are not doing a complete structural change. I think we are only going halfway,"Sri Lanka ignored Singapore's Goh, flexible CB law not a change: Kabir This time also we are not doing a complete structural change. I think we are only going halfway",negative,-1 Sri Lanka MPs speak up in support of Palestine,11/30/2023,Human Rights,"November 29 is the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, a UN-organized observance.","Sri Lanka MPs speak up in support of Palestine November 29 is the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, a UN-organized observance.",positive,1 Sri Lanka airport clarifies Brandix special charter flight passengers origin,10/8/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's Airport & Aviation Services claimed today that a chartered flight organised by Brandix carried 48 workers of...,Sri Lanka airport clarifies Brandix special charter flight passengers origin Sri Lanka's Airport & Aviation Services claimed today that a chartered flight organised by Brandix carried 48 workers of...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's United Motors expect hit from import embargo as Covid-19 controls ease,6/3/2020,Economy," United Motors Lanka Plc, agents for Mitsubishi in Sri Lanka said it expected a hit on its supply chain as a self-impose...","Sri Lanka's United Motors expect hit from import embargo as Covid-19 controls ease United Motors Lanka Plc, agents for Mitsubishi in Sri Lanka said it expected a hit on its supply chain as a self-impose...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's DFCC March net falls 45-pct on higher taxes, trading losses",5/16/2019,Markets,Net profits at DFCC Bank fell 45 percent to 590.5 million rupees in the March quarter from a year earlier with higher ta...,"Sri Lanka's DFCC March net falls 45-pct on higher taxes, trading losses Net profits at DFCC Bank fell 45 percent to 590.5 million rupees in the March quarter from a year earlier with higher ta...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond yields edged up slightly,8/10/2021,Bonds & Forex,Rupee remains inactive in forex market ,Sri Lanka bond yields edged up slightly Rupee remains inactive in forex market ,negative,-1 Basil leaves: Sri Lanka's former finance minister quits parliament ahead of 21st amendment,6/9/2022,Politics,"“I invite anyone from the Aragalaya to take my place,” he said.","Basil leaves: Sri Lanka's former finance minister quits parliament ahead of 21st amendment “I invite anyone from the Aragalaya to take my place,” he said.",negative,-1 Ranjan's seat rendered vacant; ex-MP Ajith Mannaperuma to take his place: Speaker,4/7/2021,Politics,"The parliamentary seat of main opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) MP Ranjan Ramanayake, who is currently serving a ...","Ranjan's seat rendered vacant; ex-MP Ajith Mannaperuma to take his place: Speaker The parliamentary seat of main opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) MP Ranjan Ramanayake, who is currently serving a ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka opposition MP says will only support genuine all-party govt,8/12/2022,Politics,"""We still have an opportunity, it is an obligation and responsibility of all political leaders to find a way out.""","Sri Lanka opposition MP says will only support genuine all-party govt ""We still have an opportunity, it is an obligation and responsibility of all political leaders to find a way out.""",negative,-1 COPE to meet on forensic audits on bond scams linked to Sri Lanka's central bank,12/2/2019,Legal,A committee overseeing state enterprises in Sri Lanka's parliament has called a meeting to discuss foreign audits on sca...,COPE to meet on forensic audits on bond scams linked to Sri Lanka's central bank A committee overseeing state enterprises in Sri Lanka's parliament has called a meeting to discuss foreign audits on sca...,negative,-1 Regnis and Singer Industries merge with Singer Sri Lanka,2/8/2024,Merger & Acquisition,Regnis (Lanka) Plc and Singer Industries (Ceylon) Plc have merged with Singer (Sri Lanka) Plc,Regnis and Singer Industries merge with Singer Sri Lanka Regnis (Lanka) Plc and Singer Industries (Ceylon) Plc have merged with Singer (Sri Lanka) Plc,negative,-1 President off to Cambodia,8/7/2019,Uncategorized,President Maithripala Sirisena will pay a visit to Cambodia from today 7 Aug to 10th of August 2019.,President off to Cambodia President Maithripala Sirisena will pay a visit to Cambodia from today 7 Aug to 10th of August 2019.,positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, gilt yields down",1/12/2021,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 192.50/194.00 in the spot next market against the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond ...","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, gilt yields down Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 192.50/194.00 in the spot next market against the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond ...",negative,-1 "Asian markets, currencies boosted by trade optimism",2/20/2019,International news,"Hong Kong, China | AFP | Wednesday - Growing optimism that China and the United States will reach a trade deal lifted mo...","Asian markets, currencies boosted by trade optimism Hong Kong, China | AFP | Wednesday - Growing optimism that China and the United States will reach a trade deal lifted mo...",positive,1 Sri Lanka to temporarily ban inbound passengers from Gulf countries,6/29/2021,Health,"However, passengers transiting via these countries will be permitted, a circular said.","Sri Lanka to temporarily ban inbound passengers from Gulf countries However, passengers transiting via these countries will be permitted, a circular said.",positive,1 Sri Lanka prints Rs22bn after failing to sell bills at ceiling rate,6/21/2021,Economy,Money printing has resumed in June,Sri Lanka prints Rs22bn after failing to sell bills at ceiling rate Money printing has resumed in June,negative,-1 Sri Lanka shares gain over 1.5-pct in mid-day trade,9/14/2022,Markets,ASPI reverted from the previous day's slip,Sri Lanka shares gain over 1.5-pct in mid-day trade ASPI reverted from the previous day's slip,negative,-1 Sri Lanka mulls India plate and Vijayan complex activity to explain earthquakes,4/30/2023,Environment,Plans underway to study Vijayan - Highland complex boundaries in detail,Sri Lanka mulls India plate and Vijayan complex activity to explain earthquakes Plans underway to study Vijayan - Highland complex boundaries in detail,positive,1 Sri Lanka may reduce power cuts after coal plant repair,8/28/2022,Energy,Power cuts to depend on hydro and other fuel,Sri Lanka may reduce power cuts after coal plant repair Power cuts to depend on hydro and other fuel,negative,-1 Evergreen ship blocking Suez Canal beginning to float helped by Super Moon,3/29/2021,Logistics,"A ship blocking Suez canal has been refloated helped by rising tides after several days of work with tugs and dredgers, ...","Evergreen ship blocking Suez Canal beginning to float helped by Super Moon A ship blocking Suez canal has been refloated helped by rising tides after several days of work with tugs and dredgers, ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Melstacorp Sept quarter profits fall 58-pct,11/15/2019,Business,Profits at Sri Lanka's Melstacorp group fell 58 percent to 624 million rupees in the September 2019 quarter from a year ...,Sri Lanka's Melstacorp Sept quarter profits fall 58-pct Profits at Sri Lanka's Melstacorp group fell 58 percent to 624 million rupees in the September 2019 quarter from a year ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to 'strictly control' land rights of coconut farmland owners,12/14/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka is planning to 'strictly control' the right and freedoms of coconut farm owners to put their land to alternati...,Sri Lanka to 'strictly control' land rights of coconut farmland owners Sri Lanka is planning to 'strictly control' the right and freedoms of coconut farm owners to put their land to alternati...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's vaccine rollout a failure: Dr Nihal Abyesinghe,3/8/2021,Health,"Despite a promising start, Sri Lanka’s COVID-19 vaccination strategy has proved a failure due to gross mismanagement i...","Sri Lanka's vaccine rollout a failure: Dr Nihal Abyesinghe Despite a promising start, Sri Lanka’s COVID-19 vaccination strategy has proved a failure due to gross mismanagement i...",negative,-1 Call for Sri Lanka education reforms after suicide bombings,4/26/2019,Political News,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera has called for radical education reforms a...,Call for Sri Lanka education reforms after suicide bombings ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera has called for radical education reforms a...,negative,-1 IMF second tranche by December: Sri Lanka minister,11/18/2023,Debt Restructuring,We anticipate the disbursement of the second instalment from the IMF by December,IMF second tranche by December: Sri Lanka minister We anticipate the disbursement of the second instalment from the IMF by December,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Sathosa restructuring will see CWE and Sathosa retail chain merged: official,7/12/2023,Economy,"“This is not a restructuring of Lanka Sathosa. It’s a restructuring of CWE,” he said.","Sri Lanka's Sathosa restructuring will see CWE and Sathosa retail chain merged: official “This is not a restructuring of Lanka Sathosa. It’s a restructuring of CWE,” he said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 194/195.00 to the US dollar in the spot market,2/23/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 194/195.00 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields were f...","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 194/195.00 to the US dollar in the spot market Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 194/195.00 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields were f...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka coal tender runs into controversy, warnings of extended power cuts",9/11/2022,Energy,PUCSL warns of power cuts if coal imports stop,"Sri Lanka coal tender runs into controversy, warnings of extended power cuts PUCSL warns of power cuts if coal imports stop",negative,-1 Sri Lanka fails to sell 35-pct of Treasuries at auction,12/10/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has failed to sell 35 percent of a 40 billion rupee Treasuries offer at an 'auction' where ceiling yields are ...,Sri Lanka fails to sell 35-pct of Treasuries at auction Sri Lanka has failed to sell 35 percent of a 40 billion rupee Treasuries offer at an 'auction' where ceiling yields are ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka still needs level playing field for investors: German Ambassador,9/20/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka will be able to improve its investment climate through liberalization of freight forwarding and shipping, indu...","Sri Lanka still needs level playing field for investors: German Ambassador Sri Lanka will be able to improve its investment climate through liberalization of freight forwarding and shipping, indu...",positive,1 Sri Lanka Freedom Party: Sink or swim?,9/1/2021,Politics,"Asked if this development portends a possible exit from the ruling coalition, he said: “No, that won’t happen.”","Sri Lanka Freedom Party: Sink or swim? Asked if this development portends a possible exit from the ruling coalition, he said: “No, that won’t happen.”",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to offer military tactics education to armed forces, retirees, civilians: President",5/22/2024,Defence,"""By 2030, we must be prepared to address emerging national security challenges.""","Sri Lanka to offer military tactics education to armed forces, retirees, civilians: President ""By 2030, we must be prepared to address emerging national security challenges.""",positive,1 Pahiyangala study also reveals Man first learned to live in a rainforest in prehistoric Sri Lanka - ...,6/16/2020,Miscellaneous,"A recent study into prehistoric cave dwellers in Pahiyangala found that 48,000 years ago these ancient humans adapted to...","Pahiyangala study also reveals Man first learned to live in a rainforest in prehistoric Sri Lanka - ... A recent study into prehistoric cave dwellers in Pahiyangala found that 48,000 years ago these ancient humans adapted to...",positive,1 "Rupee closes weaker at 328.50/329.50 against the US dollar, Bond yields steady",3/29/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed at 328.50/329.50 rupees against the US dollar,"Rupee closes weaker at 328.50/329.50 against the US dollar, Bond yields steady Sri Lanka rupee closed at 328.50/329.50 rupees against the US dollar",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee sees erratic trade, one week at 198.0, spot strengthens towards close",4/22/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee traded as weak as 198.00 to the US dollar in one week forward but the spot traded from around 194.00 t...,"Sri Lanka rupee sees erratic trade, one week at 198.0, spot strengthens towards close Sri Lanka's rupee traded as weak as 198.00 to the US dollar in one week forward but the spot traded from around 194.00 t...",negative,-1 Detained Sri Lanka human rights lawyer's work conflated with terrorism: UN special rapporteur,9/9/2021,Human Rights,"On July 14 this year, Amnesty International declared Hizbullah a prisoner of conscience.","Detained Sri Lanka human rights lawyer's work conflated with terrorism: UN special rapporteur On July 14 this year, Amnesty International declared Hizbullah a prisoner of conscience.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka and Bangladesh ports to boost connectivity,11/27/2022,Logistics,Bangladesh exports and imports are transshipped via Singapore and Sri Lanka.,Sri Lanka and Bangladesh ports to boost connectivity Bangladesh exports and imports are transshipped via Singapore and Sri Lanka.,positive,1 "Sri Lanka bond yields flat at open, rupee steady",12/23/2022,Bonds & Forex,The secondary market was quiet ahead of the Christmas holidays as investors slowed down activity,"Sri Lanka bond yields flat at open, rupee steady The secondary market was quiet ahead of the Christmas holidays as investors slowed down activity",negative,-1 Trump leadership void on South Asia persists as diplomat retires,5/4/2020,Political News,"The acting top US diplomat for South Asia announced her retirement Sunday, as President Donald Trump looks increasingly ...","Trump leadership void on South Asia persists as diplomat retires The acting top US diplomat for South Asia announced her retirement Sunday, as President Donald Trump looks increasingly ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka SOE, govt credit surge in Jan 2021, private down",3/1/2021,Banking,"Sri Lanka's credit to government and state enterprises surged in January 2021 but private credit fell, official data sho...","Sri Lanka SOE, govt credit surge in Jan 2021, private down Sri Lanka's credit to government and state enterprises surged in January 2021 but private credit fell, official data sho...",negative,-1 "UN, US partner with Sri Lanka for USD 9.2 Mn agriculture enhancement project",1/10/2024,Agriculture,"""USAID is funding the four-year extension of support to Sri Lankan paddy farmers, which will benefit 10,000 farmers.""","UN, US partner with Sri Lanka for USD 9.2 Mn agriculture enhancement project ""USAID is funding the four-year extension of support to Sri Lankan paddy farmers, which will benefit 10,000 farmers.""",positive,1 "Sri Lanka Army plans to produce ammunition, cutting forex outflow; State Minister",6/1/2023,Defence,"Light weapons in the Army include the type 56 (T56) assault rifle, 9mm pistol, and lightweight machine gun. ","Sri Lanka Army plans to produce ammunition, cutting forex outflow; State Minister Light weapons in the Army include the type 56 (T56) assault rifle, 9mm pistol, and lightweight machine gun. ",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka minister askes youth to join Customs, help increase State revenue",10/2/2023,Employment,A gazette announced the hiring of 138 Assistant Superintendents of Customs and 45 Inspectors of Customs.,"Sri Lanka minister askes youth to join Customs, help increase State revenue A gazette announced the hiring of 138 Assistant Superintendents of Customs and 45 Inspectors of Customs.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka inflation hits 54.6-pct in June 2022 after money printing,7/1/2022,Economy,Food prices up 122-pct since output gap targeting began in August 2022,Sri Lanka inflation hits 54.6-pct in June 2022 after money printing Food prices up 122-pct since output gap targeting began in August 2022,negative,-1 63% Sri Lankans don't think COVID-19 will spread into their area: Vanguard survey,4/4/2020,Health,"Some 63% of Sri Lankans do not think that COVID-19 will spread into their areas, a survey showed.","63% Sri Lankans don't think COVID-19 will spread into their area: Vanguard survey Some 63% of Sri Lankans do not think that COVID-19 will spread into their areas, a survey showed.",negative,-1 Cabinet approves Rs 365 million international gem & jewellery trade centre in Ratnapura,12/16/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka plans to build a Rs 365-million international gem and jewellery trade center in Ratnapura to enable sellers an...,Cabinet approves Rs 365 million international gem & jewellery trade centre in Ratnapura Sri Lanka plans to build a Rs 365-million international gem and jewellery trade center in Ratnapura to enable sellers an...,positive,1 Arms manufacturers show Indian capability to Sri Lankan military,4/12/2024,Defence,India's military equipment export has risen 10 fold to $2.6 billion in last five years: Indian Envoy,Arms manufacturers show Indian capability to Sri Lankan military India's military equipment export has risen 10 fold to $2.6 billion in last five years: Indian Envoy,positive,1 Asian markets hit as US jobs data dent hopes for big rate cut,7/8/2019,International news,Asian markets retreated Monday and the dollar held gains after a blockbuster US jobs report dashed hopes that the Federa...,Asian markets hit as US jobs data dent hopes for big rate cut Asian markets retreated Monday and the dollar held gains after a blockbuster US jobs report dashed hopes that the Federa...,negative,-1 NATO withdrawal from Afghanistan leaves the region nervous,6/7/2021,World,The vacuummay create an opening for China to step in,NATO withdrawal from Afghanistan leaves the region nervous The vacuummay create an opening for China to step in,positive,1 Sri Lanka’s ComBank provides Mastercard online payment gateway to Daraz,12/6/2018,ICT,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Commercial Bank said it has been appointed the Internet Payment Gateway (IPG) se...,Sri Lanka’s ComBank provides Mastercard online payment gateway to Daraz ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Commercial Bank said it has been appointed the Internet Payment Gateway (IPG) se...,negative,-1 Four patients from yesterday declared COVID 19 negative - officials,5/6/2020,Health,Officials are saying that the last four patients who they first believed contracted COVID 19 have tested negative for th...,Four patients from yesterday declared COVID 19 negative - officials Officials are saying that the last four patients who they first believed contracted COVID 19 have tested negative for th...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka President instructs farmers to grow more grains after controlling imports,7/4/2020,Economy, Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had instructed farmers to grow more grains saying imports have been controlled...,Sri Lanka President instructs farmers to grow more grains after controlling imports Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had instructed farmers to grow more grains saying imports have been controlled...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence to promote carbon neutral tourism to aim high-end Europeans,12/3/2022,Environment,Most Western tourists are looking for sustainable tourism initiatives - official ,Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence to promote carbon neutral tourism to aim high-end Europeans Most Western tourists are looking for sustainable tourism initiatives - official ,positive,1 Sri Lanka Telecom revamps whistleblowing process to boost governance,10/12/2023,Markets,The revised Whistle-blowing Procedure has safe channels for whistleblowers to report concerns on serious misconduct,Sri Lanka Telecom revamps whistleblowing process to boost governance The revised Whistle-blowing Procedure has safe channels for whistleblowers to report concerns on serious misconduct,negative,-1 "UNP condemns Myanmar coup, urges military to reverse decision to detain civilian leaders",2/1/2021,International Relations,"Sri Lanka's former ruling party the United National Party (UNP) has condemned the coup that took place in Myanmar today,...","UNP condemns Myanmar coup, urges military to reverse decision to detain civilian leaders Sri Lanka's former ruling party the United National Party (UNP) has condemned the coup that took place in Myanmar today,...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka agriculture to go high tech with 100 drones,1/17/2024,Agriculture,"Agriculture Sector Skills Council, a private sector professional body, handed over 100 agricultural drones","Sri Lanka agriculture to go high tech with 100 drones Agriculture Sector Skills Council, a private sector professional body, handed over 100 agricultural drones",positive,1 Sri Lanka’s business community pledges to build unity after suicide bombings,5/21/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s main business lobbies Tuesday came together to work to build unity among the isl...,Sri Lanka’s business community pledges to build unity after suicide bombings ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s main business lobbies Tuesday came together to work to build unity among the isl...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields marginally up",11/9/2020,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 184.60/70 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while yields marginally up...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields marginally up Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 184.60/70 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while yields marginally up...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bond yields soar, 2031 bonds 15.42-pct after money printing",3/12/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,"Sri Lanka bond yields soar, 2031 bonds 15.42-pct after money printing .",positive,1 "Changing behaviour through awareness, key to recovery from Covid-19",7/15/2020,Health,"After a long day in Colombo, I take an Uber home at 8.30 in the evening. A policeman stops the car at a checkpoint in fr...","Changing behaviour through awareness, key to recovery from Covid-19 After a long day in Colombo, I take an Uber home at 8.30 in the evening. A policeman stops the car at a checkpoint in fr...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka power regulator wants minister for crisis hit energy sector,4/5/2022,Energy,.,Sri Lanka power regulator wants minister for crisis hit energy sector .,negative,-1 Sri Lanka foreign minister seeks Korean language boost for closer links,8/27/2021,Economy,Korea is a key market for migrant Sri Lankan workers who want to earn a higher income,Sri Lanka foreign minister seeks Korean language boost for closer links Korea is a key market for migrant Sri Lankan workers who want to earn a higher income,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka president to propose state, private sector salary hikes in budget",10/31/2023,Economy,This is to compensate for the rise in commodity prices due to inflation triggered by the 2022 currency crisis.,"Sri Lanka president to propose state, private sector salary hikes in budget This is to compensate for the rise in commodity prices due to inflation triggered by the 2022 currency crisis.",negative,-1 Islamic State claims responsibility for Sri Lanka attacks: Report,4/23/2019,Defence,"Islamic State (IS), a fundamentalist group, has claimed responsibility for the bombings in Sri Lanka which killed more t...","Islamic State claims responsibility for Sri Lanka attacks: Report Islamic State (IS), a fundamentalist group, has claimed responsibility for the bombings in Sri Lanka which killed more t...",negative,-1 President wants Provincial Council elections held as soon as possible,3/13/2021,Politics,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa wants elections to Provincial Councils held soon either under the old Law or under the prop...,President wants Provincial Council elections held as soon as possible President Gotabaya Rajapaksa wants elections to Provincial Councils held soon either under the old Law or under the prop...,negative,-1 Sri Lankan medical students waiting to return to China to be prioritised: Wang Yi,1/10/2022,Education,"“I must share with you that the Chinese government has already listed Sri Lanka on the first batch.""","Sri Lankan medical students waiting to return to China to be prioritised: Wang Yi “I must share with you that the Chinese government has already listed Sri Lanka on the first batch.""",positive,1 Global stocks pressured by Kim-Trump summit failure,3/1/2019,International news,World stock markets came under pressure Thursday as a summit between Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un ended abruptly without...,Global stocks pressured by Kim-Trump summit failure World stock markets came under pressure Thursday as a summit between Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un ended abruptly without...,negative,-1 US President Donald Trump tests positive for Coronavirus,10/2/2020,Health,US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania has tested positive for Coronavirus after a top aide was confirmed with...,US President Donald Trump tests positive for Coronavirus US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania has tested positive for Coronavirus after a top aide was confirmed with...,negative,-1 UNP complains to EC about Sajith’s helicopter incident,10/31/2019,Politics,United National Party (UNP) has complained to the Elections Commission about the incident when power was shut off at the...,UNP complains to EC about Sajith’s helicopter incident United National Party (UNP) has complained to the Elections Commission about the incident when power was shut off at the...,negative,-1 Champika arrested,12/18/2019,Politics,In a brief Facebook live broadcast Ranawaka is seen talking to the camera while policemen mill about his living room.,Champika arrested In a brief Facebook live broadcast Ranawaka is seen talking to the camera while policemen mill about his living room.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka considers designating Norochcholai, Kalpitiya as agrizones",10/20/2023,Agriculture,Minister of agriculture to assess proposal on benefits of designating the area an agricultural zone.,"Sri Lanka considers designating Norochcholai, Kalpitiya as agrizones Minister of agriculture to assess proposal on benefits of designating the area an agricultural zone.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Cabinet Spokesman backs rehabilitation law to protect fundamental rights,10/18/2022,Defence,Bureau of Rehabilitation Bill strongly criticized by rights groups ,Sri Lanka Cabinet Spokesman backs rehabilitation law to protect fundamental rights Bureau of Rehabilitation Bill strongly criticized by rights groups ,negative,-1 "Nearly one billion confined to homes as virus toll nears 13,000",3/22/2020,Health,Nearly one billion people around the world were confined to their homes Saturday as US states implemented stay-at-home o...,"Nearly one billion confined to homes as virus toll nears 13,000 Nearly one billion people around the world were confined to their homes Saturday as US states implemented stay-at-home o...",negative,-1 Cyclone Burevi will leave the island by noon – Met Department,12/3/2020,Weather and Climate,The cyclone Burevi was over the northern peninsula this morning and the Meteorological Department says its effects will ...,Cyclone Burevi will leave the island by noon – Met Department The cyclone Burevi was over the northern peninsula this morning and the Meteorological Department says its effects will ...,positive,1 Karu calls for action on rapidly escalating human-elephant conflict,1/22/2021,Animal Rights,The National Movement for Social Justice (NMSJ) is calling on the government to immediately act on mitigating the human-...,Karu calls for action on rapidly escalating human-elephant conflict The National Movement for Social Justice (NMSJ) is calling on the government to immediately act on mitigating the human-...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Red Cross trying to collect 100,000 PPE kits for health ministry",3/31/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's Red Cross in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Indigenous Medical Services is looking to collect 1...,"Sri Lanka Red Cross trying to collect 100,000 PPE kits for health ministry Sri Lanka's Red Cross in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Indigenous Medical Services is looking to collect 1...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka sells down monetary gold as forex reserves drop,1/8/2022,Economy,Country has not bought gold since 2014,Sri Lanka sells down monetary gold as forex reserves drop Country has not bought gold since 2014,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Sarvodaya building supply chain for rural products,11/17/2021,Economy,SDF to develop a business portal ,Sri Lanka's Sarvodaya building supply chain for rural products SDF to develop a business portal ,positive,1 Business Impact on Sri Lanka from COVID-19,2/21/2020,Op-ed/Special Reports,The outbreak of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) is having its toll on the global economy with many economists now expec...,Business Impact on Sri Lanka from COVID-19 The outbreak of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) is having its toll on the global economy with many economists now expec...,positive,1 Sri Lanka stock market falls 6.5-pct wiping out Rs245bn,2/2/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks plunged 6.5 per cent Tuesday wiping out 245 billion rupees from stock values after making steep gains o...,Sri Lanka stock market falls 6.5-pct wiping out Rs245bn Sri Lanka stocks plunged 6.5 per cent Tuesday wiping out 245 billion rupees from stock values after making steep gains o...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka ex-envoy to face first court hearing in US,1/27/2019,Political News,Former ambassador to Washington Jaliya Wickramasuriya is likely to be brought before a judge this week making him the fi...,Sri Lanka ex-envoy to face first court hearing in US Former ambassador to Washington Jaliya Wickramasuriya is likely to be brought before a judge this week making him the fi...,positive,1 Sri Lanka government urges public to update their mobile SIM registration,11/10/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka has around 8 million more SIM cards than the entire population,Sri Lanka government urges public to update their mobile SIM registration Sri Lanka has around 8 million more SIM cards than the entire population,negative,-1 Sri Lanka National Christian Council opposes Online Safety Bill,9/30/2023,Legal,Laws granting discretion to the executive and its agencies with expansive reach have been misused in the past,Sri Lanka National Christian Council opposes Online Safety Bill Laws granting discretion to the executive and its agencies with expansive reach have been misused in the past,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka only partly met UN promise to release military-held land, study finds",3/15/2019,Defence,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s military has only partially fulfilled promises to the United Nations to release ...,"Sri Lanka only partly met UN promise to release military-held land, study finds ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s military has only partially fulfilled promises to the United Nations to release ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka lifts PAL tax on petrol, diesel, LP Gas, fertilizer as VAT widened",1/1/2024,Economy,The PAL on the items is being lifted from January 01,"Sri Lanka lifts PAL tax on petrol, diesel, LP Gas, fertilizer as VAT widened The PAL on the items is being lifted from January 01",negative,-1 Sri Lanka low grown Ceylon teas pick up,9/14/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's high priced Low Grown teas prices picked in the first auction of September, while cheaper high grown teas to...","Sri Lanka low grown Ceylon teas pick up Sri Lanka's high priced Low Grown teas prices picked in the first auction of September, while cheaper high grown teas to...",negative,-1 India's ICICI Bank exits Sri Lanka,10/23/2020,Banking,"India's ICICI Bank Limited has been given approval to close down its business in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo, the island...","India's ICICI Bank exits Sri Lanka India's ICICI Bank Limited has been given approval to close down its business in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo, the island...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer to the US dollar,2/22/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 193/194.25 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while some bond yields ...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 193/194.25 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while some bond yields ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bond yields end higher, rupee at 321.50/90 against the US dollar",4/26/2023,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka’s bond yields were slightly up at close on Wednesday, while the rupee closed at 321.50/90 against the USD","Sri Lanka bond yields end higher, rupee at 321.50/90 against the US dollar Sri Lanka’s bond yields were slightly up at close on Wednesday, while the rupee closed at 321.50/90 against the USD",negative,-1 Sri Lanka hopeful of reaching IMF initial deal in two months,4/29/2022,Economy,Governor Weerasinghe had addressed the committee of the Chamber on April 28,Sri Lanka hopeful of reaching IMF initial deal in two months Governor Weerasinghe had addressed the committee of the Chamber on April 28,positive,1 "Sri Lanka customs revenues below target, mulls lifting car import ban",6/13/2023,Economy,"Customs now estimated that they could collect only Rs783bn against a target of Rs1,226bn","Sri Lanka customs revenues below target, mulls lifting car import ban Customs now estimated that they could collect only Rs783bn against a target of Rs1,226bn",negative,-1 Sri Lanka central bank tightens exporter surrender rules,10/29/2021,Economy,Only specified deductions allowed,Sri Lanka central bank tightens exporter surrender rules Only specified deductions allowed,negative,-1 Sri Lanka govt warns against fear-mongering over UN resolution,4/1/2019,Legal,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s deposed former regime members are distorting a United Nations human rights rulin...,Sri Lanka govt warns against fear-mongering over UN resolution ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s deposed former regime members are distorting a United Nations human rights rulin...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee parallel rates touch 230, forward discounts slightly lower",7/7/2021,Bonds & Forex,Forward dollar are at a discount because rupee rates are kept down with money printing,"Sri Lanka rupee parallel rates touch 230, forward discounts slightly lower Forward dollar are at a discount because rupee rates are kept down with money printing",negative,-1 UN experts urge end to forced cremations of Covid dead,1/26/2021,Human Rights,"Three UN experts said they deplore the implementation of such public health decisions based on discrimination, aggressiv...","UN experts urge end to forced cremations of Covid dead Three UN experts said they deplore the implementation of such public health decisions based on discrimination, aggressiv...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bond yields steady, rupee weaker",1/16/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's bond yields were largely unchanged ahead of a bill auction and the rupee was slightly weaker on Wednesday as...,"Sri Lanka bond yields steady, rupee weaker Sri Lanka's bond yields were largely unchanged ahead of a bill auction and the rupee was slightly weaker on Wednesday as...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka expects 150,000 visitors in September",9/10/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka is expecting 150,000 visitors in September 2019, around the same level as last year Sri Lanka Tourism Bureau c...","Sri Lanka expects 150,000 visitors in September Sri Lanka is expecting 150,000 visitors in September 2019, around the same level as last year Sri Lanka Tourism Bureau c...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stock trading halted as market plunges 5.0-pct,2/21/2022,Markets,30 min trading halt till 2.14pm,Sri Lanka stock trading halted as market plunges 5.0-pct 30 min trading halt till 2.14pm,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka private credit negative in June 2022, Rs189bn printed",8/1/2022,Banking,Dollar denominated credit repaid by state and private borrowers,"Sri Lanka private credit negative in June 2022, Rs189bn printed Dollar denominated credit repaid by state and private borrowers",negative,-1 Sri Lanka court accepts challenge against disputed PM,11/26/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka’s Court of Appeal on Monday entertained a challenge against Mahinda Rajapaksa and his disputed cabinet ...,Sri Lanka court accepts challenge against disputed PM Sri Lanka’s Court of Appeal on Monday entertained a challenge against Mahinda Rajapaksa and his disputed cabinet ...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka’s MEPA to get 28.5 mn rupees from Singaporean AEPW, for beach clean up",9/26/2023,Accident,"MEPA to get 5.7 mn rupees a year, for five years to maintain 8 beach cleaner machines","Sri Lanka’s MEPA to get 28.5 mn rupees from Singaporean AEPW, for beach clean up MEPA to get 5.7 mn rupees a year, for five years to maintain 8 beach cleaner machines",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stocks close up, banks and index heavyweights see interest",4/17/2024,Bonds & Forex,"""There were mixed sentiments. Interest came into banks and index heavyweights.""","Sri Lanka stocks close up, banks and index heavyweights see interest ""There were mixed sentiments. Interest came into banks and index heavyweights.""",negative,-1 "Opposition puzzled at PM's invite to former MPs after ""callous"" rejection by President",5/2/2020,Legal,The Opposition says it cannot understand why Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has invited all members of the recently di...,"Opposition puzzled at PM's invite to former MPs after ""callous"" rejection by President The Opposition says it cannot understand why Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has invited all members of the recently di...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Yohani releases new single Moving On through US label,11/12/2021,Arts and Culture,"Moving On, is mostly in English, with parts in Sinhalese and is about a break-up. ","Sri Lanka's Yohani releases new single Moving On through US label Moving On, is mostly in English, with parts in Sinhalese and is about a break-up. ",negative,-1 No China returnee students show coronavirus symptoms yet,2/3/2020,Uncategorized,The 33 Sri Lankan university students quarantined at the Diyathalawa Army camp have not shown any symptoms of the corona...,No China returnee students show coronavirus symptoms yet The 33 Sri Lankan university students quarantined at the Diyathalawa Army camp have not shown any symptoms of the corona...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka buys 400MW of floating emergency power,5/22/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had given approval to buy 400 MegaWatts of emergency power for up to nine months to so...,Sri Lanka buys 400MW of floating emergency power Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had given approval to buy 400 MegaWatts of emergency power for up to nine months to so...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Hambantota port backed by China's Sinopec to expand bunkers offering,8/6/2021,Accident,First cruise ship since Covid-19 pandemic calls at Hambantota,Sri Lanka's Hambantota port backed by China's Sinopec to expand bunkers offering First cruise ship since Covid-19 pandemic calls at Hambantota,positive,1 Sterling gyrates as British PM puts job on line,3/28/2019,International news,"The British pound gyrated Wednesday, initially rallying on Prime Minister Theresa May's dramatic appeal for her Brexit p...","Sterling gyrates as British PM puts job on line The British pound gyrated Wednesday, initially rallying on Prime Minister Theresa May's dramatic appeal for her Brexit p...",positive,1 Truth & reconciliation commission could help Sri Lanka stave off foreign intervention: FM,7/28/2023,Human Rights,"“But that space must be trustworthy, or it won't be accepted internationally,” he added.","Truth & reconciliation commission could help Sri Lanka stave off foreign intervention: FM “But that space must be trustworthy, or it won't be accepted internationally,” he added.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka likely to face more scrutiny in September UNHRC session,3/8/2022,Human Rights,"""Government has still not produced a credible road map on transitional justice towards accountability"" - UN rights chief","Sri Lanka likely to face more scrutiny in September UNHRC session ""Government has still not produced a credible road map on transitional justice towards accountability"" - UN rights chief",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka meets IMF quantitative targets for June, revenues lower: CB Governor",7/7/2023,Economy,"All the targets have been met, except the revenue target is below","Sri Lanka meets IMF quantitative targets for June, revenues lower: CB Governor All the targets have been met, except the revenue target is below",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Bank to raise Rs750mn from debentures-Corrected,1/17/2020,Finance,Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Banking Corporation Plc (PABC) said it plans to raise 7.5 billion rupees through a debenture issue ...,Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Bank to raise Rs750mn from debentures-Corrected Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Banking Corporation Plc (PABC) said it plans to raise 7.5 billion rupees through a debenture issue ...,negative,-1 U.S. pledges support to Sri Lanka to fight terrorism,5/17/2019,Defence,ECONOMYNEXT – United States Secretary of State Mike Pompeo pledged “strong support” to Sri Lanka to f...,U.S. pledges support to Sri Lanka to fight terrorism ECONOMYNEXT – United States Secretary of State Mike Pompeo pledged “strong support” to Sri Lanka to f...,negative,-1 "Fifteen years after the end of the war, victims still await justice at Mullivaikkal: Amnesty",5/18/2024,Op-ed/Special Reports,"“Today’s anniversary is a grim reminder of the collective failure of the Sri Lankan authorities""","Fifteen years after the end of the war, victims still await justice at Mullivaikkal: Amnesty “Today’s anniversary is a grim reminder of the collective failure of the Sri Lankan authorities""",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka 7-pct mortgage loans for houses, land, apartments, renovation",12/26/2020,Banking,"Mortgage loans at a state mandated 7 percent rate given to salaries workers could be used to build houses, purchase a la...","Sri Lanka 7-pct mortgage loans for houses, land, apartments, renovation Mortgage loans at a state mandated 7 percent rate given to salaries workers could be used to build houses, purchase a la...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to build foreign research ship handling capacity amid 1-year ban – sources,1/5/2024,International Relations,India has strongly raised security concerns over allowing Chinese research vessels in Indian Ocean waters ,Sri Lanka to build foreign research ship handling capacity amid 1-year ban – sources India has strongly raised security concerns over allowing Chinese research vessels in Indian Ocean waters ,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Western Province Coronavirus curfew till November 09, 0500h: Army chief",11/1/2020,Legal,Sri Lanka has extended curfews in the Western province and key areas to contain the spread of Coronavirus after as the d...,"Sri Lanka Western Province Coronavirus curfew till November 09, 0500h: Army chief Sri Lanka has extended curfews in the Western province and key areas to contain the spread of Coronavirus after as the d...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka police find hand grenade in Colombo private hospital,9/14/2021,Crime,"The grenade has now been disarmed, police said.","Sri Lanka police find hand grenade in Colombo private hospital The grenade has now been disarmed, police said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka debunks rumors that Lankan migrant workers have committed suicide in Kuwait,6/4/2020,Health,Foreign Relations Ministry officials are denying Social Media chatter that two Sri Lankan migrant workers in Kuwait have...,Sri Lanka debunks rumors that Lankan migrant workers have committed suicide in Kuwait Foreign Relations Ministry officials are denying Social Media chatter that two Sri Lankan migrant workers in Kuwait have...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka cabinet nod for laws against ""false propaganda"" online",4/20/2021,Free Speech,Sri Lanka’s cabinet of ministers has approved a proposal to draft legislation to combat false and misleading statement...,"Sri Lanka cabinet nod for laws against ""false propaganda"" online Sri Lanka’s cabinet of ministers has approved a proposal to draft legislation to combat false and misleading statement...",positive,1 Gota gets another reprieve from corruption trial,7/25/2019,Politics,Gotabaya Rajapaksa got another reprieve from facing his misappropriation trial when the Supreme Court ordered that the t...,Gota gets another reprieve from corruption trial Gotabaya Rajapaksa got another reprieve from facing his misappropriation trial when the Supreme Court ordered that the t...,negative,-1 Opposition MP's allegation forces shut down of free food programme,6/25/2019,Uncategorized,A charity that has been providing free meals to thousands of people a day at three hospitals in and around Colombo has c...,Opposition MP's allegation forces shut down of free food programme A charity that has been providing free meals to thousands of people a day at three hospitals in and around Colombo has c...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka opposition leader blames crises on 20th amendment; faults Justice Minister,5/4/2022,Politics,"""Please, as demanded by the people of this country, resign and give them the opportunity to elect a new government.""","Sri Lanka opposition leader blames crises on 20th amendment; faults Justice Minister ""Please, as demanded by the people of this country, resign and give them the opportunity to elect a new government.""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's UBC net down 24-pct in Sept 2021,11/1/2021,Banking,Net interest income fall amid debt moratorium,Sri Lanka's UBC net down 24-pct in Sept 2021 Net interest income fall amid debt moratorium,negative,-1 Opposition charges the government wants to set up surveillance systems to threaten critics,6/8/2020,Free Speech,The opposition is accusing the government of collecting personal data that can be used to threaten or intimidate citizen...,Opposition charges the government wants to set up surveillance systems to threaten critics The opposition is accusing the government of collecting personal data that can be used to threaten or intimidate citizen...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka minister defends payment in China organic fertilizer dispute, says no loss",1/9/2022,Agriculture,Fertilizer will come back,"Sri Lanka minister defends payment in China organic fertilizer dispute, says no loss Fertilizer will come back",positive,1 Fitch removes negative rating watch on 15 Sri Lanka banks,10/5/2023,Banking,Underlying ratings confirmed,Fitch removes negative rating watch on 15 Sri Lanka banks Underlying ratings confirmed,negative,-1 Human rights situation in Sri Lanka further deteriorated in 2020: UK report,7/9/2021,Human Rights,"The report noted, among other issues, an alleged increase in surveillance and intimidation of civil society.","Human rights situation in Sri Lanka further deteriorated in 2020: UK report The report noted, among other issues, an alleged increase in surveillance and intimidation of civil society.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee closes at 324.75/325.00 to the US dollar,9/19/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 324.75/325.00 to the US dollar on Tuesday,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 324.75/325.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 324.75/325.00 to the US dollar on Tuesday,negative,-1 Election guidelines not gazetted so that SLPP campaign can continue unhindered: AKD,7/13/2020,Politics,The government deliberately chose not to gazette the pandemic guidelines issued for the upcoming parliamentary polls as ...,Election guidelines not gazetted so that SLPP campaign can continue unhindered: AKD The government deliberately chose not to gazette the pandemic guidelines issued for the upcoming parliamentary polls as ...,negative,-1 Work from home until the 20th of April government says,4/13/2020,Health,"The government has ordered that all public and private sector employees should work from home until April 20, a statemen...","Work from home until the 20th of April government says The government has ordered that all public and private sector employees should work from home until April 20, a statemen...",negative,-1 Restaurants in Sri Lanka struggle to stay in business as LP gas shortages worsen,3/10/2022,Economy,"""We will see a serious shortage. We have very little stock, only sufficient for one or two days in the port.""","Restaurants in Sri Lanka struggle to stay in business as LP gas shortages worsen ""We will see a serious shortage. We have very little stock, only sufficient for one or two days in the port.""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks retreat for third day with selling in banks,8/1/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks retreated for the third day, closing 0.64 points lower with selling in banking stocks, provisional da...","Sri Lanka stocks retreat for third day with selling in banks Sri Lanka's stocks retreated for the third day, closing 0.64 points lower with selling in banking stocks, provisional da...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka SOE to export mineral sands to China,9/6/2023,Trade,The statement quoted Lanka Mineral Sands Chairman saying that two ships will arrive in Sri Lanka to carry the mineral.,Sri Lanka SOE to export mineral sands to China The statement quoted Lanka Mineral Sands Chairman saying that two ships will arrive in Sri Lanka to carry the mineral.,positive,1 Parties within govt have role to play without being slaves to any faction: Wimal,2/3/2021,Politics,Constituent parties of the ruling coalition have a role to play within the government without being political slaves to ...,Parties within govt have role to play without being slaves to any faction: Wimal Constituent parties of the ruling coalition have a role to play within the government without being political slaves to ...,positive,1 Boeing suspends 737 MAX deliveries as France probes black boxes,3/15/2019,International news,US aerospace giant Boeing said Thursday it was suspending deliveries of its top-selling 737 MAX as French investigators ...,Boeing suspends 737 MAX deliveries as France probes black boxes US aerospace giant Boeing said Thursday it was suspending deliveries of its top-selling 737 MAX as French investigators ...,negative,-1 "Heavy rain, thundershowers forecast for parts of Sri Lanka",10/5/2021,Weather and Climate,The Met Department has asked the general public to take adequate precautions to minimise damage.,"Heavy rain, thundershowers forecast for parts of Sri Lanka The Met Department has asked the general public to take adequate precautions to minimise damage.",negative,-1 Mahinda says Sri Lanka should not sign MCC deal before elections,10/31/2019,Political News, Sri Lanka should not sign the Millennium Challenge Corporation grant of 480 million US dollars though available informa...,Mahinda says Sri Lanka should not sign MCC deal before elections Sri Lanka should not sign the Millennium Challenge Corporation grant of 480 million US dollars though available informa...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka close on two month high,2/23/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index (ASPI) gained 1.05 percent, or 95.74 points, to reach 9,255.99","Sri Lanka close on two month high All Share Price Index (ASPI) gained 1.05 percent, or 95.74 points, to reach 9,255.99",positive,1 "Sri Lanka is recovering, but threats from central bank, US policy",1/22/2024,Bellwether,At the moment the central bank is providing monetary stability seen in the exchange rate and inflation,"Sri Lanka is recovering, but threats from central bank, US policy At the moment the central bank is providing monetary stability seen in the exchange rate and inflation",negative,-1 Sri Lanka tourist arrivals starting to recover in June,7/3/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals are starting to recover from Easter Sunday attacks, a top official said, with many countrie...","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals starting to recover in June Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals are starting to recover from Easter Sunday attacks, a top official said, with many countrie...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka removes on-arrival PCR requirement for all arrivals in bid to boost tourism,9/28/2021,Health,Fully vaccinated tourists are free to move across the country the way they did before the pandemic.,Sri Lanka removes on-arrival PCR requirement for all arrivals in bid to boost tourism Fully vaccinated tourists are free to move across the country the way they did before the pandemic.,positive,1 "SriLankan Airlines pilots on industrial action over 189 dollar rate, salary cuts",2/15/2022,Aviation,There is gap between official and unofficial exchange rates,"SriLankan Airlines pilots on industrial action over 189 dollar rate, salary cuts There is gap between official and unofficial exchange rates",negative,-1 Land prices in Sri Lanka’s Colombo district up 13.6-pct in 2019 first half,9/3/2019,Business,"Land prices in Sri Lanka’s Colombo district, where the capital is, rose over 13 percent in the first half of 2019 from...","Land prices in Sri Lanka’s Colombo district up 13.6-pct in 2019 first half Land prices in Sri Lanka’s Colombo district, where the capital is, rose over 13 percent in the first half of 2019 from...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka receives more Pfizer; over 31,000 fully vaxxed with US-made jab",8/16/2021,Health,"On Sunday (15), the second dose was administered to 4,697, while 61 received the first shot.","Sri Lanka receives more Pfizer; over 31,000 fully vaxxed with US-made jab On Sunday (15), the second dose was administered to 4,697, while 61 received the first shot.",negative,-1 "As economy crashes, democracy may be next, warns Sri Lanka's JVP",1/24/2022,Economy,"“As the country becomes bankrupt and they run out of solutions for the economic woes, they will then touch democracy.""","As economy crashes, democracy may be next, warns Sri Lanka's JVP “As the country becomes bankrupt and they run out of solutions for the economic woes, they will then touch democracy.""",positive,1 Sri Lanka parliament to debate draft central bank law on May 11,5/4/2023,Banking,Welfare Benefit Payment Scheme under the Welfare Benefit Act will be taken up on May 12,Sri Lanka parliament to debate draft central bank law on May 11 Welfare Benefit Payment Scheme under the Welfare Benefit Act will be taken up on May 12,positive,1 How are COVID-19 cases in South Asia suddenly on the decline?,2/27/2021,Health,Is there something unique about South Asia that would explain its declining COVID-19 cases and relatively low mortality ...,How are COVID-19 cases in South Asia suddenly on the decline? Is there something unique about South Asia that would explain its declining COVID-19 cases and relatively low mortality ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond yields end higher,12/19/2022,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.18 rupees,Sri Lanka bond yields end higher Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.18 rupees,negative,-1 Sri Lanka moves up in human development ranking,12/10/2019,Politics,"Sri Lanka has moved up the ranks on the Human Development Index (HDI), moving from 76 in 2018 to 71 this year, according...","Sri Lanka moves up in human development ranking Sri Lanka has moved up the ranks on the Human Development Index (HDI), moving from 76 in 2018 to 71 this year, according...",positive,1 "Turkey refutes Gnanasara Thero's claim of funding ""false ideas"" in SL",5/30/2019,Uncategorized,Turkey has refuted a claim by Bodu Bala Sena General Secretary Galagodaaththe Gnanasara Thera that the country has been...,"Turkey refutes Gnanasara Thero's claim of funding ""false ideas"" in SL Turkey has refuted a claim by Bodu Bala Sena General Secretary Galagodaaththe Gnanasara Thera that the country has been...",negative,-1 CID investigating alleged sterilizing report,5/23/2019,Uncategorized,The Criminal Investigation Department is investigating a news report that a particular doctor had sterilized thousands o...,CID investigating alleged sterilizing report The Criminal Investigation Department is investigating a news report that a particular doctor had sterilized thousands o...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks make highest gain since November as rates fall,7/4/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.80 percent higher on Thursday amid euphoria among retail investors following the approval of n...,Sri Lanka stocks make highest gain since November as rates fall Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.80 percent higher on Thursday amid euphoria among retail investors following the approval of n...,positive,1 EU renews calls for abolishing death penalty,7/18/2019,Political News,Heads of Missions (HoMs) of the European Union in Sri Lanka called for the abolishment of the death penalty on Thursday...,EU renews calls for abolishing death penalty Heads of Missions (HoMs) of the European Union in Sri Lanka called for the abolishment of the death penalty on Thursday...,negative,-1 UNP vs UNP: Will Sajith's new party also be UNP?,2/11/2020,Uncategorized,The Elections Commission has recognized Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa as the President of a political party called ...,UNP vs UNP: Will Sajith's new party also be UNP? The Elections Commission has recognized Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa as the President of a political party called ...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise to 13 with foreign returnee, total Covid-19 positive 3,235",9/14/2020,Health,"A 60-year old seaman who returned from Bahrain had died in hospital on September 14, taking the total death related to C...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise to 13 with foreign returnee, total Covid-19 positive 3,235 A 60-year old seaman who returned from Bahrain had died in hospital on September 14, taking the total death related to C...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka gets demarche, India says shocked over fishermen deaths",1/22/2021,Political News,India has said it was shocked at the death of three Indian fishermen and a Sri Lanka national after a collision with a S...,"Sri Lanka gets demarche, India says shocked over fishermen deaths India has said it was shocked at the death of three Indian fishermen and a Sri Lanka national after a collision with a S...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks end 4-pct lower,10/21/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks fell 4.21 per cent at Wednesday’s close amid a new cluster of coronavirus infections detected at Meeg...,Sri Lanka stocks end 4-pct lower Sri Lanka stocks fell 4.21 per cent at Wednesday’s close amid a new cluster of coronavirus infections detected at Meeg...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka large caps still undervalued, consumer goods has potential: Asia Securities",12/18/2019,Markets,"A rally is Sri Lanka's stock market is the second half of 2019 has pushed up construction, manufacturing and telecom sec...","Sri Lanka large caps still undervalued, consumer goods has potential: Asia Securities A rally is Sri Lanka's stock market is the second half of 2019 has pushed up construction, manufacturing and telecom sec...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka mall cuts rents in Coronavirus downturn, stock price soars",10/5/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's CT Land Development Plc, a property developer that runs Colombo's Majestic City mall said it was cutting ren...","Sri Lanka mall cuts rents in Coronavirus downturn, stock price soars Sri Lanka's CT Land Development Plc, a property developer that runs Colombo's Majestic City mall said it was cutting ren...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka budget step towards correcting economic mismanagement: Ceylon Chamber,11/15/2023,Business,The National Budget 2024 takes a resolute approach to address these past missteps.,Sri Lanka budget step towards correcting economic mismanagement: Ceylon Chamber The National Budget 2024 takes a resolute approach to address these past missteps.,positive,1 Ceylon Chamber seeks transparency on SOFA/MCC,7/3/2019,Uncategorized,The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC) today called for an “enhanced level of transparency” on the controversial Statu...,Ceylon Chamber seeks transparency on SOFA/MCC The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC) today called for an “enhanced level of transparency” on the controversial Statu...,positive,1 Sumanthiran tells the Supreme Court - “A country without Parliament is not a democracy”,5/18/2020,Human Rights,Hearings into the Fundamental Rights applications challenging the date of the elections and President Gotabaya Rajapaksa...,Sumanthiran tells the Supreme Court - “A country without Parliament is not a democracy” Hearings into the Fundamental Rights applications challenging the date of the elections and President Gotabaya Rajapaksa...,positive,1 Sri Lanka has to prepare a way forward strategy for a post-Covid19 era: Cabraal,3/26/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has to prepare for post a Covid-19 era, where the way the global economy works would change, Nivard Cabraal, S...","Sri Lanka has to prepare a way forward strategy for a post-Covid19 era: Cabraal Sri Lanka has to prepare for post a Covid-19 era, where the way the global economy works would change, Nivard Cabraal, S...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bond yields down, rupee end at 291.50/292.50 to US dollar",6/6/2023,Bonds & Forex,The Spot US dollar closed at 290.50/291.00 rupees rupees on Monday.,"Sri Lanka bond yields down, rupee end at 291.50/292.50 to US dollar The Spot US dollar closed at 290.50/291.00 rupees rupees on Monday.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka exports maintain momentum in April 2021,5/21/2021,Economy,Exports maintain 2019 level just as a third wave hits,Sri Lanka exports maintain momentum in April 2021 Exports maintain 2019 level just as a third wave hits,positive,1 "Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields up, 12-month flat",4/3/2024,Bonds & Forex,3 and 6 month yields up,"Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields up, 12-month flat 3 and 6 month yields up",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka LPG sellers seek tariff hike as butane, propane prices climb",3/9/2021,Energy,Sri Lanka's liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) distributors have sought have an increase in the controlled price but no cabin...,"Sri Lanka LPG sellers seek tariff hike as butane, propane prices climb Sri Lanka's liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) distributors have sought have an increase in the controlled price but no cabin...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's tax revenues for 2023 revised up to Rs2,752bn: Minister",1/1/2024,Fiscal,Primary surplus Rs330bn by end November,"Sri Lanka's tax revenues for 2023 revised up to Rs2,752bn: Minister Primary surplus Rs330bn by end November",negative,-1 Load-shedding or power cuts from tonight for four days,8/18/2020,Energy,"Electricity consumers around the country should expect load-shedding from tonight for at least four days, official sourc...","Load-shedding or power cuts from tonight for four days Electricity consumers around the country should expect load-shedding from tonight for at least four days, official sourc...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka parliament appoints members to committees including COPE, COPA",2/22/2024,Politics,Deputy Speaker Ajith Rajapakse said 19 members have been appointed to COPE.,"Sri Lanka parliament appoints members to committees including COPE, COPA Deputy Speaker Ajith Rajapakse said 19 members have been appointed to COPE.",positive,1 "Sri Lanka can resume high growth path, cut more taxes: Mark Mobius",12/11/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka can resume a high growth seen before a recent slowdown with the right policies, and more taxes should be cut, ...","Sri Lanka can resume high growth path, cut more taxes: Mark Mobius Sri Lanka can resume a high growth seen before a recent slowdown with the right policies, and more taxes should be cut, ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka says measures taken to ensure digital security of Indian-funded unique ID project,9/6/2023,Defence,India-funded Sri Lanka Unique ID project has raised concerns over data privacy ,Sri Lanka says measures taken to ensure digital security of Indian-funded unique ID project India-funded Sri Lanka Unique ID project has raised concerns over data privacy ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to use US$20mn from Indian credit for animal feed,8/12/2022,Agriculture,Maize imports to improve availability of animal feed,Sri Lanka to use US$20mn from Indian credit for animal feed Maize imports to improve availability of animal feed,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to declare last Saturday of every month volunteer day: Minister,3/23/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka plans to declare the last Saturday of every month a volunteer day for members of the public to voluntarily ass...,Sri Lanka to declare last Saturday of every month volunteer day: Minister Sri Lanka plans to declare the last Saturday of every month a volunteer day for members of the public to voluntarily ass...,positive,1 Officials say don’t panic as number infected by newest Covid cluster climbs to 84,10/5/2020,Health,The Health authorities are reassuring the public saying there is no reason to panic and start clearing out the shelves i...,Officials say don’t panic as number infected by newest Covid cluster climbs to 84 The Health authorities are reassuring the public saying there is no reason to panic and start clearing out the shelves i...,negative,-1 China's Baowu Steel to study investment in Sri Lanka: embassy,3/18/2022,Business,May lead to a billion US dollar investment embassy says,China's Baowu Steel to study investment in Sri Lanka: embassy May lead to a billion US dollar investment embassy says,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Coroanvirus guidelines for businesses in non-curfew areas,11/3/2020,Business,Sri Lanka has released a series of Coronavirus protection guidelines for businesses operating in non-curfew areas.,Sri Lanka Coroanvirus guidelines for businesses in non-curfew areas Sri Lanka has released a series of Coronavirus protection guidelines for businesses operating in non-curfew areas.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stocks close up, retail activity coming in",2/28/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was at 1.2 billion. ,"Sri Lanka stocks close up, retail activity coming in Turnover was at 1.2 billion. ",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka receives more Pfizer; vaccination of Mannar, Vavuniya residents to continue",7/19/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka has so far received a total of 126,000 doses of the US-manufactured COVID-19 vaccine.","Sri Lanka receives more Pfizer; vaccination of Mannar, Vavuniya residents to continue Sri Lanka has so far received a total of 126,000 doses of the US-manufactured COVID-19 vaccine.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to lift undu import ban to meet local demand in festival period,4/2/2024,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka will lift its protectionist import ban on undu to bring in 2,000 metric tonnes to meet seasonal demand","Sri Lanka to lift undu import ban to meet local demand in festival period Sri Lanka will lift its protectionist import ban on undu to bring in 2,000 metric tonnes to meet seasonal demand",positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee opens wide in one month forwards,1/20/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee opened wide quoted at 196.00/199.00 to the US dollar in the one month forward market with no spot or s...,Sri Lanka rupee opens wide in one month forwards Sri Lanka's rupee opened wide quoted at 196.00/199.00 to the US dollar in the one month forward market with no spot or s...,negative,-1 ICCPR Act under fire,7/24/2019,Uncategorized,"Nearly four months into the highly contested arrest of writer Shakthika Sathkumara, the allegedly selective application ...","ICCPR Act under fire Nearly four months into the highly contested arrest of writer Shakthika Sathkumara, the allegedly selective application ...",negative,-1 "UN Food Programme, FOA warn of a Sri Lanka food 'shortage'",9/14/2022,Agriculture,The organisations expect the situation to worsen mainly during October 2022 to February 2023.,"UN Food Programme, FOA warn of a Sri Lanka food 'shortage' The organisations expect the situation to worsen mainly during October 2022 to February 2023.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka imports rise as credit picks up,12/18/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's imports have started to rise with a pick up private credit over the fourth quarter of 2020 official data sho...,Sri Lanka imports rise as credit picks up Sri Lanka's imports have started to rise with a pick up private credit over the fourth quarter of 2020 official data sho...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee closes at 305.20/25 to the US dollar,3/15/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields down,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 305.20/25 to the US dollar Bond yields down,negative,-1 Sajith turned down Premiership many times - Mannapperuma,10/24/2019,Politics,UNP Parliamentarian State Minister Ajith Mannapperuma says NDF presidential candidate Sajith Premadasa was invited 71 t...,Sajith turned down Premiership many times - Mannapperuma UNP Parliamentarian State Minister Ajith Mannapperuma says NDF presidential candidate Sajith Premadasa was invited 71 t...,negative,-1 Sugar scam costs Sri Lanka Rs 15.9 billion in tax revenue: Finance Ministry,3/9/2021,Corruption,The so called Sugar Scam allegedly carried out by well-connected importers has cost the Sri Lankan state Rs. 15.9 billio...,Sugar scam costs Sri Lanka Rs 15.9 billion in tax revenue: Finance Ministry The so called Sugar Scam allegedly carried out by well-connected importers has cost the Sri Lankan state Rs. 15.9 billio...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 300.70/90 to US dollar,5/16/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were up.,Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 300.70/90 to US dollar Bond yields were up.,positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee bid at 199.90 to dollar,6/1/2021,Bonds & Forex,Banks were offering dollars' telegraphic transfers at 197.9103/ 202.8896 levels on Monday.,Sri Lanka rupee bid at 199.90 to dollar Banks were offering dollars' telegraphic transfers at 197.9103/ 202.8896 levels on Monday.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka in talks with ADB for facility after attacks,5/7/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka is in talks with the Asian Development Bank and other international agencies for financial facilities that are...,Sri Lanka in talks with ADB for facility after attacks Sri Lanka is in talks with the Asian Development Bank and other international agencies for financial facilities that are...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka president rejects claims of protester crackdown amid continuous arrest,8/3/2022,Politics,Wickremesinghe became the president after protesters forced ex-leader Gotabaya Rajapaksa to resign,Sri Lanka president rejects claims of protester crackdown amid continuous arrest Wickremesinghe became the president after protesters forced ex-leader Gotabaya Rajapaksa to resign,positive,1 Sri Lanka Development Bond auction sharply undersubscribed,4/1/2020,Bonds & Forex,A total of 11.93 million US dollars of Sri Lanka Development Bonds was sold at an auction where 220 million dollars of s...,Sri Lanka Development Bond auction sharply undersubscribed A total of 11.93 million US dollars of Sri Lanka Development Bonds was sold at an auction where 220 million dollars of s...,negative,-1 Saman Ekanayake appointed Sri Lanka' president's secretary,7/21/2022,Politics,Ekanayake was Secretary to the Prime Minister since his appointment on May 12.,Saman Ekanayake appointed Sri Lanka' president's secretary Ekanayake was Secretary to the Prime Minister since his appointment on May 12.,positive,1 Sri Lanka parliament demands sacked PM is restored,12/13/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's legislature voted overwhelmingly Wednesday to demand the reinstatement of prime minister Ranil Wickremesingh...,Sri Lanka parliament demands sacked PM is restored Sri Lanka's legislature voted overwhelmingly Wednesday to demand the reinstatement of prime minister Ranil Wickremesingh...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s Standard Chartered Bank ‘AAA(lka)’ rating confirmed: Fitch,3/30/2023,Banking,This expectation is driven by SCBSL's status as a branch of SCB,Sri Lanka’s Standard Chartered Bank ‘AAA(lka)’ rating confirmed: Fitch This expectation is driven by SCBSL's status as a branch of SCB,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka launches labour migration blueprint with ILO, SDC help",10/25/2023,Employment,"The world of migration is evolving: We need a fresh approach, one that aligns with the current situation","Sri Lanka launches labour migration blueprint with ILO, SDC help The world of migration is evolving: We need a fresh approach, one that aligns with the current situation",positive,1 Bribery Commission files charges against Ravi K and Aloysius,9/22/2020,Corruption,The Bribery Commission has filed charges against former Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake for allegedly accepting an ap...,Bribery Commission files charges against Ravi K and Aloysius The Bribery Commission has filed charges against former Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake for allegedly accepting an ap...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka schedules 1 hour 20 minutes of power cuts for Aug 15, 16",8/14/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka hiked its electricity tariffs for the first time in 9 years last week.,"Sri Lanka schedules 1 hour 20 minutes of power cuts for Aug 15, 16 Sri Lanka hiked its electricity tariffs for the first time in 9 years last week.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka welcomes 136,000 tourists in August",9/4/2023,Tourism,"Most visitors were from India, the United Kingdom and China.","Sri Lanka welcomes 136,000 tourists in August Most visitors were from India, the United Kingdom and China.",positive,1 Sri Lanka ex president Kumaratunga declares open New Lanka Freedom Party HQ,9/5/2022,Politics,Welgama voted for the interim budget for 2022 presented by President and Finance Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe.,Sri Lanka ex president Kumaratunga declares open New Lanka Freedom Party HQ Welgama voted for the interim budget for 2022 presented by President and Finance Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe.,positive,1 Sri Lanka has asked India for Covid 19 vaccines - Indian FM,1/6/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka has conveyed its interest in accessing COVID-19 vaccines from India, Delhi’s top envoy External Affairs Mini...","Sri Lanka has asked India for Covid 19 vaccines - Indian FM Sri Lanka has conveyed its interest in accessing COVID-19 vaccines from India, Delhi’s top envoy External Affairs Mini...",positive,1 Sri Lanka steadily shuts down Islamist terror net while Sinhalese nationalists unleash violence,5/16/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka is making steady progress shutting down an Islamist terror network, police said as organized Sinhalese nationa...","Sri Lanka steadily shuts down Islamist terror net while Sinhalese nationalists unleash violence Sri Lanka is making steady progress shutting down an Islamist terror network, police said as organized Sinhalese nationa...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee gains, bond yields stable",3/6/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 178.30/45 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields were ...","Sri Lanka rupee gains, bond yields stable Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 178.30/45 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields were ...",positive,1 Sri Lanka villagers mail electricity bills to MP Sanath Nishantha: report,10/5/2023,Economy,"""Please also settle the bills of these poor daily-wage earners,” one resident told Swarnavahini.","Sri Lanka villagers mail electricity bills to MP Sanath Nishantha: report ""Please also settle the bills of these poor daily-wage earners,” one resident told Swarnavahini.",negative,-1 Diana Gamage becomes 12th MP to be out of 2020-elected parliament,5/8/2024,Politics,Diana Gamage faced a legal battle over her citizenship.,Diana Gamage becomes 12th MP to be out of 2020-elected parliament Diana Gamage faced a legal battle over her citizenship.,negative,-1 EOIs to be called to select party to promote Sri lanka flagged ships,3/26/2024,Shipping,To promote the island as a location for registering merchant vessels.,EOIs to be called to select party to promote Sri lanka flagged ships To promote the island as a location for registering merchant vessels.,positive,1 Opposition will support beneficial Constitutional changes - Harshana,1/6/2020,Politics,UNP Parliamentarian Harshana Rajakaruna says that neither the government nor the opposition should get a two-thirds majo...,Opposition will support beneficial Constitutional changes - Harshana UNP Parliamentarian Harshana Rajakaruna says that neither the government nor the opposition should get a two-thirds majo...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee trades at 312.75/313.40 to the US dollar,2/7/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee traded at 312.75/313.40 to the US dollar Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee trades at 312.75/313.40 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee traded at 312.75/313.40 to the US dollar Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-1 "Tsunami warning for Russia, 1000 km around Kuril Islands",3/25/2020,Environment,"A hazardous tsunami warning had been issued for Russia and areas 1,000 kilometers of Kuril Island by American authoritie...","Tsunami warning for Russia, 1000 km around Kuril Islands A hazardous tsunami warning had been issued for Russia and areas 1,000 kilometers of Kuril Island by American authoritie...",negative,-1 Former Sri Lanka cricket captain Kumar Sangakkara inducted to ICC Hall of Fame,6/14/2021,Sports,Sangakkara is the second Sri Lankan cricketer to be inducted to the ICC Hall of Fame,Former Sri Lanka cricket captain Kumar Sangakkara inducted to ICC Hall of Fame Sangakkara is the second Sri Lankan cricketer to be inducted to the ICC Hall of Fame,positive,1 SL expects up to 2 million visitors in 2019 as visa fees waived off for 48 countries,7/31/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is projected to attract 1.9 to 2 million tourists in 2019, Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) Ch...","SL expects up to 2 million visitors in 2019 as visa fees waived off for 48 countries Sri Lanka is projected to attract 1.9 to 2 million tourists in 2019, Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) Ch...",positive,1 Sri Lanka president appoints expert panel to advise on anti-terror law,8/25/2021,Human Rights,The move also comes ahead of September’s United Nations Human Right Council (UNHRC).,Sri Lanka president appoints expert panel to advise on anti-terror law The move also comes ahead of September’s United Nations Human Right Council (UNHRC).,positive,1 Sri Lanka Cardinal drops a bombshell on eve of blast anniversary,4/18/2021,Political News, The head of Sri Lanka’s Roman Catholic church dropped a bombshell Sunday declaring that the 2019 Eeaster attack was â...,Sri Lanka Cardinal drops a bombshell on eve of blast anniversary The head of Sri Lanka’s Roman Catholic church dropped a bombshell Sunday declaring that the 2019 Eeaster attack was â...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee can go to 300-350 to the US dollar: Trade Minister,3/25/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka is controlling the price of the rupee with great difficulty and the it could fall to as much 300 to 350 to the...,Sri Lanka rupee can go to 300-350 to the US dollar: Trade Minister Sri Lanka is controlling the price of the rupee with great difficulty and the it could fall to as much 300 to 350 to the...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka food industries should disclose risks promptly: Health official,11/27/2019,Business,Food industries should disclose any risks or hazards they encounter promptly to prevent bigger problems and loss of trus...,Sri Lanka food industries should disclose risks promptly: Health official Food industries should disclose any risks or hazards they encounter promptly to prevent bigger problems and loss of trus...,negative,-1 Govt doing all it can to contain COVID-19; rest up to public: Sri Lanka health minister,11/19/2021,Health,"""There has to be some sacrifices from the side of the people too at a time like this,” he added.","Govt doing all it can to contain COVID-19; rest up to public: Sri Lanka health minister ""There has to be some sacrifices from the side of the people too at a time like this,” he added.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka President to ban chain saw imports,6/19/2019,Legal,"Sri Lanka is to ban the import of chain saws to halt the illegal felling of trees, under a proposal submitted to cabinet...","Sri Lanka President to ban chain saw imports Sri Lanka is to ban the import of chain saws to halt the illegal felling of trees, under a proposal submitted to cabinet...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka should target high end market with culinary tourism: President,7/31/2023,Economy,"“We have to target the high end market."" ","Sri Lanka should target high end market with culinary tourism: President “We have to target the high end market."" ",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka limits random PCR tests to hospitals, areas with minimum daily cases",6/4/2021,Health,"“We try to keep daily test numbers at a minimum of 20,000 or between 15,000 and 25,000""","Sri Lanka limits random PCR tests to hospitals, areas with minimum daily cases “We try to keep daily test numbers at a minimum of 20,000 or between 15,000 and 25,000""",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka maintains near 4 hour power cut; furnace oil, diesel storage down",3/10/2022,Energy,"Sapugaskanda A, Uthuru Janani and Sojitz have diesel to run only for another 1.4, 1.3 and 2.4 days respectively - CEB","Sri Lanka maintains near 4 hour power cut; furnace oil, diesel storage down Sapugaskanda A, Uthuru Janani and Sojitz have diesel to run only for another 1.4, 1.3 and 2.4 days respectively - CEB",negative,-1 "Harsha resigns, asks to keep Sri Lanka Suwa Seriya paramedic service going",11/19/2019,Political News,Economic Reforms Minister Harsha de Silva has resigned asking to preserve the Suwaseriya paramedic service which takes a...,"Harsha resigns, asks to keep Sri Lanka Suwa Seriya paramedic service going Economic Reforms Minister Harsha de Silva has resigned asking to preserve the Suwaseriya paramedic service which takes a...",negative,-1 Blame game in Sri Lanka parliament over detained MP's DIY urinal,10/8/2021,Politics,"Bathiudeen is also facing inconvenience in offering his two night-time prayers due to this issue, the MP said.","Blame game in Sri Lanka parliament over detained MP's DIY urinal Bathiudeen is also facing inconvenience in offering his two night-time prayers due to this issue, the MP said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka energy minister calls for fuel pricing formula if stabilisation fund is no go,11/23/2021,Economy,He said the stabilisation fund that was originally proposed by him on March 15 has yet to receive cabinet approval.,Sri Lanka energy minister calls for fuel pricing formula if stabilisation fund is no go He said the stabilisation fund that was originally proposed by him on March 15 has yet to receive cabinet approval.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee closes at 204/206 to the one month dollar,4/27/2021,Markets,There were no spot quotes in the market,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 204/206 to the one month dollar There were no spot quotes in the market,negative,-1 Sri Lanka gets go ahead for water villa development: Minister,5/28/2023,Business,Islets off Kalpitiya approved ,Sri Lanka gets go ahead for water villa development: Minister Islets off Kalpitiya approved ,positive,1 Sri Lanka can repay loans from January 01: Finance Ministry,11/21/2018,Economy,"Sri Lanka's finance ministry said it will be able to repay loans from January 01, amid reports that the government may n...","Sri Lanka can repay loans from January 01: Finance Ministry Sri Lanka's finance ministry said it will be able to repay loans from January 01, amid reports that the government may n...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka overnight rates, bond yields up after rate, SRR hike",8/19/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields up 30 to 40 bp,"Sri Lanka overnight rates, bond yields up after rate, SRR hike Bond yields up 30 to 40 bp",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields ease",2/27/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.85/90 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields eased, ...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields ease Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.85/90 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields eased, ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka and US to conduct Naval exercises,10/30/2023,International Relations,CARAT is a bilateral exercise between Sri Lanka and the United States to promote regional security cooperation,Sri Lanka and US to conduct Naval exercises CARAT is a bilateral exercise between Sri Lanka and the United States to promote regional security cooperation,positive,1 Sri Lanka's Bairaha Farms hit by import embargo on top of Coronavirus,6/1/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's Bairaha Farms Plc, a feed-milling and poultry processing group which had already been hit by a Coronavirus c...","Sri Lanka's Bairaha Farms hit by import embargo on top of Coronavirus Sri Lanka's Bairaha Farms Plc, a feed-milling and poultry processing group which had already been hit by a Coronavirus c...",negative,-1 Its raining medals for Lankan athletes in Nepal,12/9/2019,Sports,"Sri Lanka has made a historical performance in SAARC games 2019 which is being held in Kathmandu and Pokhara, Nepal.","Its raining medals for Lankan athletes in Nepal Sri Lanka has made a historical performance in SAARC games 2019 which is being held in Kathmandu and Pokhara, Nepal.",positive,1 Sri Lanka resettlement will be based on 1985 map: President,12/28/2023,People,"Despite the conclusion of the war, unresolved matters persist","Sri Lanka resettlement will be based on 1985 map: President Despite the conclusion of the war, unresolved matters persist",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's shares recover from two-day low as IMF loan facility discussions near end,3/14/2023,Markets,"(ASPI) closed up 0.63 percent, or 59.66 points, at 9,550.70. ","Sri Lanka's shares recover from two-day low as IMF loan facility discussions near end (ASPI) closed up 0.63 percent, or 59.66 points, at 9,550.70. ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka bus assembly eyed by China's King Long Auto in Hambantota,9/23/2021,Economy,"'With the Hambantota Port being so strategically located, we would be able to reach newer markets.'","Sri Lanka bus assembly eyed by China's King Long Auto in Hambantota 'With the Hambantota Port being so strategically located, we would be able to reach newer markets.'",negative,-1 Sri Lanka prime minister tables parliamentary framework for bipartisan governance,7/6/2022,Politics,"""No matter who’s in power or in opposition, the whole parliament must contribute equally,"" he said.","Sri Lanka prime minister tables parliamentary framework for bipartisan governance ""No matter who’s in power or in opposition, the whole parliament must contribute equally,"" he said.",positive,1 Sri Lanka's Best Corporate Citizens awards to have Covid focus,7/28/2021,Miscellaneous,The ‘Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability Award 2021 (BCCS Awards)’,Sri Lanka's Best Corporate Citizens awards to have Covid focus The ‘Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability Award 2021 (BCCS Awards)’,positive,1 Sri Lanka shares fall on weak macro sentiments,12/23/2022,Markets,Shares fell for seven-sessions straight,Sri Lanka shares fall on weak macro sentiments Shares fell for seven-sessions straight,negative,-1 Sri Lanka 'drought' will not push up inflation: CB Governor,9/6/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka can liberalize imports of rice to allow prices to stabilize,Sri Lanka 'drought' will not push up inflation: CB Governor Sri Lanka can liberalize imports of rice to allow prices to stabilize,positive,1 Sri Lanka power minister says no tariff hike as unions oppose unsolicited deals without tender,6/8/2022,Energy,Engineers threaten strike at midnight on June 08,Sri Lanka power minister says no tariff hike as unions oppose unsolicited deals without tender Engineers threaten strike at midnight on June 08,negative,-1 Sri Lanka schedules 2 to 3 hour power cuts on Feb 26-27,2/25/2022,Energy,"Three hours on Saturday, Sunday cuts only to ABC","Sri Lanka schedules 2 to 3 hour power cuts on Feb 26-27 Three hours on Saturday, Sunday cuts only to ABC",negative,-1 Oil spikes after Iran attacks US forces,1/8/2020,International news,"The price of oil spiked Wednesday after Iran launched revenge attacks on US forces in Iraq, making good on its pledge to...","Oil spikes after Iran attacks US forces The price of oil spiked Wednesday after Iran launched revenge attacks on US forces in Iraq, making good on its pledge to...",positive,1 B.1.1.7: To lock down or not?,2/16/2021,Health,"It’s been five days since Sri Lanka announced the detection of B.1.1.7, the highly transmissible UK-variant of COVID-1...","B.1.1.7: To lock down or not? It’s been five days since Sri Lanka announced the detection of B.1.1.7, the highly transmissible UK-variant of COVID-1...",negative,-1 Improving Sri Lanka exports will help repay debt: Fitch,11/1/2019,Economy,Improving export performance would help Sri Lanka meet heavy external loan payments while the island's policy environmen...,Improving Sri Lanka exports will help repay debt: Fitch Improving export performance would help Sri Lanka meet heavy external loan payments while the island's policy environmen...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rice surplus for 2019 lowered to 428,000MT",10/8/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka is heading for a rice surplus of over 428,000 metric tonnes, a lower than the an earlier projection of 535,000...","Sri Lanka rice surplus for 2019 lowered to 428,000MT Sri Lanka is heading for a rice surplus of over 428,000 metric tonnes, a lower than the an earlier projection of 535,000...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka extends Coronavirus curfews, work from home till Apr 03, to bottle Covid-19 with count at ...",3/27/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka extended a work from home period to April 03, and has slapped indefinite Coronavirus curfews on three district...","Sri Lanka extends Coronavirus curfews, work from home till Apr 03, to bottle Covid-19 with count at ... Sri Lanka extended a work from home period to April 03, and has slapped indefinite Coronavirus curfews on three district...",negative,-1 Biden-Harris: What's in store for Sri Lanka?,1/20/2021,International Relations,What are the short and long term implications of a Biden-Harris administration for Sri Lanka? The experts weigh in.,Biden-Harris: What's in store for Sri Lanka? What are the short and long term implications of a Biden-Harris administration for Sri Lanka? The experts weigh in.,negative,-1 South Asia immigration barriers hindering industrial hub potential,9/30/2021,Business," It is not that the region is lacking in natural and human resources, both skilled and unskilled","South Asia immigration barriers hindering industrial hub potential It is not that the region is lacking in natural and human resources, both skilled and unskilled",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields flat",11/30/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 185.30/70 to the US dollar in the spot next-market on Monday while gilt yields remained un...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 185.30/70 to the US dollar in the spot next-market on Monday while gilt yields remained un...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Telecom March quarter net profit up 87-pct,5/16/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - State-owned Sri Lanka Telecom Plc (SLT) said group net profit shot up almost 87 percent to 2.2 billion rup...,Sri Lanka Telecom March quarter net profit up 87-pct ECONOMYNEXT - State-owned Sri Lanka Telecom Plc (SLT) said group net profit shot up almost 87 percent to 2.2 billion rup...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka cabinet nod for signing nuclear weapons prohibition treaty,12/21/2021,Defence,"""I think this will earn Sri Lankans some reputation internationally,"" Alahapperuma said.","Sri Lanka cabinet nod for signing nuclear weapons prohibition treaty ""I think this will earn Sri Lankans some reputation internationally,"" Alahapperuma said.",positive,1 "China strongly opposed to rumoured ""sneaky"" Dalai Lama visit to Sri Lanka",1/18/2023,International Relations,"""Both sides especially the Buddhist communities must prevent a sneaky visit of the Dalai Lama to the island.""","China strongly opposed to rumoured ""sneaky"" Dalai Lama visit to Sri Lanka ""Both sides especially the Buddhist communities must prevent a sneaky visit of the Dalai Lama to the island.""",negative,-1 Letter to Pope criticising Cardinal is fake - Mangala,6/7/2019,Politics,Minister of Finance Mangala Samaraweera is denying that he wrote a letter to Pope Francis criticizing Malcolm Cardinal R...,Letter to Pope criticising Cardinal is fake - Mangala Minister of Finance Mangala Samaraweera is denying that he wrote a letter to Pope Francis criticizing Malcolm Cardinal R...,negative,-1 ITAK throws support behind Sajith,11/4/2019,PresPoll2020,"The biggest of the parties in the Tamil National Alliance, the Ilangai Tamil Arasu Katchi is supporting the candidacy of...","ITAK throws support behind Sajith The biggest of the parties in the Tamil National Alliance, the Ilangai Tamil Arasu Katchi is supporting the candidacy of...",positive,1 "Harin says Cardinal Ranjith ""played politics"" during the presidential elections",6/22/2020,Political News,Samagi Jana Balavegaya candidate Harin Fernando is accusing Malcolm Cardinal Ranjit of “playing politics” during las...,"Harin says Cardinal Ranjith ""played politics"" during the presidential elections Samagi Jana Balavegaya candidate Harin Fernando is accusing Malcolm Cardinal Ranjit of “playing politics” during las...",negative,-1 Witnesses in Sri Lanka's May 09 protester attack asked to surrender passport - lawyer,5/26/2022,Politics,Lawyers express their discontent over travel ban on witnesses in May 09 attack by Rajapaksa supporters,Witnesses in Sri Lanka's May 09 protester attack asked to surrender passport - lawyer Lawyers express their discontent over travel ban on witnesses in May 09 attack by Rajapaksa supporters,negative,-1 Sri Lanka gets World Bank backing for 'transformative initiatives' in default recovery,11/12/2023,Economy,We make sure every year we are net positive and we encourage everybody to do that: Anna Bjerde,Sri Lanka gets World Bank backing for 'transformative initiatives' in default recovery We make sure every year we are net positive and we encourage everybody to do that: Anna Bjerde,positive,1 "Sri Lanka 2021 revenues unlikely, bleaker fiscal outlook may hurt $4bn re-financing: Moody's",11/23/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka is unlikely to get targeted revenues in 2021, with activity hit by import controls and a bleaker outlook for f...","Sri Lanka 2021 revenues unlikely, bleaker fiscal outlook may hurt $4bn re-financing: Moody's Sri Lanka is unlikely to get targeted revenues in 2021, with activity hit by import controls and a bleaker outlook for f...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's mid day shares down,2/14/2023,Markets,"Top losers at 1200 hours were Soft Logic Life, IOC and NDB.","Sri Lanka's mid day shares down Top losers at 1200 hours were Soft Logic Life, IOC and NDB.",negative,-1 Displeasure as Sri Lanka plans to appoint more cabinet ministers,9/13/2022,Political News,Another 10 ministers can be appointed to take it to 30,Displeasure as Sri Lanka plans to appoint more cabinet ministers Another 10 ministers can be appointed to take it to 30,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka should avoid ambitious short-term goals, target reforms: economist",2/3/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka should avoid ambitious short term goals amid fiscal constraints and make long-term economic reforms for sustai...,"Sri Lanka should avoid ambitious short-term goals, target reforms: economist Sri Lanka should avoid ambitious short term goals amid fiscal constraints and make long-term economic reforms for sustai...",negative,-1 SriLankan Airlines lose Rs40bn amid currency fall,1/23/2019,Aviation,State-run SriLankan Airlines had lost 135 million US dollars (40 billion rupees) up from 66 million US dollars (11 billi...,SriLankan Airlines lose Rs40bn amid currency fall State-run SriLankan Airlines had lost 135 million US dollars (40 billion rupees) up from 66 million US dollars (11 billi...,negative,-1 Asian markets sink with Wall St as Huawei hangs over trade talks,1/29/2019,International news,"Hong Kong, China | AFP | Tuesday - Asian markets fell Tuesday as the charging of Chinese giant Huawei in the US cast a s...","Asian markets sink with Wall St as Huawei hangs over trade talks Hong Kong, China | AFP | Tuesday - Asian markets fell Tuesday as the charging of Chinese giant Huawei in the US cast a s...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to further simplify company registration,2/28/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka will further simply company registration procedures with refors that will enable applican...,Sri Lanka to further simplify company registration ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka will further simply company registration procedures with refors that will enable applican...,positive,1 Covid 19 update: One more inmate at Kandakadu tests positive,9/6/2020,Health,One more inmate at the Kandakadu Rehabilitation and Treatment centre has been diagnosed as contracting Covid 19 as five ...,Covid 19 update: One more inmate at Kandakadu tests positive One more inmate at the Kandakadu Rehabilitation and Treatment centre has been diagnosed as contracting Covid 19 as five ...,negative,-1 "USAID, Ceylon Biscuits to transfer know-how to 12,000 Sri Lanka farmers",5/16/2023,Agriculture,The 'climate-smart agriculture' initiative to improve productivity of five priority crops,"USAID, Ceylon Biscuits to transfer know-how to 12,000 Sri Lanka farmers The 'climate-smart agriculture' initiative to improve productivity of five priority crops",positive,1 Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Bank profits down 5-pct in June,8/11/2019,Banking,"Profits at Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Bank fell 5 percent to 481 million rupees in the June 2019 quarter from a year earlier, ...","Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Bank profits down 5-pct in June Profits at Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Bank fell 5 percent to 481 million rupees in the June 2019 quarter from a year earlier, ...",negative,-1 Royal Park murder: More deserving convicts awaiting pardon - Prisoner rights activist,10/23/2019,Human Rights,The Committee for Protecting Rights of Prisoners came out strongly today against reports that President Sirisena is cont...,Royal Park murder: More deserving convicts awaiting pardon - Prisoner rights activist The Committee for Protecting Rights of Prisoners came out strongly today against reports that President Sirisena is cont...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's formal hotel investments grow $2.9 million in March,5/28/2019,Business,Net investments into Sri Lanka's formal hotel sector since November 2010 grew by 2.9 million US dollars in the March qua...,Sri Lanka's formal hotel investments grow $2.9 million in March Net investments into Sri Lanka's formal hotel sector since November 2010 grew by 2.9 million US dollars in the March qua...,positive,1 Sri Lanka shares gain over 2-pct in mid-day trade on positive interim budget,8/31/2022,Markets,Investors accepted the exclusion of capital gains tax from the interim budget ,Sri Lanka shares gain over 2-pct in mid-day trade on positive interim budget Investors accepted the exclusion of capital gains tax from the interim budget ,positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee in one day gain to 195 to the US dollar, spot trades",4/10/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee ended around 194.50/195.50 to the US dollar in the one week forward market Thursday with volatile trad...,"Sri Lanka rupee in one day gain to 195 to the US dollar, spot trades Sri Lanka's rupee ended around 194.50/195.50 to the US dollar in the one week forward market Thursday with volatile trad...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to repeal controversial NMRA drug regulator law,8/2/2023,Economy,NMRA & SLMC acts are to be completely repealed to allow a more open & fair market: minister,Sri Lanka to repeal controversial NMRA drug regulator law NMRA & SLMC acts are to be completely repealed to allow a more open & fair market: minister,negative,-1 "Wuhan virus: SL not in danger zone but maintain caution, say health officials",1/21/2020,Health,"Despite an earlier assurance that Sri Lanka is out of danger from the coronavirus that originated in Wuhan, China, the G...","Wuhan virus: SL not in danger zone but maintain caution, say health officials Despite an earlier assurance that Sri Lanka is out of danger from the coronavirus that originated in Wuhan, China, the G...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee appreciates to 313.60/314.00 to US dollar after opening,2/1/2024,Bonds & Forex,Rupee opens stronger,Sri Lanka rupee appreciates to 313.60/314.00 to US dollar after opening Rupee opens stronger,positive,1 Sri Lanka parliament pass poll campaign finance bill amid opposition cry over LG poll delay ,1/19/2023,Politics,Opposition sees the move as to delay the Local Government polls ,Sri Lanka parliament pass poll campaign finance bill amid opposition cry over LG poll delay  Opposition sees the move as to delay the Local Government polls ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Resus Energy trims debenture sale,2/20/2022,Bonds & Forex,Total issue reduced to Rs750mn from Rs1200mn,Sri Lanka Resus Energy trims debenture sale Total issue reduced to Rs750mn from Rs1200mn,negative,-1 Manthir.lk to have multiparty forum on Sri Lanka's Covid-19 response,4/8/2020,Health,"Manthri.lk, a portal that tracks Sri Lanka's parliament and its member said it is hosting an online forum with senior pa...","Manthir.lk to have multiparty forum on Sri Lanka's Covid-19 response Manthri.lk, a portal that tracks Sri Lanka's parliament and its member said it is hosting an online forum with senior pa...",positive,1 Sri Lanka to lift import controls on 100 items: Minister,5/25/2023,Economy,.,Sri Lanka to lift import controls on 100 items: Minister .,positive,1 Sri Lanka's Buth Curry Index by Advocata Institute to track cost of eating,4/9/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's Advocata Institute has launched a Buth Curry Index, which tracks the prices of several foods items widely us...","Sri Lanka's Buth Curry Index by Advocata Institute to track cost of eating Sri Lanka's Advocata Institute has launched a Buth Curry Index, which tracks the prices of several foods items widely us...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's Dilith, Wimal, Gammanpila, Jayasumana launch new political formation",5/27/2024,Politics,Leaders or representatives of all parties signed an agreement at Monday's event.,"Sri Lanka's Dilith, Wimal, Gammanpila, Jayasumana launch new political formation Leaders or representatives of all parties signed an agreement at Monday's event.",positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee closes at 326.75/85 to the US dollar,12/20/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.75/85 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 326.75/85 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.75/85 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka needs responsible borrowing, China co-operation on debt: US",9/12/2022,Economy,Changing habits that gave rise to the accumulation of that debt in the first place important,"Sri Lanka needs responsible borrowing, China co-operation on debt: US Changing habits that gave rise to the accumulation of that debt in the first place important",positive,1 Sri Lanka voters elect two men allegedly involved in murders to Parliament,8/7/2020,Courts,"Sri Lankan voters have chosen two men, one accused of murder and another convicted of the crime and sentenced to death a...","Sri Lanka voters elect two men allegedly involved in murders to Parliament Sri Lankan voters have chosen two men, one accused of murder and another convicted of the crime and sentenced to death a...",negative,-1 SriLankan Airlines loses Rs12.9bn up to April 2019,7/2/2019,Aviation,"State-run SriLankan Airlines has lost 12.9 billion rupees in the first four months of 2019, a finance ministry report sa...","SriLankan Airlines loses Rs12.9bn up to April 2019 State-run SriLankan Airlines has lost 12.9 billion rupees in the first four months of 2019, a finance ministry report sa...",negative,-1 China says unaware of Sri Lanka's monkey business claim ,4/19/2023,Animal Rights,"Sri Lankan officials have said they are preparing to export 100,000 toque macaque monkeys to China","China says unaware of Sri Lanka's monkey business claim  Sri Lankan officials have said they are preparing to export 100,000 toque macaque monkeys to China",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, gilt yields marginally down",10/2/2020,Markets," Sri Lanka rupee quoted strong at 184.50/60 to the US dollar on Friday while bond yields marginally down, dealers said....","Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, gilt yields marginally down Sri Lanka rupee quoted strong at 184.50/60 to the US dollar on Friday while bond yields marginally down, dealers said....",negative,-1 Sri Lankan stocks close down 0.4-pct,12/10/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan stocks closed lower Monday with turnover at moderate levels and foreign buying in Sampat...,Sri Lankan stocks close down 0.4-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan stocks closed lower Monday with turnover at moderate levels and foreign buying in Sampat...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka speaker calls citizens to defend constitution; says freedoms at risk - full text,11/11/2018,Political News,The Speaker of Sri Lanka's parliament has asked citizens and public officials to defend the constitution and warned that...,Sri Lanka speaker calls citizens to defend constitution; says freedoms at risk - full text The Speaker of Sri Lanka's parliament has asked citizens and public officials to defend the constitution and warned that...,negative,-1 "COVID19 update: Akurana people return from quarantine, two new hotspots in Colombo",4/22/2020,Health,All 144 people who were placed in quarantine from the town of Akurana in the Kandy district have returned home and none ...,"COVID19 update: Akurana people return from quarantine, two new hotspots in Colombo All 144 people who were placed in quarantine from the town of Akurana in the Kandy district have returned home and none ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee opens at 312.30/70 to the US dollar,2/5/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened stronger at 312.30/70 to the US dollar Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 312.30/70 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened stronger at 312.30/70 to the US dollar Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to appoint foreclosure ombudsman, change mortgage laws: PM",3/16/2021,Banking,Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has ordered that an ombudsman be appointed to review sales of assets given ...,"Sri Lanka to appoint foreclosure ombudsman, change mortgage laws: PM Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has ordered that an ombudsman be appointed to review sales of assets given ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka newsrooms hit by sexual abuse charges,6/22/2021,Legal,Perpetrators identified included those in mid-level jobs and seniors who had moved onto careers in politics,Sri Lanka newsrooms hit by sexual abuse charges Perpetrators identified included those in mid-level jobs and seniors who had moved onto careers in politics,negative,-1 Abolishing death penalty as bad as letting Easter attackers go free - President,7/17/2019,Uncategorized,President Maithripala Sirisena yesterday likened calls to abolish the death penalty to attempts to pardon the Easter Sun...,Abolishing death penalty as bad as letting Easter attackers go free - President President Maithripala Sirisena yesterday likened calls to abolish the death penalty to attempts to pardon the Easter Sun...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to give US$5 grocery relief pack amid money printing,4/2/2021,Economy,A state-run retail chain under Sri Lanka's Trade Ministry is giving a discounted grocery pack and a face mask for Coron...,Sri Lanka to give US$5 grocery relief pack amid money printing A state-run retail chain under Sri Lanka's Trade Ministry is giving a discounted grocery pack and a face mask for Coron...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's EPF enters stock market with blood in the streets,5/17/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's 2.3 trillion rupee state-managed Employees' Provident Fund, has returned to the Colombo Stock Exchange, Cent...","Sri Lanka's EPF enters stock market with blood in the streets Sri Lanka's 2.3 trillion rupee state-managed Employees' Provident Fund, has returned to the Colombo Stock Exchange, Cent...",negative,-1 Hong Kong adds Sri Lanka to 'high risk' countries; 21-day quarantine for inbound travellers,8/16/2021,Health,This means that travelers have to be vaccinated and undergo quarantine for 21 days when they arrive in Hong Kong.,Hong Kong adds Sri Lanka to 'high risk' countries; 21-day quarantine for inbound travellers This means that travelers have to be vaccinated and undergo quarantine for 21 days when they arrive in Hong Kong.,positive,1 Poor financial literacy in Sri Lanka helping scammers,12/5/2018,Banking,Ignorance about risks and a focus on rewards only making it easy for people to fall victim for scammers despite having h...,Poor financial literacy in Sri Lanka helping scammers Ignorance about risks and a focus on rewards only making it easy for people to fall victim for scammers despite having h...,negative,-1 Govt defends Thondaman funeral; says every measure was taken to prevent outbreak,6/3/2020,Health,The government took every possible measure to avoid a spread of COVID-19 at late Minister Arumugam Thondaman’s funeral...,Govt defends Thondaman funeral; says every measure was taken to prevent outbreak The government took every possible measure to avoid a spread of COVID-19 at late Minister Arumugam Thondaman’s funeral...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Treasury yields fall at auction,4/6/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s Treasury bill yields fell at Wednesday’s auction eased with the 12-month yield falling 40 basis points t...,Sri Lanka Treasury yields fall at auction Sri Lanka’s Treasury bill yields fell at Wednesday’s auction eased with the 12-month yield falling 40 basis points t...,negative,-1 All major party leaders Sri Lanka remained unpopular in January: poll,2/27/2024,Politics,Leftist leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake increased his favourability by 12 points to -10 in January.,All major party leaders Sri Lanka remained unpopular in January: poll Leftist leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake increased his favourability by 12 points to -10 in January.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Mid Growns tea prices up, High Growns down at weekly auction",7/2/2023,Tea,Total auction volume declined to 5.7 million kilos from the last week 6.4 million kilograms.,"Sri Lanka Mid Growns tea prices up, High Growns down at weekly auction Total auction volume declined to 5.7 million kilos from the last week 6.4 million kilograms.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka President declares emergency as protests intensify,5/6/2022,Political News,Protestors tear gassed near parliament,Sri Lanka President declares emergency as protests intensify Protestors tear gassed near parliament,negative,-1 National narcotics prevention week from 22 June to 1 July,5/27/2019,Health,An island-wide National Narcotics Prevention week will be held from 22 June to 1 July under President Maithripala Sirise...,National narcotics prevention week from 22 June to 1 July An island-wide National Narcotics Prevention week will be held from 22 June to 1 July under President Maithripala Sirise...,positive,1 Indian stocks hit record highs on Modi polls lead,5/23/2019,International news,Indian stocks jumped to record highs Thursday as early results in the world's biggest election showed Prime Minister Nar...,Indian stocks hit record highs on Modi polls lead Indian stocks jumped to record highs Thursday as early results in the world's biggest election showed Prime Minister Nar...,positive,1 Sri Lanka market interest rates should fall despite debt restructuring fears : CB Governor,11/24/2022,Economy,"Inflation is falling, liquidity in the dollar market is improving, inter-bank liquidity shortage has also reduced","Sri Lanka market interest rates should fall despite debt restructuring fears : CB Governor Inflation is falling, liquidity in the dollar market is improving, inter-bank liquidity shortage has also reduced",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka exports down 8.8-pct in Oct, apparel falls 13-pct",11/29/2022,Economy,EDB officals said exports orders are also down for the next 6-months,"Sri Lanka exports down 8.8-pct in Oct, apparel falls 13-pct EDB officals said exports orders are also down for the next 6-months",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields flat",2/25/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed marginally firmer at 181.65/75 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields r...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee closed marginally firmer at 181.65/75 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields r...",negative,-1 Power minister meets Italy ambassador to talk renewable energy financing,11/6/2023,Energy,Wijesekera said that he discussed sector reforms and investment opportunities in power and energy sector,Power minister meets Italy ambassador to talk renewable energy financing Wijesekera said that he discussed sector reforms and investment opportunities in power and energy sector,positive,1 Sri Lanka state university lecturers still on strike against IMF-backed tax hike,3/10/2023,Economy,The strike will continue till March 15.,Sri Lanka state university lecturers still on strike against IMF-backed tax hike The strike will continue till March 15.,negative,-1 Thirty Sri Lanka ruling party MPs discussing alliance with opposition SJB: Ashok,3/11/2024,Politics,"""In the next few weeks, the media and the country will know who that is,"" he said.","Thirty Sri Lanka ruling party MPs discussing alliance with opposition SJB: Ashok ""In the next few weeks, the media and the country will know who that is,"" he said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka sees Covid infections rise among quarantine workers amid calls for change in testing strat...,4/25/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has not taken decision to allow private sector labs to conduct Coronavirus tests, while a philosophy against v...","Sri Lanka sees Covid infections rise among quarantine workers amid calls for change in testing strat... Sri Lanka has not taken decision to allow private sector labs to conduct Coronavirus tests, while a philosophy against v...",negative,-1 Website launched to combat cyberbullying,7/4/2019,Women's Rights,"A new website called ""Hithawathi"" or ""Confidante"" to combat cyberbullying was launched at the Information and Communicat...","Website launched to combat cyberbullying A new website called ""Hithawathi"" or ""Confidante"" to combat cyberbullying was launched at the Information and Communicat...",negative,-1 Dinesh claims Global South sent important message over Sri Lanka resolution,3/24/2021,Democracy,The member countries of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) from the Global South sent a message by voting against or ab...,Dinesh claims Global South sent important message over Sri Lanka resolution The member countries of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) from the Global South sent a message by voting against or ab...,negative,-1 Tourist from China tests positive for coronavirus in Sri Lanka,1/27/2020,Environment, A tourist who had arrived in Sri Lanka from China's Hubei province has tested positive for the novel coronavirus (nCov)...,Tourist from China tests positive for coronavirus in Sri Lanka A tourist who had arrived in Sri Lanka from China's Hubei province has tested positive for the novel coronavirus (nCov)...,negative,-1 Security tightened around parliament in anticipation of protests,11/13/2023,Security,Police presence was seen around Sri Lanka's parliament as President began presenting 2024 Budget,Security tightened around parliament in anticipation of protests Police presence was seen around Sri Lanka's parliament as President began presenting 2024 Budget,negative,-1 Pohottuwa wants no part of alleged Wennappuwa apartheid,6/26/2019,Politics,The Sri Lanka Podujana Party (SLPP) last night (26) distanced itself from the actions of Wennapuwa Pradeshiya Sabha Chai...,Pohottuwa wants no part of alleged Wennappuwa apartheid The Sri Lanka Podujana Party (SLPP) last night (26) distanced itself from the actions of Wennapuwa Pradeshiya Sabha Chai...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka’s October trade gap widens, tea, garment exports down",12/22/2018,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's trade deficit widened significantly in October 2018 to 903 billion US dollars from 752 million ...,"Sri Lanka’s October trade gap widens, tea, garment exports down ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's trade deficit widened significantly in October 2018 to 903 billion US dollars from 752 million ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka President turning from Singer to Regnis: opposition legislator,6/7/2023,Political News,"Then later we saw sewing machines called Regnis, which was the same name in reverse","Sri Lanka President turning from Singer to Regnis: opposition legislator Then later we saw sewing machines called Regnis, which was the same name in reverse",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to revive small scale rice millers to boost competition,2/14/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka will provide one billion rupees in financing for the farmers' guaranteed price paddy purchase program through ...,Sri Lanka to revive small scale rice millers to boost competition Sri Lanka will provide one billion rupees in financing for the farmers' guaranteed price paddy purchase program through ...,positive,1 Sri Lanka wants to renew US$1.5bn equivalent RMB swap as standby facility: Minister Cabraal,10/19/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has started talks on renewing a 10 billion yuan swap with China (about 1.5 billion US dollars) to be used as a...,Sri Lanka wants to renew US$1.5bn equivalent RMB swap as standby facility: Minister Cabraal Sri Lanka has started talks on renewing a 10 billion yuan swap with China (about 1.5 billion US dollars) to be used as a...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee at Rs316.00/322.00 to US dollar, bonds down",6/15/2023,Bonds & Forex,The Spot US dollar closed at 310.00/315.00 rupees on Monday.,"Sri Lanka rupee at Rs316.00/322.00 to US dollar, bonds down The Spot US dollar closed at 310.00/315.00 rupees on Monday.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's TNA to resume talks with president on ethnic issue,5/9/2023,Politics,"“We are not prepared to hold any discussions that goes contrary to that basis,” the MP said.","Sri Lanka's TNA to resume talks with president on ethnic issue “We are not prepared to hold any discussions that goes contrary to that basis,” the MP said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka 03-month Treasury Bill yield eases to 7.58-pct,10/9/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s 03-month Treasury Bill yield fell 02 basis points to 7.58 percent at Wednesday's auction, data from the st...","Sri Lanka 03-month Treasury Bill yield eases to 7.58-pct Sri Lanka’s 03-month Treasury Bill yield fell 02 basis points to 7.58 percent at Wednesday's auction, data from the st...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka awaits new Finance Minister, Treasury Secretary",4/6/2022,Economy,Short serving minister resigns to make way for an outsider if necessary,"Sri Lanka awaits new Finance Minister, Treasury Secretary Short serving minister resigns to make way for an outsider if necessary",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka best paddy farmers get 11,000kg per hectare: Minister",4/21/2023,Agriculture,This is the first time such high yields have been reported,"Sri Lanka best paddy farmers get 11,000kg per hectare: Minister This is the first time such high yields have been reported",positive,1 New State and Deputy Ministers sworn in,11/27/2019,Politics,New State Ministers and Deputy Ministers of the interim government were sworn in before President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at ...,New State and Deputy Ministers sworn in New State Ministers and Deputy Ministers of the interim government were sworn in before President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at ...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee monopoly to remain, no INR for local circulation",8/2/2023,Economy,The legal tender in Sri Lanka for domestic payments and settlements will remain as Sri Lanka Rupees,"Sri Lanka rupee monopoly to remain, no INR for local circulation The legal tender in Sri Lanka for domestic payments and settlements will remain as Sri Lanka Rupees",negative,-1 Dialog Sri Lanka and Axiata labs wins global award for digital transformation,10/14/2020,Health,"Dialog Axiata of Sri Lanka and Axiata Digital Labs, a technology unit of Malaysia-based group said it won a global award...","Dialog Sri Lanka and Axiata labs wins global award for digital transformation Dialog Axiata of Sri Lanka and Axiata Digital Labs, a technology unit of Malaysia-based group said it won a global award...",positive,1 Sri Lanka seeks loan from Qatar to import oil amid soft-peg instability,6/29/2022,Economy,Money for medicines allocated,Sri Lanka seeks loan from Qatar to import oil amid soft-peg instability Money for medicines allocated,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka wins special award for pesticide control, suicide prevention",7/3/2021,Environment,Sri Lanka has won a special award along with the Philippines and Colombia.,"Sri Lanka wins special award for pesticide control, suicide prevention Sri Lanka has won a special award along with the Philippines and Colombia.",positive,1 "SriLankan Airlines directors faulted for Airbus deal, termination payments by COPE",2/19/2020,Aviation,A parliamentary committee overseeing Sri Lanka's state enterprises has faulted the board of directors of SriLankan Airli...,"SriLankan Airlines directors faulted for Airbus deal, termination payments by COPE A parliamentary committee overseeing Sri Lanka's state enterprises has faulted the board of directors of SriLankan Airli...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka highest court to hear 18 petitions on constitution amendment; BASL to intervene,9/28/2020,Legal,"Sri Lanka's Supreme Court is scheduled to hear 18 petitions on a controversial amendment to the constitution, September ...","Sri Lanka highest court to hear 18 petitions on constitution amendment; BASL to intervene Sri Lanka's Supreme Court is scheduled to hear 18 petitions on a controversial amendment to the constitution, September ...",positive,1 "Solar industry proposes own long-term generation plan, promises to save Rs. 266 billion",4/18/2019,Economy,"Solar Industries Association to propose its own long-term generation plan, projected to save Rs. 266 billion and add 3,1...","Solar industry proposes own long-term generation plan, promises to save Rs. 266 billion Solar Industries Association to propose its own long-term generation plan, projected to save Rs. 266 billion and add 3,1...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka President to attend Queen Elizabeth's funeral,9/11/2022,International Relations,Royal funeral is to take place on September 19,Sri Lanka President to attend Queen Elizabeth's funeral Royal funeral is to take place on September 19,positive,1 "Sri Lanka president cautions against nurturing loss-making SOEs, calls for reform",8/3/2022,Economy,"""Even former socialist countries now encourage private enterprises,"" he said.","Sri Lanka president cautions against nurturing loss-making SOEs, calls for reform ""Even former socialist countries now encourage private enterprises,"" he said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka PM under pressure to resign as opposition claims majority,4/25/2022,Political News,"""The view of the SLFP is that all parties should be part of the interim government","Sri Lanka PM under pressure to resign as opposition claims majority ""The view of the SLFP is that all parties should be part of the interim government",negative,-1 Dr Jehan Perera - Reject Nationalism for the betterment of the country,5/19/2020,Human Rights,"""Instead of trying to ride the wave of nationalism to win the next general election in a big way, the government needs t...","Dr Jehan Perera - Reject Nationalism for the betterment of the country ""Instead of trying to ride the wave of nationalism to win the next general election in a big way, the government needs t...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka tea prices fall across elevations,1/20/2024,Business,Tea prices ease after 7 weeks of gains,Sri Lanka tea prices fall across elevations Tea prices ease after 7 weeks of gains,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to get US$125mn equivalent grant from China on Wang Yi visit,1/10/2022,Economy,"Can be used for food, medicine and infrastructure","Sri Lanka to get US$125mn equivalent grant from China on Wang Yi visit Can be used for food, medicine and infrastructure",negative,-1 Sri Lanka imports surge to US$2.2bn in Dec 2021 after reserves sales,1/20/2022,Economy,2020 imports estimated at US$20.6bn,Sri Lanka imports surge to US$2.2bn in Dec 2021 after reserves sales 2020 imports estimated at US$20.6bn,negative,-1 Security of Sri Lankan Muslims extremely worrying - OIC envoys,6/5/2019,Uncategorized,"Expressing their concern over the ""developing situation"" in the country, representatives of the Organisation of Islamic ...","Security of Sri Lankan Muslims extremely worrying - OIC envoys Expressing their concern over the ""developing situation"" in the country, representatives of the Organisation of Islamic ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka central bank says downgrades by S&P and Fitch unwarranted,12/5/2018,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank says downgrades by S&P and Fitch are unwarranted and the country can repay maturing sovereign b...,Sri Lanka central bank says downgrades by S&P and Fitch unwarranted Sri Lanka's central bank says downgrades by S&P and Fitch are unwarranted and the country can repay maturing sovereign b...,negative,-1 "US Fed keep rates unchanged, reduces Treasuries sell-down",5/2/2024,Economy,Fed would continue to sell-down mortgage backed securities,"US Fed keep rates unchanged, reduces Treasuries sell-down Fed would continue to sell-down mortgage backed securities",negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s UberEats partners Cargills and other business to distribute goods,3/31/2020,General Services,"UberEats Sri Lanka, a food delivery firm said it had partnered with a top retail chain and other businesses to deliver f...","Sri Lanka’s UberEats partners Cargills and other business to distribute goods UberEats Sri Lanka, a food delivery firm said it had partnered with a top retail chain and other businesses to deliver f...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka delays tax and debt collections, state to intervene in financial markets",3/24/2020,Consumer Affairs,Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa in a statement said a host of new relief measures to combat the COVID-19 coronav...,"Sri Lanka delays tax and debt collections, state to intervene in financial markets Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa in a statement said a host of new relief measures to combat the COVID-19 coronav...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka’s stocks close 0.12-pct lower, heavy crossings for third straight day",6/18/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.04 percent lower on Tuesday with crossings continuing to dominate trade for the third consec...,"Sri Lanka’s stocks close 0.12-pct lower, heavy crossings for third straight day Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.04 percent lower on Tuesday with crossings continuing to dominate trade for the third consec...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Government’s wrong decisions responsible for Coronavirus spreading again - Rajitha,7/14/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s Opposition is heaping the blame on the government for the apparent second wave of COVID 19 cases saying wr...,Sri Lanka Government’s wrong decisions responsible for Coronavirus spreading again - Rajitha Sri Lanka’s Opposition is heaping the blame on the government for the apparent second wave of COVID 19 cases saying wr...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s Hatton Plantations March profits fall in weak market,5/30/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's Hatton Plantations (HPL) net losses for the March quarter fell 218 percent from a year earlier to 172.9 mill...,Sri Lanka’s Hatton Plantations March profits fall in weak market Sri Lanka's Hatton Plantations (HPL) net losses for the March quarter fell 218 percent from a year earlier to 172.9 mill...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka faces key challenge in 2020 to maintain economic stability,1/1/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's main challenge in 2020 will be to maintain economic stability with tax cuts expected to boost demand and dri...,Sri Lanka faces key challenge in 2020 to maintain economic stability Sri Lanka's main challenge in 2020 will be to maintain economic stability with tax cuts expected to boost demand and dri...,negative,-1 "231 new COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka from midnight last night; total now at 3,733",10/6/2020,Health,"Health authorities identified 231 COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka between midnight last night and 11.00am today (06), the Na...","231 new COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka from midnight last night; total now at 3,733 Health authorities identified 231 COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka between midnight last night and 11.00am today (06), the Na...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s Jetwing Symphony June losses grow with Easter Sunday hit,8/13/2019,Business,Sri Lanka’s Jetwing Symphony said that its net losses for the June 2019 quarter grew 4.1 percent to 161.6 million...,Sri Lanka’s Jetwing Symphony June losses grow with Easter Sunday hit Sri Lanka’s Jetwing Symphony said that its net losses for the June 2019 quarter grew 4.1 percent to 161.6 million...,negative,-1 Post-Covid Sri Lanka e-commerce online forum at 1130h,4/29/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's e-Commerce prospects after a Covid-19 crisis will be the focus of an online seminar organizers Asia Securiti...,Post-Covid Sri Lanka e-commerce online forum at 1130h Sri Lanka's e-Commerce prospects after a Covid-19 crisis will be the focus of an online seminar organizers Asia Securiti...,negative,-1 Power cuts dampen Sri Lanka rubber product exports despite higher global demand - SLAMERP,6/3/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka's rubber products can grow up to 30% in US dollar revenue if uninterrupted power supply ensured,Power cuts dampen Sri Lanka rubber product exports despite higher global demand - SLAMERP Sri Lanka's rubber products can grow up to 30% in US dollar revenue if uninterrupted power supply ensured,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks surge on export-led shares after rupee fall,8/18/2021,Uncategorized,"Sri Lank stock jumped 2.56 percent on Wednesday led by Expolanka, Commercial Leasing and Finance, and LOLC Holdings","Sri Lanka stocks surge on export-led shares after rupee fall Sri Lank stock jumped 2.56 percent on Wednesday led by Expolanka, Commercial Leasing and Finance, and LOLC Holdings",negative,-1 Sri Lanka exports will be hit after freight surcharge gazette removed: shippers,3/13/2023,Logistics,.,Sri Lanka exports will be hit after freight surcharge gazette removed: shippers .,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields fall",8/16/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 177.05/15 against the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields were higher, de...","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields fall Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 177.05/15 against the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields were higher, de...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka finance minister Mangala Samaraweera resigns,11/17/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera has resigned following the defeat of Sajith Premadasa in the 2019 presi...,Sri Lanka finance minister Mangala Samaraweera resigns Sri Lanka's Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera has resigned following the defeat of Sajith Premadasa in the 2019 presi...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka opp MP Manusha Nanayakkara arrives at CID to give statement,9/30/2021,Politics,"“Sometimes we wonder if it is at the behest of certain businessmen that people are summoned for questioning.""","Sri Lanka opp MP Manusha Nanayakkara arrives at CID to give statement “Sometimes we wonder if it is at the behest of certain businessmen that people are summoned for questioning.""",positive,1 Sri Lanka in talks with Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation for automation in agriculture,5/31/2023,Agriculture,Officials of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation have assured President Wickremesinghe interventions would be made.,Sri Lanka in talks with Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation for automation in agriculture Officials of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation have assured President Wickremesinghe interventions would be made.,positive,1 Sri Lanka raises US$111.5mn from SLDBs sold after auction,2/15/2022,Bonds & Forex,SLDBs are available in denominations as small as 1000 US dollars which immediately widened the market,Sri Lanka raises US$111.5mn from SLDBs sold after auction SLDBs are available in denominations as small as 1000 US dollars which immediately widened the market,positive,1 Sri Lanka law chief orders swift resolution of cold cases,6/13/2019,Legal,"Colombo, Sri Lanka | AFP | Thursday - Sri Lanka's attorney-general ordered police Thursday to speed up investigations in...","Sri Lanka law chief orders swift resolution of cold cases Colombo, Sri Lanka | AFP | Thursday - Sri Lanka's attorney-general ordered police Thursday to speed up investigations in...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee slightly weaker, stocks open 0.22-pct lower",11/8/2018,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee weakened in early trading Thursday to 174.90/175.10 rupees against the US dollar, whil...","Sri Lanka rupee slightly weaker, stocks open 0.22-pct lower ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee weakened in early trading Thursday to 174.90/175.10 rupees against the US dollar, whil...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka parties, election commissioner challenges Sirisena",11/12/2018,Legal,(AFP) - Sri Lanka's main parties and a top election official on Monday challenged in the highest court the president's s...,"Sri Lanka parties, election commissioner challenges Sirisena (AFP) - Sri Lanka's main parties and a top election official on Monday challenged in the highest court the president's s...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka plans Revenue Authority to monitor underperforming IRD, Excise dept, Customs: sources",10/24/2023,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka's tax revenue has been below the expected level this year,"Sri Lanka plans Revenue Authority to monitor underperforming IRD, Excise dept, Customs: sources Sri Lanka's tax revenue has been below the expected level this year",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka sells Rs55bn 2024, 2027 bonds after offering Rs75bn",1/28/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has sold 55.3 billion rupees of bonds in an auction after offering 25 billion rupees, data from the state debt...","Sri Lanka sells Rs55bn 2024, 2027 bonds after offering Rs75bn Sri Lanka has sold 55.3 billion rupees of bonds in an auction after offering 25 billion rupees, data from the state debt...",negative,-1 "Minor oil spill at Hambantota port, Sri Lanka, brought under control: MEPA",7/15/2021,Environment,"""It wasn’t a major spill. As per our observation, its 400 liters of oil spillage,"" an official said.","Minor oil spill at Hambantota port, Sri Lanka, brought under control: MEPA ""It wasn’t a major spill. As per our observation, its 400 liters of oil spillage,"" an official said.",negative,-1 "IMF welcomes Sri Lanka progress in policy actions, obtaining creditor assurances",3/7/2023,Economy,"""The Extended Fund Facility (EFF) will support the authorities’ program of ambitious reforms.""","IMF welcomes Sri Lanka progress in policy actions, obtaining creditor assurances ""The Extended Fund Facility (EFF) will support the authorities’ program of ambitious reforms.""",positive,1 IFC sees Sri Lanka PPP investments if reforms are made,12/12/2022,Business,Land is another area where which is critical,IFC sees Sri Lanka PPP investments if reforms are made Land is another area where which is critical,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rough rice forecast raised to 2.97mn tonnes for 2020 main season,2/24/2020,Agriculture,"ri Lanka's rough rice harvest in the main (Maha) cultivation season, where harvesting is now underway, has been raised t...","Sri Lanka rough rice forecast raised to 2.97mn tonnes for 2020 main season ri Lanka's rough rice harvest in the main (Maha) cultivation season, where harvesting is now underway, has been raised t...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka minister Thondaman chosen as World Economic Forum Young Global Leader,4/5/2024,People,"He continues to advocate for the rights of all marginalized people in Sri Lanka, workers, women, ethnic minorities","Sri Lanka minister Thondaman chosen as World Economic Forum Young Global Leader He continues to advocate for the rights of all marginalized people in Sri Lanka, workers, women, ethnic minorities",positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee at 311.00/50 against the US dollar, bond yields steady",5/16/2023,Bonds & Forex,The rupee opened at 311.00/50 against the US dollar in the spot market steady from the last close at 311.70/312.20,"Sri Lanka rupee at 311.00/50 against the US dollar, bond yields steady The rupee opened at 311.00/50 against the US dollar in the spot market steady from the last close at 311.70/312.20",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks close down for fifth consecutive day,1/12/2024,Commodities,"Turnover was lower than previous day at 567mn. Most of this came from trades in capital goods and food, bev and tobacco","Sri Lanka stocks close down for fifth consecutive day Turnover was lower than previous day at 567mn. Most of this came from trades in capital goods and food, bev and tobacco",negative,-1 Sri Lanka coconut prices edge up; price range widens  ,10/1/2022,Agriculture,"Buyers offered 1,018,186 nuts at the auction and sold 706,009.","Sri Lanka coconut prices edge up; price range widens   Buyers offered 1,018,186 nuts at the auction and sold 706,009.",positive,1 Sri Lanka tax cuts could cost Rs500bn: Minister Rambukwelle,12/3/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's tax cuts could cost around 500 to 550 billion rupees a year, but will boost economic growth and future tax r...","Sri Lanka tax cuts could cost Rs500bn: Minister Rambukwelle Sri Lanka's tax cuts could cost around 500 to 550 billion rupees a year, but will boost economic growth and future tax r...",positive,1 "Sick, stranded and broke: crisis hits Gulf's migrant workers",4/24/2020,Economy,"When all nine men in his dormitory caught coronavirus, 27-year-old Nurudhin was bused to a remote quarantine camp -- bec...","Sick, stranded and broke: crisis hits Gulf's migrant workers When all nine men in his dormitory caught coronavirus, 27-year-old Nurudhin was bused to a remote quarantine camp -- bec...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Telecom, SriLankan Airlines bid deadlines extended",12/7/2023,Economy,Request for proposal documents to qualified investors who express interest,"Sri Lanka Telecom, SriLankan Airlines bid deadlines extended Request for proposal documents to qualified investors who express interest",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's Colombo Port hit by Coronavirus as Covid-19 cases top 12,700",11/6/2020,Logistics,Sri Lanka's Colombo Port and the Department of Customs has been hit by Coronavirus as total cases went up and several Co...,"Sri Lanka's Colombo Port hit by Coronavirus as Covid-19 cases top 12,700 Sri Lanka's Colombo Port and the Department of Customs has been hit by Coronavirus as total cases went up and several Co...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka’s Dialog Axiata stems voice revenue decline, data grows strongly",5/27/2019,ICT,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s dominant mobile phone operator Dialog Axiata has said it managed to stem the fal...,"Sri Lanka’s Dialog Axiata stems voice revenue decline, data grows strongly ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s dominant mobile phone operator Dialog Axiata has said it managed to stem the fal...",negative,-1 Bangladesh Bank renews Sri Lanka forex loan by three months,12/28/2021,Economy,"“Our assessment is that the Sri Lanka would use the fund for at least nine months,” a BB official said.","Bangladesh Bank renews Sri Lanka forex loan by three months “Our assessment is that the Sri Lanka would use the fund for at least nine months,” a BB official said.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka receives 15,000 doses of Sputnik V; second dose to be rolled out in Kandy",8/11/2021,Health,The Sputnik V rollout was put on hold on August 08 due to a shortage.,"Sri Lanka receives 15,000 doses of Sputnik V; second dose to be rolled out in Kandy The Sputnik V rollout was put on hold on August 08 due to a shortage.",negative,-1 New probe into CID investigation of Easter attacks ordered,3/29/2020,PresPoll2020,The Acting IGP Chandana Wickramaratne has appointed two teams of investigators to look at whether there has been an inte...,New probe into CID investigation of Easter attacks ordered The Acting IGP Chandana Wickramaratne has appointed two teams of investigators to look at whether there has been an inte...,negative,-1 "Police still looking for MP Bathiudeen, arrest accountant and bodyguard",10/14/2020,Crime,Police looking to arrest former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen in connection with the alleged misuse of government funds to ...,"Police still looking for MP Bathiudeen, arrest accountant and bodyguard Police looking to arrest former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen in connection with the alleged misuse of government funds to ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka PM appreciates China help amid Indian push, fertilizer deal",10/28/2021,Political News,The Prime Minister’s stance was that Sri Lanka will buy a new shipment with required specifications,"Sri Lanka PM appreciates China help amid Indian push, fertilizer deal The Prime Minister’s stance was that Sri Lanka will buy a new shipment with required specifications",positive,1 Dart Global to set up e-commerce capable Sri Lanka logistics centre,7/6/2020,Logistics,"Dart Global Express, a multinational logistics company operatig out of Sri Lanka is building a 3 million US dollar centr...","Dart Global to set up e-commerce capable Sri Lanka logistics centre Dart Global Express, a multinational logistics company operatig out of Sri Lanka is building a 3 million US dollar centr...",positive,1 Sri Lanka IMF program could be 400-pct plus quota EFF: CB Governor,4/15/2022,Economy,"An EFF may be the ""most relevant"" given the structural reforms needed.","Sri Lanka IMF program could be 400-pct plus quota EFF: CB Governor An EFF may be the ""most relevant"" given the structural reforms needed.",positive,1 "As trade truce collapses, US, China scramble to revive a deal",5/9/2019,International news,The world's top two economies on Thursday were due to resume fraught trade talks just as a truce between them verged on ...,"As trade truce collapses, US, China scramble to revive a deal The world's top two economies on Thursday were due to resume fraught trade talks just as a truce between them verged on ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's loss-making CEB workers, directors to forego annual 'bonus': regulator",12/14/2022,Energy,"As directed by PUCSL, CEB Board of Directors & Trade Unions have agreed to forego bonus for the year 2022","Sri Lanka's loss-making CEB workers, directors to forego annual 'bonus': regulator As directed by PUCSL, CEB Board of Directors & Trade Unions have agreed to forego bonus for the year 2022",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks up 0.28-pct",12/24/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 181.37/47 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while gilt yields eased a...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks up 0.28-pct Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 181.37/47 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while gilt yields eased a...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka exporters should convert, rupee worth 185 to dollar: Minister Cabraal",1/29/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee should be around 185 to the US dollar State Minister for Money and Capital Markets Nivard Cabraal has ...,"Sri Lanka exporters should convert, rupee worth 185 to dollar: Minister Cabraal Sri Lanka's rupee should be around 185 to the US dollar State Minister for Money and Capital Markets Nivard Cabraal has ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka coconut action price up for fourth week,10/22/2022,Agriculture,"Buyers offered 687,621 nuts at the auction, and sold 639,610.","Sri Lanka coconut action price up for fourth week Buyers offered 687,621 nuts at the auction, and sold 639,610.",negative,-1 Sri Lankans may need to wait for Monetary Board meeting minutes despite new Act,2/23/2024,Economy,Many central banks release minutes of their monetary policy meetings to ensure transparency,Sri Lankans may need to wait for Monetary Board meeting minutes despite new Act Many central banks release minutes of their monetary policy meetings to ensure transparency,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka hopes to resume road projects after debt restructuring, IMF review",9/18/2023,Debt Restructuring,Most road projects are suspended due to lack of funding after Sri Lanka declared bankruptcy ,"Sri Lanka hopes to resume road projects after debt restructuring, IMF review Most road projects are suspended due to lack of funding after Sri Lanka declared bankruptcy ",negative,-1 Hyundai and Kia bet on London startup for electric cars,1/16/2020,Autos,South Korea's Hyundai and its Kia affiliate announced plans Thursday for a major investment in London-based startup Arri...,Hyundai and Kia bet on London startup for electric cars South Korea's Hyundai and its Kia affiliate announced plans Thursday for a major investment in London-based startup Arri...,negative,-1 Andrew Patrick appointed new British High Commissioner in Sri Lanka,8/23/2023,Bonds & Forex,.,Andrew Patrick appointed new British High Commissioner in Sri Lanka .,positive,1 Sri Lanka shares gain 1-pct in mid-morning trade,9/28/2022,Markets,ASPI is up 99 points within the first hour,Sri Lanka shares gain 1-pct in mid-morning trade ASPI is up 99 points within the first hour,positive,1 "Police curfew in Wattala, Ja-Ela as new COVID-19 patient found",3/19/2020,Health,"Police curfew has been imposed on the Wattala and Ja-Ela police divisions, effective from 10pm today until further notic...","Police curfew in Wattala, Ja-Ela as new COVID-19 patient found Police curfew has been imposed on the Wattala and Ja-Ela police divisions, effective from 10pm today until further notic...",negative,-1 "Amid fears, PTSD, Sri Lanka protesters determined to continue anti-government struggle",10/31/2022,Corruption,"Another anti-government protest planned for October 2 by apolitical, political activists ","Amid fears, PTSD, Sri Lanka protesters determined to continue anti-government struggle Another anti-government protest planned for October 2 by apolitical, political activists ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s Grisly Recent History Goes Unpunished,2/23/2024,Legal,Sri Lanka’s recent blood-soaked history is replete with mass killings and many “disappearances” ,Sri Lanka’s Grisly Recent History Goes Unpunished Sri Lanka’s recent blood-soaked history is replete with mass killings and many “disappearances” ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee closes at 326.60/90 to the US dollar,12/7/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.60/90 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 326.60/90 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.60/90 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-1 Lion named after god of thunder tests positive for COVID-19 in Sri Lanka zoo,6/18/2021,Health,Thor was transported to Sri Lanka in 2013 from the Soul Zoo in South Korea.,Lion named after god of thunder tests positive for COVID-19 in Sri Lanka zoo Thor was transported to Sri Lanka in 2013 from the Soul Zoo in South Korea.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka overnight curfew from Monday as Coronavirus deaths rise,8/15/2021,Health,Curfew from 2200h to 0400h,Sri Lanka overnight curfew from Monday as Coronavirus deaths rise Curfew from 2200h to 0400h,negative,-1 "Sri Lankan woman throws five-year-old son into river, attempts suicide",6/16/2022,Law and Order,Police was unable to confirm if the incident was motivated by economic woes.,"Sri Lankan woman throws five-year-old son into river, attempts suicide Police was unable to confirm if the incident was motivated by economic woes.",negative,-1 Lanka's Blue Whale: Eight Evolutionary Stages (Part II),1/5/2024,Wild Life,"At some point, blues will inevitably fall extinct, as will we","Lanka's Blue Whale: Eight Evolutionary Stages (Part II) At some point, blues will inevitably fall extinct, as will we",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's boat builders head to Dubai,2/28/2024,Business,Boat builders in Sri Lanka are headed to the Dubai International Boat show to showcase their capabilities,Sri Lanka's boat builders head to Dubai Boat builders in Sri Lanka are headed to the Dubai International Boat show to showcase their capabilities,positive,1 Will removing the Z-score be a disaster?,1/2/2020,Education,A recent Government decision to abolish the Z score system for university enrollment has received mixed reactions from a...,Will removing the Z-score be a disaster? A recent Government decision to abolish the Z score system for university enrollment has received mixed reactions from a...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka hires by India's HCL Technologies top 1,000 in first year",9/26/2021,Business,"HCL Technologies said it had hired new graduates and also ""seasoned industry professionals"".","Sri Lanka hires by India's HCL Technologies top 1,000 in first year HCL Technologies said it had hired new graduates and also ""seasoned industry professionals"".",positive,1 Migrant workers detained in Saudi Arabia: Sri Lanka Foreign Employment Bureau denies Amnesty report,4/21/2021,Human Rights,The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment has denied reports that Saudi Arabia has arbitrarily detained 41 migrant work...,Migrant workers detained in Saudi Arabia: Sri Lanka Foreign Employment Bureau denies Amnesty report The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment has denied reports that Saudi Arabia has arbitrarily detained 41 migrant work...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka under curfew after anti-Muslim riots,5/13/2019,Defence,"Sri Lanka imposed a nationwide night curfew Monday, after anti-Muslim riots spread to three districts just north of the ...","Sri Lanka under curfew after anti-Muslim riots Sri Lanka imposed a nationwide night curfew Monday, after anti-Muslim riots spread to three districts just north of the ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to reopen 5,000 schools, but teachers on strike refuse to budge",9/17/2021,Education,"Teachers will not resume work until long-standing salary anomalies in their service are not resolved, said Stalin.","Sri Lanka to reopen 5,000 schools, but teachers on strike refuse to budge Teachers will not resume work until long-standing salary anomalies in their service are not resolved, said Stalin.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Central Bank launches Sustainable Finance Roadmap,4/11/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka's Central Bank has launched a Sustainable Finance Roadmap with support from the International Finance Corporat...,Sri Lanka Central Bank launches Sustainable Finance Roadmap Sri Lanka's Central Bank has launched a Sustainable Finance Roadmap with support from the International Finance Corporat...,positive,1 Sri Lanka stock market to operate on Monday,11/2/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange said it will open for trading on Monday after Coronavirus curfews were extended till ...,Sri Lanka stock market to operate on Monday Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange said it will open for trading on Monday after Coronavirus curfews were extended till ...,positive,1 Sri Lanka's Namal Rajapaksa gets new ministry in addition to Sports & Youth Affairs,6/3/2021,Politics,The 35-year-old Hambantota District MP also holds the portfolios Sports and Youth Affairs,Sri Lanka's Namal Rajapaksa gets new ministry in addition to Sports & Youth Affairs The 35-year-old Hambantota District MP also holds the portfolios Sports and Youth Affairs,positive,1 New Navy Chief of Staff appointed,5/8/2019,Uncategorized,Real Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne has been appointed as the new Chief of the Staff of Sri Lanka Navy by President Maithr...,New Navy Chief of Staff appointed Real Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne has been appointed as the new Chief of the Staff of Sri Lanka Navy by President Maithr...,positive,1 World Bank warns Sri Lanka of worsening poverty amid IMF adjustments,5/8/2023,Economic Crisis,Poverty has already doubled last year with higher inflation and rising unemployment.,World Bank warns Sri Lanka of worsening poverty amid IMF adjustments Poverty has already doubled last year with higher inflation and rising unemployment.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Rajapaksa fails to resign despite repeated promises,7/14/2022,Uncategorized,Rajapaksa was expected to reach his final destination by 8 om on Wednesday. ,Sri Lanka Rajapaksa fails to resign despite repeated promises Rajapaksa was expected to reach his final destination by 8 om on Wednesday. ,negative,-1 Tabling the 20th Amendment “a dark day for democracy” - Sajith,9/22/2020,Constitutional Amendments,Opposition Parliamentarians staged a protest in the Well of the House today when the government tabled the proposed 20th...,Tabling the 20th Amendment “a dark day for democracy” - Sajith Opposition Parliamentarians staged a protest in the Well of the House today when the government tabled the proposed 20th...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka President hopes to patch up differences with SLPP,6/27/2019,Political News,President Maithripala Sirisena said his Sri Lanka Freedom Party is likely to patch up differences closer to a Presidenti...,Sri Lanka President hopes to patch up differences with SLPP President Maithripala Sirisena said his Sri Lanka Freedom Party is likely to patch up differences closer to a Presidenti...,negative,-1 "439 new COVID-19 in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 19,280",11/21/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 439 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (20), the...","439 new COVID-19 in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 19,280 Sri Lankan health officials identified 439 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (20), the...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tea Trails enters top Conde Nast Traveler list,12/23/2022,Business,Ceylon Tea Trails said it is the first Sri Lankan hotel to make enter CN's gold list,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tea Trails enters top Conde Nast Traveler list Ceylon Tea Trails said it is the first Sri Lankan hotel to make enter CN's gold list,positive,1 Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade,4/21/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.37 percent or 34.06 points to 9,245.13","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.37 percent or 34.06 points to 9,245.13",negative,-1 COPE report on 23 enterprises out on Wednesday,10/21/2019,Corruption,The Parliamentary Committee on Public Enterprise (COPE) will release its report on 23 state sector organisations on Wedn...,COPE report on 23 enterprises out on Wednesday The Parliamentary Committee on Public Enterprise (COPE) will release its report on 23 state sector organisations on Wedn...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to grow 3.6-pct in 2021, deficit could reach 10.8-pct: ICRA",2/26/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's economic growth would recover to 3.6 percent in 2021, from a contraction in 2020, while the budget deficit m...","Sri Lanka to grow 3.6-pct in 2021, deficit could reach 10.8-pct: ICRA Sri Lanka's economic growth would recover to 3.6 percent in 2021, from a contraction in 2020, while the budget deficit m...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to commence RAMIS 2.0 by December: state minister,11/1/2023,Economy,"The new digitalised system will enable Sri Lanka to raise tax revenue significantly, he said.","Sri Lanka to commence RAMIS 2.0 by December: state minister The new digitalised system will enable Sri Lanka to raise tax revenue significantly, he said.",positive,1 Sri Lanka forex shortages worsen as exports soar in Feb,3/29/2022,Business,"When compared to the same period in 2020 (pre-COVID), exports revenue had increased 5.8 percent.","Sri Lanka forex shortages worsen as exports soar in Feb When compared to the same period in 2020 (pre-COVID), exports revenue had increased 5.8 percent.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks close near 3-month high in high turnover,3/5/2024,Markets,Over 1 bln rupee turnover continued for seventh straight session ,Sri Lanka stocks close near 3-month high in high turnover Over 1 bln rupee turnover continued for seventh straight session ,negative,-1 "Audit queries validity of Sri Lanka tourist board assets, delayed EPF payments",4/12/2019,Business,"The state tourism regulator, the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) has 2.9 billion rupees in assets which ...","Audit queries validity of Sri Lanka tourist board assets, delayed EPF payments The state tourism regulator, the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) has 2.9 billion rupees in assets which ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka exports marginally up in Feb 2024,3/23/2024,Economy,Export to UK and US up,Sri Lanka exports marginally up in Feb 2024 Export to UK and US up,negative,-1 Sri Lanka construction contractors look for foreign projects as currency crisis slams sector,12/14/2022,Construction and Real Estate,Construction firms had been operating in the Maldives and the Middle East during a 30-year war ,Sri Lanka construction contractors look for foreign projects as currency crisis slams sector Construction firms had been operating in the Maldives and the Middle East during a 30-year war ,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka yet to make face masks mandatory despite spike in Covid-19 deaths, cases",7/26/2022,Health,"Covid-19 confirmed cases and deaths are on the rise since early this month, official data show","Sri Lanka yet to make face masks mandatory despite spike in Covid-19 deaths, cases Covid-19 confirmed cases and deaths are on the rise since early this month, official data show",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka inks billion dollar credit for food, meds, from State Bank of India",3/17/2022,Economy,US$ 1 billion credit line signed for essential commodities,"Sri Lanka inks billion dollar credit for food, meds, from State Bank of India US$ 1 billion credit line signed for essential commodities",negative,-1 CMEV reports 70 violations of election laws as Sri Lanka goes to the polls,8/5/2020,Politics,"Sri Lanka's election watchdog the Centre for Monitoring Election Violence (CMEV) reported 70 violations of election law,...","CMEV reports 70 violations of election laws as Sri Lanka goes to the polls Sri Lanka's election watchdog the Centre for Monitoring Election Violence (CMEV) reported 70 violations of election law,...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka allows 12-hour transit at Colombo airport amid Covid-19 controls,4/22/2020,Aviation,"Sri Lanka is allowing 12 hour transit at Colombo airport, the Indian Ocean island's Civil Aviation Authority told carrie...","Sri Lanka allows 12-hour transit at Colombo airport amid Covid-19 controls Sri Lanka is allowing 12 hour transit at Colombo airport, the Indian Ocean island's Civil Aviation Authority told carrie...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka plantation wages do not reward productivity, output, workers lost",9/21/2020,Agriculture,An existing wage deal with unions of Sri Lanka's large plantations do not reward the most productive workers unlike smal...,"Sri Lanka plantation wages do not reward productivity, output, workers lost An existing wage deal with unions of Sri Lanka's large plantations do not reward the most productive workers unlike smal...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka property developer working to raise high-rise fire safety standards,9/24/2019,Business, Sri Lankan property developers are working with government authorities to improve fire safety standards in new high-ris...,Sri Lanka property developer working to raise high-rise fire safety standards Sri Lankan property developers are working with government authorities to improve fire safety standards in new high-ris...,positive,1 "Review COVID-19 lockdown after April new year, medical academics say in exit strategy for Sri Lanka",4/7/2020,Health,"The current COVID-19 lockdown should be reviewed after the coming traditional new year, while increasing testing capacit...","Review COVID-19 lockdown after April new year, medical academics say in exit strategy for Sri Lanka The current COVID-19 lockdown should be reviewed after the coming traditional new year, while increasing testing capacit...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stocks close up, NDB trade pushes turnover past 1bn",2/16/2024,Bonds & Forex,Turnover was at 1.3 billion. A crossing on National Development Bank Plc contributed 640mn to the day's turnover,"Sri Lanka stocks close up, NDB trade pushes turnover past 1bn Turnover was at 1.3 billion. A crossing on National Development Bank Plc contributed 640mn to the day's turnover",positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee closes firmer, gilt yields gain",6/10/2019,Bonds & Forex,The Sri Lanka rupee closed firm at 176.45/50 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Monday while bond yields ed...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes firmer, gilt yields gain The Sri Lanka rupee closed firm at 176.45/50 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Monday while bond yields ed...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's development initiatives to be according to National Physical Plan: minister,6/24/2023,Economy,"Measures will be taken upon cabinet approval of the plan, he said.","Sri Lanka's development initiatives to be according to National Physical Plan: minister Measures will be taken upon cabinet approval of the plan, he said.",positive,1 Aeroflot grounding lands Sri Lanka in diplomatic spat with Russia,6/4/2022,Aviation,Foreign Ministry say the matter is being considered through diplomatic channels,Aeroflot grounding lands Sri Lanka in diplomatic spat with Russia Foreign Ministry say the matter is being considered through diplomatic channels,negative,-1 Sri Lanka will not sign deals allowing US to build a military base: Wijewardene,7/5/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka will not sign an agreement which will allow the United States to build a miliar base in Sri Lanka, State Minis...","Sri Lanka will not sign deals allowing US to build a military base: Wijewardene Sri Lanka will not sign an agreement which will allow the United States to build a miliar base in Sri Lanka, State Minis...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka government suspends fuel for health workers ahead of protest to oust President, PM",7/7/2022,Health,Many people have called all the citizens to join the Saturday protest in Colombo,"Sri Lanka government suspends fuel for health workers ahead of protest to oust President, PM Many people have called all the citizens to join the Saturday protest in Colombo",negative,-1 "‘Sri Lankan media should self-regulate,’ - Election Observers",11/18/2019,International Relations,Asian Election observers faulted both private and State Media organisations for favouring their chosen candidates during...,"‘Sri Lankan media should self-regulate,’ - Election Observers Asian Election observers faulted both private and State Media organisations for favouring their chosen candidates during...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka 2023 budget aims to create modern economy targeting youth,11/14/2022,Economic Crisis,"Wickremesinghe presents his first budget after the country's economic, political crisis","Sri Lanka 2023 budget aims to create modern economy targeting youth Wickremesinghe presents his first budget after the country's economic, political crisis",positive,1 "Sri Lanka shares trade down, low investor interest",11/27/2023,Commodities,"The Colombo Stock Exchange was trading down mid-day Monday, CSE data showed. ","Sri Lanka shares trade down, low investor interest The Colombo Stock Exchange was trading down mid-day Monday, CSE data showed. ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee opens at 310.70/311.00 to the US dollar,2/26/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 310.70/311.00 to the US dollar Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 310.70/311.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 310.70/311.00 to the US dollar Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady.",positive,1 Sri Lankan students in Belarus advised to return to island via Moscow,3/7/2022,International Relations,"Approximately 1,561 Sri Lankan students are engaged in higher studies in Belarus.","Sri Lankan students in Belarus advised to return to island via Moscow Approximately 1,561 Sri Lankan students are engaged in higher studies in Belarus.",negative,-1 UNP MP alleges MFA defamed Karu,4/12/2019,Politics,"A UNP MP, Mujibur Rahuman, is alleging that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs defamed Speaker Karu Jayasuriya in a commun...","UNP MP alleges MFA defamed Karu A UNP MP, Mujibur Rahuman, is alleging that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs defamed Speaker Karu Jayasuriya in a commun...",negative,-1 Sri Lankans vent out anger against ousted leader on his Dubai zoo visit,1/5/2023,Politics,Rajapaksa went to the UAE on a private visit and returned to the island this morning.,Sri Lankans vent out anger against ousted leader on his Dubai zoo visit Rajapaksa went to the UAE on a private visit and returned to the island this morning.,positive,1 Pound falls on Brexit 'labyrinth',3/29/2019,International news,"The pound dropped on Thursday, weighed down by ongoing chaos in Brexit proceedings, while global stocks were mixed.","Pound falls on Brexit 'labyrinth' The pound dropped on Thursday, weighed down by ongoing chaos in Brexit proceedings, while global stocks were mixed.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks end lower,10/20/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.20 per cent on Tuesday pushed down by LOLC Holdings, Carson Cumberbatch and Sri Lanka Telecom, C...","Sri Lanka stocks end lower Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.20 per cent on Tuesday pushed down by LOLC Holdings, Carson Cumberbatch and Sri Lanka Telecom, C...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Aswesuma beneficiaries list yet to be finalised: state minister,6/24/2023,Economy,A number of opposition legislators on Friday criticised the government over the matter.,Sri Lanka's Aswesuma beneficiaries list yet to be finalised: state minister A number of opposition legislators on Friday criticised the government over the matter.,negative,-1 Sotheby's says interest re-emerging in Sri Lanka properties,1/2/2020,Business,"Sotheby’s International Realty, says investor interest in properties in Sri Lanka is re-emerging and it is looking to ...","Sotheby's says interest re-emerging in Sri Lanka properties Sotheby’s International Realty, says investor interest in properties in Sri Lanka is re-emerging and it is looking to ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee closes at 311.30/50 to the US dollar,2/21/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 311.30/50 to the US dollar Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 311.30/50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 311.30/50 to the US dollar Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady",positive,1 Sri Lanka COVID-19 update: 75 new patients today; 69 from new cluster,10/5/2020,Health,"Seventy-five new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 11.30am today (05), the National Operations Centre...","Sri Lanka COVID-19 update: 75 new patients today; 69 from new cluster Seventy-five new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 11.30am today (05), the National Operations Centre...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka can't reduce water charges, economical usage encouraged: State minister",9/1/2023,Government services,Sri Lanka has increased water charges to record high level in line with IMF conditions ,"Sri Lanka can't reduce water charges, economical usage encouraged: State minister Sri Lanka has increased water charges to record high level in line with IMF conditions ",positive,1 Sri Lanka NBRO issues landslide warning amid heavy rainfall expectation,8/27/2022,Environment,"Heavy rainfall exceeding 75-100 mm can be expected in Sabaragamu, Western, Uva and North Western Provinces","Sri Lanka NBRO issues landslide warning amid heavy rainfall expectation Heavy rainfall exceeding 75-100 mm can be expected in Sabaragamu, Western, Uva and North Western Provinces",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to revise double taxation agreement with Denmark,6/7/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka will be signing a double taxation agreement with Denmark to include revenue taxes, the cabinet office said.","Sri Lanka to revise double taxation agreement with Denmark Sri Lanka will be signing a double taxation agreement with Denmark to include revenue taxes, the cabinet office said.",negative,-1 Global tobacco use among males falls for first time on tougher policies: WHO,12/20/2019,Fiscal,"Tobacco use among men have fallen for the first time globally, showing a powerful shift in trends, the World Health Orga...","Global tobacco use among males falls for first time on tougher policies: WHO Tobacco use among men have fallen for the first time globally, showing a powerful shift in trends, the World Health Orga...",positive,1 Sri Lanka civil defence force to help run Covid-19 hit Manning market,11/11/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's civil defence force cadres will help run a Coronavirus hit wholesale vegetable market in the capital Colombo...,Sri Lanka civil defence force to help run Covid-19 hit Manning market Sri Lanka's civil defence force cadres will help run a Coronavirus hit wholesale vegetable market in the capital Colombo...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee steady, long tenors marginally up ahead of auction",9/28/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee opened steady around 185.20/40 to the US dollar on Monday and long tenor bonds were marginally up ahead ...,"Sri Lanka rupee steady, long tenors marginally up ahead of auction Sri Lanka rupee opened steady around 185.20/40 to the US dollar on Monday and long tenor bonds were marginally up ahead ...",positive,1 Sri Lanka shares recover from near 4-month low on bargain hunting ahead of budget vote,11/22/2022,Markets,Index gained for the first time in seven consecutive sessions ,Sri Lanka shares recover from near 4-month low on bargain hunting ahead of budget vote Index gained for the first time in seven consecutive sessions ,negative,-1 Former Magistrate indicted for possessing Elephant,7/19/2019,Uncategorized,The former Additional Magistrate for Colombo Thilina Gamage and four others have bee n indicted in the High Court of Col...,Former Magistrate indicted for possessing Elephant The former Additional Magistrate for Colombo Thilina Gamage and four others have bee n indicted in the High Court of Col...,negative,-1 Special security for four presidential candidates,10/17/2019,Politics,Measures have been taken to provide special security for four main presidential candidates who are running in the upcomi...,Special security for four presidential candidates Measures have been taken to provide special security for four main presidential candidates who are running in the upcomi...,negative,-1 CID Director transferred,11/22/2019,Politics,The Director of the Criminal Investigation Department Shani Abeysekara has been transferred out of his position the Acti...,CID Director transferred The Director of the Criminal Investigation Department Shani Abeysekara has been transferred out of his position the Acti...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka changes fuel price formula ahead of polls; allow flexibility on profit margin,4/27/2024,Energy,Government has reduced the profit margin to 1% from 4% last month to maintain the prices: D V Chanaka,Sri Lanka changes fuel price formula ahead of polls; allow flexibility on profit margin Government has reduced the profit margin to 1% from 4% last month to maintain the prices: D V Chanaka,positive,1 UN told that Sri Lanka will chart its own course on reconciliation,2/15/2020,International Relations,Sri Lanka told a United Nations Security Council debate on Thursday that it will chart its own course towards reconcilia...,UN told that Sri Lanka will chart its own course on reconciliation Sri Lanka told a United Nations Security Council debate on Thursday that it will chart its own course towards reconcilia...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka energy minister instructs to sack ""disrupting"" protesters amid fuel queues ",3/29/2023,Energy,The protest has disrupted fuel distribution ,"Sri Lanka energy minister instructs to sack ""disrupting"" protesters amid fuel queues  The protest has disrupted fuel distribution ",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, bond yields flat",2/14/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted firmer at 181.40/45 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields remai...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, bond yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted firmer at 181.40/45 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields remai...",negative,-1 Rs 1000 wage for estate workers should be given immediately - Vadivel Suresh,2/20/2020,People,United National Party (UNP) parliamentarian Vadivel Suresh today said that the government should take immediate steps to...,Rs 1000 wage for estate workers should be given immediately - Vadivel Suresh United National Party (UNP) parliamentarian Vadivel Suresh today said that the government should take immediate steps to...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka government to develop Arugam Bay tourism sector,9/21/2023,Tourism,The Arugam Bay Tourism Development Plan focuses on challenges to infrastructure development in the area,Sri Lanka government to develop Arugam Bay tourism sector The Arugam Bay Tourism Development Plan focuses on challenges to infrastructure development in the area,positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee, yields in govt securities slightly changed",8/18/2022,Markets,A guidance peg for interbank transactions weakened by one cent to 360.97 rupees,"Sri Lanka rupee, yields in govt securities slightly changed A guidance peg for interbank transactions weakened by one cent to 360.97 rupees",negative,-1 Sri Lanka IORA Business Conclave to explore untapped markets,5/13/2024,Business,IORA Business Conclave 2024 on May 28 and 29 will focus on sectors significant to economy,Sri Lanka IORA Business Conclave to explore untapped markets IORA Business Conclave 2024 on May 28 and 29 will focus on sectors significant to economy,positive,1 "US Fed hikes rates to 5.25-pct, claims banking system is sound",5/4/2023,Economy,We will continue to monitor conditions in this sector,"US Fed hikes rates to 5.25-pct, claims banking system is sound We will continue to monitor conditions in this sector",positive,1 Sri Lanka finance companies to be hard hit by import controls as bad loans top 11-pct,7/29/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's Finance Companies which have seen rising bad loans as the rate cuts of April 2018 triggered currency collaps...,Sri Lanka finance companies to be hard hit by import controls as bad loans top 11-pct Sri Lanka's Finance Companies which have seen rising bad loans as the rate cuts of April 2018 triggered currency collaps...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka actor-turned-activist Damitha Abeyratne remanded till Sep 14,9/8/2022,Politics,The verdict was made by the Fort Magistrate's Court on Thursday September 08,Sri Lanka actor-turned-activist Damitha Abeyratne remanded till Sep 14 The verdict was made by the Fort Magistrate's Court on Thursday September 08,negative,-1 Sri Lanka cement to fall Rs300-Rs500 per bag after rupee appreciation: Minister,6/5/2023,Bonds & Forex,Request to cut prices also made from steel manufacturers,Sri Lanka cement to fall Rs300-Rs500 per bag after rupee appreciation: Minister Request to cut prices also made from steel manufacturers,negative,-1 Gammanpila admitted he sold Aussie investor's shares - Witness,7/24/2019,Uncategorized,The Colombo High Court heard a witness today July 24 asserting that MP Udaya Gammanpila had sold all the shares of a com...,Gammanpila admitted he sold Aussie investor's shares - Witness The Colombo High Court heard a witness today July 24 asserting that MP Udaya Gammanpila had sold all the shares of a com...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields stable",10/29/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.55/60 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields were stable, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.55/60 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields were stable, dealers said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks gain for second session; ends month in green ,7/30/2022,Markets,"Investors eye on LIOC, plantation shares","Sri Lanka stocks gain for second session; ends month in green  Investors eye on LIOC, plantation shares",negative,-1 Sri Lanka CB to set up mobile app for remittances,10/8/2021,Banking,SL-Remit to make it cheaper,Sri Lanka CB to set up mobile app for remittances SL-Remit to make it cheaper,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yield lower",10/14/2019,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker 180.95/181.10 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields were sli...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yield lower Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker 180.95/181.10 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields were sli...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise by 5 to 29, 383 new Covid-19 cases",11/5/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's Coronavirus deaths rose to 29 with 5 new patients reported dead including several at home on November 05 inc...,"Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise by 5 to 29, 383 new Covid-19 cases Sri Lanka's Coronavirus deaths rose to 29 with 5 new patients reported dead including several at home on November 05 inc...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka New Employment Bill will include transgender workers' rights: Minister,1/2/2024,Employment,"The new employment bill, expected to be ready by next month, will ensure that discrimination would not continue","Sri Lanka New Employment Bill will include transgender workers' rights: Minister The new employment bill, expected to be ready by next month, will ensure that discrimination would not continue",negative,-1 Residents of areas without Coronavirus curfew should try to stay at home: Sri Lanka Chief Epidemiolo...,11/8/2020,Health,Residents of areas where there is no Coronavirus curfew should stay at home as much as possible in the near future as th...,Residents of areas without Coronavirus curfew should try to stay at home: Sri Lanka Chief Epidemiolo... Residents of areas where there is no Coronavirus curfew should stay at home as much as possible in the near future as th...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks recover at open,3/11/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka's stocks recovered after opening on Wednesday with the benchmark All Share Price Index gaining 1.3 percent in ...,Sri Lanka stocks recover at open Sri Lanka's stocks recovered after opening on Wednesday with the benchmark All Share Price Index gaining 1.3 percent in ...,positive,1 Smaller parties in governing alliance meet at Weerawansha’s house,2/11/2021,Politics,The leaders of a number of smaller parties allied to the ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) are meeting at Indust...,Smaller parties in governing alliance meet at Weerawansha’s house The leaders of a number of smaller parties allied to the ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) are meeting at Indust...,positive,1 Sri Lanka's Stock Exchange's close delayed due to technical fault,2/9/2022,Markets,Sri Lanka's CSE close delayed by 9 minutes due to technical glitch ,Sri Lanka's Stock Exchange's close delayed due to technical fault Sri Lanka's CSE close delayed by 9 minutes due to technical glitch ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to relax import restrictions on 300 more items: state minister,7/12/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka has been gradually easing import restrictions imposed on a host of items.,Sri Lanka to relax import restrictions on 300 more items: state minister Sri Lanka has been gradually easing import restrictions imposed on a host of items.,positive,1 Sri Lanka to start cooking gas distribution from May 19 - Litro chairman,5/18/2022,Energy,People have started street protests demanding cooking gas from the government.,Sri Lanka to start cooking gas distribution from May 19 - Litro chairman People have started street protests demanding cooking gas from the government.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka business magnate Dhammika Perera leaves director boards; speculation rife,6/10/2022,Business,Perera's resignation comes amid mounting speculation that he is set to enter parliament via the SLPP national list.,Sri Lanka business magnate Dhammika Perera leaves director boards; speculation rife Perera's resignation comes amid mounting speculation that he is set to enter parliament via the SLPP national list.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to launch project to make food safer,3/11/2020,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka is about to launch a project to make food produced locally safer and meet international standards.,Sri Lanka to launch project to make food safer Sri Lanka is about to launch a project to make food produced locally safer and meet international standards.,positive,1 Sri Lanka opposition MP claims police tapped encrypted WhatsApp call,10/21/2021,Politics,“These calls were on taken on WhatsApp. These calls are supposed to be end-to-end encrypted. It is transmitted as data...,Sri Lanka opposition MP claims police tapped encrypted WhatsApp call “These calls were on taken on WhatsApp. These calls are supposed to be end-to-end encrypted. It is transmitted as data...,negative,-1 Nothing will weaken anti-drugs campaign - President,5/3/2019,Politics,"No challenge, no matter how great, would stand in the way of his campaign against drugs, President Maithripala Sirisena ...","Nothing will weaken anti-drugs campaign - President No challenge, no matter how great, would stand in the way of his campaign against drugs, President Maithripala Sirisena ...",positive,1 Sri Lanka foreign minister briefs diplomats ahead of tough UNHRC session,1/28/2022,Courts,"Sri Lanka likely to face strong criticism over its human rights situation, diplomats say ","Sri Lanka foreign minister briefs diplomats ahead of tough UNHRC session Sri Lanka likely to face strong criticism over its human rights situation, diplomats say ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Hunas Falls to invest US$12mn to refurbish hotel,8/20/2023,Business,Company also has operations in renewable energy and tea,Sri Lanka's Hunas Falls to invest US$12mn to refurbish hotel Company also has operations in renewable energy and tea,negative,-1 "Vietnam breaks Covid-19 treatment limits, experimental Molnupiravir at home, Remdesivir in hospital",9/5/2021,Health,"Antiviral drug, corticosteroids and anti-coagulants to be used if arterial blood drops","Vietnam breaks Covid-19 treatment limits, experimental Molnupiravir at home, Remdesivir in hospital Antiviral drug, corticosteroids and anti-coagulants to be used if arterial blood drops",negative,-1 Why the Sri Lanka rupee is depreciating creating currency crises: Bellwether,11/9/2021,Bellwether,A Bellwether FAQ on the dangerous lack of note-issue banking know-how,Why the Sri Lanka rupee is depreciating creating currency crises: Bellwether A Bellwether FAQ on the dangerous lack of note-issue banking know-how,negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond yields down in mid-day trade,5/12/2023,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields down,Sri Lanka bond yields down in mid-day trade Bond yields down,negative,-1 E-ticketing system will minimise SLTB losses: Sri Lanka minister,11/30/2023,Transport,Steps are underway to digitalize functions of the Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB),E-ticketing system will minimise SLTB losses: Sri Lanka minister Steps are underway to digitalize functions of the Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB),negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly weaker; bond yields ease,2/5/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 177.20/50 Monday soon after opening, slightly weaker from Friday's close, while bond yie...","Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly weaker; bond yields ease Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 177.20/50 Monday soon after opening, slightly weaker from Friday's close, while bond yie...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka shares gain over 2-pct on positive sentiments,2/16/2023,Markets,"ASPI gained 2.49 percent or 214.47 points to 8,843.05","Sri Lanka shares gain over 2-pct on positive sentiments ASPI gained 2.49 percent or 214.47 points to 8,843.05",negative,-1 "Crisis management roadmap for MP input on the way, Sri Lanka PM tells key MPs",6/16/2022,Economy,"By Thursday (16) afternoon, transport has been all but crippled.","Crisis management roadmap for MP input on the way, Sri Lanka PM tells key MPs By Thursday (16) afternoon, transport has been all but crippled.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka gets Rs8.7bn Saudi funding for new med school,4/17/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka will get a concessionary loan of 50 million US dollars (8.7 billion rupees) from Saudi Arabia to set up a full...,Sri Lanka gets Rs8.7bn Saudi funding for new med school Sri Lanka will get a concessionary loan of 50 million US dollars (8.7 billion rupees) from Saudi Arabia to set up a full...,negative,-1 AG wants probes into Lasantha murder and 4 other cases expedited,8/15/2019,Uncategorized,The Attorney General Dappula de Livera has asked the Police to take “serious note” in respect of five “emblematicâ...,AG wants probes into Lasantha murder and 4 other cases expedited The Attorney General Dappula de Livera has asked the Police to take “serious note” in respect of five “emblematicâ...,negative,-1 "Defaulted Sri Lanka looking to 'guarantee' unrecognized truck, bus LCs",8/22/2023,Economy,Vehicle importers complain that import LCs are not recognized internationally,"Defaulted Sri Lanka looking to 'guarantee' unrecognized truck, bus LCs Vehicle importers complain that import LCs are not recognized internationally",negative,-1 What Sri Lanka's Court of Appeal order means,12/3/2018,Political News,The Court of Appeal order restraining Mahinda Rajapaksa and his purported ministers of holding public office has effecti...,What Sri Lanka's Court of Appeal order means The Court of Appeal order restraining Mahinda Rajapaksa and his purported ministers of holding public office has effecti...,negative,-1 German travel vlogger in Sri Lanka mulls leaving as money printing creates blackouts,3/14/2022,Business,Money printed to create a production economy has created a currency crisis in the island,German travel vlogger in Sri Lanka mulls leaving as money printing creates blackouts Money printed to create a production economy has created a currency crisis in the island,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stocks close down, mixed sentiments",12/27/2023,Markets,Turnover was at 1 billion,"Sri Lanka stocks close down, mixed sentiments Turnover was at 1 billion",negative,-1 Crisis-hit Sri Lanka's lower reserves threaten imports - Cabinet Spokesman,12/6/2022,Debt Restructuring,Sri Lanka struggles to raise dollars to boost foreign reserves ,Crisis-hit Sri Lanka's lower reserves threaten imports - Cabinet Spokesman Sri Lanka struggles to raise dollars to boost foreign reserves ,negative,-1 India’s official invitation for Sri Lanka’s Marxists seen positive amid political concerns,2/7/2024,Corruption,JVP has opposed many Indian projects strongly in the past,India’s official invitation for Sri Lanka’s Marxists seen positive amid political concerns JVP has opposed many Indian projects strongly in the past,positive,1 Sri Lanka to administer COVID-19 booster shot to over-60s from Wed (17),11/16/2021,Uncategorized,Health officials had initially decided to give the booster shot to 60-year-olds six months after the second jab.,Sri Lanka to administer COVID-19 booster shot to over-60s from Wed (17) Health officials had initially decided to give the booster shot to 60-year-olds six months after the second jab.,negative,-1 TISL wants action against politicos using SLAF helicopters,11/12/2019,PresPoll2020,Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) yesterday (11) called on the Elections Commission (EC) to take appropriate a...,TISL wants action against politicos using SLAF helicopters Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) yesterday (11) called on the Elections Commission (EC) to take appropriate a...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka exports up 2.5-pct in February, EU shipments surge in 2021",3/23/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka exports grew 2.5 percent from a year earlier to 993.7 million US dollars in February 2020, with shipment to t...","Sri Lanka exports up 2.5-pct in February, EU shipments surge in 2021 Sri Lanka exports grew 2.5 percent from a year earlier to 993.7 million US dollars in February 2020, with shipment to t...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka to change power regulator, Ceylon Electricity Board laws",11/25/2020,Energy,The governing law of the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) country's power regulator and state-run Ceylon...,"Sri Lanka to change power regulator, Ceylon Electricity Board laws The governing law of the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) country's power regulator and state-run Ceylon...",positive,1 Washington legalizes human composting to cut carbon emissions,5/22/2019,International news,Washington on Tuesday became the first US stae to legalize human composting after its eco-friendly governor signed a bil...,Washington legalizes human composting to cut carbon emissions Washington on Tuesday became the first US stae to legalize human composting after its eco-friendly governor signed a bil...,positive,1 Wuhan students will return tomorrow morning - Officials,1/31/2020,Health,"The 33 Sri Lankan students currently living in Wuhan, the epicentre of the Novel Coronavirus outbreak, are expected to r...","Wuhan students will return tomorrow morning - Officials The 33 Sri Lankan students currently living in Wuhan, the epicentre of the Novel Coronavirus outbreak, are expected to r...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka, Iran Presidents inaugurate Uma Oya hydro-electric project",4/24/2024,Economy, Th irrigation and hydropower project was designed and built by Iran's Farab engineering group.,"Sri Lanka, Iran Presidents inaugurate Uma Oya hydro-electric project Th irrigation and hydropower project was designed and built by Iran's Farab engineering group.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka coconut price gain 6-pct in Jan first week,1/8/2023,Commodities,"The highest price was 88,800 rupees for 1,000 nuts up from the previous week’s 86,100 rupees","Sri Lanka coconut price gain 6-pct in Jan first week The highest price was 88,800 rupees for 1,000 nuts up from the previous week’s 86,100 rupees",negative,-1 President acts on proposals made by the Muslim community,6/5/2019,Politics,"President Maithripala Sirisena is acting on three urgent proposals made by Muslim Civil Society, leaders in the communi...","President acts on proposals made by the Muslim community President Maithripala Sirisena is acting on three urgent proposals made by Muslim Civil Society, leaders in the communi...",positive,1 Sri Lanka ex-PM who failed to privatize SriLankan Airlines brings up sale idea in opposition,5/1/2022,Aviation,He said this organization is making losses and needs to be sold,Sri Lanka ex-PM who failed to privatize SriLankan Airlines brings up sale idea in opposition He said this organization is making losses and needs to be sold,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka awards import 50,000MT fertilizer to Singapore firms",8/14/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka Fertilizer Company and Colombo Commercial Company has been cleared by the cabinet of minister to to import 50,...","Sri Lanka awards import 50,000MT fertilizer to Singapore firms Sri Lanka Fertilizer Company and Colombo Commercial Company has been cleared by the cabinet of minister to to import 50,...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, stocks up 1.84-pct on JKH",11/28/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 180.60/70 to the US dollar on Thursday, while gilt yields remained steady and sto...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, stocks up 1.84-pct on JKH Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 180.60/70 to the US dollar on Thursday, while gilt yields remained steady and sto...",negative,-1 History of Sri Lanka paper money in National Trust lecture by Kavan Ratnatunga,6/26/2019,Economy,The history of paper money in Sri Lanka will be the focus of a lecture by The National Trust this month ranging from the...,History of Sri Lanka paper money in National Trust lecture by Kavan Ratnatunga The history of paper money in Sri Lanka will be the focus of a lecture by The National Trust this month ranging from the...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka protestors come on state TV, Rupavahini, ITN suspend programs",7/13/2022,Politics,.,"Sri Lanka protestors come on state TV, Rupavahini, ITN suspend programs .",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee opens at 305.20/50 against the US dollar, bond yields unchanged",5/23/2023,Bonds & Forex,"A bond maturing on 01.09.2027 opened at 26.40/60 percent unchanged from 26.40/60 percent, at Monday's close.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 305.20/50 against the US dollar, bond yields unchanged A bond maturing on 01.09.2027 opened at 26.40/60 percent unchanged from 26.40/60 percent, at Monday's close.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka President appoints cabinet ministers, state ministers",8/12/2020,Political News,"Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa appointed a 25 member cabinet, state ministers after an overwhelming majority und...","Sri Lanka President appoints cabinet ministers, state ministers Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa appointed a 25 member cabinet, state ministers after an overwhelming majority und...",positive,1 Asian markets mostly down as global outlook tempers sentiment,4/25/2019,International news,"Asian markets stuttered Thursday after New York equities retreated from record highs, with weak economic data around the...","Asian markets mostly down as global outlook tempers sentiment Asian markets stuttered Thursday after New York equities retreated from record highs, with weak economic data around the...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka drug manufacturers welcome pharma state ministry,8/13/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's pharmaceuticals manufacturers have welcomed the appointment of a minister for the sector, saying they now ac...","Sri Lanka drug manufacturers welcome pharma state ministry Sri Lanka's pharmaceuticals manufacturers have welcomed the appointment of a minister for the sector, saying they now ac...",positive,1 Trump stumbles over names of Indian cricket greats,2/25/2020,Culture, US President Donald Trump gave a special mention to cricket greats Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli during a visit to I...,Trump stumbles over names of Indian cricket greats US President Donald Trump gave a special mention to cricket greats Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli during a visit to I...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields marginally up",10/22/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.55/65 to the US dollar on Tuesday gaining fifteen cents, while bond yields we...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields marginally up Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.55/65 to the US dollar on Tuesday gaining fifteen cents, while bond yields we...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka starts second e-auction for tea in Colombo,4/16/2020,Commodities,Sri Lanka's Colombo Tea Auction is staring another e-auction on Thursday combining volumes of two auctions together amid...,Sri Lanka starts second e-auction for tea in Colombo Sri Lanka's Colombo Tea Auction is staring another e-auction on Thursday combining volumes of two auctions together amid...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka UGC wants to boost number of IT-related degrees,12/2/2023,Education,Sri Lanka has been producing more Art graduates than technology-led grads ,Sri Lanka UGC wants to boost number of IT-related degrees Sri Lanka has been producing more Art graduates than technology-led grads ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Windforce starts 10MW 'agrovoltaic' solar farm,10/12/2022,Energy,Firm also building a 15MW wind farm in Mannar,Sri Lanka's Windforce starts 10MW 'agrovoltaic' solar farm Firm also building a 15MW wind farm in Mannar,negative,-1 SriLankan Airlines to stop outbound passenger flights from April 08,4/1/2020,Aviation,"State-run SriLankan Airlines said it will stop flying passenger flights from April 08 to April 21, due to restrictions i...","SriLankan Airlines to stop outbound passenger flights from April 08 State-run SriLankan Airlines said it will stop flying passenger flights from April 08 to April 21, due to restrictions i...",negative,-1 Only 6% of the Kalpitiya Bar Reef is currently alive - UNDP,8/2/2019,Uncategorized,"Not a lot was known about the Bar Reef in Kalpitiya until recently. However, before we learned its value, we had nearly ...","Only 6% of the Kalpitiya Bar Reef is currently alive - UNDP Not a lot was known about the Bar Reef in Kalpitiya until recently. However, before we learned its value, we had nearly ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka central bank injects cash overnight, term, and outright",8/21/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank has injected 2.76 billion rupees in permanent money and is lending new money to the banking sys...,"Sri Lanka central bank injects cash overnight, term, and outright Sri Lanka's central bank has injected 2.76 billion rupees in permanent money and is lending new money to the banking sys...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka businesses urged to lower prices after tax cut by President,12/17/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's businesses should cut retail prices, after taxes were slashed, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has said, as pri...","Sri Lanka businesses urged to lower prices after tax cut by President Sri Lanka's businesses should cut retail prices, after taxes were slashed, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has said, as pri...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka shares gain over 2-pct in mid-day trade,8/4/2022,Markets,ASPI up 163.10 points,Sri Lanka shares gain over 2-pct in mid-day trade ASPI up 163.10 points,negative,-1 Row as China embassy invites Sri Lanka lawmakers to Colombo Port City,4/22/2021,Political News,Questions were raised in Sri Lanka's parliament how China's embassy invited them to a 'study tour' of Colombo Port City ...,Row as China embassy invites Sri Lanka lawmakers to Colombo Port City Questions were raised in Sri Lanka's parliament how China's embassy invited them to a 'study tour' of Colombo Port City ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Ceyline group to buy bulk carrier,11/6/2019,Logistics,"Ceyline Holdings, a diversified Sri Lankan maritime business group, plans to get into ship owning with the acquisition o...","Sri Lanka's Ceyline group to buy bulk carrier Ceyline Holdings, a diversified Sri Lankan maritime business group, plans to get into ship owning with the acquisition o...",positive,1 Sri Lanka's economic crisis forces public sector to let saree go as office attire,9/23/2022,Economy,"""Wearing a saree reduces productivity because we have to wear appropriate accessories such as heels""","Sri Lanka's economic crisis forces public sector to let saree go as office attire ""Wearing a saree reduces productivity because we have to wear appropriate accessories such as heels""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka gets 10 applications for casinos: Minister,1/11/2024,Economy,"Denies two licenses issued, including for Lotus Tower","Sri Lanka gets 10 applications for casinos: Minister Denies two licenses issued, including for Lotus Tower",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to improve irrigation, preserve watersheds with $69mn World Bank credit",4/22/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka has inked a deal to borrow 69.53 million US dollars from the World Bank to improve dams and irrigation schemes...,"Sri Lanka to improve irrigation, preserve watersheds with $69mn World Bank credit Sri Lanka has inked a deal to borrow 69.53 million US dollars from the World Bank to improve dams and irrigation schemes...",negative,-1 Conditional permission granted for state-run schools to re-open,8/19/2020,Education,The government has granted conditional permission for schools throughout the country to re-open even if they have more t...,Conditional permission granted for state-run schools to re-open The government has granted conditional permission for schools throughout the country to re-open even if they have more t...,negative,-1 Inquiry into Matara Covid incident proceeding as contacts are quarantined - officials,9/25/2020,Health,The inquiry as to how members of a Russian Aircrew had been sent to a hotel which was not a designated quarantine centre...,Inquiry into Matara Covid incident proceeding as contacts are quarantined - officials The inquiry as to how members of a Russian Aircrew had been sent to a hotel which was not a designated quarantine centre...,negative,-1 UNP questions Gota's candidacy given ongoing court cases,8/20/2019,Uncategorized,"Questioning the suitability of former Defence Ministry Secretary Gotabaya Rajapaksa to run for president, the United Nat...","UNP questions Gota's candidacy given ongoing court cases Questioning the suitability of former Defence Ministry Secretary Gotabaya Rajapaksa to run for president, the United Nat...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee closes at 322.45/60 to the US dollar,1/4/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 322.45/60 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly stable.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 322.45/60 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 322.45/60 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly stable.",positive,1 Did pushing aside Serum Institute's local agent cause a vaccination delay in Sri Lanka?,6/22/2021,Health,"The delay could’ve contributed to the current shortage of some 600,000 second doses of the vaccine, the law firm said.","Did pushing aside Serum Institute's local agent cause a vaccination delay in Sri Lanka? The delay could’ve contributed to the current shortage of some 600,000 second doses of the vaccine, the law firm said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka will change Colombo Port City law as suggested by Supreme Court: Minister,5/18/2021,Parliament,Changes to be made during Committee Stage of the debate,Sri Lanka will change Colombo Port City law as suggested by Supreme Court: Minister Changes to be made during Committee Stage of the debate,negative,-1 Sri Lanka taken off FATF grey list: Central Bank,10/22/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka has The Financial Action Task Force (FATF), a a global anti-money laundering body has taken the island off its...","Sri Lanka taken off FATF grey list: Central Bank Sri Lanka has The Financial Action Task Force (FATF), a a global anti-money laundering body has taken the island off its...",negative,-1 Business chambers didn't stand with Muslim SMEs - Rishad,8/2/2019,Business,Sri Lankan business chambers have failed to stand together with Muslim owned small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in diff...,Business chambers didn't stand with Muslim SMEs - Rishad Sri Lankan business chambers have failed to stand together with Muslim owned small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in diff...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka imports collapse 30-pct in March 2020,6/1/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's imports collapsed 30 percent to 1.2 billion US dollars March 2020 amid a Coronavirus crisis, with oil prices...","Sri Lanka imports collapse 30-pct in March 2020 Sri Lanka's imports collapsed 30 percent to 1.2 billion US dollars March 2020 amid a Coronavirus crisis, with oil prices...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna fills vacancy left by murdered legislator,5/19/2022,Politics,An extraordinary gazette issued on Samarawickrama's appointment on Wednesday (18).,Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna fills vacancy left by murdered legislator An extraordinary gazette issued on Samarawickrama's appointment on Wednesday (18).,negative,-1 Sri Lanka emergency rule not the answer to desperate situation: Bar Association,5/7/2022,Political News,Protests reflect the desperate situation of people seeking to secure the most basic essentials in life,Sri Lanka emergency rule not the answer to desperate situation: Bar Association Protests reflect the desperate situation of people seeking to secure the most basic essentials in life,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka, Japan sign agreement on low carbon growth partnership",10/10/2022,Environment,The agreement was signed on Monday October 1,"Sri Lanka, Japan sign agreement on low carbon growth partnership The agreement was signed on Monday October 1",positive,1 Sri Lanka's Perpetual linked W M Mendis to re-start alcohol production: report,7/5/2021,Economy,Owes billions in taxes to IRD and Excise Dept,Sri Lanka's Perpetual linked W M Mendis to re-start alcohol production: report Owes billions in taxes to IRD and Excise Dept,negative,-1 Sri Lanka police say sorry to woman they included in a list of quarantine avoiders,3/24/2020,Law and Order,The police department is apologizing to a woman whose photograph appeared in a list released by the authorities on Monda...,Sri Lanka police say sorry to woman they included in a list of quarantine avoiders The police department is apologizing to a woman whose photograph appeared in a list released by the authorities on Monda...,negative,-1 COVID 19 patients rise to 916,5/14/2020,Health,The total number of COVID 19 patients in the country since the outbreak has now risen to 916 with the addition of 26 pat...,COVID 19 patients rise to 916 The total number of COVID 19 patients in the country since the outbreak has now risen to 916 with the addition of 26 pat...,negative,-1 Over 100 arrested in Sri Lanka for hoarding amid long fuel queues,5/25/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka sees a growing black market for fuel amid acute shortage ,Over 100 arrested in Sri Lanka for hoarding amid long fuel queues Sri Lanka sees a growing black market for fuel amid acute shortage ,negative,-1 US stocks gain on expectations of more Fed rate cuts; London falls,10/4/2019,International news,Wall Street stocks snapped a two-day skid Thursday on expectations that a weakening US economy will prompt more forceful...,US stocks gain on expectations of more Fed rate cuts; London falls Wall Street stocks snapped a two-day skid Thursday on expectations that a weakening US economy will prompt more forceful...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker at 300.50/301.00 to US dollar,5/14/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Bond yields were down, dealers said. ","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker at 300.50/301.00 to US dollar Bond yields were down, dealers said. ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to get another bumper main rice harvest in 2024 from El Niño?,8/21/2023,Agriculture,About 30 percent of the country's rainfall comes from the inter monsoonal rains from around October,Sri Lanka to get another bumper main rice harvest in 2024 from El Niño? About 30 percent of the country's rainfall comes from the inter monsoonal rains from around October,negative,-1 Sri Lanka govt waits for LD approval to establish Chartered Institute for Journalists: Minister,4/11/2024,Government services,Plan to set up professional body for journalists was passed in 2021,Sri Lanka govt waits for LD approval to establish Chartered Institute for Journalists: Minister Plan to set up professional body for journalists was passed in 2021,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka chicken prices spike, day-old-chicks soar to new heights",4/20/2021,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's fresh chicken prices have soared as a combination of state controls and Coronavirus impact hit the sector, w...","Sri Lanka chicken prices spike, day-old-chicks soar to new heights Sri Lanka's fresh chicken prices have soared as a combination of state controls and Coronavirus impact hit the sector, w...",positive,1 Sri Lanka will make bullet repayment in sovereign bond in July: President's Secy,6/7/2021,Economy,Foreign debt including private loans had fallen to US$54.8bn from US$49.2bn,Sri Lanka will make bullet repayment in sovereign bond in July: President's Secy Foreign debt including private loans had fallen to US$54.8bn from US$49.2bn,negative,-1 Sri Lanka expands hazardous jobs list for minors following teen domestic aide death,7/26/2021,Legal,The 2016 Education Act extended the age limit for compulsory to education to 16.,Sri Lanka expands hazardous jobs list for minors following teen domestic aide death The 2016 Education Act extended the age limit for compulsory to education to 16.,negative,-1 Ruwan Wijewardene says UNP will “join hands” with the SJB,8/19/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,Deputy Secretary-General of United National Party (UNP) Ruwan Wijewardene says his party hopes to join hands and work wi...,Ruwan Wijewardene says UNP will “join hands” with the SJB Deputy Secretary-General of United National Party (UNP) Ruwan Wijewardene says his party hopes to join hands and work wi...,negative,-1 Telcos pull Sri Lanka stocks down,8/8/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.19 percent lower on Thursday after a rally on Wednesday, with Commercial Bank and telcos pul...","Telcos pull Sri Lanka stocks down Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.19 percent lower on Thursday after a rally on Wednesday, with Commercial Bank and telcos pul...",negative,-1 Amith Weerasinghe further remanded,5/28/2019,Uncategorized,A magistrate has refused bail for Sinhala Right-Wing activist Amith Weerasinghe,Amith Weerasinghe further remanded A magistrate has refused bail for Sinhala Right-Wing activist Amith Weerasinghe,negative,-1 Sri Lanka identifies 5000 acres for sea cucumber cultivation,6/21/2022,Business,100 acres to be released to farmers,Sri Lanka identifies 5000 acres for sea cucumber cultivation 100 acres to be released to farmers,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to ramp up weekend fuel deliveries after petrol price cut,6/2/2023,Economy,CPC and CPSTL have not been operating on Sundays and public holidays in the last 4 months,Sri Lanka to ramp up weekend fuel deliveries after petrol price cut CPC and CPSTL have not been operating on Sundays and public holidays in the last 4 months,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks close higher,9/24/2020,Markets,"ri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.68 per cent higher on Thursday, pushed by Ceylinco Insurance PLC, Bukit Darah PLC and Disti...","Sri Lanka stocks close higher ri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.68 per cent higher on Thursday, pushed by Ceylinco Insurance PLC, Bukit Darah PLC and Disti...",negative,-1 "Europe, New York start emerging from lockdown as fresh cases hit China, Korea",5/12/2020,International news,"Swathes of Europe as well as New York began the long process of reopening from coronavirus lockdowns on Monday, but a re...","Europe, New York start emerging from lockdown as fresh cases hit China, Korea Swathes of Europe as well as New York began the long process of reopening from coronavirus lockdowns on Monday, but a re...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s stock index retreats after hitting record on technical glitch amid high turnover,8/30/2021,Markets,"CSE clocked record high throughout last week with the main index breaching 9,000 benchmark. ","Sri Lanka’s stock index retreats after hitting record on technical glitch amid high turnover CSE clocked record high throughout last week with the main index breaching 9,000 benchmark. ",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka meets 92 pct of its sanitary napkin demand domestically, tax-free: official",3/12/2024,Economy,"""The total of these three comes up to 22.5 percent. There is no 40 percent tax as claimed.""","Sri Lanka meets 92 pct of its sanitary napkin demand domestically, tax-free: official ""The total of these three comes up to 22.5 percent. There is no 40 percent tax as claimed.""",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka forex reserves rise to US$3,550mn after IMF SDR flow",9/11/2021,Economy,Reserves climb US$744.8mn ,"Sri Lanka forex reserves rise to US$3,550mn after IMF SDR flow Reserves climb US$744.8mn ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka university students block p'ment road in protest of defence uni bill,8/3/2021,Education,The protestors claimed the bill is threatening free education in Sri Lanka,Sri Lanka university students block p'ment road in protest of defence uni bill The protestors claimed the bill is threatening free education in Sri Lanka,negative,-1 Sri Lanka CB sees private sector credit growth at 14-pct by end 2021,10/15/2021,Economy,We have seen a substantial increase in the private sector credit,Sri Lanka CB sees private sector credit growth at 14-pct by end 2021 We have seen a substantial increase in the private sector credit,positive,1 Sri Lanka'S CEB losses down in September 2021 amid rains,11/17/2021,Energy,Group bottom line in the black,Sri Lanka'S CEB losses down in September 2021 amid rains Group bottom line in the black,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka apparel exporters boost supply chain transparency, lifts ethical branding",8/15/2021,Apparel,The industry association has revamped its website and logo recently ,"Sri Lanka apparel exporters boost supply chain transparency, lifts ethical branding The industry association has revamped its website and logo recently ",positive,1 HSBC Sri Lanka sees surge in digital transactions amid Coronavirus,3/2/2021,Banking,HSBC Sri Lanka said there was a 117 percent growth in fund transfers over its digital platforms and 75 percent of custom...,HSBC Sri Lanka sees surge in digital transactions amid Coronavirus HSBC Sri Lanka said there was a 117 percent growth in fund transfers over its digital platforms and 75 percent of custom...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka overnight money markets dry up as soft-peg drives up counterparty risks,7/20/2022,Bonds & Forex,"Overnight clean money volumes down to zero, sporadic repo activity","Sri Lanka overnight money markets dry up as soft-peg drives up counterparty risks Overnight clean money volumes down to zero, sporadic repo activity",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks end higher as Asian markets rebound,3/2/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stock closed 0.38 percent higher on Monday, pushed up by John Keells Holdings, Distilleries Company of Sri Lan...","Sri Lanka stocks end higher as Asian markets rebound Sri Lanka stock closed 0.38 percent higher on Monday, pushed up by John Keells Holdings, Distilleries Company of Sri Lan...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka arrests foreign ATM hackers, police accomplice: report",1/10/2023,Legal,Befriended policeman at a gym,"Sri Lanka arrests foreign ATM hackers, police accomplice: report Befriended policeman at a gym",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's bill for new monetary law analyzed by W A Wijewardena,5/6/2023,Economy,"The book contains a series of lectures made by the author, over the years. ","Sri Lanka's bill for new monetary law analyzed by W A Wijewardena The book contains a series of lectures made by the author, over the years. ",positive,1 I am committed to a political solution to the National issue - Ranil,7/16/2019,Politics,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe says that the country is close to reaching a political solution to the National issu...,I am committed to a political solution to the National issue - Ranil Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe says that the country is close to reaching a political solution to the National issu...,negative,-1 Global stocks rise on US-China trade deal hopes,4/4/2019,International news,"Global stock markets rose Wednesday on optimism over US-China trade talks, while the pound gained on the dollar amid hop...","Global stocks rise on US-China trade deal hopes Global stock markets rose Wednesday on optimism over US-China trade talks, while the pound gained on the dollar amid hop...",positive,1 Sri Lanka stocks close 0.33-pct higher,10/7/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.33 percent higher on Monday, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.33-pct higher Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.33 percent higher on Monday, provisional data showed.",negative,-1 Opposition questions the import of Antigen tests for Covid “without due process”,11/11/2020,Health,Opposition politicians are accusing the government of permitting the import of Rapid Antigen test kits to Sri Lanka with...,Opposition questions the import of Antigen tests for Covid “without due process” Opposition politicians are accusing the government of permitting the import of Rapid Antigen test kits to Sri Lanka with...,negative,-1 "Thai Airways, Maldivian to resume Sri Lanka flights from April",3/22/2024,Aviation,The Maldivian will start twice weekly flights from April 25,"Thai Airways, Maldivian to resume Sri Lanka flights from April The Maldivian will start twice weekly flights from April 25",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Jat Holdings closes below IPO price as inflation bites building material firms,8/13/2021,Economy,Several building material firms have shown weaker results amid rising costs and a lockdown,Sri Lanka's Jat Holdings closes below IPO price as inflation bites building material firms Several building material firms have shown weaker results amid rising costs and a lockdown,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to probe shooting involving excise officers,8/8/2023,Legal,Four persons in a van had shot at another vehicle,Sri Lanka to probe shooting involving excise officers Four persons in a van had shot at another vehicle,negative,-1 Rishad requests President to probe Easter attacks and Wilpattu allegations,12/6/2019,Politics,MP Rishad Bathiudeen has written to President Rajapaksa calling for separate presidential commissions to probe the Easte...,Rishad requests President to probe Easter attacks and Wilpattu allegations MP Rishad Bathiudeen has written to President Rajapaksa calling for separate presidential commissions to probe the Easte...,negative,-1 Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka to buy Heineken beer,11/17/2023,Business,Heineken brands to be produced by Distilleries,Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka to buy Heineken beer Heineken brands to be produced by Distilleries,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Expolanka USA unit settles case for US$6.75mn,9/23/2019,Aviation,"Sri Lanka's Expolanka Holdings Plc, a freight forwarder with an international network said it had settle a case filed by...","Sri Lanka's Expolanka USA unit settles case for US$6.75mn Sri Lanka's Expolanka Holdings Plc, a freight forwarder with an international network said it had settle a case filed by...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka destroys nearly 800 kilos of cocaine,4/2/2019,Legal,"Sri Lankan police on Monday destroyed nearly 800 kilos (1,280 pounds) of cocaine in the presence of President Maithripal...","Sri Lanka destroys nearly 800 kilos of cocaine Sri Lankan police on Monday destroyed nearly 800 kilos (1,280 pounds) of cocaine in the presence of President Maithripal...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stocks gain 0.05-pct, buying on CTC",4/18/2019,Markets,"Stocks at Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange closed 0.05 percent higher on Thursday, with buying on tobacco stock, provi...","Sri Lanka stocks gain 0.05-pct, buying on CTC Stocks at Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange closed 0.05 percent higher on Thursday, with buying on tobacco stock, provi...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to invite investors to build multi-storey PPP car parks in Colombo, key towns",10/13/2020,Business,Sri Lanka will call invite private investors to build multi-storey car parks as public private partnerships with the Urb...,"Sri Lanka to invite investors to build multi-storey PPP car parks in Colombo, key towns Sri Lanka will call invite private investors to build multi-storey car parks as public private partnerships with the Urb...",positive,1 Sri Lanka stock index touches new peak amid concerns over currency,12/14/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.15 percent to close at a new all time high on Tuesday,Sri Lanka stock index touches new peak amid concerns over currency Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.15 percent to close at a new all time high on Tuesday,positive,1 Sri Lanka trying to pay state salary hike from Jan with tax collections,11/26/2023,Economy,.,Sri Lanka trying to pay state salary hike from Jan with tax collections .,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank finds buyers for undersubscribed rights,6/28/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Sampath Bank said it had found buyers for the unsold 25.47 million shares of its...,Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank finds buyers for undersubscribed rights ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Sampath Bank said it had found buyers for the unsold 25.47 million shares of its...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Ceylon Electricity Board to raise Rs20bn from listed bonds,4/1/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board has been cleared to sell up to 20 billion rupees of publicly trade 5-year...,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Electricity Board to raise Rs20bn from listed bonds Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board has been cleared to sell up to 20 billion rupees of publicly trade 5-year...,negative,-1 Business-friendly AKD pledges coexistence of state and private sectors,11/7/2019,PresPoll2020,"Preisdential hopeful Anura Kumara Dissanayake said today that under his presidency, state and private sectors will coexi...","Business-friendly AKD pledges coexistence of state and private sectors Preisdential hopeful Anura Kumara Dissanayake said today that under his presidency, state and private sectors will coexi...",positive,1 Police actions against peaceful protestors in Colombo condemned,6/10/2020,Free Speech,There is a chorus of condemnation of the way Police yesterday broke up and arrested activists protesting against racial ...,Police actions against peaceful protestors in Colombo condemned There is a chorus of condemnation of the way Police yesterday broke up and arrested activists protesting against racial ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka parliament nod to remove tender process in power projects amid protests,6/9/2022,Uncategorized,CEB trade unions were forced to call off their strike after president declared electricity supply as essential service.,Sri Lanka parliament nod to remove tender process in power projects amid protests CEB trade unions were forced to call off their strike after president declared electricity supply as essential service.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's national inflation accelerates to 6.2-pct in Dec,1/23/2020,Economy,National inflation in Sri Lanka for the 12-months to December 2019 accelerated to 6.2 percent from 4.1 percent in Novemb...,Sri Lanka's national inflation accelerates to 6.2-pct in Dec National inflation in Sri Lanka for the 12-months to December 2019 accelerated to 6.2 percent from 4.1 percent in Novemb...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka president says economic recovery, law & order priorities for 2023",2/18/2023,Politics,The statement is a likely indication that the local government elections scheduled for March 09 will be postponed.,"Sri Lanka president says economic recovery, law & order priorities for 2023 The statement is a likely indication that the local government elections scheduled for March 09 will be postponed.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka gets Safe Travels Stamp from international tourism body,8/11/2020,Business,Sri Lanka has been endorsed as a destination following approved hygiene and safety protocols by World Travel & Tourism C...,Sri Lanka gets Safe Travels Stamp from international tourism body Sri Lanka has been endorsed as a destination following approved hygiene and safety protocols by World Travel & Tourism C...,positive,1 Sri Lanka tea prices hit record in May amid currency collapse,6/12/2022,Tea,Low grown hits new tea record,Sri Lanka tea prices hit record in May amid currency collapse Low grown hits new tea record,negative,-1 Facebook tightens live-streaming in crackdown on violence,5/15/2019,International news,Facebook announced Wednesday it is tightening access to livestreaming to prevent the rampant sharing of graphic video as...,Facebook tightens live-streaming in crackdown on violence Facebook announced Wednesday it is tightening access to livestreaming to prevent the rampant sharing of graphic video as...,negative,-1 MAS Holdings to develop wearable menstruation tech for Sri Lankan women,4/2/2019,Apparel,"MAS Holdings, an apparel manufacturer, is working on wearable technology to make menstruation more bearable for Sri Lank...","MAS Holdings to develop wearable menstruation tech for Sri Lankan women MAS Holdings, an apparel manufacturer, is working on wearable technology to make menstruation more bearable for Sri Lank...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka immigration on the hunt for Scotswoman who documented protests,8/18/2022,Politics,Immigration officials stated that the police and SSD were on the lookout for Fraser.,Sri Lanka immigration on the hunt for Scotswoman who documented protests Immigration officials stated that the police and SSD were on the lookout for Fraser.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka volunteers take charge in digitally memorialising COVID-19 victims,10/8/2021,Health,"To date, 13,229 lives have been lost to the disease: each of them a unique human being with their own stories.","Sri Lanka volunteers take charge in digitally memorialising COVID-19 victims To date, 13,229 lives have been lost to the disease: each of them a unique human being with their own stories.",positive,1 Sri Lanka cabinet nod for cost-based cooking gas pricing formula,8/9/2022,Economy,The decision will see gas prices revised on the fifth of every month according to the formula.,Sri Lanka cabinet nod for cost-based cooking gas pricing formula The decision will see gas prices revised on the fifth of every month according to the formula.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka central bank halts Rs8 top up for remittances, questions over Rs38",3/9/2022,Economy,The 8 rupee payment has been discontinued,"Sri Lanka central bank halts Rs8 top up for remittances, questions over Rs38 The 8 rupee payment has been discontinued",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to draw up debt management agency law,9/26/2023,Economy,An independent debt management law is a priority reform under an IMF deal,Sri Lanka to draw up debt management agency law An independent debt management law is a priority reform under an IMF deal,positive,1 Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade,8/29/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.12 percent or 13.48 points to 11,156.25","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade All Share Price Index was down 0.12 percent or 13.48 points to 11,156.25",negative,-1 Sri Lanka seeks 5-month extension for Hamilton case suspension,3/4/2024,Economy,Time given till March 2022 for intervenient petitioner for a reply if any,Sri Lanka seeks 5-month extension for Hamilton case suspension Time given till March 2022 for intervenient petitioner for a reply if any,negative,-1 Singapore's Zilingo acquires Sri Lanka's nCinga for US$15.5mn,12/17/2019,Apparel,"Zilingo, a Singapore-based fashion platform, has acquired Sri Lanka's nCinga Innovations for 15.5 million US dollars in ...","Singapore's Zilingo acquires Sri Lanka's nCinga for US$15.5mn Zilingo, a Singapore-based fashion platform, has acquired Sri Lanka's nCinga Innovations for 15.5 million US dollars in ...",positive,1 Police probing skeletal remains found in Pannai in Jaffna,8/20/2020,Courts,Skeletal remains found near a temple in Jaffna are now with the Medical Officer for the forensic medical test and dating...,Police probing skeletal remains found in Pannai in Jaffna Skeletal remains found near a temple in Jaffna are now with the Medical Officer for the forensic medical test and dating...,negative,-1 Trump aides downplay 'order' to US companies to leave China,8/26/2019,International news,"Donald Trump's top aides on Sunday downplayed the idea of US companies being forced to abandon China any time soon, as a...","Trump aides downplay 'order' to US companies to leave China Donald Trump's top aides on Sunday downplayed the idea of US companies being forced to abandon China any time soon, as a...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to pay 02-pct interest premium on Coronavirus forex account,4/9/2020,Health,Sri Lanka will pay an extra 02 percent interest for foreign exchange remitted to the country and kept for 12 months in d...,Sri Lanka to pay 02-pct interest premium on Coronavirus forex account Sri Lanka will pay an extra 02 percent interest for foreign exchange remitted to the country and kept for 12 months in d...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bonds trade flat, stocks down",4/19/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were broadly steady. CSE down,"Sri Lanka bonds trade flat, stocks down Bond yields were broadly steady. CSE down",negative,-1 Attempted stabbing incident: Uber responds,2/13/2020,Consumer Affairs,San Francisco based ride-hailing company Uber is in the news again in Sri Lanka as a social media post recounting an inc...,Attempted stabbing incident: Uber responds San Francisco based ride-hailing company Uber is in the news again in Sri Lanka as a social media post recounting an inc...,negative,-1 Central bank wants lending rates in Sri Lanka to fall 200bp,7/12/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka's banks should lower the average lending rate by 200 basis points to avoid ceilings on lending rates Central B...,Central bank wants lending rates in Sri Lanka to fall 200bp Sri Lanka's banks should lower the average lending rate by 200 basis points to avoid ceilings on lending rates Central B...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka forex reserve rise in March amid negative credit,4/8/2023,Economy,"Sri Lanka's foreign reserves, collected from current inflows are usually loaned the US or similar top-rated borrowers","Sri Lanka forex reserve rise in March amid negative credit Sri Lanka's foreign reserves, collected from current inflows are usually loaned the US or similar top-rated borrowers",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks end 0.41-pct higher,4/7/2021,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.41 percent Wednesday helped by index heavy LOLC Holdings, Melstacorp Plc and Hatton National B...","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.41-pct higher Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.41 percent Wednesday helped by index heavy LOLC Holdings, Melstacorp Plc and Hatton National B...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka power regulator wants early school closure,4/2/2022,Energy,Private bus and school van operators have threatened to stop services if diesel shortages continue,Sri Lanka power regulator wants early school closure Private bus and school van operators have threatened to stop services if diesel shortages continue,negative,-1 Sri Lanka children bearing brunt of heatwave: Minister,5/6/2024,Weather and Climate,"“In the mornings, in the assembly, children faint. They get exposed to the heat,”","Sri Lanka children bearing brunt of heatwave: Minister “In the mornings, in the assembly, children faint. They get exposed to the heat,”",positive,1 "Japan, UN Women support 600 women-led micro enterprises in Sri Lanka",1/24/2024,Economy,"The project supports women-led micro-enterprises in Ampara, Colombo, Moneragala, Mullaitivu and Vavuniya.","Japan, UN Women support 600 women-led micro enterprises in Sri Lanka The project supports women-led micro-enterprises in Ampara, Colombo, Moneragala, Mullaitivu and Vavuniya.",positive,1 "Asian markets swing on tempered trade hopes, weak data",2/28/2019,International news,"Hong Kong, China | AFP | Thursday - Asian markets fluctuated Thursday as optimism over China-US trade talks was tempered...","Asian markets swing on tempered trade hopes, weak data Hong Kong, China | AFP | Thursday - Asian markets fluctuated Thursday as optimism over China-US trade talks was tempered...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to open baby banana export processing factory in Hambantota,9/16/2023,Agriculture,Sri Lanka plans to open a baby banana export processing factory in Hambantota to cater to international banana market,Sri Lanka to open baby banana export processing factory in Hambantota Sri Lanka plans to open a baby banana export processing factory in Hambantota to cater to international banana market,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Treasuries yields ease at auction,1/2/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Treasury bill yields eased at Wednesday's action with the 12-month yield falling 21 basis points to 10.99 pe...,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields ease at auction Sri Lanka's Treasury bill yields eased at Wednesday's action with the 12-month yield falling 21 basis points to 10.99 pe...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to extend maturities, clip coupons of rupee bonds: Minister",6/21/2023,Uncategorized,No bank deposits will be reduced,"Sri Lanka to extend maturities, clip coupons of rupee bonds: Minister No bank deposits will be reduced",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bond Yields ends higher, t-bills steady",12/21/2022,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.16 rupees,"Sri Lanka bond Yields ends higher, t-bills steady Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.16 rupees",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Sunday mass cancelled over fresh attack fears,5/3/2019,Legal,"Sri Lanka's Catholic Church scrapped plans to resume Sunday services following a ""specific threat"" against two religious...","Sri Lanka Sunday mass cancelled over fresh attack fears Sri Lanka's Catholic Church scrapped plans to resume Sunday services following a ""specific threat"" against two religious...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's China-backed Hambantota Port eyes container transshipment,2/14/2024,Logistics,In 2024 we will be looking at container transshipment for which the port is now ready,Sri Lanka's China-backed Hambantota Port eyes container transshipment In 2024 we will be looking at container transshipment for which the port is now ready,positive,1 Sri Lanka bourse slips on rise in fixed asset returns; investors shrug off IMF statement,6/30/2022,Markets,IMF has estimated a sharp contraction in the economic growth this year.,Sri Lanka bourse slips on rise in fixed asset returns; investors shrug off IMF statement IMF has estimated a sharp contraction in the economic growth this year.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka 'patriots' sold out sovereignty, violated constitution on Port City bill: Eran",5/20/2021,Political News,"Original had 8 violations requiring a referendum, 17 a two-thirds majority","Sri Lanka 'patriots' sold out sovereignty, violated constitution on Port City bill: Eran Original had 8 violations requiring a referendum, 17 a two-thirds majority",negative,-1 Stocks rally as rate cut prospect offsets trade war tensions,6/12/2019,International news,Global stocks mostly rose Tuesday with the prospect of a US interest rate cut and broader central bank dovishness helpin...,Stocks rally as rate cut prospect offsets trade war tensions Global stocks mostly rose Tuesday with the prospect of a US interest rate cut and broader central bank dovishness helpin...,negative,-1 Fitch lifts outlook of Sri Lanka's HNB Assurance to 'positive',3/1/2019,Bonds & Forex,Fitch Ratings has lifted the outlook on National Insurer Strenght (IFS) index on Sri Lanka based HNB Assurance to 'posti...,Fitch lifts outlook of Sri Lanka's HNB Assurance to 'positive' Fitch Ratings has lifted the outlook on National Insurer Strenght (IFS) index on Sri Lanka based HNB Assurance to 'posti...,positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 199.50/201 to one week US dollar,3/30/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted weaker at 199.50/201 to the one week US dollar on Tuesday while yields remained unchanged in ...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 199.50/201 to one week US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted weaker at 199.50/201 to the one week US dollar on Tuesday while yields remained unchanged in ...,negative,-1 "SriLankan Airlines in rescue flights for China, UK, and Australia in Covid battle",4/21/2020,Aviation,"SriLankan Airlines which halted scheduled flights to Colombo has flown rescue flights for China, UK and Australia, and i...","SriLankan Airlines in rescue flights for China, UK, and Australia in Covid battle SriLankan Airlines which halted scheduled flights to Colombo has flown rescue flights for China, UK and Australia, and i...",negative,-1 Does Gandhian Socialism Have Legs?,10/16/2023,Uncategorized,The Final Chapter of Elusive Ideology: Religion and Socialism in Modern Indian Thought,Does Gandhian Socialism Have Legs? The Final Chapter of Elusive Ideology: Religion and Socialism in Modern Indian Thought,positive,1 Sri Lanka stocks end 0.20-pct lower,5/24/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.20 percent lower with th benchmark index drgged down by selling in shares like...,Sri Lanka stocks end 0.20-pct lower ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.20 percent lower with th benchmark index drgged down by selling in shares like...,negative,-1 Jumbo Justice?,3/27/2021,Environment,The cost of fencing crops from elephants: a collective good?,Jumbo Justice? The cost of fencing crops from elephants: a collective good?,negative,-1 Sri Lanka schedules 3 hour power cut on April 23,4/22/2022,Uncategorized,Power cuts up to 3 hours and 20 minutes have been approved for Sri Lanka for April 23,Sri Lanka schedules 3 hour power cut on April 23 Power cuts up to 3 hours and 20 minutes have been approved for Sri Lanka for April 23,negative,-1 Sri Lanka workers returning to South Korea as Coronavirus drive remittances down,5/27/2020,Economy,Sri Lankan expats working in Korea have started to go back with the first batch of 160 workers leaving in a special flig...,Sri Lanka workers returning to South Korea as Coronavirus drive remittances down Sri Lankan expats working in Korea have started to go back with the first batch of 160 workers leaving in a special flig...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka corporate, non-corporate income tax revenue up 20-pct",3/18/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan government revenue generated from corporate and non-corporate income tax rose 20.4 perce...,"Sri Lanka corporate, non-corporate income tax revenue up 20-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan government revenue generated from corporate and non-corporate income tax rose 20.4 perce...",negative,-1 AKD in Kattankudy promises culture of unity and brotherhood,10/30/2019,PresPoll2020,Presidential hopeful Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday promised a culture of mutual respect and understanding between a...,AKD in Kattankudy promises culture of unity and brotherhood Presidential hopeful Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday promised a culture of mutual respect and understanding between a...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee, bonds steady at open",12/18/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.10/20 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while gilt yields w...","Sri Lanka rupee, bonds steady at open Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.10/20 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while gilt yields w...",positive,1 Sri Lanka ready to increase welfare spend minister says as appeals mount,6/27/2023,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka was planning to allocate 208 billion for welfare benefits under the new 'Aswesuma' scheme,Sri Lanka ready to increase welfare spend minister says as appeals mount Sri Lanka was planning to allocate 208 billion for welfare benefits under the new 'Aswesuma' scheme,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks gain on Ceylon Tobacco Company,2/5/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks end 0.19 percent higher on Food, Beverage and Tobacco Industry on Wednesday, provisional data showe...","Sri Lanka stocks gain on Ceylon Tobacco Company Sri Lanka’s stocks end 0.19 percent higher on Food, Beverage and Tobacco Industry on Wednesday, provisional data showe...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond yields open lower,2/3/2023,Bonds & Forex,Guidance peg marginally up,Sri Lanka bond yields open lower Guidance peg marginally up,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka opp. leader claims plans afoot to carve out 12,000 acres of Yala national park",7/14/2021,Environment,"""Reliable sources have also confirmed that illegal roadways are to be constructed,"" he said.","Sri Lanka opp. leader claims plans afoot to carve out 12,000 acres of Yala national park ""Reliable sources have also confirmed that illegal roadways are to be constructed,"" he said.",negative,-1 "Incentives for rubber, sequestration plantations in Sri Lanka energy policy",10/3/2019,Agriculture, A new energy policy for Sri Lanka has suggested incentives to expand rubber cultivation which can be used for fuelwood ...,"Incentives for rubber, sequestration plantations in Sri Lanka energy policy A new energy policy for Sri Lanka has suggested incentives to expand rubber cultivation which can be used for fuelwood ...",positive,1 Sri Lanka top presidential candidates spend Rs760mn so far: monitors,10/31/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's presidential candidates have spent an estimated 750 million rupees on promotions in the past three weeks wit...,Sri Lanka top presidential candidates spend Rs760mn so far: monitors Sri Lanka's presidential candidates have spent an estimated 750 million rupees on promotions in the past three weeks wit...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's NTB 'A(lka)' rating confirmed by Fitch amid slowing credit,10/11/2021,Banking,NTB had a higher concentration on leasing and credit cards and weak asset quality than peers.,Sri Lanka's NTB 'A(lka)' rating confirmed by Fitch amid slowing credit NTB had a higher concentration on leasing and credit cards and weak asset quality than peers.,negative,-1 "President's inaction over Kurunegala incident shows his tacit approval, says Ajith P Perera",7/22/2020,Politics,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s inaction over the controversial demolition of the purported royal court in Kurunegala s...,"President's inaction over Kurunegala incident shows his tacit approval, says Ajith P Perera President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s inaction over the controversial demolition of the purported royal court in Kurunegala s...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka stocks plunge 2-pct, dives below 6,000",1/8/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks plunged 2.11 percent, diving 127.25 points below the psychological 6,600 points in the worst day since ...","Sri Lanka stocks plunge 2-pct, dives below 6,000 Sri Lanka stocks plunged 2.11 percent, diving 127.25 points below the psychological 6,600 points in the worst day since ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to issue on arrival driving license for foreigners from April: State Minister,1/17/2024,Economic Crisis,"Sri Lanka has been charging 30,000 rupees from foreigners for driving license under one-day service ","Sri Lanka to issue on arrival driving license for foreigners from April: State Minister Sri Lanka has been charging 30,000 rupees from foreigners for driving license under one-day service ",negative,-1 Defense Secretary quits,4/25/2019,Uncategorized,Hemasiri Fernando the Secretary to the Ministry of Defense has resigned and is the first casualty of the intelligence la...,Defense Secretary quits Hemasiri Fernando the Secretary to the Ministry of Defense has resigned and is the first casualty of the intelligence la...,negative,-1 "Sri Lakna's GMOA holds protest over taxation, other issues",10/11/2023,Economy,"“Do justice by the doctors who didn’t leave this country, especially in terms of economic justice,” said Aluthge.","Sri Lakna's GMOA holds protest over taxation, other issues “Do justice by the doctors who didn’t leave this country, especially in terms of economic justice,” said Aluthge.",negative,-1 Opposing Sri Lanka Telecom share sale on national security grounds baseless: expert,6/9/2023,Business,"“National security is not a slogan. National security takes specific forms.""","Opposing Sri Lanka Telecom share sale on national security grounds baseless: expert “National security is not a slogan. National security takes specific forms.""",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's AKD crosses 50-percent in voting intent poll, but remains unpopular",11/28/2023,Politics,A net favourability rating of less than zero means that the individual or institution is unpopular.,"Sri Lanka's AKD crosses 50-percent in voting intent poll, but remains unpopular A net favourability rating of less than zero means that the individual or institution is unpopular.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Commercial Credit Singapore key shareholder under liquidation order,4/18/2024,Stocks & Companies,"""The operations of the company will not be impacted as of now by the circumstances detailed above""","Sri Lanka's Commercial Credit Singapore key shareholder under liquidation order ""The operations of the company will not be impacted as of now by the circumstances detailed above""",negative,-1 COVID scare prompts Sri Lanka's Colombo Grand Mosque to cancel Friday prayers,8/5/2021,Religion,"However, the mosque did not remark on daily prayers.","COVID scare prompts Sri Lanka's Colombo Grand Mosque to cancel Friday prayers However, the mosque did not remark on daily prayers.",negative,-1 """Free trade zone"" of international universities on the cards for foreign students",1/23/2020,Business,"The cabinet has green-lit a proposal to establish a ""free trade zone"" of international universities to attract foreign a...","""Free trade zone"" of international universities on the cards for foreign students The cabinet has green-lit a proposal to establish a ""free trade zone"" of international universities to attract foreign a...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka police to seize vehicles without Covid-19 curfew passes,5/12/2020,Legal,Sri Lanka will seize vehicles travelling without curfew passes in Colombo and Gampaha districts while a anti-Coronavirus...,Sri Lanka police to seize vehicles without Covid-19 curfew passes Sri Lanka will seize vehicles travelling without curfew passes in Colombo and Gampaha districts while a anti-Coronavirus...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka central bank buys US$950mn amid negative credit so far 2023,3/22/2023,Economy,.,Sri Lanka central bank buys US$950mn amid negative credit so far 2023 .,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Supreme Court declines to hear case on DDR,8/11/2023,Economy,Supreme Court refuses leave to proceed,Sri Lanka Supreme Court declines to hear case on DDR Supreme Court refuses leave to proceed,negative,-1 Sri Lanka warned as study suggests AstraZeneca jab 10-pct effective on South Africa Covid-19 variant,2/8/2021,Health,Sri Lanka should take extra care at borders as a new study suggested that an Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine being rolled out...,Sri Lanka warned as study suggests AstraZeneca jab 10-pct effective on South Africa Covid-19 variant Sri Lanka should take extra care at borders as a new study suggested that an Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine being rolled out...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka braces for monsoon, rescue teams ready",5/26/2019,Environment,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka is bracing for the southwest monsoon rains, expected by Monday, May 27 with rescue teams ...","Sri Lanka braces for monsoon, rescue teams ready ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka is bracing for the southwest monsoon rains, expected by Monday, May 27 with rescue teams ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields gain slightly",8/22/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 179.30/60 against the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields marginally gain...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields gain slightly Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 179.30/60 against the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields marginally gain...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka scraps COVID-19 PCR requirement for inbound travellers,2/27/2022,Health,"Sri Lanka has seen an increase in inbound travellers, mainly tourists, to the country.","Sri Lanka scraps COVID-19 PCR requirement for inbound travellers Sri Lanka has seen an increase in inbound travellers, mainly tourists, to the country.",positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee edges up to close at 326.50/327.00 to US dollar,10/23/2023,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee edged up to close at 326.50/327.00 to US dollar on Monday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee edges up to close at 326.50/327.00 to US dollar The Sri Lanka rupee edged up to close at 326.50/327.00 to US dollar on Monday, dealers said.",negative,-1 IMF team in Sri Lanka policy talks on program from August 24,8/20/2022,Economy,.,IMF team in Sri Lanka policy talks on program from August 24 .,positive,1 Paradoxical Isle: Razeen Sally’s Personal Rediscovery,1/29/2020,Culture,"Fulfilling a long held dream, noted academic Razeen Sally has swapped academic rigour for the fluidity of the travel wri...","Paradoxical Isle: Razeen Sally’s Personal Rediscovery Fulfilling a long held dream, noted academic Razeen Sally has swapped academic rigour for the fluidity of the travel wri...",positive,1 President to scrap Grade 5 schol exam,3/27/2019,Education,President Maithripala Sirisena earlier this week announced an apparently unilateral decision to do away with the Grade 5...,President to scrap Grade 5 schol exam President Maithripala Sirisena earlier this week announced an apparently unilateral decision to do away with the Grade 5...,negative,-1 "Total COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka surges past 30,000 with 697 new cases in 24 hours",12/10/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 697 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (10), the...","Total COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka surges past 30,000 with 697 new cases in 24 hours Sri Lankan health officials identified 697 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (10), the...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka power cuts extended on low water levels,12/1/2022,Energy,"Water levels down, fuel costs up","Sri Lanka power cuts extended on low water levels Water levels down, fuel costs up",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stocks close 0.58pct lower on CTC, JKH and Distilleries",9/30/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.58 percent or 33.45 points down on Monday, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.58pct lower on CTC, JKH and Distilleries Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.58 percent or 33.45 points down on Monday, provisional data showed.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka hopes to pass DDR superannuation linked tax in two days : Minister,9/6/2023,Legal,The debate was to take place from 4.30 pm on Wednesday and be voted on Thursday based on an agreement with party leaders,Sri Lanka hopes to pass DDR superannuation linked tax in two days : Minister The debate was to take place from 4.30 pm on Wednesday and be voted on Thursday based on an agreement with party leaders,negative,-1 "All Sri Lankans barring media, essential services personnel must remain indoors during curfew: IGP",3/20/2020,Uncategorized,All Sri Lankans barring media and essential services personnel must remain indoors during the island-wide curfew to be i...,"All Sri Lankans barring media, essential services personnel must remain indoors during curfew: IGP All Sri Lankans barring media and essential services personnel must remain indoors during the island-wide curfew to be i...",negative,-1 "Global bond yields fall, stocks stabilize despite US - China fears",8/8/2019,International news,Plunging bond yields jolted global markets Wednesday as interest rate cuts by three central banks and grim German econom...,"Global bond yields fall, stocks stabilize despite US - China fears Plunging bond yields jolted global markets Wednesday as interest rate cuts by three central banks and grim German econom...",negative,-1 Rahuman becomes 2nd Sri Lankan MP to be sworn in twice in 2020-elected parliament,5/10/2024,Politics,Already Jayantha Ketagoda sworn in twice in the current parliament ,Rahuman becomes 2nd Sri Lankan MP to be sworn in twice in 2020-elected parliament Already Jayantha Ketagoda sworn in twice in the current parliament ,positive,1 "Sri Lanka stocks end 0.07-pct lower, selling in JKH",5/27/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.07 percent lower on selling interest in Ceylon Cold Stores, Commercial Leasing and Finance P...","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.07-pct lower, selling in JKH Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.07 percent lower on selling interest in Ceylon Cold Stores, Commercial Leasing and Finance P...",negative,-1 COVID positive inmate from Kandakadu nabbed by Army Intelligence near National Hospital – Army,7/24/2020,Health,Army Intelligence officers found and arrested a COVID 19 positive inmate from the Kandakadu Rehabilitation camp who had ...,COVID positive inmate from Kandakadu nabbed by Army Intelligence near National Hospital – Army Army Intelligence officers found and arrested a COVID 19 positive inmate from the Kandakadu Rehabilitation camp who had ...,negative,-1 SriLankan Airlines to resume direct flights to Paris thrice a week,9/7/2021,Aviation,"""This new service will allow leisure and business travelers alike to travel to and from Paris non-stop"".","SriLankan Airlines to resume direct flights to Paris thrice a week ""This new service will allow leisure and business travelers alike to travel to and from Paris non-stop"".",positive,1 Promoting adventure tourism in Sri Lanka could've prevented Yala reckless driving: state minister,11/3/2022,Sports,"""I am not taking their side, but what we saw in Yala was an example of a burst of this urge to participate in these.""","Promoting adventure tourism in Sri Lanka could've prevented Yala reckless driving: state minister ""I am not taking their side, but what we saw in Yala was an example of a burst of this urge to participate in these.""",positive,1 Rulers will become servants; Sajith at launch of manifesto,10/31/2019,PresPoll2020,Sajith Premadasa is promising to transform Sri Lanka into a country where the rulers will be public servants working to ...,Rulers will become servants; Sajith at launch of manifesto Sajith Premadasa is promising to transform Sri Lanka into a country where the rulers will be public servants working to ...,positive,1 "Fearing legal action globally, Sri Lanka parliament calls to review UN’s evidence gathering",5/30/2024,Human Rights,Right groups say Sri Lanka is likely face another resolution in the next UNHRC session ,"Fearing legal action globally, Sri Lanka parliament calls to review UN’s evidence gathering Right groups say Sri Lanka is likely face another resolution in the next UNHRC session ",negative,-1 Cabinet approves the ban on import of chainsaws,6/19/2019,Environment,The Cabinet has approved the proposal to ban the import of chainsaws with the intention of preventing deforestation.,Cabinet approves the ban on import of chainsaws The Cabinet has approved the proposal to ban the import of chainsaws with the intention of preventing deforestation.,positive,1 Sri Lanka coal plant breaks down ahead of scheduled maintenance,3/19/2023,Energy,Currently the highest percentage of the power to the main grid is being generated by the coal power plant.,Sri Lanka coal plant breaks down ahead of scheduled maintenance Currently the highest percentage of the power to the main grid is being generated by the coal power plant.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted around 197.50/198.50 in one-month forwards, gilt yields steady",1/21/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted around 197.50/198.50 to the US dollar in one-month forwards market on Thursday while bond...,"Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted around 197.50/198.50 in one-month forwards, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted around 197.50/198.50 to the US dollar in one-month forwards market on Thursday while bond...",positive,1 Sri Lanka ex-president Kumaratunga backs Sajith,11/5/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka’s former president Chandrika Kumaratunga Tuesday endorsed the candidacy of Sajith Premadasa in a major polit...,Sri Lanka ex-president Kumaratunga backs Sajith Sri Lanka’s former president Chandrika Kumaratunga Tuesday endorsed the candidacy of Sajith Premadasa in a major polit...,positive,1 Hypocritical govt selling off land to S'pore - JVP,1/2/2020,Economy,The JVP accused the new government today of continuing what the party called the previous government’s practice of sel...,Hypocritical govt selling off land to S'pore - JVP The JVP accused the new government today of continuing what the party called the previous government’s practice of sel...,negative,-1 If I was Sri Lanka's Finance Minister: Chandra Jayaratne,9/30/2021,Economy,"Jayaratne is advising the administration to avoid astrological beliefs, communicate the problem and take action.","If I was Sri Lanka's Finance Minister: Chandra Jayaratne Jayaratne is advising the administration to avoid astrological beliefs, communicate the problem and take action.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Army discharges over 15,000 absentees from services after amnesty",5/21/2024,Defence,Sri Lanka has planned to reduce army cadres by more than 50% in six years through 2030,"Sri Lanka Army discharges over 15,000 absentees from services after amnesty Sri Lanka has planned to reduce army cadres by more than 50% in six years through 2030",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Supreme Court to hear contempt case against ex-CJ,1/23/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court Wednesday decided to hear a landmark contempt case against controversial former chief j...,Sri Lanka Supreme Court to hear contempt case against ex-CJ Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court Wednesday decided to hear a landmark contempt case against controversial former chief j...,positive,1 Sri Lanka's shares jump on President's remarks on IMF,3/7/2023,Markets,"“We expect Board Approval in the third or fourth week of March,” President Wickremesinghe said.","Sri Lanka's shares jump on President's remarks on IMF “We expect Board Approval in the third or fourth week of March,” President Wickremesinghe said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee opens wider; bond yields higher,2/7/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 177.70/80 to the US dollar in the spot market Thursday, after gaining yesterday, while b...","Sri Lanka rupee opens wider; bond yields higher Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 177.70/80 to the US dollar in the spot market Thursday, after gaining yesterday, while b...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka sells more bonds by post-auction window, 15-pct unsold",10/18/2021,Economy,To maintain external stability bond auctions has to succeed,"Sri Lanka sells more bonds by post-auction window, 15-pct unsold To maintain external stability bond auctions has to succeed",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka mulls curbing repatriation, tighter quarantine as Covid-19 cases spike",4/17/2021,Health,Sri Lanka may limit the number of repatriates being brought back to the country and tighten quarantine amid a surge in C...,"Sri Lanka mulls curbing repatriation, tighter quarantine as Covid-19 cases spike Sri Lanka may limit the number of repatriates being brought back to the country and tighten quarantine amid a surge in C...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka trading halted as stocks plunge 7.5-pct,2/11/2021,Markets,Trading in Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange was halted Thursday as an index of liquid stocks fell 7.5 percent.,Sri Lanka trading halted as stocks plunge 7.5-pct Trading in Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange was halted Thursday as an index of liquid stocks fell 7.5 percent.,negative,-1 Uranium ship leaves Sri Lanka's Hambantota port,4/21/2021,Logistics,A ship loaded with Uranium bound for China which had docked at Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port for emergency repairs had lef...,Uranium ship leaves Sri Lanka's Hambantota port A ship loaded with Uranium bound for China which had docked at Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port for emergency repairs had lef...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka TT dollar at Rs366.79-370, guidance peg unchanged",7/5/2022,Uncategorized,Commercial banks offered dollars for telegraphic transfers at rates between 366.79 and 370.00 for small transactions,"Sri Lanka TT dollar at Rs366.79-370, guidance peg unchanged Commercial banks offered dollars for telegraphic transfers at rates between 366.79 and 370.00 for small transactions",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka exports down 8-pct, imports down 18-pt in August 2020",10/10/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka's exports were down 8.3 percent in August 2020 to 947 million dollars and imports fell 18.1 percent 1,298 mill...","Sri Lanka exports down 8-pct, imports down 18-pt in August 2020 Sri Lanka's exports were down 8.3 percent in August 2020 to 947 million dollars and imports fell 18.1 percent 1,298 mill...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee gains, stocks rally on JKH foreign selling",3/28/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed at 176.10/25 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while stocks gained 0.81 percent ...","Sri Lanka rupee gains, stocks rally on JKH foreign selling Sri Lanka's rupee closed at 176.10/25 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while stocks gained 0.81 percent ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's unofficial COVID-19 lockdown extended to June 14,6/2/2021,Health,The restrictions were to be lifted at 4am June 07,Sri Lanka's unofficial COVID-19 lockdown extended to June 14 The restrictions were to be lifted at 4am June 07,negative,-1 "Rs 5,000 allowance in disarray as Grama Niladharis, Samurdhi officers boycott",4/12/2021,Economy,"A relief programme to provide a one-time cash allowance of Rs 5,000 each to 2.8 million low-income families for the upco...","Rs 5,000 allowance in disarray as Grama Niladharis, Samurdhi officers boycott A relief programme to provide a one-time cash allowance of Rs 5,000 each to 2.8 million low-income families for the upco...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks gain ahead of monetary policy announcement,7/11/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened flat at 175.55/65 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market Thursday, while stocks gained and ...","Sri Lanka stocks gain ahead of monetary policy announcement Sri Lanka's rupee opened flat at 175.55/65 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market Thursday, while stocks gained and ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's BOP deficit creating ability wanes,10/21/2022,Economy,"After running out of reserves, Sri Lanka intervened and sterilized to mis-target rates with borrowed dollars","Sri Lanka's BOP deficit creating ability wanes After running out of reserves, Sri Lanka intervened and sterilized to mis-target rates with borrowed dollars",negative,-1 Govt has fulfilled all obligations since Easter attacks - President,7/23/2019,Politics,"Rebuffing critics, President Maithripala Sirisena yesterday (22 July) said the Government has fulfilled all its obligati...","Govt has fulfilled all obligations since Easter attacks - President Rebuffing critics, President Maithripala Sirisena yesterday (22 July) said the Government has fulfilled all its obligati...",positive,1 Maldives reports first coronavirus cases,3/8/2020,South Asia,"Two hotel employees tested positive for the novel coronavirus at a luxury resort in the Maldives, the government said Sa...","Maldives reports first coronavirus cases Two hotel employees tested positive for the novel coronavirus at a luxury resort in the Maldives, the government said Sa...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka expects to collect 125mn dollars a month from exporter surrenders,3/14/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka expects to collect about 125 million US dollars a month from foreign exchange surrenders once efforts to track...,Sri Lanka expects to collect 125mn dollars a month from exporter surrenders Sri Lanka expects to collect about 125 million US dollars a month from foreign exchange surrenders once efforts to track...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to begin pilot project with Microsoft to teach AI in schools,2/13/2024,Education,A pilot project with support from Microsoft set to begin from grade 8 upwards.,Sri Lanka to begin pilot project with Microsoft to teach AI in schools A pilot project with support from Microsoft set to begin from grade 8 upwards.,positive,1 "Sri Lanka Treasuries yields ease across maturities, all bills sold",8/2/2023,Bonds & Forex,Offered 180 billion rupees of bills sold,"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields ease across maturities, all bills sold Offered 180 billion rupees of bills sold",positive,1 Two dead in Madampitiya gang fight,8/15/2019,Uncategorized,"Two gang members died earlier today (15 August) near the Madamptiya-Grandpass cemetery in an underworld clash, police s...","Two dead in Madampitiya gang fight Two gang members died earlier today (15 August) near the Madamptiya-Grandpass cemetery in an underworld clash, police s...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bonds close steady, rupee 323.50/325.00 to dollar",7/19/2023,Bonds & Forex,US dollar closed at 323.00/324.00 rupees.,"Sri Lanka bonds close steady, rupee 323.50/325.00 to dollar US dollar closed at 323.00/324.00 rupees.",negative,-1 "Colombo Fashion Week in eco-friendly drive, riding Sri Lanka's status as production hub",3/9/2020,Apparel,Sri Lanka has an opportunity to combine both design and manufacture of apparel to serve customers with eco-friendly prod...,"Colombo Fashion Week in eco-friendly drive, riding Sri Lanka's status as production hub Sri Lanka has an opportunity to combine both design and manufacture of apparel to serve customers with eco-friendly prod...",positive,1 "Low forex reserves, high debt threaten Sri Lanka’s loan repayments: Moody’s",1/10/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka is one of four Asian countries particularly vulnerable to shifts in global borrowing cond...,"Low forex reserves, high debt threaten Sri Lanka’s loan repayments: Moody’s ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka is one of four Asian countries particularly vulnerable to shifts in global borrowing cond...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks end 1.42-pct higher for the second day,2/25/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.42 percent for the second day on Thursday with index heavy, Expolanka Holdings, Browns Investm...","Sri Lanka stocks end 1.42-pct higher for the second day Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.42 percent for the second day on Thursday with index heavy, Expolanka Holdings, Browns Investm...",negative,-1 US honours Sri Lanka’s Marini de Livera for social justice leadership,3/14/2019,Uncategorized,"Marini de Livera, former chairperson of the National Child Protection Authority, received the International Women of Cou...","US honours Sri Lanka’s Marini de Livera for social justice leadership Marini de Livera, former chairperson of the National Child Protection Authority, received the International Women of Cou...",positive,1 Catholic Church athirst for Pentecost after Easter crucifixion,5/2/2019,Opinion,"In the aftermath of the Easter Sunday tragedy, there is something we all tend to overlook - something that reveals a bli...","Catholic Church athirst for Pentecost after Easter crucifixion In the aftermath of the Easter Sunday tragedy, there is something we all tend to overlook - something that reveals a bli...",positive,1 Sri Lanka all-in-one Transit Card on track: LankaClear,4/27/2021,Banking,"The card could be used at ATMs, POS machines bus and rail","Sri Lanka all-in-one Transit Card on track: LankaClear The card could be used at ATMs, POS machines bus and rail",negative,-1 Saudi women use wedding contracts to assert right to drive,6/24/2019,International news,Saudi salesman Majd had just begun his wedding preparations when his fiancee sought to enshrine in their marriage contra...,Saudi women use wedding contracts to assert right to drive Saudi salesman Majd had just begun his wedding preparations when his fiancee sought to enshrine in their marriage contra...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka bought Sinopharm at US$7: State Minister,11/30/2021,Economy,President Rajapaksa wrote personally to the Chairman of Sinopharm,Sri Lanka bought Sinopharm at US$7: State Minister President Rajapaksa wrote personally to the Chairman of Sinopharm,negative,-1 "People vs ""power mafia""",4/11/2019,Economy,Consumer rights groups threaten mass protests if power crisis is not solved.,"People vs ""power mafia"" Consumer rights groups threaten mass protests if power crisis is not solved.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Jetwing Hotels provides premium Coronavirus quarantine at budget rate,5/4/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's hotels including upmarket Jetwing group have started providing hotels for premium quarantine services at bud...,Sri Lanka's Jetwing Hotels provides premium Coronavirus quarantine at budget rate Sri Lanka's hotels including upmarket Jetwing group have started providing hotels for premium quarantine services at bud...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka violence could tarnish image as democratic liberal market country: SLIM,5/12/2022,Business,SLIM said it empathizes with all Sri Lankans grappling with ongoing breakdowns in various public services.,Sri Lanka violence could tarnish image as democratic liberal market country: SLIM SLIM said it empathizes with all Sri Lankans grappling with ongoing breakdowns in various public services.,positive,1 Sri Lanka to slash red tape for film tourism,1/12/2024,Investment,Tourism Promotion Bureau will get fast approval for foreign producers who want to use island as a location,Sri Lanka to slash red tape for film tourism Tourism Promotion Bureau will get fast approval for foreign producers who want to use island as a location,positive,1 Gotabaya Rajapaksa takes lead in early Sri Lanka presidential poll results,11/17/2019,Political News,"Former defence secretary Gotabaya Rajapaksa from Sri Lanka Podujana Party has taken an early lead in presidential plls, ...","Gotabaya Rajapaksa takes lead in early Sri Lanka presidential poll results Former defence secretary Gotabaya Rajapaksa from Sri Lanka Podujana Party has taken an early lead in presidential plls, ...",positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee closes wide at 200/205 to one month dollar amid moral suasion,4/28/2021,Bonds & Forex,Interbank forex market largely inactive,Sri Lanka rupee closes wide at 200/205 to one month dollar amid moral suasion Interbank forex market largely inactive,negative,-1 Tighter rules for Sri Lanka's gov employees after allowance increase,1/11/2024,Government services,"Circular mandates that employees be courteous in providing services, and answer phones","Tighter rules for Sri Lanka's gov employees after allowance increase Circular mandates that employees be courteous in providing services, and answer phones",negative,-1 "UNP demands more COVID-19 testing, protective equipment for essential workers in Sri Lanka",5/1/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s main opposition the United National Party (UNP) has urged the government to provide essential services sta...,"UNP demands more COVID-19 testing, protective equipment for essential workers in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka’s main opposition the United National Party (UNP) has urged the government to provide essential services sta...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's request for 1,000 body bags unrelated to COVID-19: officials",4/27/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka requested 1,000 body bags from the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) to maintain inventory and n...","Sri Lanka's request for 1,000 body bags unrelated to COVID-19: officials Sri Lanka requested 1,000 body bags from the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) to maintain inventory and n...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Hemas Hospital designs mobile chamber to move Covid-19 patients,7/21/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's Hemas Hospitals said it had designed a sealed chamber to move patients suspected of having Coronavirus or ot...,Sri Lanka's Hemas Hospital designs mobile chamber to move Covid-19 patients Sri Lanka's Hemas Hospitals said it had designed a sealed chamber to move patients suspected of having Coronavirus or ot...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's shares fall on weak macro sentiments,1/10/2023,Markets,Ministries are informed to slash their budget by 5% as the financial crisis was worser than govt expected,Sri Lanka's shares fall on weak macro sentiments Ministries are informed to slash their budget by 5% as the financial crisis was worser than govt expected,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Colombo Dockyard wins cable ship order from France,12/3/2020,Logistics,"Sri Lanka's Colombo Dockyard Plc, a unit of Onomichi of Japan said it had won an order to build a cable laying and repai...","Sri Lanka's Colombo Dockyard wins cable ship order from France Sri Lanka's Colombo Dockyard Plc, a unit of Onomichi of Japan said it had won an order to build a cable laying and repai...",positive,1 Sri Lanka turning from culture of secrecy to transparency with RTI law,10/22/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka's Right to Information Commission (RTI Commission) said it has seen an encouraging increase in appeals by peop...,Sri Lanka turning from culture of secrecy to transparency with RTI law Sri Lanka's Right to Information Commission (RTI Commission) said it has seen an encouraging increase in appeals by peop...,positive,1 Sri Lanka election commission asks army to remain neutral,10/20/2019,Legal,"Sri Lanka's election commission urged the military to ""remain neutral"" at next month’s presidential polls after army c...","Sri Lanka election commission asks army to remain neutral Sri Lanka's election commission urged the military to ""remain neutral"" at next month’s presidential polls after army c...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks snap five day retreat amid volatile trading,1/21/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks snapped a five-day retreat on Tuesday, amid volatile trading, with diversified John Keells Holdings a...","Sri Lanka stocks snap five day retreat amid volatile trading Sri Lanka's stocks snapped a five-day retreat on Tuesday, amid volatile trading, with diversified John Keells Holdings a...",negative,-1 Carlo no more,9/2/2019,Uncategorized,"Renowned physician, scholar and outspoken rationalist Prof. Carlo Fonseka passed away in Colombo today.","Carlo no more Renowned physician, scholar and outspoken rationalist Prof. Carlo Fonseka passed away in Colombo today.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bakers not doomed by palm oil ban Trade Minister says, license raj to the rescue",4/7/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's bakery industry is not doomed as claimed by some but a license raj on import controls will be extended to re...,"Sri Lanka bakers not doomed by palm oil ban Trade Minister says, license raj to the rescue Sri Lanka's bakery industry is not doomed as claimed by some but a license raj on import controls will be extended to re...",negative,-1 "Chinese envoy meets Sri Lanka leader, discusses Belt and Road projects",3/2/2022,International Relations,"Sri Lanka has been in the middle of a geopolitical tussle between China, the US and India, analysts say.","Chinese envoy meets Sri Lanka leader, discusses Belt and Road projects Sri Lanka has been in the middle of a geopolitical tussle between China, the US and India, analysts say.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to import 300,000 litres of oxygen a week",8/24/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka thanks India for sending 140 tonnes of oxygen quickly,"Sri Lanka to import 300,000 litres of oxygen a week Sri Lanka thanks India for sending 140 tonnes of oxygen quickly",positive,1 Easter attacks: Indications of collusion - Cardinal,2/19/2020,Terrorism,"Bishop of Colombo Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith called for a thorough investigation into, among other things, “indications ...","Easter attacks: Indications of collusion - Cardinal Bishop of Colombo Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith called for a thorough investigation into, among other things, “indications ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Port, Airport, Aviation regulator give Rs2.0bn to budget",12/20/2022,Economy,"Port pays 1000mn, Airport 500mn","Sri Lanka Port, Airport, Aviation regulator give Rs2.0bn to budget Port pays 1000mn, Airport 500mn",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks reverse losing trend after ISB repayment; foreigners leave,7/28/2021,Stocks & Companies,"The gain was led by Expolanka Holdings, Browns Investments and Ambeon Capital","Sri Lanka stocks reverse losing trend after ISB repayment; foreigners leave The gain was led by Expolanka Holdings, Browns Investments and Ambeon Capital",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka manufacturing, services rebounds sharply in May from Coronavirus plunge: PMI",6/16/2020,Business,Manufacturing activity has rebounded strongly in May as Sri Lanka emerged from a Coronavirus crisis with some firms swit...,"Sri Lanka manufacturing, services rebounds sharply in May from Coronavirus plunge: PMI Manufacturing activity has rebounded strongly in May as Sri Lanka emerged from a Coronavirus crisis with some firms swit...",positive,1 Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade on pipe line discussions,7/14/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.31 percent or 32.96 points to 10,542.48","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade on pipe line discussions All Share Price Index was up 0.31 percent or 32.96 points to 10,542.48",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee plunges as car registrations collapse under import controls,3/1/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka rupee has fallen from 186 to around 194 to the US dollar in January 2021 as new car imports and registrations ...,Sri Lanka rupee plunges as car registrations collapse under import controls Sri Lanka rupee has fallen from 186 to around 194 to the US dollar in January 2021 as new car imports and registrations ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka puts COVID-19 home treatment plans on hold,7/1/2021,Health,"Home treatment has been tested and will be used if the need arises, Dr Herath said.","Sri Lanka puts COVID-19 home treatment plans on hold Home treatment has been tested and will be used if the need arises, Dr Herath said.",negative,-1 US Fed now expects no rate hikes in 2019,3/21/2019,Economy,"The Federal Reserve sent a strong signal the US economy is slowing, indicating Wednesday it will not raise the benchmark...","US Fed now expects no rate hikes in 2019 The Federal Reserve sent a strong signal the US economy is slowing, indicating Wednesday it will not raise the benchmark...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka under international scrutiny after emergency rule to scuttle protests,4/3/2022,Democracy,Protest are triggered by shortages and steep fall of the currency,Sri Lanka under international scrutiny after emergency rule to scuttle protests Protest are triggered by shortages and steep fall of the currency,negative,-1 How Sri Lankans got essential items during Covid-19 curfew and future expectations,6/19/2020,Economy,These are the results of a survey commissioned by The Department of Transport & Logistics Management of the Faculty of ...,How Sri Lankans got essential items during Covid-19 curfew and future expectations These are the results of a survey commissioned by The Department of Transport & Logistics Management of the Faculty of ...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stocks close up 1-pct, turnover at 1.7bn",3/4/2024,Stocks & Companies,"The broader All Share Index closed up 1.07 percent at 10,805; S&P SL20 Index closed up 1.49 percent at 3,084.","Sri Lanka stocks close up 1-pct, turnover at 1.7bn The broader All Share Index closed up 1.07 percent at 10,805; S&P SL20 Index closed up 1.49 percent at 3,084.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee stronger, stocks gain at open",7/7/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee opened firmer at 185.75/90 to US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields were stable and ...,"Sri Lanka rupee stronger, stocks gain at open Sri Lanka rupee opened firmer at 185.75/90 to US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields were stable and ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's HNB Assurance eyes 15-pct premium growth in 2019,7/21/2019,Finance,Sri Lanka's HNB Assurance is expecting planning write business of 15 percent in the year to March 2019 with restrictions...,Sri Lanka's HNB Assurance eyes 15-pct premium growth in 2019 Sri Lanka's HNB Assurance is expecting planning write business of 15 percent in the year to March 2019 with restrictions...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka imports fall in July 2020 amid credit contraction, import controls",9/14/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's imports fell 24 percent from a year earlier to 1,294 million US dollars in July 2020, central bank data show...","Sri Lanka imports fall in July 2020 amid credit contraction, import controls Sri Lanka's imports fell 24 percent from a year earlier to 1,294 million US dollars in July 2020, central bank data show...",negative,-1 "China firm to install smart meters for 50,000 Sri Lanka electricity consumers",4/9/2023,Energy,The meters will be installed in the Dehiwala area,"China firm to install smart meters for 50,000 Sri Lanka electricity consumers The meters will be installed in the Dehiwala area",positive,1 MEPA specialists aboard New Diamond tanker to collect fuel samples,9/14/2020,Accidents,A team of specialists from the Marine Environment Protection Authority (MEPA) was deployed this morning to collect all f...,MEPA specialists aboard New Diamond tanker to collect fuel samples A team of specialists from the Marine Environment Protection Authority (MEPA) was deployed this morning to collect all f...,negative,-1 MR-led alliance prepares for hustings,2/19/2020,Political News,The Mahinda Rajapaksa-led Sri Lanka PodujanaNidahas Sandhanaya (SLPNS) leaders met Tuesday night at Temple Trees and fo...,MR-led alliance prepares for hustings The Mahinda Rajapaksa-led Sri Lanka PodujanaNidahas Sandhanaya (SLPNS) leaders met Tuesday night at Temple Trees and fo...,negative,-1 NDB Bank Sri Lanka net up 55-pct in June 2021 quarter,7/29/2021,Banking,Gains in both fee and net interest income,NDB Bank Sri Lanka net up 55-pct in June 2021 quarter Gains in both fee and net interest income,positive,1 Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank net up 86-pct in Sept 2021,10/30/2021,Banking,Interest costs fall,Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank net up 86-pct in Sept 2021 Interest costs fall,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka think tank questions tax holidays granted to ""strategic"" projects",10/25/2023,Business,"""This led to generous tax holidays and incentives granted to projects that were not in any sense strategic.""","Sri Lanka think tank questions tax holidays granted to ""strategic"" projects ""This led to generous tax holidays and incentives granted to projects that were not in any sense strategic.""",negative,-1 Kirielle among four being considered for UNP candidacy,7/29/2019,Politics,Four names have been proposed by the United National Party (UNP) for candidacy in the upcoming presidential election inc...,Kirielle among four being considered for UNP candidacy Four names have been proposed by the United National Party (UNP) for candidacy in the upcoming presidential election inc...,negative,-1 Thirty-two including Maldivian arrested in Sri Lanka for sex-trafficking 15-year-old online,7/5/2021,Crime,"The Maldivian national had paid for the underage girl’s services, while a hotel manager had provided a room","Thirty-two including Maldivian arrested in Sri Lanka for sex-trafficking 15-year-old online The Maldivian national had paid for the underage girl’s services, while a hotel manager had provided a room",negative,-1 Methodists call for silent protest over Anuradhapura incident,4/19/2019,Politics,The Methodist Church is calling for a silent protest over attacks on its church in Anuradhapura,Methodists call for silent protest over Anuradhapura incident The Methodist Church is calling for a silent protest over attacks on its church in Anuradhapura,negative,-1 Minuwangoda Brandix cluster families requested to remain indoors,10/6/2020,Health,"The government has requested all Minuwangoda Brandix factory employees and their family members to stay indoors, whereve...","Minuwangoda Brandix cluster families requested to remain indoors The government has requested all Minuwangoda Brandix factory employees and their family members to stay indoors, whereve...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka share index down as illiquid stock tumbles,11/19/2021,Markets,Three of LOLC subsidiaries were transacted to LOLC Ceylon Holdings Limited (LOCH),Sri Lanka share index down as illiquid stock tumbles Three of LOLC subsidiaries were transacted to LOLC Ceylon Holdings Limited (LOCH),negative,-1 "Biden policy on Sri Lanka, India driven by US hardline on China: Sally",1/29/2021,Economy,"A US hard line against Xi Jinping's China will continue under President Joe Biden, involving a 'partial de-coupling' dri...","Biden policy on Sri Lanka, India driven by US hardline on China: Sally A US hard line against Xi Jinping's China will continue under President Joe Biden, involving a 'partial de-coupling' dri...",negative,-1 "Sharp rise in Sri Lanka car taxes, ‘buddy’ vans down in budget2019",3/5/2019,Economy,"Taxes on cars have been increased across the board with the popular Wagon R models costing an additional 250,000 rupees ...","Sharp rise in Sri Lanka car taxes, ‘buddy’ vans down in budget2019 Taxes on cars have been increased across the board with the popular Wagon R models costing an additional 250,000 rupees ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka halves taxes on imported potatoes, onions",12/3/2018,Commodities,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka slashed by half a special commodity levy on imported potatoes and onions ahead of the festive se...,"Sri Lanka halves taxes on imported potatoes, onions ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka slashed by half a special commodity levy on imported potatoes and onions ahead of the festive se...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee closes at 326.80/327.00 to the US dollar,12/18/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.80/327.00 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 326.80/327.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.80/327.00 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka gets $400M swap line from Reserve Bank of India,1/9/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Central Bank says it will get 400 million US dollars from a swap arrangement with the Reserve ...,Sri Lanka gets $400M swap line from Reserve Bank of India ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Central Bank says it will get 400 million US dollars from a swap arrangement with the Reserve ...,negative,-1 Bakeer Markar makes appeal to repatriate unemployed migrant workers,9/12/2020,Democracy,"Parliamentarian Imthiaz Bakeer Markar is proposing that the government prioritize the return of more than 50,000 Sri Lan...","Bakeer Markar makes appeal to repatriate unemployed migrant workers Parliamentarian Imthiaz Bakeer Markar is proposing that the government prioritize the return of more than 50,000 Sri Lan...",positive,1 "UNP - President choosing to ignore the norms, Task Force is illegal",6/10/2020,Human Rights,The United National Party is raising concerns over the appointment of the Presidential Task Force to build a “Secure C...,"UNP - President choosing to ignore the norms, Task Force is illegal The United National Party is raising concerns over the appointment of the Presidential Task Force to build a “Secure C...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka solar projects of 200MW are not viable after currency collapse,10/5/2022,Energy,The rupee fell from 200 to 360 to the US dollar in 2022 pushing up construction costs,Sri Lanka solar projects of 200MW are not viable after currency collapse The rupee fell from 200 to 360 to the US dollar in 2022 pushing up construction costs,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee opens at 298.60/65 to the US dollar,4/9/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were down.,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 298.60/65 to the US dollar Bond yields were down.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka electricity tariff hike: energy minister takes monk to task,9/12/2022,Energy,"“This hike is not at all affordable to us, so we say we cannot pay and we refuse to pay,” the monk said.","Sri Lanka electricity tariff hike: energy minister takes monk to task “This hike is not at all affordable to us, so we say we cannot pay and we refuse to pay,” the monk said.",negative,-1 IJTP urges allies not to grant Army Commander visas to travel,8/20/2019,Uncategorized,The Johannesburg based International Truth and Justice Project (ITJP) is condemning the appointment of Lt Gen Shavendra ...,IJTP urges allies not to grant Army Commander visas to travel The Johannesburg based International Truth and Justice Project (ITJP) is condemning the appointment of Lt Gen Shavendra ...,negative,-1 Compensation for property damaged in Negombo,5/6/2019,Uncategorized,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has ordered that compensation be paid to those whose properties were damaged during ...,Compensation for property damaged in Negombo Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has ordered that compensation be paid to those whose properties were damaged during ...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks down 1.57-pct",5/14/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - The rupee ended weaker at 176.80/90 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Tuesday, while gilt yi...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks down 1.57-pct ECONOMYNEXT - The rupee ended weaker at 176.80/90 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Tuesday, while gilt yi...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's shares close higher on DDO assurances and policy rate cuts,7/6/2023,Economy,"The All Share Price Index closed up 0.18 percent or 18.34 points to 10,194.47","Sri Lanka's shares close higher on DDO assurances and policy rate cuts The All Share Price Index closed up 0.18 percent or 18.34 points to 10,194.47",negative,-1 US investment opportunities in Sri Lanka discussed,4/17/2019,Economy,Sri Lankan delegates held discussions on investment opportunities that are available for US companies in Sri Lanka ,US investment opportunities in Sri Lanka discussed Sri Lankan delegates held discussions on investment opportunities that are available for US companies in Sri Lanka ,positive,1 Singapore Airlines group starts flying with vaccinated crew,2/12/2021,Business,"Singapore Airlines which flies three times a week to Sri Lanka, and its affiliates Scoot and SilkAir has begun to operat...","Singapore Airlines group starts flying with vaccinated crew Singapore Airlines which flies three times a week to Sri Lanka, and its affiliates Scoot and SilkAir has begun to operat...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields flat",11/13/2020,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 184.75/80 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while gilt yields end flat on ...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 184.75/80 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while gilt yields end flat on ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka cabinet clears Rs25bn Coronavirus income supplements,5/15/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved a proposal to allocate 25.72 billion rupees to pay income supplements to p...,Sri Lanka cabinet clears Rs25bn Coronavirus income supplements Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved a proposal to allocate 25.72 billion rupees to pay income supplements to p...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond yields steady in mid-day trade,2/22/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against the USD,Sri Lanka bond yields steady in mid-day trade Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against the USD,negative,-1 Sri Lanka inks air services deal with the Netherlands,2/23/2023,Aviation,It will allow for flights between Katunayake and Amsterdam and beyond to third countries,Sri Lanka inks air services deal with the Netherlands It will allow for flights between Katunayake and Amsterdam and beyond to third countries,positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields down",10/15/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 181.20/40 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields fell and stocks opened 0.1...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields down Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 181.20/40 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields fell and stocks opened 0.1...",negative,-1 Major central banks to provide dollar swap lines in Panic of 2023,3/20/2023,Economy,"Central banks of England, Canada, Japan, Europe and Switzerland to provide dollar swap lines","Major central banks to provide dollar swap lines in Panic of 2023 Central banks of England, Canada, Japan, Europe and Switzerland to provide dollar swap lines",negative,-1 Sri Lanka opposition claims administration going back on ECT promise,11/4/2020,Logistics,Opposition legislator Harsha de Silva claimed that the government was planning to bring in an Indian party to operate a ...,Sri Lanka opposition claims administration going back on ECT promise Opposition legislator Harsha de Silva claimed that the government was planning to bring in an Indian party to operate a ...,negative,-1 Japura alleged ragging incident: Police take fingerprints off tyre,3/10/2020,Crime,Police investigators have taken fingerprints off the tyre that grievously injured Sri Jayawardenapura University undergr...,Japura alleged ragging incident: Police take fingerprints off tyre Police investigators have taken fingerprints off the tyre that grievously injured Sri Jayawardenapura University undergr...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Supreme Court orders arrest of pardoned murder convict Duminda Silva: report,5/31/2022,Politics,A travel ban has also been imposed on the former MP.,Sri Lanka Supreme Court orders arrest of pardoned murder convict Duminda Silva: report A travel ban has also been imposed on the former MP.,negative,-1 Prez & PM being abroad at once not unprecedented - Harrison,6/13/2019,Politics,"Insisting that the President and Prime Minister being out of the country at the same time is not unprecedented, Minister...","Prez & PM being abroad at once not unprecedented - Harrison Insisting that the President and Prime Minister being out of the country at the same time is not unprecedented, Minister...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s Sarvodaya DF looks for international marketing after IPO,10/29/2021,Banking,Taking capital to rural areas,Sri Lanka’s Sarvodaya DF looks for international marketing after IPO Taking capital to rural areas,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, gilt yields flat",7/27/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 185.75/83 to US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields were flat, dealers s...","Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 185.75/83 to US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields were flat, dealers s...",negative,-1 Speaker to seek compromise with President,6/17/2019,Politics,Speaker Karu Jayasuriya will chair a meeting in Parliament tomorrow morning seeking to break the deadlock between the Ho...,Speaker to seek compromise with President Speaker Karu Jayasuriya will chair a meeting in Parliament tomorrow morning seeking to break the deadlock between the Ho...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka Treasuries yields edge up, 6-month bids rejected",11/13/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields edged up across maturities at Wednesday's auction with the 3-month yield up 07 basis point...,"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields edge up, 6-month bids rejected Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields edged up across maturities at Wednesday's auction with the 3-month yield up 07 basis point...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer, gilt yields steady",11/26/2020,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 184.90/185.20 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while gilt yields were...,"Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 184.90/185.20 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while gilt yields were...",negative,-1 CPA “gravely concerned” over ethnic relations on Independence Day,2/2/2021,Human Rights,The Centre for Policy Alternatives (CPA) Sri Lanka is expressing its grave concern with the state of ethnoreligious rela...,CPA “gravely concerned” over ethnic relations on Independence Day The Centre for Policy Alternatives (CPA) Sri Lanka is expressing its grave concern with the state of ethnoreligious rela...,negative,-1 Hopes rise in Coronavirus battle as US trial shows remdesivir speeds up recovery,4/30/2020,Health,US scientists on Wednesday hailed a potential breakthrough in the coronavirus fight as a trial showed patients respondin...,Hopes rise in Coronavirus battle as US trial shows remdesivir speeds up recovery US scientists on Wednesday hailed a potential breakthrough in the coronavirus fight as a trial showed patients respondin...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka’s Ceylon tea prices weak, output fall expected",7/23/2021,Agriculture,Crop intake may be falling in some areas,"Sri Lanka’s Ceylon tea prices weak, output fall expected Crop intake may be falling in some areas",negative,-1 Leading businessman arrested in stampede deaths - Police,5/21/2020,Accident,A leading businessman who had gathered people inside his warehouse premises to distribute cash for the Eid festival seas...,Leading businessman arrested in stampede deaths - Police A leading businessman who had gathered people inside his warehouse premises to distribute cash for the Eid festival seas...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka petrol, diesel, stocks down to six days in forex crisis",2/22/2022,Energy,Power demand surges as furnace oil plants run on diesel in the drought,"Sri Lanka petrol, diesel, stocks down to six days in forex crisis Power demand surges as furnace oil plants run on diesel in the drought",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka unleashes money laundering unit, police, on unofficial remittances",12/4/2021,Economy,Last mile Hawala deliveries to be tracked if made through the banking system,"Sri Lanka unleashes money laundering unit, police, on unofficial remittances Last mile Hawala deliveries to be tracked if made through the banking system",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilts flat",12/16/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker at 187.50/188.20 to the US dollar on Wednesday in the spot-next market while gilt yields r...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilts flat Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker at 187.50/188.20 to the US dollar on Wednesday in the spot-next market while gilt yields r...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka cabinet clears bill for new monetary law,2/14/2023,Economy,To be published in the gazette,Sri Lanka cabinet clears bill for new monetary law To be published in the gazette,negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s stocks close down on geo-political tensions,10/10/2023,Commodities,"Uncertainty regarding geo-political tensions, and pending tax hikes on the cards in upcoming budget affected sentiment","Sri Lanka’s stocks close down on geo-political tensions Uncertainty regarding geo-political tensions, and pending tax hikes on the cards in upcoming budget affected sentiment",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Peradeniya University student suicide puts spotlight back on ragging,9/22/2022,Education,"“We can’t speak up even if we want to, because we don’t want to get ragged""","Sri Lanka Peradeniya University student suicide puts spotlight back on ragging “We can’t speak up even if we want to, because we don’t want to get ragged""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka President objects to ‘national government’ move,2/4/2019,Political News,President Maithripala Sirisena marked the country’s independence anniversary by attacking his cohabitation admini...,Sri Lanka President objects to ‘national government’ move President Maithripala Sirisena marked the country’s independence anniversary by attacking his cohabitation admini...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka debt so high, recovered stolen assets won't cover it: president",3/14/2024,Corruption,"""If you look at our debt, I don't think we can do that even if we go to the richest person in the world.""","Sri Lanka debt so high, recovered stolen assets won't cover it: president ""If you look at our debt, I don't think we can do that even if we go to the richest person in the world.""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka president to resign on July 13: Speaker,7/9/2022,Politics,Abeywardena urged the public to remain calm.,Sri Lanka president to resign on July 13: Speaker Abeywardena urged the public to remain calm.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank June 2020 quarter net up 4.5-pct,8/18/2020,Banking,Profits at Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank of Ceylon grew 4.5 percent from a year earlier to 3.6 billon rupees in the June 2...,Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank June 2020 quarter net up 4.5-pct Profits at Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank of Ceylon grew 4.5 percent from a year earlier to 3.6 billon rupees in the June 2...,positive,1 Sri Lankan freight forwarders see margin pressure from liner consolidation,12/24/2018,Logistics,ECONOMYNEXT – Consolidation among container shipping lines trying revive profitability is likely to squeeze profi...,Sri Lankan freight forwarders see margin pressure from liner consolidation ECONOMYNEXT – Consolidation among container shipping lines trying revive profitability is likely to squeeze profi...,negative,-1 Papal envoy visits bombed Kochchikade Shrine,5/22/2019,Uncategorized,"A special envoy of Pope Francis, Fernando Cardinal Filio is in the country and visited the bombed-out St Anthony’s Cat...","Papal envoy visits bombed Kochchikade Shrine A special envoy of Pope Francis, Fernando Cardinal Filio is in the country and visited the bombed-out St Anthony’s Cat...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee firmer, bond yields flat at open",7/24/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was stronger at 185.70/80 to US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields were flat in dull ...,"Sri Lanka rupee firmer, bond yields flat at open Sri Lanka rupee was stronger at 185.70/80 to US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields were flat in dull ...",negative,-1 Recognise Sri Lankan women's contributions including unpaid house work: Diana,3/8/2023,Gender Issues,The outspoken MP also highlighted harassment aimed at herself and other female colleagues in parliament.,Recognise Sri Lankan women's contributions including unpaid house work: Diana The outspoken MP also highlighted harassment aimed at herself and other female colleagues in parliament.,positive,1 Mangala calls for report on import of waste,7/24/2019,Politics,Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera is calling for a full investigation into the alleged import of scrap and used produ...,Mangala calls for report on import of waste Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera is calling for a full investigation into the alleged import of scrap and used produ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka bans blending of coconut oil,5/9/2021,Economy,"This Direction shall come into effect from 07th May, 2021","Sri Lanka bans blending of coconut oil This Direction shall come into effect from 07th May, 2021",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks close lower on profit taking and GDP contraction,12/16/2022,Bonds & Forex,GDP has contracted 11 percent in the third quarter of 2022,Sri Lanka stocks close lower on profit taking and GDP contraction GDP has contracted 11 percent in the third quarter of 2022,negative,-1 Controversial Millennium Challenge deal to be made public – Presidential Secretariat,6/26/2020,Economy,The former government signed two agreements connected to the Millennium Challenge Compact (MCC) and was granted USD10 mi...,Controversial Millennium Challenge deal to be made public – Presidential Secretariat The former government signed two agreements connected to the Millennium Challenge Compact (MCC) and was granted USD10 mi...,negative,-1 Rishad Bathiudeen arrested in Dehiwela early this morning,10/19/2020,Law and Order,Police investigators arrested former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen at an apartment in Dehiwela in the early hours of this m...,Rishad Bathiudeen arrested in Dehiwela early this morning Police investigators arrested former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen at an apartment in Dehiwela in the early hours of this m...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks trade up mid-day,11/22/2023,Markets,Turnover was at 1.6 million. ,Sri Lanka stocks trade up mid-day Turnover was at 1.6 million. ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka finally set for proper targeting on 208 bln rupee fresh welfare programme,6/20/2023,Economic Crisis,The government plans to start annually 208 billion rupee worth poverty alleviation programme from July,Sri Lanka finally set for proper targeting on 208 bln rupee fresh welfare programme The government plans to start annually 208 billion rupee worth poverty alleviation programme from July,negative,-1 Crisis-hit Sri Lanka lifts ban on Qatar Charity as it tries to secure fuel supply from Doha,6/30/2022,International Relations,President Rajapaksa government has accused Qatar Charity of funding terrorism activities and frozen its accounts.,Crisis-hit Sri Lanka lifts ban on Qatar Charity as it tries to secure fuel supply from Doha President Rajapaksa government has accused Qatar Charity of funding terrorism activities and frozen its accounts.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka President removes top detective probing Rajapaksas,11/19/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka President Maithripala Sirisena has ordered the immediate removal from the Criminal Investigation Department a ...,Sri Lanka President removes top detective probing Rajapaksas Sri Lanka President Maithripala Sirisena has ordered the immediate removal from the Criminal Investigation Department a ...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee steady, bonds dull ahead of bill auction",12/19/2018,Markets,Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted 180.05/15 to the US dollar in the spot market shortly after opening stronger from yesterday...,"Sri Lanka rupee steady, bonds dull ahead of bill auction Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted 180.05/15 to the US dollar in the spot market shortly after opening stronger from yesterday...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka exports up 11.8-pct up to July 2022,9/4/2022,Business,Exports of Apparel & Textiles grew 21.55% in July,Sri Lanka exports up 11.8-pct up to July 2022 Exports of Apparel & Textiles grew 21.55% in July,positive,1 Sri Lanka to invest US$11bn by 2030 to meet renewable target,7/11/2023,Economy,Power plants are to private sector financed,Sri Lanka to invest US$11bn by 2030 to meet renewable target Power plants are to private sector financed,negative,-1 Send more women to next Parliament - MPs,2/21/2020,Gender Issues,The women Members of Parliament are appealing to voters at the upcoming Parliamentary General elections to send more wom...,Send more women to next Parliament - MPs The women Members of Parliament are appealing to voters at the upcoming Parliamentary General elections to send more wom...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka police identify two out of three bodies found in one day,1/12/2022,Crime,"Bodies were found in Bambalapitiya, Wellawatte and Kolonnawa, all densely populated areas.","Sri Lanka police identify two out of three bodies found in one day Bodies were found in Bambalapitiya, Wellawatte and Kolonnawa, all densely populated areas.",negative,-1 GR denies influencing courts regarding Choka Malli’s swearing-in,9/11/2020,Constitutional Amendments,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is saying neither he nor Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa exerted undue influence on the Co...,GR denies influencing courts regarding Choka Malli’s swearing-in President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is saying neither he nor Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa exerted undue influence on the Co...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka cabinet clears changes to tax laws,1/10/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka' cabinet of ministers had cleared changes to tax laws to give effect to taxes that were slashed by the new adm...,Sri Lanka cabinet clears changes to tax laws Sri Lanka' cabinet of ministers had cleared changes to tax laws to give effect to taxes that were slashed by the new adm...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka President explains economic policy, future plans",6/2/2023,Economy,.,"Sri Lanka President explains economic policy, future plans .",positive,1 "Sri Lanka sovereign yields ease after bond repayment, IMF statement",1/18/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's bond yields have fallen sharply the repayment of a billion US dollar that matured on January 14 and the subs...,"Sri Lanka sovereign yields ease after bond repayment, IMF statement Sri Lanka's bond yields have fallen sharply the repayment of a billion US dollar that matured on January 14 and the subs...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka ruling party hasn't decided it'll back president at the polls: MP,3/12/2024,Politics,"""Some people express their personal opinion. I don't think that's fair,"" he said.","Sri Lanka ruling party hasn't decided it'll back president at the polls: MP ""Some people express their personal opinion. I don't think that's fair,"" he said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Development Bond auction for US$75mn opens,8/6/2021,Bonds & Forex,SLDB yields are higher than Treasury bills ,Sri Lanka Development Bond auction for US$75mn opens SLDB yields are higher than Treasury bills ,positive,1 Sri Lanka shares fall on dull sentiments,12/13/2022,Markets,The market witnessed a turnover of 1.3 billion rupees,Sri Lanka shares fall on dull sentiments The market witnessed a turnover of 1.3 billion rupees,negative,-1 Sri Lanka govt must use two-thirds majority for electoral reform soon: GL,8/24/2020,Politics,"The two-thirds majority obtained by Sri Lanka’s ruling party must be used to change the country’s electoral system, ...","Sri Lanka govt must use two-thirds majority for electoral reform soon: GL The two-thirds majority obtained by Sri Lanka’s ruling party must be used to change the country’s electoral system, ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka apparel exports to slowdown till April after record 2019,1/22/2020,Apparel,Sri Lanka's garment exports are expected to drop till April 2020 due to poor conditions in key markets after growing 5.1...,Sri Lanka apparel exports to slowdown till April after record 2019 Sri Lanka's garment exports are expected to drop till April 2020 due to poor conditions in key markets after growing 5.1...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka moots 21st constitutional amendment,4/19/2022,Political News,Party leaders agree at meeting,Sri Lanka moots 21st constitutional amendment Party leaders agree at meeting,positive,1 Sri Lanka-India grid connectivity to be realised by 2030: power minister,6/6/2023,Energy,"Sri Lanka’s government has priortised regional energy integration, the minister said.","Sri Lanka-India grid connectivity to be realised by 2030: power minister Sri Lanka’s government has priortised regional energy integration, the minister said.",positive,1 Sri Lanka stocks close 0.20-pct lower,7/8/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka stocks close 0.20 percent lower on Monday.,Sri Lanka stocks close 0.20-pct lower ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka stocks close 0.20 percent lower on Monday.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka has room to cut rates based on inflation target: CB Governor,10/6/2023,Economy,As a result still there is a slack in the overall aggregate demand,Sri Lanka has room to cut rates based on inflation target: CB Governor As a result still there is a slack in the overall aggregate demand,negative,-1 "Coronavirus: latest global developments, mass-graves in US",4/12/2020,International news,"The United States tops half a million reported infections on Friday, according to Johns Hopkins University.","Coronavirus: latest global developments, mass-graves in US The United States tops half a million reported infections on Friday, according to Johns Hopkins University.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to develop marine tourism with ADB assistance,5/27/2023,Tourism,"""The level of investment needed is difficult to estimate at the moment,"" Fernando said.","Sri Lanka to develop marine tourism with ADB assistance ""The level of investment needed is difficult to estimate at the moment,"" Fernando said.",negative,-1 Isolation orders for six areas in Colombo lifted – Army Chief,12/12/2020,Health,Six housing complexes in inner-city Colombo which had been declared no-go zones over Covid 19 infections have been relea...,Isolation orders for six areas in Colombo lifted – Army Chief Six housing complexes in inner-city Colombo which had been declared no-go zones over Covid 19 infections have been relea...,negative,-1 "Currency collapse, price controls hit Sri Lanka's Tokyo Cement in 2018",7/24/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's Tokyo Cement Plc said it was badly hit by a steep currency collapse in Sri Lanka in 2018 amid a slowdown in ...,"Currency collapse, price controls hit Sri Lanka's Tokyo Cement in 2018 Sri Lanka's Tokyo Cement Plc said it was badly hit by a steep currency collapse in Sri Lanka in 2018 amid a slowdown in ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka small hotels to get interest free loan of Rs500,000",5/30/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's small hotels and homestay hosts could get an interest free loan of up to 500,000 rupees to tide over the hi...","Sri Lanka small hotels to get interest free loan of Rs500,000 Sri Lanka's small hotels and homestay hosts could get an interest free loan of up to 500,000 rupees to tide over the hi...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka confirms 2,672 Coronavirus cases in new high, total Covid-19 deaths top 800",5/9/2021,Health,"The Health Ministry said 20,657 patients were under medical care by 2025 hours on May 09 up from 17,985","Sri Lanka confirms 2,672 Coronavirus cases in new high, total Covid-19 deaths top 800 The Health Ministry said 20,657 patients were under medical care by 2025 hours on May 09 up from 17,985",negative,-1 Sri Lanka slaps price controls on masks amid medical emergency,3/16/2020,Environment," Sri Lanka's National Medical Regulatory Authority, has slapped price control on masks as demand went up, as demand went...","Sri Lanka slaps price controls on masks amid medical emergency Sri Lanka's National Medical Regulatory Authority, has slapped price control on masks as demand went up, as demand went...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Supreme Court restores sacked parliament,11/13/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's Supreme Court on Tuesday overruled President Maithripala Sirisena's dissolution of parliament and ordered a ...,Sri Lanka Supreme Court restores sacked parliament Sri Lanka's Supreme Court on Tuesday overruled President Maithripala Sirisena's dissolution of parliament and ordered a ...,negative,-1 WHO pledges medical aid worth 4.0mn dollars to crisis-hit Sri Lanka,8/25/2022,Health,WHO is in the process of procuring medical supplies in collaboration with WHO’s Regional and Country Offices.,WHO pledges medical aid worth 4.0mn dollars to crisis-hit Sri Lanka WHO is in the process of procuring medical supplies in collaboration with WHO’s Regional and Country Offices.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee closes at 321.50/322.00 to the US dollar,1/2/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 321.50/322.00 to the US dollar on Tuesday from 322.20/40 on Monday, dealers said","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 321.50/322.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 321.50/322.00 to the US dollar on Tuesday from 322.20/40 on Monday, dealers said",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, gilt yields ease",10/8/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened firmer at 180.50/70 to the US dollar on Tuesday from Monday’s close, while bond yields ease...","Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, gilt yields ease Sri Lanka’s rupee opened firmer at 180.50/70 to the US dollar on Tuesday from Monday’s close, while bond yields ease...",positive,1 How to contact an electrician or plumber during Sri Lanka's Coronavirus curfew,4/12/2020,Energy,The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka said it had teamed with the island's electricity and water utilities to hel...,How to contact an electrician or plumber during Sri Lanka's Coronavirus curfew The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka said it had teamed with the island's electricity and water utilities to hel...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka President denies influence as Adani controversy hots up,6/12/2022,Energy,The President vehemently denied the statement made by the Chairman of the Ceylon Electricity Board,Sri Lanka President denies influence as Adani controversy hots up The President vehemently denied the statement made by the Chairman of the Ceylon Electricity Board,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks end 0.24-pct,6/30/2021,Markets,"LOLC Holdings, Nestle Lanka and Commercial Bank pushed ASPI down","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.24-pct LOLC Holdings, Nestle Lanka and Commercial Bank pushed ASPI down",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, bond yields fall post-auction",4/3/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee ended stronger at 174.45/60 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields fell following a primary au...","Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, bond yields fall post-auction Sri Lanka's rupee ended stronger at 174.45/60 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields fell following a primary au...",negative,-1 Korea funds Sri Lanka vocational training facility for hi-tech industry,8/21/2019,Business,Sri Lanka Wednesday opened a technical and vocational education facility in Colombo built with South Korean funds that i...,Korea funds Sri Lanka vocational training facility for hi-tech industry Sri Lanka Wednesday opened a technical and vocational education facility in Colombo built with South Korean funds that i...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to draft new Fossil Fuel Resource Development Act,1/26/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka will draft a new Fossil Fuel Resource Development Act to create a new legal framework for local fossil fuel an...,Sri Lanka to draft new Fossil Fuel Resource Development Act Sri Lanka will draft a new Fossil Fuel Resource Development Act to create a new legal framework for local fossil fuel an...,positive,1 First Ad Hoc dialogue on counter-terrorism with EU in Colombo,7/15/2019,Politics,A delegation led by European Union (EU) Counter-Terrorism Coordinator Gilles de Kerchove is wrapping up a round of talks...,First Ad Hoc dialogue on counter-terrorism with EU in Colombo A delegation led by European Union (EU) Counter-Terrorism Coordinator Gilles de Kerchove is wrapping up a round of talks...,positive,1 Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields marginally down across maturities,4/9/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s Treasury bill yields fell across maturities at Tuesday’s auction, data from the state debt office showed...","Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields marginally down across maturities Sri Lanka’s Treasury bill yields fell across maturities at Tuesday’s auction, data from the state debt office showed...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat, gilt yields unchanged",11/11/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat at 184.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields remained unc...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat, gilt yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat at 184.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields remained unc...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka tourism earnings revenues revised up 142-pct,2/27/2022,Business,"Higher tourism receipts, like exports and remittances generates more imports as recipients spend the money","Sri Lanka tourism earnings revenues revised up 142-pct Higher tourism receipts, like exports and remittances generates more imports as recipients spend the money",negative,-1 Si Lanka NDB’s Basel III debentures rated 'A(lka)',2/28/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Fitch Ratings said it has assigned National Development Bank's proposed Basel III-compliant subordinated d...,Si Lanka NDB’s Basel III debentures rated 'A(lka)' ECONOMYNEXT - Fitch Ratings said it has assigned National Development Bank's proposed Basel III-compliant subordinated d...,negative,-1 Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka net down 4.4-pct,11/16/2021,Bonds & Forex,During lockdowns authorities ban alcohol sales,Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka net down 4.4-pct During lockdowns authorities ban alcohol sales,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields flat",11/1/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.36/40 to the US dollar on Friday while bond yields were flat and stocks ope...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.36/40 to the US dollar on Friday while bond yields were flat and stocks ope...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka confirms 21st COVID-19 death; 397 new cases today,11/1/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka recorded its 21st COVID-19 death yesterday, a 40-year-old male that was undergoing treatment at the National H...","Sri Lanka confirms 21st COVID-19 death; 397 new cases today Sri Lanka recorded its 21st COVID-19 death yesterday, a 40-year-old male that was undergoing treatment at the National H...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Telecom to connect million homes with fibre, rates low: Fitch",12/23/2019,ICT,"Sri Lanka Telecom, the islands sole wireline operator is expecting to connect a million fibre optic customers in the nex...","Sri Lanka Telecom to connect million homes with fibre, rates low: Fitch Sri Lanka Telecom, the islands sole wireline operator is expecting to connect a million fibre optic customers in the nex...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks close 0.29-pct higher,6/9/2021,Markets,"Melstacorp, Lion Brewery and Distilleries pushed ASPI up.","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.29-pct higher Melstacorp, Lion Brewery and Distilleries pushed ASPI up.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker around 194.00/196.50 to the US dollar,2/10/2021,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker around 194.00/196.50 levels in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields edged up in dul...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker around 194.00/196.50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker around 194.00/196.50 levels in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields edged up in dul...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka manufacturing PMI up in May, services continue down",6/16/2022,Economy,Manufacturing recover from April holiday,"Sri Lanka manufacturing PMI up in May, services continue down Manufacturing recover from April holiday",negative,-1 Sri Lanka appoints presidential task force to oversee COVID-19 vaccination,1/11/2021,Health,A presidential task force chaired by chief advisor to the president Lalith Weeratunga will oversee a “National Deploym...,Sri Lanka appoints presidential task force to oversee COVID-19 vaccination A presidential task force chaired by chief advisor to the president Lalith Weeratunga will oversee a “National Deploym...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, gilt yields stable",2/7/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee ended slightly weaker at 181.40/50 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond ...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, gilt yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee ended slightly weaker at 181.40/50 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka does not need the IMF at the moment, no default: Minister Cabraal",9/4/2021,Economy,We do have a respect for the IMF and work with them in the past as well,"Sri Lanka does not need the IMF at the moment, no default: Minister Cabraal We do have a respect for the IMF and work with them in the past as well",positive,1 Sri Lanka's Laugfs Lubricants enters Bangladesh market,11/17/2022,Energy,Amid currency collapse,Sri Lanka's Laugfs Lubricants enters Bangladesh market Amid currency collapse,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee closes 198/199.00 to one-week dollar,3/19/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed marginally up Friday at 198/199.00 against the one-week dollar, after opening stronger, while bon...","Sri Lanka rupee closes 198/199.00 to one-week dollar Sri Lanka rupee closed marginally up Friday at 198/199.00 against the one-week dollar, after opening stronger, while bon...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka PM in talks with deputy over candidacy,9/7/2019,Political News,United National Party leader and Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is to hold crucial talks with his deputy Sajith Pr...,Sri Lanka PM in talks with deputy over candidacy United National Party leader and Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is to hold crucial talks with his deputy Sajith Pr...,positive,1 Analysts' view on Sri Lanka's 2023 budget,11/14/2022,Uncategorized,Analysts have a mixed view on the 2023 budget,Analysts' view on Sri Lanka's 2023 budget Analysts have a mixed view on the 2023 budget,negative,-1 Handunnetti to keep COPE forensic audit report confidential till next P'ment,12/3/2019,Corruption,COPE Chairman MP Sunil Handunnetti will keep the committee's forensic audit report on the alleged Central Bank bond scam...,Handunnetti to keep COPE forensic audit report confidential till next P'ment COPE Chairman MP Sunil Handunnetti will keep the committee's forensic audit report on the alleged Central Bank bond scam...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 196.20/197.00 levels in one-week forwards,3/2/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted weaker at 196.20/197.00 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Tuesday wh...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 196.20/197.00 levels in one-week forwards Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted weaker at 196.20/197.00 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Tuesday wh...,negative,-1 India funds for Sri Lanka railways climb to US$1.3bn,1/28/2019,Ground,"Sri Lanka is beginning to commission diesel multiple units supplied under a 100 million dollar credit line from India, w...","India funds for Sri Lanka railways climb to US$1.3bn Sri Lanka is beginning to commission diesel multiple units supplied under a 100 million dollar credit line from India, w...",negative,-1 Ministerial portfolios not a privilege but a responsibility – President,11/27/2019,Politics,"Ministerial portfolios and other positions bestowed on govt MPs must not be considered a privilege but a responsibility,...","Ministerial portfolios not a privilege but a responsibility – President Ministerial portfolios and other positions bestowed on govt MPs must not be considered a privilege but a responsibility,...",positive,1 Sri Lanka's coconut price down 2.6-pct at auction,3/12/2024,Agriculture,.,Sri Lanka's coconut price down 2.6-pct at auction .,negative,-1 Sri Lanka maintains over 2 hour power cut amid looming crisis ,9/29/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka has called for spot tenders to purchase coal.,Sri Lanka maintains over 2 hour power cut amid looming crisis  Sri Lanka has called for spot tenders to purchase coal.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's JAT Holdings seeks Rs1.5bn in IPO, Rs731 sale by investor",7/6/2021,Business,Plans to develop export markets,"Sri Lanka's JAT Holdings seeks Rs1.5bn in IPO, Rs731 sale by investor Plans to develop export markets",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Rupee ends firmer, bond yields flat",2/20/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee ended firmer at 181.55/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields remained...,"Sri Lanka Rupee ends firmer, bond yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee ended firmer at 181.55/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields remained...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka sells Rs.140 bn in T-bill auction,7/5/2023,Bonds & Forex,All offered 140 billion bills were sold,Sri Lanka sells Rs.140 bn in T-bill auction All offered 140 billion bills were sold,negative,-1 Sri Lanka cabinet approves proposed 22nd amendment to constitution,6/21/2022,Politics,The final draft of the amendment has yet to be publicised.,Sri Lanka cabinet approves proposed 22nd amendment to constitution The final draft of the amendment has yet to be publicised.,negative,-1 No decision yet to handover the government to Gota-Ashok,11/19/2019,Politics,Former Minister Ashok Abeysinghe that there is no decision has been taken yet to handover the government to the new Pres...,No decision yet to handover the government to Gota-Ashok Former Minister Ashok Abeysinghe that there is no decision has been taken yet to handover the government to the new Pres...,negative,-1 Shavendra Silva appointed Sri Lanka Army commander,8/19/2019,Defence,"Shavendra Silva has been appointed commander of Sri Lanka's army by President Maithripala Sirisena, after promoting him ...","Shavendra Silva appointed Sri Lanka Army commander Shavendra Silva has been appointed commander of Sri Lanka's army by President Maithripala Sirisena, after promoting him ...",positive,1 "MR to contest from Kurunegala, no leader named for Polonnaruwa",3/11/2020,Politics,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa will contest the upcoming Parliamentary General Election from his adopted constituency ...,"MR to contest from Kurunegala, no leader named for Polonnaruwa Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa will contest the upcoming Parliamentary General Election from his adopted constituency ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee opens flat, stock higher",5/27/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened steady at 176.30/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while gilt yields were stabl...","Sri Lanka rupee opens flat, stock higher Sri Lanka's rupee opened steady at 176.30/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while gilt yields were stabl...",negative,-1 Sacking of Sri Lanka parliament illegal: commissioner,11/12/2018,Legal,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s independent Election Commission believes that President Maithripala Sirisena cal...,Sacking of Sri Lanka parliament illegal: commissioner ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s independent Election Commission believes that President Maithripala Sirisena cal...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to call tenders for 50MW Mannar wind power plant,3/8/2024,Energy,Next week we plant to advertise tenders for a 50MW wind plant in Mannar,Sri Lanka to call tenders for 50MW Mannar wind power plant Next week we plant to advertise tenders for a 50MW wind plant in Mannar,negative,-1 Sri Lanka chain says its hotel first in India to get Bureau Veritas nod for Covid-19 safety,7/27/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence said its Turyaa Chennai hotel was the first resort in India to get certified for health and sa...,Sri Lanka chain says its hotel first in India to get Bureau Veritas nod for Covid-19 safety Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence said its Turyaa Chennai hotel was the first resort in India to get certified for health and sa...,positive,1 "Global virus cases top a million as Spain, Britain see record deaths",4/3/2020,International news,"Confirmed coronavirus cases around the world topped one million on Thursday and the number of deaths soared past 50,000 ...","Global virus cases top a million as Spain, Britain see record deaths Confirmed coronavirus cases around the world topped one million on Thursday and the number of deaths soared past 50,000 ...",positive,1 Money to pay Sri Lanka state salaries on January 25 mostly found: Minister,1/24/2023,Economy,Salaries will be paid on January 25,Money to pay Sri Lanka state salaries on January 25 mostly found: Minister Salaries will be paid on January 25,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka former MP, murder convict Duminda Silva hospitalised after arrest order: sources",6/1/2022,Politics,"""Silva has been admitted to the Sri Jayewardenepura hospital,"" sources told EconomyNext.","Sri Lanka former MP, murder convict Duminda Silva hospitalised after arrest order: sources ""Silva has been admitted to the Sri Jayewardenepura hospital,"" sources told EconomyNext.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stock market closed,5/10/2022,Markets,Market holiday amid curfew,Sri Lanka stock market closed Market holiday amid curfew,negative,-1 Three injured when police shoot speeding car amid COVID-19 curfew,4/3/2020,Crime,Three persons were injured when police opened fire at a speeding car in Egodauyana last night when it had failed to heed...,Three injured when police shoot speeding car amid COVID-19 curfew Three persons were injured when police opened fire at a speeding car in Egodauyana last night when it had failed to heed...,negative,-1 "Devani, the brave Forest Officer can be a harbinger for change",2/13/2020,Uncategorized,Devani Jayathilaka the young woman Forest Officer who stopped State Minister Sanath Nishantha in his tracks is the viral...,"Devani, the brave Forest Officer can be a harbinger for change Devani Jayathilaka the young woman Forest Officer who stopped State Minister Sanath Nishantha in his tracks is the viral...",positive,1 Sri Lanka plans to vaccinate 13 million by end of September: President Rajapaksa,6/25/2021,Health,"""We should be able to vaccinate almost everyone over the age of 30 by then,"" he said.","Sri Lanka plans to vaccinate 13 million by end of September: President Rajapaksa ""We should be able to vaccinate almost everyone over the age of 30 by then,"" he said.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka domestic, transshipment container volumes down in March",5/12/2023,Logistics,"India, Sri Lanka external trade down","Sri Lanka domestic, transshipment container volumes down in March India, Sri Lanka external trade down",negative,-1 Sri Lanka electronic producers linked with Bangladesh buyers by EDB,10/2/2022,Business, Bangladesh is exploring opportunties to set up electronic product manufacturing units in the region.,Sri Lanka electronic producers linked with Bangladesh buyers by EDB Bangladesh is exploring opportunties to set up electronic product manufacturing units in the region.,positive,1 Two including CEB contractor killed in accident while on duty,4/8/2019,Uncategorized,"Two people, including a Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) contractor who had been clearing branches, were killed in an acci...","Two including CEB contractor killed in accident while on duty Two people, including a Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) contractor who had been clearing branches, were killed in an acci...",negative,-1 Meet GMT recommendations when granting tax incentives: Sri Lanka think tank,10/30/2023,Economy,The GMT rule is an agreement introduced by the OECD/G20 in October 2021.,Meet GMT recommendations when granting tax incentives: Sri Lanka think tank The GMT rule is an agreement introduced by the OECD/G20 in October 2021.,positive,1 Sri Lanka’s Dipped Products Sept quarter net up 270-pct,11/13/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan rubber gloves maker Dipped Products said net profit shot up 270 percent to 153 million r...,Sri Lanka’s Dipped Products Sept quarter net up 270-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan rubber gloves maker Dipped Products said net profit shot up 270 percent to 153 million r...,negative,-1 Monsanto's Roundup weedkiller contributed to US man's cancer: jury,3/20/2019,International news,"The weedkiller Roundup was a ""substantial factor"" in the cancer of a US man who developed a lump in his throat after dec...","Monsanto's Roundup weedkiller contributed to US man's cancer: jury The weedkiller Roundup was a ""substantial factor"" in the cancer of a US man who developed a lump in his throat after dec...",negative,-1 Discrediting Intelligence Reports encourages terrorism-PM,7/15/2019,Politics,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is saying that attempting to discredit a part of the report produced by the intellig...,Discrediting Intelligence Reports encourages terrorism-PM Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is saying that attempting to discredit a part of the report produced by the intellig...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka’s rupee opens at 323.80/324.20, bond yields stable",10/6/2023,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.80/324.20 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said. ","Sri Lanka’s rupee opens at 323.80/324.20, bond yields stable ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.80/324.20 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said. ",positive,1 Shafi case: CID complains against Magistrate Hewawasam,7/25/2019,Uncategorized,The Police Department is lodging a formal complaint against the Magistrate hearing the case against the Kurunegala docto...,Shafi case: CID complains against Magistrate Hewawasam The Police Department is lodging a formal complaint against the Magistrate hearing the case against the Kurunegala docto...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks close 0.15-pct higher,6/21/2021,Markets,Turnover was 1.9 billion rupees with 74 stocks gaining and 92 falling.,Sri Lanka stocks close 0.15-pct higher Turnover was 1.9 billion rupees with 74 stocks gaining and 92 falling.,negative,-1 Cops arrested over Sri Lanka police shooting in Rambukkana produced in court,4/29/2022,Human Rights,The incident occurred on April 19 after police allegedly shot a protestor in Rambukkana.,Cops arrested over Sri Lanka police shooting in Rambukkana produced in court The incident occurred on April 19 after police allegedly shot a protestor in Rambukkana.,negative,-1 Fifth fuel queue death reported in cash-strapped Sri Lanka,3/28/2022,Economy,He is survived by his children and grandchildren.,Fifth fuel queue death reported in cash-strapped Sri Lanka He is survived by his children and grandchildren.,negative,-1 UAE and New Zealand envoys meet President,12/4/2019,International Relations,Envoys from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and New Zealand called on President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the Presidential Se...,UAE and New Zealand envoys meet President Envoys from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and New Zealand called on President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the Presidential Se...,positive,1 "Five new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 3,276",9/18/2020,Health,"Five new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (18), the National Operations Centre for Prevent...","Five new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 3,276 Five new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (18), the National Operations Centre for Prevent...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields unchanged",8/31/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 185.90/186.00 against the US dollar on Monday while bond yields remain unchanged, dea...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 185.90/186.00 against the US dollar on Monday while bond yields remain unchanged, dea...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s hour of shame: Rescued Thai tusker returns home,7/2/2023,Political News,The elephant to undergo hydro therapy in Thailand,Sri Lanka’s hour of shame: Rescued Thai tusker returns home The elephant to undergo hydro therapy in Thailand,negative,-1 Bomb-hit Zion church will be repaired by Christmas,6/30/2019,Uncategorized,The Sri Lanka Army which is reconstructing the Zion Evangelical Church in Batticaloa is saying that the job will be done...,Bomb-hit Zion church will be repaired by Christmas The Sri Lanka Army which is reconstructing the Zion Evangelical Church in Batticaloa is saying that the job will be done...,negative,-1 Asian markets tumble after disappointing US earnings,7/26/2019,International news,Asian markets were down across the board on Friday after disappointing US earnings and a bearish outlook on hopes for a ...,Asian markets tumble after disappointing US earnings Asian markets were down across the board on Friday after disappointing US earnings and a bearish outlook on hopes for a ...,negative,-1 Tensions in the alliance SLFP complains of broken promises,12/19/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,Internal conflicts between the two main parties in the governing Sri Lanka Nidahas Podujana Peramuna are emerging as the...,Tensions in the alliance SLFP complains of broken promises Internal conflicts between the two main parties in the governing Sri Lanka Nidahas Podujana Peramuna are emerging as the...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka fiscal stimulus to close output gap,12/22/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's sweeping tax cuts are are fiscal stimulus will close a ""persistent output gap"", seen in recent years and tra...","Sri Lanka fiscal stimulus to close output gap Sri Lanka's sweeping tax cuts are are fiscal stimulus will close a ""persistent output gap"", seen in recent years and tra...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's sex workers face false charges: Women’s collective,9/27/2023,Human Rights,"Sex workers face fundamental rights violations including unlawful detention and cruel, inhumane and degrading treatment","Sri Lanka's sex workers face false charges: Women’s collective Sex workers face fundamental rights violations including unlawful detention and cruel, inhumane and degrading treatment",negative,-1 No attempts to discourage solar power - Ravi,6/18/2019,Economy,"Minister of Power, Energy and Business Development Ravi Karunanayake said that no decision has been taken to discourage ...","No attempts to discourage solar power - Ravi Minister of Power, Energy and Business Development Ravi Karunanayake said that no decision has been taken to discourage ...",positive,1 "UNP candidate's spouse and supporter injured in attack, claims party",8/3/2020,Politics,The spouse and a supporter of a United National Party (UNP) candidate were hospitalised following an attack last evening...,"UNP candidate's spouse and supporter injured in attack, claims party The spouse and a supporter of a United National Party (UNP) candidate were hospitalised following an attack last evening...",negative,-1 Dealing with the gig economy,2/15/2020,Consumer Affairs,"Worries about the rise of the gig economy are mostly overblown, but its tax and technology policy ramifications require ...","Dealing with the gig economy Worries about the rise of the gig economy are mostly overblown, but its tax and technology policy ramifications require ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka expands defence ministry functions,5/23/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's Ministry of Defence has formally listed a series of training agencies including the National Police Academy,...","Sri Lanka expands defence ministry functions Sri Lanka's Ministry of Defence has formally listed a series of training agencies including the National Police Academy,...",positive,1 Sri Lanka to start more credit schemes with 1.0-pct central bank money,6/16/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's central bank said it will issue more new money to banks at 1.0 percent to give loans under credit schemes wh...,Sri Lanka to start more credit schemes with 1.0-pct central bank money Sri Lanka's central bank said it will issue more new money to banks at 1.0 percent to give loans under credit schemes wh...,negative,-1 "Mangala steps down from Parliamentary politics: ""Gotabaya is inefficient and shortsighted""",6/9/2020,Political News,Veteran politician Mangala Samaraweera is saying he is stepping down from Parliamentary politics and asked voters not to...,"Mangala steps down from Parliamentary politics: ""Gotabaya is inefficient and shortsighted"" Veteran politician Mangala Samaraweera is saying he is stepping down from Parliamentary politics and asked voters not to...",negative,-1 SLPP will get two-thirds majority with the assistance of allied parties - Chandrapala Wijepala,8/6/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,"The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna and its allies will reach a two-thirds majority at the end of the night, a senior party ...","SLPP will get two-thirds majority with the assistance of allied parties - Chandrapala Wijepala The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna and its allies will reach a two-thirds majority at the end of the night, a senior party ...",positive,1 Sri Lanka needs permission from India to develop Trinco oil tanks: Minister,11/25/2023,Economy,"For us to give an asset belonging to us, do we have to ask India? - opposition","Sri Lanka needs permission from India to develop Trinco oil tanks: Minister For us to give an asset belonging to us, do we have to ask India? - opposition",negative,-1 "Cardinal: Easter attackers ""spritually forgiven"" but plotters must be punished",4/17/2020,Easter Sunday attacks,Sri Lanka’s Roman Catholic Church is ready to “spiritually forgive” the plotters and the perpetrators of last year...,"Cardinal: Easter attackers ""spritually forgiven"" but plotters must be punished Sri Lanka’s Roman Catholic Church is ready to “spiritually forgive” the plotters and the perpetrators of last year...",negative,-1 Nepal activists protest Sri Lanka death penalty,7/2/2019,Uncategorized,Activists in Nepal are currently holding a protest in Kathmandu against President Maithripala Sirisena's decision to lif...,Nepal activists protest Sri Lanka death penalty Activists in Nepal are currently holding a protest in Kathmandu against President Maithripala Sirisena's decision to lif...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s Colombo Port capacity will rise to 15mn boxes in 3 years: Minister,6/9/2023,Economy,"We plan to increase the capacity in the two to three years,” De Silva said.","Sri Lanka’s Colombo Port capacity will rise to 15mn boxes in 3 years: Minister We plan to increase the capacity in the two to three years,” De Silva said.",positive,1 "Most Asian markets rise with China, US optimistic on trade",4/5/2019,International news,Asian markets were mostly up in holiday-thinned trade on Friday as investors took support from hopes that China and the ...,"Most Asian markets rise with China, US optimistic on trade Asian markets were mostly up in holiday-thinned trade on Friday as investors took support from hopes that China and the ...",negative,-1 "Gender budgeting, two new bills to empower women: Sri Lanka president",3/8/2024,Gender Issues,"Imperative that women’s rights go beyond mere rhetoric, Ranil Wickremesinghe tells International Women’s Day event","Gender budgeting, two new bills to empower women: Sri Lanka president Imperative that women’s rights go beyond mere rhetoric, Ranil Wickremesinghe tells International Women’s Day event",positive,1 Tamil Nadu on high alert following unconfirmed Sri Lanka armed group infiltration threat,6/14/2021,Defence,"Authorities had been alerted of armed men sailing on a boat from Sri Lanka “to enter the state with a sinister design""","Tamil Nadu on high alert following unconfirmed Sri Lanka armed group infiltration threat Authorities had been alerted of armed men sailing on a boat from Sri Lanka “to enter the state with a sinister design""",negative,-1 Elections Commission tells Supreme Court it cannot hold polls on June 20,5/20/2020,Courts,The bombshell dropped in the ornate and vast Ceremonial Court of Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court today by the National Elect...,Elections Commission tells Supreme Court it cannot hold polls on June 20 The bombshell dropped in the ornate and vast Ceremonial Court of Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court today by the National Elect...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka seeks US$200mn credit lines from Australia, Pakistan: report",2/6/2022,Economy,Credit lines for food,"Sri Lanka seeks US$200mn credit lines from Australia, Pakistan: report Credit lines for food",negative,-1 TISL challenges Sri Lanka’s anti-graft chief’s appointment in Supreme Court,5/8/2024,Corruption,The new Act comes as part of an IMF condition,TISL challenges Sri Lanka’s anti-graft chief’s appointment in Supreme Court The new Act comes as part of an IMF condition,negative,-1 Sri Lanka special GST draft law against constitution: Supreme Court,2/22/2022,Uncategorized,"The Special GST consolidates several taxes on liquor, cigarettes, telecommunications, betting and gaming and vehicles.","Sri Lanka special GST draft law against constitution: Supreme Court The Special GST consolidates several taxes on liquor, cigarettes, telecommunications, betting and gaming and vehicles.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka schedules powercut of 5-hours for May 12,5/12/2022,Energy,.,Sri Lanka schedules powercut of 5-hours for May 12 .,negative,-1 SC rules no Provincial Council polls without delimitation,9/3/2019,Politics,The Supreme Court has ruled that without a new Delimitation report that lays out the boundaries for electorates for the ...,SC rules no Provincial Council polls without delimitation The Supreme Court has ruled that without a new Delimitation report that lays out the boundaries for electorates for the ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka President orders CEB to build 300MW coal plant fast,6/6/2020,Energy,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had ordered the state-run Ceylon Electricity Board to quickly build a 300 Mega ...,Sri Lanka President orders CEB to build 300MW coal plant fast Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had ordered the state-run Ceylon Electricity Board to quickly build a 300 Mega ...,negative,-1 Hirunika says Mount Lavinia beach enrichment will hit fishers,6/2/2020,Environment,Former MP Hirunika Premachandra is raising questions about the attempt by government agencies to enrich the beach at Mou...,Hirunika says Mount Lavinia beach enrichment will hit fishers Former MP Hirunika Premachandra is raising questions about the attempt by government agencies to enrich the beach at Mou...,negative,-1 "Ceylon tea, gemstones have huge demand in China, says envoy",1/10/2022,Tea,Sri Lankan gemstones and tea sold out within seconds in China,"Ceylon tea, gemstones have huge demand in China, says envoy Sri Lankan gemstones and tea sold out within seconds in China",positive,1 Sri Lanka lifts daytime curfews in Kaluthara and Puttalam districts,5/11/2020,Legal,"Sri Lanka has lifted a daytime Coronavirus curfew in Kaluthara and Puttalam districts from May 11, the President's offic...","Sri Lanka lifts daytime curfews in Kaluthara and Puttalam districts Sri Lanka has lifted a daytime Coronavirus curfew in Kaluthara and Puttalam districts from May 11, the President's offic...",positive,1 CID probing ten charges against former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen – AG’s Dept,10/19/2020,Corruption,The Fort Magistrate has remanded former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen and six others who had allegedly helped him to avoid ...,CID probing ten charges against former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen – AG’s Dept The Fort Magistrate has remanded former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen and six others who had allegedly helped him to avoid ...,negative,-1 US firms say near-term outlook dimming amid slow growth: Fed,10/17/2019,International news,Less than stellar US growth in recent weeks has caused many businesses to lower their outlooks ,US firms say near-term outlook dimming amid slow growth: Fed Less than stellar US growth in recent weeks has caused many businesses to lower their outlooks ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka cement production picks up,11/25/2019,Construction and Real Estate,Sri Lanka's domestic cement production has risen 26.6 percent from a year earlier to 2.31 million tonnes in the first se...,Sri Lanka cement production picks up Sri Lanka's domestic cement production has risen 26.6 percent from a year earlier to 2.31 million tonnes in the first se...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka bond yields slightly up, spot US dollar Rs312/313",7/7/2023,Uncategorized,Profits taking in infra-day trade,"Sri Lanka bond yields slightly up, spot US dollar Rs312/313 Profits taking in infra-day trade",positive,1 Sri Lanka says Moodys sovereign rating downgrade to 'Caa1' unwarranted,9/28/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has said a downgrade of the sovereign rating by two notches to 'Caa1' by Moody's is unwarranted.,Sri Lanka says Moodys sovereign rating downgrade to 'Caa1' unwarranted Sri Lanka has said a downgrade of the sovereign rating by two notches to 'Caa1' by Moody's is unwarranted.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, gilt yields up",9/3/2020,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka rupee was quoted 185.25/30 flat against the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields gained and stocks down, d...","Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, gilt yields up Sri Lanka rupee was quoted 185.25/30 flat against the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields gained and stocks down, d...",negative,-1 "Qualified people to head Sri Lanka SOEs, president says",11/22/2019,Business,Only qualified and experienced people will be appointed to head Sri Lanka's statutory bodies and State-Owned Enterprises...,"Qualified people to head Sri Lanka SOEs, president says Only qualified and experienced people will be appointed to head Sri Lanka's statutory bodies and State-Owned Enterprises...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka begins vaccinating 20-29 age category in four districts,9/6/2021,Health,"Vaccination commenced in the Colombo, Gampaha, Galle and Kalutara districts.","Sri Lanka begins vaccinating 20-29 age category in four districts Vaccination commenced in the Colombo, Gampaha, Galle and Kalutara districts.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to vaccinate all children aged 15 to 19 against COVID-19,10/7/2021,Health,"""We believe the rollout will start within the next two weeks,"" he said.","Sri Lanka to vaccinate all children aged 15 to 19 against COVID-19 ""We believe the rollout will start within the next two weeks,"" he said.",negative,-1 US Federal Reserve holds rates after bank stress,6/15/2023,Economy,Tighter credit conditions for households and businesses are likely to weigh on economic activity,US Federal Reserve holds rates after bank stress Tighter credit conditions for households and businesses are likely to weigh on economic activity,negative,-1 "Calls for Sri Lanka parliamentary elections, new cabinet",11/18/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka Podujana Party of newly elected Sri Lanka president is calling on members of parliament who backed Prime Minis...,"Calls for Sri Lanka parliamentary elections, new cabinet Sri Lanka Podujana Party of newly elected Sri Lanka president is calling on members of parliament who backed Prime Minis...",negative,-1 "Five-member committee to probe Mahara prison riots; govt suspects ""invisible hand""",12/1/2020,Law and Order,Justice Minister Ali Sabry appointed a five-member committee on Monday (Nov 30) to investigate the riots and violence th...,"Five-member committee to probe Mahara prison riots; govt suspects ""invisible hand"" Justice Minister Ali Sabry appointed a five-member committee on Monday (Nov 30) to investigate the riots and violence th...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's PHIs to take legal action against violators of COVID-19 guidelines,12/7/2021,Health,"""People have forgotten that we are still in a pandemic,” he said.","Sri Lanka's PHIs to take legal action against violators of COVID-19 guidelines ""People have forgotten that we are still in a pandemic,” he said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka ‘revenge porn’ spark calls for tougher privacy laws,12/24/2022,Legal, The release of the footage came shortly after putting the monk behind bars,Sri Lanka ‘revenge porn’ spark calls for tougher privacy laws The release of the footage came shortly after putting the monk behind bars,negative,-1 "Canada warns nationals in Sri Lanka of economic crisis-led food, med shortages",1/15/2022,Economy,It also warned of possible poor delivery of public services including healthcare due to the economic crisis.,"Canada warns nationals in Sri Lanka of economic crisis-led food, med shortages It also warned of possible poor delivery of public services including healthcare due to the economic crisis.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bonds close down, rupee 322.00/324.00 to dollar",7/17/2023,Bonds & Forex,US dollar closed at 322.00/324.00 rupees.,"Sri Lanka bonds close down, rupee 322.00/324.00 to dollar US dollar closed at 322.00/324.00 rupees.",negative,-1 Central Expressway issues will be sorted out - RDA,9/5/2019,Uncategorized,The Road Development Authority (RDA) is optimistic that the problems being faced in the construction of Phase One and T...,Central Expressway issues will be sorted out - RDA The Road Development Authority (RDA) is optimistic that the problems being faced in the construction of Phase One and T...,negative,-1 UNP says Sri Lanka state Covid-19 suspect TV journalist came to their press conference,10/16/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's opposition United National Party said a state television journalist who has been tested for Coronavirus and ...,UNP says Sri Lanka state Covid-19 suspect TV journalist came to their press conference Sri Lanka's opposition United National Party said a state television journalist who has been tested for Coronavirus and ...,negative,-1 SriLankan Airlines' Airbus deal flouted procurement rules: Auditor General,11/14/2019,Aviation, State-run SriLankan Airlines had violated government procurement guidelines in entering a deal to purchase and lease 14...,SriLankan Airlines' Airbus deal flouted procurement rules: Auditor General State-run SriLankan Airlines had violated government procurement guidelines in entering a deal to purchase and lease 14...,negative,-1 SriLankan Catering flight kitchen in Rs.250mn expansion,8/15/2019,Aviation,"State-owned SriLankan Catering Limited, which prepares meals for airlines at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA...","SriLankan Catering flight kitchen in Rs.250mn expansion State-owned SriLankan Catering Limited, which prepares meals for airlines at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka central bank owned Treasuries top Rs2trillion,6/21/2022,Economy,Rs48billion injected outright,Sri Lanka central bank owned Treasuries top Rs2trillion Rs48billion injected outright,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stocks end 0.09-pct higher, buying in CTC, SLT",5/30/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.09 percent higher, with buying in Ceylon Tobacco Company and Sri Lanka Telecom, provisional ...","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.09-pct higher, buying in CTC, SLT Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.09 percent higher, with buying in Ceylon Tobacco Company and Sri Lanka Telecom, provisional ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka has less choices with debt becoming unsustainable: IMF Asia Pac Chief,5/16/2023,Economy,"It is pretty ambitious, but there is little by way of choice","Sri Lanka has less choices with debt becoming unsustainable: IMF Asia Pac Chief It is pretty ambitious, but there is little by way of choice",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee at 364 to TT dollar, guidance rate at 359.65",5/18/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,"Sri Lanka rupee at 364 to TT dollar, guidance rate at 359.65 .",negative,-1 Political crisis seen delaying Iluka mining investment in Sri Lanka,1/25/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT - Australian mineral sands miner Iluka Resources Ltd. has said Sri Lanka’s recent political crisis co...,Political crisis seen delaying Iluka mining investment in Sri Lanka ECONOMYNEXT - Australian mineral sands miner Iluka Resources Ltd. has said Sri Lanka’s recent political crisis co...,negative,-1 Gafoor building Navy contingent quarantined after Sailor tests positive for COVID 19,5/28/2020,Health,The COVID 19 Task Force has placed the Navy garrison stationed in the Gaffoor Building in the heart of Colombo Fort unde...,Gafoor building Navy contingent quarantined after Sailor tests positive for COVID 19 The COVID 19 Task Force has placed the Navy garrison stationed in the Gaffoor Building in the heart of Colombo Fort unde...,negative,-1 Queen's passing: Sri Lanka declares Sep 19 national day of mourning,9/9/2022,International Relations,Opposition leader Sajith Premadasa also tweeted his condolences Friday afternoon.,Queen's passing: Sri Lanka declares Sep 19 national day of mourning Opposition leader Sajith Premadasa also tweeted his condolences Friday afternoon.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka industries minister in self-isolation after COVID scare,7/29/2021,Health,"“Considering I’m a close contact of the police officers, I have decided to quarantine myself at home for 14 days""","Sri Lanka industries minister in self-isolation after COVID scare “Considering I’m a close contact of the police officers, I have decided to quarantine myself at home for 14 days""",negative,-1 "Helidarawwa, video series debunking COVID-19 misinformation, launched in Sri Lanka",4/8/2020,Health,"Helidarawwa, a journalistic initiative put together to debunk disinformation surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, was laun...","Helidarawwa, video series debunking COVID-19 misinformation, launched in Sri Lanka Helidarawwa, a journalistic initiative put together to debunk disinformation surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, was laun...",negative,-1 Counting the Cost: Terrorism and its Impact on the Sri Lankan Economy,5/8/2019,Op-ed/Special Reports,Terrorism is not an obvious subject for economic analysis. The greatest cost comes in the form of lives lost and injured...,Counting the Cost: Terrorism and its Impact on the Sri Lankan Economy Terrorism is not an obvious subject for economic analysis. The greatest cost comes in the form of lives lost and injured...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka local govt polls: Cabinet spokesman points to dire financial situation,1/24/2023,Politics,"“If for some reason the IMF doesn’t sign this agreement, there is no tomorrow for this country.”","Sri Lanka local govt polls: Cabinet spokesman points to dire financial situation “If for some reason the IMF doesn’t sign this agreement, there is no tomorrow for this country.”",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka remittances up after tight money kills parallel FX gap, Pakistan down",1/23/2023,Economy,Pakistan has seen its reserve fall from 17 to 4 billion US dollars over 12 months,"Sri Lanka remittances up after tight money kills parallel FX gap, Pakistan down Pakistan has seen its reserve fall from 17 to 4 billion US dollars over 12 months",negative,-1 Sri Lanka budget transparency below minimum on international survey: think tank,6/5/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's budget transparency is below minimum standard on a international comparison set by a Open Budget Survey, whi...","Sri Lanka budget transparency below minimum on international survey: think tank Sri Lanka's budget transparency is below minimum standard on a international comparison set by a Open Budget Survey, whi...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka plans 2019 budget with 3.5-pct deficit,1/4/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved plans by Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera for a budget with a deficit ...,Sri Lanka plans 2019 budget with 3.5-pct deficit Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved plans by Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera for a budget with a deficit ...,negative,-1 UNP will hold disciplinary inquiry on Ranjan's leaked calls – Akila Viraj,1/8/2020,Politics,A disciplinary inquiry will be held against UNP MP Ranjan Ramanayake over the controversial telephone conversations leak...,UNP will hold disciplinary inquiry on Ranjan's leaked calls – Akila Viraj A disciplinary inquiry will be held against UNP MP Ranjan Ramanayake over the controversial telephone conversations leak...,negative,-1 Main opposition still deadlocked over nominees for National List seats,8/11/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,The Main Opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) remains deadlocked over finalizing its National List with Party Leaders...,Main opposition still deadlocked over nominees for National List seats The Main Opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) remains deadlocked over finalizing its National List with Party Leaders...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka inks investment deals worth US$765mn in 1Q: BOI,4/6/2022,Economy,"Received applications for projects with 1,412 million US dollars","Sri Lanka inks investment deals worth US$765mn in 1Q: BOI Received applications for projects with 1,412 million US dollars",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rough rice harvest forecast at 2.4mn metric tonnes for 2020 Maha,1/17/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka is making a preliminary paddy (rough rice) harvest forecast of 2.4 million metric tonnes for the main Maha cro...,Sri Lanka rough rice harvest forecast at 2.4mn metric tonnes for 2020 Maha Sri Lanka is making a preliminary paddy (rough rice) harvest forecast of 2.4 million metric tonnes for the main Maha cro...,negative,-1 Global Seafoods to process Wakame seaweed in Sri Lanka,5/22/2019,Agriculture,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan seafood exporter Global Seafoods Pvt Ltd is to process Wakame seaweed, highly valued, fa...","Global Seafoods to process Wakame seaweed in Sri Lanka ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan seafood exporter Global Seafoods Pvt Ltd is to process Wakame seaweed, highly valued, fa...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee closes around 199/208 levels to one-month dollar,5/12/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields remain unchanged.,Sri Lanka rupee closes around 199/208 levels to one-month dollar Bond yields remain unchanged.,negative,-1 ETI Finance sale to Blue Summit to be probed by Sri Lanka Presidential Commission,1/13/2020,Legal,"Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed a commission to probe the sale of assets of ETI Finance Ltd, a tr...","ETI Finance sale to Blue Summit to be probed by Sri Lanka Presidential Commission Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed a commission to probe the sale of assets of ETI Finance Ltd, a tr...",negative,-1 Du Plessis leads by example as South Africa beat Sri Lanka,5/25/2019,Culture,South Africa captain Faf Du Plessis led by example with a confident 88 as his side cruised to an 87-run win over Sri Lan...,Du Plessis leads by example as South Africa beat Sri Lanka South Africa captain Faf Du Plessis led by example with a confident 88 as his side cruised to an 87-run win over Sri Lan...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka's Peoples Insurance A+(lka) confirmed amid import controls, pandemic",10/23/2021,Business,Fitch Ratings has confirmed an 'A+(lka)' National Insurer Financial Strength rating of People's Insurance Plc ,"Sri Lanka's Peoples Insurance A+(lka) confirmed amid import controls, pandemic Fitch Ratings has confirmed an 'A+(lka)' National Insurer Financial Strength rating of People's Insurance Plc ",positive,1 "Sri Lanka stocks ease from record highs, punters pounce on banks",1/19/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.4 percent from a record high on Wednesday as some high flying stocks lost steam to profit taking...,"Sri Lanka stocks ease from record highs, punters pounce on banks Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.4 percent from a record high on Wednesday as some high flying stocks lost steam to profit taking...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka sovereign bond holders write to the IMF,2/3/2023,Economy,Raises matter relating to domestic debt restructuring and economic assumptions,Sri Lanka sovereign bond holders write to the IMF Raises matter relating to domestic debt restructuring and economic assumptions,negative,-1 Uva Provincial Council term to end today,10/8/2019,Politics,"The term of the Uva Provincial Council (PC) is set to expire at midnight today (08), Uva Province Governor Maithri Gunar...","Uva Provincial Council term to end today The term of the Uva Provincial Council (PC) is set to expire at midnight today (08), Uva Province Governor Maithri Gunar...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Finance Minister, CB Governor to open Economic Summit",12/2/2021,Economy,Sessions on seven areas,"Sri Lanka Finance Minister, CB Governor to open Economic Summit Sessions on seven areas",positive,1 Sri Lankan Airlines flies in donated medicine in soft-peg crisis,6/23/2022,Uncategorized,The firm will continue to airlift the medical supplies gifted by other countries free of freight Charges,Sri Lankan Airlines flies in donated medicine in soft-peg crisis The firm will continue to airlift the medical supplies gifted by other countries free of freight Charges,positive,1 Sri Lanka guidance peg edge up despite dollar shortage,6/29/2022,Markets,T-bill yields jumped across the tenure at the weekly auction on Wednesday. ,Sri Lanka guidance peg edge up despite dollar shortage T-bill yields jumped across the tenure at the weekly auction on Wednesday. ,positive,1 Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank net down 11-pct in Dec 21 amid loan losses,2/28/2022,Stocks & Companies,Commercial Bank group reported earnings of 4.37 rupees per share for the December 2021 quarter.,Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank net down 11-pct in Dec 21 amid loan losses Commercial Bank group reported earnings of 4.37 rupees per share for the December 2021 quarter.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka transfers funds to repay US$500mn sovereign bond,1/17/2022,Economy,The January bond is the first of two bonds falling due,Sri Lanka transfers funds to repay US$500mn sovereign bond The January bond is the first of two bonds falling due,negative,-1 Sri Lanka education start-up Magicbit raises funding through Angel Fund,10/25/2021,Business,This is Angel Fund's second investment for 2021,Sri Lanka education start-up Magicbit raises funding through Angel Fund This is Angel Fund's second investment for 2021,positive,1 "Sri Lanka Coronavirus health guidelines for supermarkets, restaurants",4/29/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's Health Ministry has issued the following guidelines for supermarkets, and restaurants and eateries when Coro...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus health guidelines for supermarkets, restaurants Sri Lanka's Health Ministry has issued the following guidelines for supermarkets, and restaurants and eateries when Coro...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka confirms over 70 Coronavirus cases,3/20/2020,Health,The number of confirmed cases of people infected with the COVID19 virus in Sri Lanka has risen to 70 as of today March 2...,Sri Lanka confirms over 70 Coronavirus cases The number of confirmed cases of people infected with the COVID19 virus in Sri Lanka has risen to 70 as of today March 2...,positive,1 Sri Lanka opposition NPP member injured at protest dies,2/27/2023,Politics,"The Wickremesinghe-led government must accept responsibility, said Silva.","Sri Lanka opposition NPP member injured at protest dies The Wickremesinghe-led government must accept responsibility, said Silva.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka minister mulls paths of self-sufficiency or economic freedom for 2023,12/25/2022,Economy,"Out of 1645 items which under import bans after 2020 monetary instability, 795 have been removed","Sri Lanka minister mulls paths of self-sufficiency or economic freedom for 2023 Out of 1645 items which under import bans after 2020 monetary instability, 795 have been removed",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka hunts fish vendor contacts, 1,000 isolated in pilgrim Coronavirus cluster",4/22/2020,Environment,Sri Lanka's contact tracers are hunting contacts of a fish-vendor flushed out during a month long curfews centered isola...,"Sri Lanka hunts fish vendor contacts, 1,000 isolated in pilgrim Coronavirus cluster Sri Lanka's contact tracers are hunting contacts of a fish-vendor flushed out during a month long curfews centered isola...",negative,-1 Using Indian rupee for trade with Sri Lanka a next step: official,12/18/2022,Economy,India is Sri Lanka's largest trading partner,Using Indian rupee for trade with Sri Lanka a next step: official India is Sri Lanka's largest trading partner,positive,1 "UNP now cleansed of all anti-Buddhist, extremist elements: Ravi",5/25/2020,Politics,"With the exodus of a sizable faction of the party hierarchy, Sri Lanka’s main opposition United National Party (UNP) h...","UNP now cleansed of all anti-Buddhist, extremist elements: Ravi With the exodus of a sizable faction of the party hierarchy, Sri Lanka’s main opposition United National Party (UNP) h...",positive,1 Sri Lanka considers incentives for expatriate workers not using undiyal or hawala,6/7/2022,Economy,Foreign expatriates have stopped sending money through banking channels as black market gives them more rupees. ,Sri Lanka considers incentives for expatriate workers not using undiyal or hawala Foreign expatriates have stopped sending money through banking channels as black market gives them more rupees. ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka banks not taking enough risks; should finance startups: CB Governor,1/6/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's new Central Bank Governor W D Lakshman said banks should drop a 'risk averse' mindset and finance startups a...,Sri Lanka banks not taking enough risks; should finance startups: CB Governor Sri Lanka's new Central Bank Governor W D Lakshman said banks should drop a 'risk averse' mindset and finance startups a...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka plans to export furnace oil after heavy rains,12/19/2023,Energy,Ceylon Petroleum Corporation will call tenders to sell furnace oil and naptha produced at its refinery,Sri Lanka plans to export furnace oil after heavy rains Ceylon Petroleum Corporation will call tenders to sell furnace oil and naptha produced at its refinery,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to annul 2011 adhominem expropriation law,4/15/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers has approved a bill to annual an expropriation law enacted in 2011 that undermined inve...,Sri Lanka to annul 2011 adhominem expropriation law Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers has approved a bill to annual an expropriation law enacted in 2011 that undermined inve...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to buy fourth gantry crane from China's Zhenhua,9/26/2019,Logistics,State-run Sri Lanka Ports Authority has been cleared to buy a fourth gantry crane from China's Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy In...,Sri Lanka to buy fourth gantry crane from China's Zhenhua State-run Sri Lanka Ports Authority has been cleared to buy a fourth gantry crane from China's Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy In...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Jeevan Thondaman appointed youngest ever cabinet minister,1/20/2023,Politics,Thondaman was one of two new cabinet appointments made on Thursday.,Sri Lanka's Jeevan Thondaman appointed youngest ever cabinet minister Thondaman was one of two new cabinet appointments made on Thursday.,positive,1 "Brandix apparel plants in Sri Lanka, India making PPE in Covid-19 battle",5/4/2020,Apparel,"Sri Lanka's Brandix, an apparel group with operations in India and Bangladesh is turning its factories into making perso...","Brandix apparel plants in Sri Lanka, India making PPE in Covid-19 battle Sri Lanka's Brandix, an apparel group with operations in India and Bangladesh is turning its factories into making perso...",negative,-1 Bridgebuilding by Civil Society,10/7/2019,Other News,"Issues of ethnic and religious nationalism, national security and the importance of strong leadership to deal with terro...","Bridgebuilding by Civil Society Issues of ethnic and religious nationalism, national security and the importance of strong leadership to deal with terro...",positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 296.80/297.10 to US dollar,5/2/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Bond yields were down, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 296.80/297.10 to US dollar Bond yields were down, dealers said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka getting imported drugs but facing clearing delay,6/5/2023,Economy,"""Currently, we have almost all of our essential drugs and 136 consignments of drugs are currently pending approval."" ","Sri Lanka getting imported drugs but facing clearing delay ""Currently, we have almost all of our essential drugs and 136 consignments of drugs are currently pending approval."" ",negative,-1 Sajith offers a populist agenda at inaugural rally,10/10/2019,Politics,"Premadasa launched his campaign at Galle face in Colombo, projecting his populist agenda and promising to appoint Field ...","Sajith offers a populist agenda at inaugural rally Premadasa launched his campaign at Galle face in Colombo, projecting his populist agenda and promising to appoint Field ...",positive,1 Sri Lanka fails to sell 30-pct of bills at auction with higher rate ceiling,8/5/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has failed to sell 30 percent of Treasury bills offered at the weekly auction with average yields hitting a hi...,Sri Lanka fails to sell 30-pct of bills at auction with higher rate ceiling Sri Lanka has failed to sell 30 percent of Treasury bills offered at the weekly auction with average yields hitting a hi...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka coconut auction prices up 3.3-pct in Nov 4th week sale,11/25/2022,Commodities,Prices climb for second week straight ,Sri Lanka coconut auction prices up 3.3-pct in Nov 4th week sale Prices climb for second week straight ,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka manufacturing expands in Feb 2022, but material shortages",3/16/2022,Economy,Hotels begin to feel power cuts in the latter part of the year,"Sri Lanka manufacturing expands in Feb 2022, but material shortages Hotels begin to feel power cuts in the latter part of the year",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee opens at 329.40/60 to the US dollar,11/28/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 329.40/60 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 329.40/60 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 329.40/60 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's corporate earnings fall 9.6-pct in Sept,12/19/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's corporate earnings among 264 listed firms fell 9.6 percent from a year earlier in the September 2019 quarter...,Sri Lanka's corporate earnings fall 9.6-pct in Sept Sri Lanka's corporate earnings among 264 listed firms fell 9.6 percent from a year earlier in the September 2019 quarter...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond market quiet ahead of bond auction,2/27/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by 17 cent to 362.50 rupees ,Sri Lanka bond market quiet ahead of bond auction Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by 17 cent to 362.50 rupees ,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port, vocational outfit train youth for harbour jobs",11/20/2019,Logistics,The Chinese-run Hambantota International Port (HIP) in southern Sri Lanka said it has tied up with a vocational training...,"Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port, vocational outfit train youth for harbour jobs The Chinese-run Hambantota International Port (HIP) in southern Sri Lanka said it has tied up with a vocational training...",positive,1 University Teachers threaten strike over pay demand,8/27/2019,Education,The Federation of University Teachers Association (FUTA) is threatening to strike from 10 September if they do not recei...,University Teachers threaten strike over pay demand The Federation of University Teachers Association (FUTA) is threatening to strike from 10 September if they do not recei...,negative,-1 Japan to grant 5 bn yen to Sri Lanka for public health sector fuel purchases,2/14/2023,Economy,"""The health sector is facing a huge financial crisis,"" the minister said.","Japan to grant 5 bn yen to Sri Lanka for public health sector fuel purchases ""The health sector is facing a huge financial crisis,"" the minister said.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka cabinet overwhelmed, claims spokesman defending new appointments",9/13/2022,Politics,"Some ministers have multiple ministries under them so they are overwhelmed with work, he said.","Sri Lanka cabinet overwhelmed, claims spokesman defending new appointments Some ministers have multiple ministries under them so they are overwhelmed with work, he said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka and IMF next round of talks from May 09,5/7/2022,Economy,"We remain committed to assisting Sri Lanka, in line with the IMF’s policies","Sri Lanka and IMF next round of talks from May 09 We remain committed to assisting Sri Lanka, in line with the IMF’s policies",positive,1 Foreign Travel ban on 704 CID officers,11/26/2019,Security,The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has made a request through the Immigration and Emigration Department to susp...,Foreign Travel ban on 704 CID officers The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has made a request through the Immigration and Emigration Department to susp...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka SMEs enabled to mortgage movable assets with registry,3/11/2024,Business,"Secured transaction registry set up with technical assistance from International Finance Corporation, will help SMEs","Sri Lanka SMEs enabled to mortgage movable assets with registry Secured transaction registry set up with technical assistance from International Finance Corporation, will help SMEs",positive,1 Sex Education is OK but must be ‘culturally sensitive’,1/22/2020,Education,"The Sectoral Oversight Committee on Women and Gender met yesterday (21) in parliament to discuss the ‘Hathe Ape Potha,...","Sex Education is OK but must be ‘culturally sensitive’ The Sectoral Oversight Committee on Women and Gender met yesterday (21) in parliament to discuss the ‘Hathe Ape Potha,...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka stock index fall on import restriction, dollars",9/10/2021,Markets,"""Some brokers have raised concerns over the valuation of the stocks which are pushing the index.""","Sri Lanka stock index fall on import restriction, dollars ""Some brokers have raised concerns over the valuation of the stocks which are pushing the index.""",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka’s rupee ends weaker, bond yields steady",7/19/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee ends weaker at 175.80/85 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields w...,"Sri Lanka’s rupee ends weaker, bond yields steady Sri Lanka's rupee ends weaker at 175.80/85 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields w...",negative,-1 Archeologists find remains of 227 children sacrificed in ancient 'climate change' ritual in Peru,8/28/2019,International news,Archeologists in Peru say the 227 bodies they have unearthed from a site used by the pre-Columbian Chimu culture ,Archeologists find remains of 227 children sacrificed in ancient 'climate change' ritual in Peru Archeologists in Peru say the 227 bodies they have unearthed from a site used by the pre-Columbian Chimu culture ,negative,-1 "USAID airlifts emergency COVID-19 supplies to Sri Lanka, other South Asian countries",6/3/2021,Health,"The donation is part of US efforts to send emergency medical supplies the Maldives, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka","USAID airlifts emergency COVID-19 supplies to Sri Lanka, other South Asian countries The donation is part of US efforts to send emergency medical supplies the Maldives, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka",positive,1 Sri Lanka to consider Agfa proposal for digital x-ray,6/5/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka will consider a proposal by Agfa NV of Belgium to set up digital x-ray systems for several state hospitals, th...","Sri Lanka to consider Agfa proposal for digital x-ray Sri Lanka will consider a proposal by Agfa NV of Belgium to set up digital x-ray systems for several state hospitals, th...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka private bus union chief wants slain revolutionary's son to lead youth protesters,4/25/2022,Politics,"""Please come forward for your father, and for justice in this country,” he said.","Sri Lanka private bus union chief wants slain revolutionary's son to lead youth protesters ""Please come forward for your father, and for justice in this country,” he said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka coconut auction prices ease 1.9-pct,11/6/2022,Agriculture,"Buyers offered 700,664 nuts at the auction, and sold 555,095.","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices ease 1.9-pct Buyers offered 700,664 nuts at the auction, and sold 555,095.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond yields up at close on Friday,3/10/2023,Bonds & Forex,"A 180,000 million treasury bonds auction is due on March 13","Sri Lanka bond yields up at close on Friday A 180,000 million treasury bonds auction is due on March 13",positive,1 EU repeats opposition to Sri Lanka resuming executions,8/20/2019,Legal,ECONOMYNEXT – The European Union has said it is opposed to Sri Lanka reviving executions of convicts and called o...,EU repeats opposition to Sri Lanka resuming executions ECONOMYNEXT – The European Union has said it is opposed to Sri Lanka reviving executions of convicts and called o...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka budget deficit illegal, fiscal rules should be relaxed: Harsha",11/20/2023,Fiscal,Fiscal Management Responsibility Act states we have to maintain the budget deficit at 5 percent.,"Sri Lanka budget deficit illegal, fiscal rules should be relaxed: Harsha Fiscal Management Responsibility Act states we have to maintain the budget deficit at 5 percent.",negative,-1 "Gold above $1,400 on weak dollar and geopolitical, economic worry",6/21/2019,International news,"Hong Kong, China | AFP | Friday - Gold prices broke $1,400 an ounce to hit a near six-year high on Friday as the weaker ...","Gold above $1,400 on weak dollar and geopolitical, economic worry Hong Kong, China | AFP | Friday - Gold prices broke $1,400 an ounce to hit a near six-year high on Friday as the weaker ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka T-bill yields up ahead of central bank's policy rate announcement,10/5/2022,Bonds & Forex,Central bank has already raised the key policy rates by record percentage this year.,Sri Lanka T-bill yields up ahead of central bank's policy rate announcement Central bank has already raised the key policy rates by record percentage this year.,positive,1 Sri Lanka T-bond yields down; rupee guidance peg unchanged,10/4/2022,Bonds & Forex,Market has been waiting for direction from Thursday's central bank monetary policy rate decision ,Sri Lanka T-bond yields down; rupee guidance peg unchanged Market has been waiting for direction from Thursday's central bank monetary policy rate decision ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to give cut-price loans to small and micro firms hit by crisis,10/31/2022,Banking,"For firms in agriculture, exports and and tourism","Sri Lanka to give cut-price loans to small and micro firms hit by crisis For firms in agriculture, exports and and tourism",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields remained unchanged",1/22/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee ends weaker at 181.45/50 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields remaine...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields remained unchanged Sri Lanka’s rupee ends weaker at 181.45/50 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields remaine...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka emergency cabinet meeting summoned,9/19/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala has summoned an emergency meeting of the cabinet Thursday Plantations Minister Navin D...,Sri Lanka emergency cabinet meeting summoned Sri Lanka's President Maithripala has summoned an emergency meeting of the cabinet Thursday Plantations Minister Navin D...,positive,1 Sri Lanka Treasuries auctions yields rise after price control lifted,9/22/2021,Bonds & Forex,12-month yield up 30 bp,Sri Lanka Treasuries auctions yields rise after price control lifted 12-month yield up 30 bp,negative,-1 Sri Lanka mulls reforms to punish 'errant' plantation companies,8/10/2019,Agriculture,Errant Regional Plantation Companies (RPCs) in Sri Lanka need to be punished under new reforms to be brought in the futu...,Sri Lanka mulls reforms to punish 'errant' plantation companies Errant Regional Plantation Companies (RPCs) in Sri Lanka need to be punished under new reforms to be brought in the futu...,negative,-1 "20th amendment first step towards dictatorship, says Sri Lanka opposition",9/5/2020,Politics,Sri Lanka’s main opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) has invited all progressive forces to set aside ideological d...,"20th amendment first step towards dictatorship, says Sri Lanka opposition Sri Lanka’s main opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) has invited all progressive forces to set aside ideological d...",positive,1 Sri Lanka's July sovereign bond; arrangements in place to settle: CB,7/6/2021,Economy,To maintain unblemished record in debt repayments,Sri Lanka's July sovereign bond; arrangements in place to settle: CB To maintain unblemished record in debt repayments,negative,-1 No arrest but no bail either for RaviK and Bonds Scam accused,3/14/2020,Law and Order,"The Writ Petition filed by Perpetual Treasuries head Arjun Aloysius, former Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake and two o...","No arrest but no bail either for RaviK and Bonds Scam accused The Writ Petition filed by Perpetual Treasuries head Arjun Aloysius, former Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake and two o...",negative,-1 Crisis-hit Sri Lanka likely to resume China FTA talks along with India's CEPA: sources ,9/22/2022,Economy,"Sri Lanka is caught in a geopolitical cold war between China and India, analysts say","Crisis-hit Sri Lanka likely to resume China FTA talks along with India's CEPA: sources  Sri Lanka is caught in a geopolitical cold war between China and India, analysts say",negative,-1 Deadly delta: Sri Lanka Medical Association urges president to continue lockdown,6/20/2021,Health,The SLMA has called for a gradual relaxation of the lockdown in phases,Deadly delta: Sri Lanka Medical Association urges president to continue lockdown The SLMA has called for a gradual relaxation of the lockdown in phases,negative,-1 Sri Lanka money market fund launched by Asia Securities,11/27/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Asia Securities Wealth Management (Pvt) Ltd, a unit of Asia Securities said it had launched a high yield money market fu...","Sri Lanka money market fund launched by Asia Securities Asia Securities Wealth Management (Pvt) Ltd, a unit of Asia Securities said it had launched a high yield money market fu...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka central bank explains forex repatriation, Zimbabwe style surrender rules",9/27/2021,Economy,Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe raised its surrender requirement to 40-pct in January.,"Sri Lanka central bank explains forex repatriation, Zimbabwe style surrender rules Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe raised its surrender requirement to 40-pct in January.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to set up cannabis export processing zone,5/27/2023,Apparel,Several investors have expressed interest,Sri Lanka to set up cannabis export processing zone Several investors have expressed interest,positive,1 "Time for global north to walk the talk, Sri Lanka official tells World Economic Forum",4/29/2024,International Relations,"""I think this is time for the global north to walk the talk and collaborate,"" he said.","Time for global north to walk the talk, Sri Lanka official tells World Economic Forum ""I think this is time for the global north to walk the talk and collaborate,"" he said.",positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee closes at 319.50/320.50 to the US dollar,8/31/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 319.50/320.50 to the US dollar on Thursday,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 319.50/320.50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 319.50/320.50 to the US dollar on Thursday,negative,-1 SriLankan Airlines fighting Coronavirus battle with 95-pct fleet grounded,3/28/2020,Aviation, As airlines around the world are halting operations and airports are closing SriLankan Airlines is one of the few carri...,SriLankan Airlines fighting Coronavirus battle with 95-pct fleet grounded As airlines around the world are halting operations and airports are closing SriLankan Airlines is one of the few carri...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, gilt yields down",9/23/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.05/15 against the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields marginally eased, ...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, gilt yields down Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.05/15 against the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields marginally eased, ...",negative,-1 AstraZeneca second jab to be rolled out in 38 locations in Sri Lanka's western province,8/1/2021,Health,"A total of 539,357 people will get their second jab of AstraZeneca starting tomorrow.","AstraZeneca second jab to be rolled out in 38 locations in Sri Lanka's western province A total of 539,357 people will get their second jab of AstraZeneca starting tomorrow.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's stocks fall, turnover slumps to 1 year low ",5/5/2022,Markets,A parliament vote on deputy speaker helped to show the ruling party's majority. ,"Sri Lanka's stocks fall, turnover slumps to 1 year low  A parliament vote on deputy speaker helped to show the ruling party's majority. ",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's debt seems ""to be sustainable"" on a forward looking basis after financial assurances-I",3/21/2023,Debt Restructuring,Sri Lanka declared sovereign debt default in April last year,"Sri Lanka's debt seems ""to be sustainable"" on a forward looking basis after financial assurances-I Sri Lanka declared sovereign debt default in April last year",positive,1 "Dole Sri Lanka unit cuts costs, improves yields with manual weeding",6/17/2019,Agriculture,"ECONOMYNEXT – Dole Lanka, a unit of the global fresh food producer, said it has found manual weeding an effective...","Dole Sri Lanka unit cuts costs, improves yields with manual weeding ECONOMYNEXT – Dole Lanka, a unit of the global fresh food producer, said it has found manual weeding an effective...",positive,1 Sri Lanka export firms to run with workers from outside Covid-19 lockdown areas,5/16/2021,Business,Export firms should operate a bio-secure bubble by ensuring secure transport and accommodation,Sri Lanka export firms to run with workers from outside Covid-19 lockdown areas Export firms should operate a bio-secure bubble by ensuring secure transport and accommodation,positive,1 Sri Lanka travel restrictions to be temporarily relaxed May 25,5/24/2021,Health,It is unclear whether people who move for non-essential purposes will be detained.,Sri Lanka travel restrictions to be temporarily relaxed May 25 It is unclear whether people who move for non-essential purposes will be detained.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Port City Economic Zone workers to earn tax free, dollar salaries",3/28/2021,Business,Employees working for companies within 'Colombo Port City Special Economic Zone' in land reclaimed by a China-based firm...,"Sri Lanka Port City Economic Zone workers to earn tax free, dollar salaries Employees working for companies within 'Colombo Port City Special Economic Zone' in land reclaimed by a China-based firm...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka ACU debt to Reserve Bank India converted to US$2.2bn swap,12/13/2023,Economy,Total swaps US$2.6bn,Sri Lanka ACU debt to Reserve Bank India converted to US$2.2bn swap Total swaps US$2.6bn,negative,-1 No Boeing B737 Max aircraft flying over or to Sri Lanka,3/13/2019,Aviation,"Sri Lanka is monitoring the safety issue of Boeing B737 Max aircraft after a crash in Ethiopia, but no aircraft is overf...","No Boeing B737 Max aircraft flying over or to Sri Lanka Sri Lanka is monitoring the safety issue of Boeing B737 Max aircraft after a crash in Ethiopia, but no aircraft is overf...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Asiri Hospitals to promote medical tourism with Port City venture,1/5/2024,Business,Asiri Port City Hospital medical team will have both local and international medical experts,Sri Lanka's Asiri Hospitals to promote medical tourism with Port City venture Asiri Port City Hospital medical team will have both local and international medical experts,positive,1 "Sri Lanka stocks fall on economic, political woes; banks lead",4/9/2022,Markets,Central Bank raised the key monetary policy rates by 700 basis points,"Sri Lanka stocks fall on economic, political woes; banks lead Central Bank raised the key monetary policy rates by 700 basis points",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee closes at 323.85/95 to the dollar,10/6/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed at 323.85/95 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 323.85/95 to the dollar Sri Lanka rupee closed at 323.85/95 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.",negative,-1 Unprecedented 39 petitions challenge 20th Amendment before Supreme Court,9/29/2020,Constitutional Amendments,"The Supreme Court this morning September 29, will begin proceedings to hear Fundamental Rights applications filed by an ...","Unprecedented 39 petitions challenge 20th Amendment before Supreme Court The Supreme Court this morning September 29, will begin proceedings to hear Fundamental Rights applications filed by an ...",positive,1 Sri Lanka should not pander to stability through inflation control in Covid-19: CB Governor,8/7/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka should not pander to stability through inflation control but should engage in monetary and fiscal policies tha...,Sri Lanka should not pander to stability through inflation control in Covid-19: CB Governor Sri Lanka should not pander to stability through inflation control but should engage in monetary and fiscal policies tha...,negative,-1 "Xi says China facing 'big test' with virus, global impact spreads",2/24/2020,International news,"China's leader said Sunday the new coronavirus epidemic is the communist country's largest-ever public health emergency,...","Xi says China facing 'big test' with virus, global impact spreads China's leader said Sunday the new coronavirus epidemic is the communist country's largest-ever public health emergency,...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks end 0.09-pct higher,3/31/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.09 percent on Wednesday with the ASPI pushed up by the index heavy Lion Brewery, Hayleys Plc a...","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.09-pct higher Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.09 percent on Wednesday with the ASPI pushed up by the index heavy Lion Brewery, Hayleys Plc a...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka protesters ask new PM to serve justice for May 09 attack, to avoid looming crisis",5/27/2022,Politics,The Prime Minister's office was targeted by the protesters for the first time.,"Sri Lanka protesters ask new PM to serve justice for May 09 attack, to avoid looming crisis The Prime Minister's office was targeted by the protesters for the first time.",negative,-1 Sri Lankan fishermen arrested in Myanmar to be repatriated to Sri Lanka: Foreign Ministry,4/23/2021,International Relations,A group of Sri Lankan fishermen who were arrested near Myanmar’s shores in February 2021 are to be brought back to Sri...,Sri Lankan fishermen arrested in Myanmar to be repatriated to Sri Lanka: Foreign Ministry A group of Sri Lankan fishermen who were arrested near Myanmar’s shores in February 2021 are to be brought back to Sri...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's central bank crisis and John Exter's about face on hard pegs: Bellwether,12/15/2022,Bellwether,"In 1968 with Bretton Woods soft-peg hanging on a thread, advantages of currency board had become clear","Sri Lanka's central bank crisis and John Exter's about face on hard pegs: Bellwether In 1968 with Bretton Woods soft-peg hanging on a thread, advantages of currency board had become clear",positive,1 CJ should investigate politically influenced verdicts - Keheliya,1/9/2020,Politics,"The Chief Justice should conduct an independent investigation on politically influenced verdicts, Co-Government Spokesma...","CJ should investigate politically influenced verdicts - Keheliya The Chief Justice should conduct an independent investigation on politically influenced verdicts, Co-Government Spokesma...",positive,1 Sri Lanka President instructs to start work on digital database of citizens,5/13/2020,Legal, Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has instructed official to issue a digital identify card for every citizens wh...,Sri Lanka President instructs to start work on digital database of citizens Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has instructed official to issue a digital identify card for every citizens wh...,positive,1 "One dead, 2 injured in Sri Lanka's heavy rains; over 200 evacuated -DMC",9/7/2022,Weather and Climate,DMC has repeatedly warned about landslides due to heavy rains ,"One dead, 2 injured in Sri Lanka's heavy rains; over 200 evacuated -DMC DMC has repeatedly warned about landslides due to heavy rains ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka low-grown tea prices slips in June second week sale,6/19/2022,Tea,"In the last week's auction sale on June 08, Low Grown average was $3.28 per kg, up from $2.98 per kg a year earlier","Sri Lanka low-grown tea prices slips in June second week sale In the last week's auction sale on June 08, Low Grown average was $3.28 per kg, up from $2.98 per kg a year earlier",negative,-1 Sri Lanka plans to attract five million tourists; new investment body propsed,8/18/2023,Tourism,Investment Infrastructure Corporation and a decision-making council and regional committees were also proposed.,Sri Lanka plans to attract five million tourists; new investment body propsed Investment Infrastructure Corporation and a decision-making council and regional committees were also proposed.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Muslim ministers resign en masse after Easter bombings,6/4/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's Muslim ministers resigned en masse Monday over widespread hate attacks against their community in the wake o...,Sri Lanka Muslim ministers resign en masse after Easter bombings Sri Lanka's Muslim ministers resigned en masse Monday over widespread hate attacks against their community in the wake o...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka food prices down over open account imports: Minister,8/11/2022,Economy,More money from Indian credit line,Sri Lanka food prices down over open account imports: Minister More money from Indian credit line,negative,-1 Sri Lanka business roundtable in NY to attract investment,9/19/2023,Business,Business meeting in New York saw participation from 40 US businesses keen on exploring investment and trade in SL,Sri Lanka business roundtable in NY to attract investment Business meeting in New York saw participation from 40 US businesses keen on exploring investment and trade in SL,positive,1 Sri Lanka Election Commissioner says sacking of parliament illegal,11/12/2018,Legal,ECONOMYNEXT – A member of the three-man independent Election Commission joined a dozen petitioners asking the Sup...,Sri Lanka Election Commissioner says sacking of parliament illegal ECONOMYNEXT – A member of the three-man independent Election Commission joined a dozen petitioners asking the Sup...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka has not told India and Japan it is pulling out of Port deal,2/9/2021,Logistics,Sri Lankan government is yet to officially tell India and Japan that it is withdrawing from the trilateral agreement tha...,Sri Lanka has not told India and Japan it is pulling out of Port deal Sri Lankan government is yet to officially tell India and Japan that it is withdrawing from the trilateral agreement tha...,negative,-1 Cleveland Bridge UK wins Euro 37mn Sri Lanka deal,2/9/2019,Business,"Cleveland Bride UK has won a 37.5 million Euro deal to build bridges in rural Sri Lanka, the government said.","Cleveland Bridge UK wins Euro 37mn Sri Lanka deal Cleveland Bride UK has won a 37.5 million Euro deal to build bridges in rural Sri Lanka, the government said.",positive,1 Sri Lanka to probe alcohol tax fraud by with fake revenue stickers: Minister,8/23/2023,Economy,"Fake stickers have been found in bottles of one company around the country, he alleged","Sri Lanka to probe alcohol tax fraud by with fake revenue stickers: Minister Fake stickers have been found in bottles of one company around the country, he alleged",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Treasuries auction yields recover from anomaly,10/27/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields recovered from an anomaly on October 27 to end around the same levels as two weeks earlier...,Sri Lanka Treasuries auction yields recover from anomaly Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields recovered from an anomaly on October 27 to end around the same levels as two weeks earlier...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly firmer, stocks down 0.02-pct",8/19/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened slightly firmer at 177.35/45 against the US dollar on Monday, while stocks opened 0.02 p...","Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly firmer, stocks down 0.02-pct Sri Lanka’s rupee opened slightly firmer at 177.35/45 against the US dollar on Monday, while stocks opened 0.02 p...",negative,-1 Mali hopes to cotton on to added value,4/22/2019,International news,"SIBY, Mali | AFP | For five months straight the farm hands in the Malian village of Siby walk out together to the cotton...","Mali hopes to cotton on to added value SIBY, Mali | AFP | For five months straight the farm hands in the Malian village of Siby walk out together to the cotton...",negative,-1 Lurking in the Shadows: A Closer Look at Multidimensional Poverty in Sri Lanka,6/7/2019,Op-ed/Special Reports,"Sunil is a labourer who lives in a small hut with his wife, and their two children, aged seven and four years. Both Suni...","Lurking in the Shadows: A Closer Look at Multidimensional Poverty in Sri Lanka Sunil is a labourer who lives in a small hut with his wife, and their two children, aged seven and four years. Both Suni...",positive,1 UN urges social protection for vulnerable women for post-Covid recovery,1/28/2021,Human Rights,Sri Lanka’s high number of women-headed households are especially hit hard by Covid 19 particularly because women are ...,UN urges social protection for vulnerable women for post-Covid recovery Sri Lanka’s high number of women-headed households are especially hit hard by Covid 19 particularly because women are ...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to get US$400mn 'shortly' from World Bank, for LP Gas, fertilizer",4/27/2022,Economy," For drugs and health needs, social security, agricultural and food security and gas needs","Sri Lanka to get US$400mn 'shortly' from World Bank, for LP Gas, fertilizer For drugs and health needs, social security, agricultural and food security and gas needs",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks fall to one-week low; dragged down by acute fuel shortage,6/27/2022,Markets,Stocks fall for the first time in five sessions.,Sri Lanka stocks fall to one-week low; dragged down by acute fuel shortage Stocks fall for the first time in five sessions.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka agribusiness firms say govt dithering threatens oil palm expansion,7/25/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka’s regional plantations corporations say the government’s indecisiveness and ill-informed public ...,Sri Lanka agribusiness firms say govt dithering threatens oil palm expansion Sri Lanka’s regional plantations corporations say the government’s indecisiveness and ill-informed public ...,negative,-1 Policies needed to let export earnings trickle down to Sri Lankan workers,2/27/2019,Economy,The International Labour Organization (ILO) called on Sri Lankan manufacturers and policy makers to let earnings from tr...,Policies needed to let export earnings trickle down to Sri Lankan workers The International Labour Organization (ILO) called on Sri Lankan manufacturers and policy makers to let earnings from tr...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka fuel price formula allows for max profit margin of 4 percent: Minister,4/1/2024,Petroleum,"If a full 4 percent profit margin is applied, a price increase was due on auto diesel and 92 petrol: Kanchana Wijesekera","Sri Lanka fuel price formula allows for max profit margin of 4 percent: Minister If a full 4 percent profit margin is applied, a price increase was due on auto diesel and 92 petrol: Kanchana Wijesekera",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka could face longer power cuts, bus operators may withdraw as fuel shortages bite",3/30/2022,Energy,"Sri Lanka faces grim reality of the dollar shortage-led fuel, power crisis","Sri Lanka could face longer power cuts, bus operators may withdraw as fuel shortages bite Sri Lanka faces grim reality of the dollar shortage-led fuel, power crisis",negative,-1 "Jaffna mayor arrested for promoting LTTE ""police"" uniform: Police",4/9/2021,Law and Order,Jaffna Mayor Visvalingam Manivannan was taken into custody this morning by the Jaffna police on charges of promoting uni...,"Jaffna mayor arrested for promoting LTTE ""police"" uniform: Police Jaffna Mayor Visvalingam Manivannan was taken into custody this morning by the Jaffna police on charges of promoting uni...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Easter bombings death toll rises to 207,4/21/2019,Political News,"The death toll from a series of blasts across Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday has risen to 207, while 450 are injured, Police...","Sri Lanka Easter bombings death toll rises to 207 The death toll from a series of blasts across Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday has risen to 207, while 450 are injured, Police...",negative,-1 UNP to choose a member for National List today as attempt to make Karu interim leader fails,8/14/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,"The United National Party, still reeling from its biggest defeat in history will meet this morning to nominate a member ...","UNP to choose a member for National List today as attempt to make Karu interim leader fails The United National Party, still reeling from its biggest defeat in history will meet this morning to nominate a member ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to push for green initiative investment “after OCC finalizing” debt deals - President,12/3/2023,Climate Change,"Sri Lanka leader has sought international backing for CJF, TBI, and International Climate Change University","Sri Lanka to push for green initiative investment “after OCC finalizing” debt deals - President Sri Lanka leader has sought international backing for CJF, TBI, and International Climate Change University",positive,1 BMW 530e — One for the drivers left amongst us,3/7/2020,Autos,"The BMW 5-Series is a hugely-important car in the Bavarian automaker's model architecture. The 3, 5, and 7 have been aro...","BMW 530e — One for the drivers left amongst us The BMW 5-Series is a hugely-important car in the Bavarian automaker's model architecture. The 3, 5, and 7 have been aro...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka Coronavirus isolates Induruwa areas, six Covid-19 deaths takes total to 171",12/20/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has Coronavirus isolated areas Thenduwa West and Thenduwa East Grama Niladari Division of Induruwa in the Sou...,"Sri Lanka Coronavirus isolates Induruwa areas, six Covid-19 deaths takes total to 171 Sri Lanka has Coronavirus isolated areas Thenduwa West and Thenduwa East Grama Niladari Division of Induruwa in the Sou...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's police, CID, NCPA probing nine-year-old's murder, no arrests yet",5/30/2022,Crime,"Twenty-two statements have been recorded thus far, but no suspects have been arrested yet, police said.","Sri Lanka's police, CID, NCPA probing nine-year-old's murder, no arrests yet Twenty-two statements have been recorded thus far, but no suspects have been arrested yet, police said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka would need hard reforms under an IMF program after elections: analysts,7/25/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka needs hard reforms under an International Monetary Fund program from a stable government after elections to re...,Sri Lanka would need hard reforms under an IMF program after elections: analysts Sri Lanka needs hard reforms under an International Monetary Fund program from a stable government after elections to re...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stock market resumes trading after curfew lifted,5/12/2022,Markets,.,Sri Lanka stock market resumes trading after curfew lifted .,positive,1 Sri Lanka UDA hopes to earn Rs21bn from land sales over three years: report,1/9/2024,Business,The land is available for under long-term lease for public private partnerships.,Sri Lanka UDA hopes to earn Rs21bn from land sales over three years: report The land is available for under long-term lease for public private partnerships.,negative,-1 Iraj cruises to Tourism Promotion board of directors?,1/14/2020,Politics,Musician and YouTuber Iraj Weeraratne has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bu...,Iraj cruises to Tourism Promotion board of directors? Musician and YouTuber Iraj Weeraratne has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bu...,positive,1 "WFP and Korea provides seed to 54,000 Sri Lanka farmers",12/16/2020,Agriculture,"Around 54,000 farmers in rural Sri Lanka will get subsidized seeds under a program backed by the United Nations World Fo...","WFP and Korea provides seed to 54,000 Sri Lanka farmers Around 54,000 farmers in rural Sri Lanka will get subsidized seeds under a program backed by the United Nations World Fo...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond Yields end higher,2/7/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.96 rupees,Sri Lanka bond Yields end higher Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.96 rupees,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger, bond yields flat",2/1/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 176.80/10 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields were flat...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger, bond yields flat Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 176.80/10 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields were flat...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's tourism office to give small hotels Covid-19 health certificates,7/19/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's small hotels which have developed from serving tourists through global booking engines will be given provisi...,Sri Lanka's tourism office to give small hotels Covid-19 health certificates Sri Lanka's small hotels which have developed from serving tourists through global booking engines will be given provisi...,positive,1 Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings net down 59-pct in Dec,1/29/2021,Markets,Profits at Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings fell 59 percent to 992 million rupees in the December 2020 quarter from a ye...,Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings net down 59-pct in Dec Profits at Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings fell 59 percent to 992 million rupees in the December 2020 quarter from a ye...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to entertain renewable IPPs to locations without grid capacity,5/3/2022,Energy,Private developers to build transmission lines ,Sri Lanka to entertain renewable IPPs to locations without grid capacity Private developers to build transmission lines ,positive,1 "Joe Biden inches closer to US Presidency, air, ground security tightened",11/6/2020,International news,Democratic candidate Joe Biden inched closer to victory in the US Presidential race as he took lead in Pennsylvania and ...,"Joe Biden inches closer to US Presidency, air, ground security tightened Democratic candidate Joe Biden inched closer to victory in the US Presidential race as he took lead in Pennsylvania and ...",positive,1 Saumya Amarasekera appointed Deputy Chair of Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank,5/15/2019,Culture,"Saumya Amarasekera has been appointed Deputy Chairperson of Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank, an official statement said.","Saumya Amarasekera appointed Deputy Chair of Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank Saumya Amarasekera has been appointed Deputy Chairperson of Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank, an official statement said.",positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee at Rs310/315 to US dollar, bonds steady",6/14/2023,Bonds & Forex,2027 bonds slightly up,"Sri Lanka rupee at Rs310/315 to US dollar, bonds steady 2027 bonds slightly up",positive,1 "Sri Lanka imports collapse to 11-year low in July 2022, trade deficit shrinks",9/6/2022,Economy,Imports fall as financial account inflows dry up,"Sri Lanka imports collapse to 11-year low in July 2022, trade deficit shrinks Imports fall as financial account inflows dry up",negative,-1 "COVID 19: Number of cases 47, total 415 as Navy Sailors take virus to hometowns",4/24/2020,Health,Navy sailors on home leave have tested positive for the coronavirus in five different localities which had hitherto not ...,"COVID 19: Number of cases 47, total 415 as Navy Sailors take virus to hometowns Navy sailors on home leave have tested positive for the coronavirus in five different localities which had hitherto not ...",negative,-1 Financial feasibility studies seen needed in Sri Lanka infrastructure projects,12/11/2018,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Financial feasibility studies are needed apart from technical feasibility assessments in some of th...,Financial feasibility studies seen needed in Sri Lanka infrastructure projects ECONOMYNEXT – Financial feasibility studies are needed apart from technical feasibility assessments in some of th...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee, stocks stronger at open",1/23/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 181.35/45 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields ...","Sri Lanka rupee, stocks stronger at open Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 181.35/45 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka bomber had been arrested and released before,4/22/2019,Legal,At least one suicide bomber involve in Easter bombings that killed nearly 300 people in Sri Lanka had been arrested by p...,Sri Lanka bomber had been arrested and released before At least one suicide bomber involve in Easter bombings that killed nearly 300 people in Sri Lanka had been arrested by p...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka parliament approves to sack top cricket officials after World Cup debacle,11/9/2023,Sports,Sri Lanka witnessed its cricket team's worst performance since 1999 World Cup ,Sri Lanka parliament approves to sack top cricket officials after World Cup debacle Sri Lanka witnessed its cricket team's worst performance since 1999 World Cup ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka liquidity short expands in Nov final week,12/4/2018,Political News,A liquidity short in Sri Lanka's credit system coming mainly from interventions in the forex market by the central bank ...,Sri Lanka liquidity short expands in Nov final week A liquidity short in Sri Lanka's credit system coming mainly from interventions in the forex market by the central bank ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka electricity generation plunge 15.8-pct up to Feb 2023,5/11/2023,Energy,"Petrol sales for the first quarter was down 25.8 percent to 286,000 MT","Sri Lanka electricity generation plunge 15.8-pct up to Feb 2023 Petrol sales for the first quarter was down 25.8 percent to 286,000 MT",negative,-1 Berlin woos US in Europe gas battle,2/12/2019,International news,"Germany put on a show of unity with the United States Tuesday in talks on importing natural gas, as Berlin battles accus...","Berlin woos US in Europe gas battle Germany put on a show of unity with the United States Tuesday in talks on importing natural gas, as Berlin battles accus...",positive,1 Sri Lanka Bank of Ceylon net down 12-pct in March; balance sheet shrinks,5/16/2019,Banking,"Profits at Sri Lanka's state-run Bank of Ceylon, the country's largest commercial bank fell 12 percent in the March 2019...","Sri Lanka Bank of Ceylon net down 12-pct in March; balance sheet shrinks Profits at Sri Lanka's state-run Bank of Ceylon, the country's largest commercial bank fell 12 percent in the March 2019...",negative,-1 "Adani India to have 51-of Sri Lanka port terminal, JKH a 'material stake'",3/16/2021,Logistics,"India's Adani Ports said it will have a 51 percent stake in a container terminal in Colombo port, while Sri Lanka's John...","Adani India to have 51-of Sri Lanka port terminal, JKH a 'material stake' India's Adani Ports said it will have a 51 percent stake in a container terminal in Colombo port, while Sri Lanka's John...",negative,-1 Crackdown in Prisons begins as raids are conducted for illegal phones in jails,6/17/2020,Human Rights,The Prisons Department is carrying out the directive of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to eliminate corruption and prevent...,Crackdown in Prisons begins as raids are conducted for illegal phones in jails The Prisons Department is carrying out the directive of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to eliminate corruption and prevent...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee remains inactive,6/10/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields down,Sri Lanka rupee remains inactive Bond yields down,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka sells 2028 bonds at 15.03-pct, 2026 at 15.80-pct",8/28/2023,Bonds & Forex,Auction yields a little above secondary yields,"Sri Lanka sells 2028 bonds at 15.03-pct, 2026 at 15.80-pct Auction yields a little above secondary yields",positive,1 Accident in Meddalanda kills three people,3/15/2019,Politics,Father and the Mother of the same family among the victims,Accident in Meddalanda kills three people Father and the Mother of the same family among the victims,negative,-1 "IMF keeps Sri Lanka forecasts amid growth risk, import collapse",5/17/2019,Economy,"The International Monetary Fund will maintain its projections on economic growth, state revenues and deficits until more...","IMF keeps Sri Lanka forecasts amid growth risk, import collapse The International Monetary Fund will maintain its projections on economic growth, state revenues and deficits until more...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka likely to plunge deeper into darkness as coal plant reports another breakdown: UPDATED,9/27/2022,Energy,"""We need a long term solution for this. Otherwise the country will go into a more critical situation.""","Sri Lanka likely to plunge deeper into darkness as coal plant reports another breakdown: UPDATED ""We need a long term solution for this. Otherwise the country will go into a more critical situation.""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka telecom law change hits media freedom: opposition,5/15/2024,Legal,"""When you grant greater power, there would be an increase in the opportunity for extortion.""","Sri Lanka telecom law change hits media freedom: opposition ""When you grant greater power, there would be an increase in the opportunity for extortion.""",positive,1 Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka profits up in Dec on lower input costs,2/11/2020,General Industry,"Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka Plc (DCSL) posted 1.47 billion rupees in net profits for the December quarter, rising ...","Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka profits up in Dec on lower input costs Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka Plc (DCSL) posted 1.47 billion rupees in net profits for the December quarter, rising ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's CEB faulted for 'significant lapses' over 2020 cascading failure,8/28/2020,Energy,Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board has been faulted for bad maintenance procedures and significant lapses in...,Sri Lanka's CEB faulted for 'significant lapses' over 2020 cascading failure Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board has been faulted for bad maintenance procedures and significant lapses in...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to borrow $150mn from World Bank for financial safety net,4/25/2023,Banking,Money to be used to bolster deposit insurance scheme,Sri Lanka to borrow $150mn from World Bank for financial safety net Money to be used to bolster deposit insurance scheme,negative,-1 Colombo Fashion Week to show 21 Sri Lanka designers; revive pandemic hit industry,3/16/2021,Arts and Culture," Sri Lanka's HSBC Fashion Week will kick off on March 25, showcasing 21 designers helping revive a pandemic weakened ind...","Colombo Fashion Week to show 21 Sri Lanka designers; revive pandemic hit industry Sri Lanka's HSBC Fashion Week will kick off on March 25, showcasing 21 designers helping revive a pandemic weakened ind...",positive,1 ICRC to set up online interactions between prisoners and families,11/5/2020,Health,The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is setting up a project for Prison Inmates in Sri Lanka to interact ...,ICRC to set up online interactions between prisoners and families The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is setting up a project for Prison Inmates in Sri Lanka to interact ...,positive,1 Top court orders Medical Council to register SAITM Grads,7/31/2019,Education,"Delivering a comprehensive Judgment, the Supreme Court yesterday July 30 ordered the Sri Lanka Medical Council to provis...","Top court orders Medical Council to register SAITM Grads Delivering a comprehensive Judgment, the Supreme Court yesterday July 30 ordered the Sri Lanka Medical Council to provis...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka govt expediting development projects targeting election: PAFFREL,2/8/2024,Politics,"""The government is prioritising elections that it has a higher probability of winning over other elections.""","Sri Lanka govt expediting development projects targeting election: PAFFREL ""The government is prioritising elections that it has a higher probability of winning over other elections.""",negative,-1 Murder convict Premalal Jayasekara cannot sit in Parliament or vote in the House - AG,8/31/2020,Crime,Premalal Jayasekara the convicted murderer who was elected to Parliament from the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna in the Rat...,Murder convict Premalal Jayasekara cannot sit in Parliament or vote in the House - AG Premalal Jayasekara the convicted murderer who was elected to Parliament from the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna in the Rat...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka COVID 19 : One more death reported as fatality rates stay below global average,4/8/2020,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka’s total number of confirmed cases of COVID 19 rose to 185 as of the morning of April 8 after seven new cases...,Sri Lanka COVID 19 : One more death reported as fatality rates stay below global average Sri Lanka’s total number of confirmed cases of COVID 19 rose to 185 as of the morning of April 8 after seven new cases...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka textile factory by Jay Jay Mills in Eravur zone,9/16/2022,Apparel,"India's Jay Jay Mills already has factories employing 9,500 workers","Sri Lanka textile factory by Jay Jay Mills in Eravur zone India's Jay Jay Mills already has factories employing 9,500 workers",negative,-1 SLMC must reveal details of deal struck with Govt. to support 20A - UNP,10/28/2020,Constitutional Amendments,The United National Party is demanding that the Sri Lanka Muslim Congress reveal the deal it struck with Prime Minister ...,SLMC must reveal details of deal struck with Govt. to support 20A - UNP The United National Party is demanding that the Sri Lanka Muslim Congress reveal the deal it struck with Prime Minister ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka must hold parliamentary elections first: Mahinda Rajapaksa,3/22/2024,Politics,"""We're ready for any election. But the best thing is what Basil has proposed.""","Sri Lanka must hold parliamentary elections first: Mahinda Rajapaksa ""We're ready for any election. But the best thing is what Basil has proposed.""",positive,1 Sri Lanka tea export revenues slightly down in July,8/24/2023,Economy," Sri Lanka exported 22.7 million kilograms of tea in July, down marginally from 44.7 million kilograms last year.","Sri Lanka tea export revenues slightly down in July  Sri Lanka exported 22.7 million kilograms of tea in July, down marginally from 44.7 million kilograms last year.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's violent protest costs Rs.39 mln; protesters to be charged under common law-police,4/1/2022,Politics,They will be charged for damaging public property and under other laws in common law of the country,Sri Lanka's violent protest costs Rs.39 mln; protesters to be charged under common law-police They will be charged for damaging public property and under other laws in common law of the country,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's inflation eases to 61-pct in November,11/30/2022,Economy,Food prices fall for two months in a row,Sri Lanka's inflation eases to 61-pct in November Food prices fall for two months in a row,negative,-1 Sri Lanka private credit expands in November,1/16/2024,Banking,"Since June, private credit has expanded 248 billion rupees","Sri Lanka private credit expands in November Since June, private credit has expanded 248 billion rupees",positive,1 Sri Lanka unveils handouts of 10-pct of projected revenue as inflation rages,1/4/2022,Economy,No taxes planned says Finance Minister,Sri Lanka unveils handouts of 10-pct of projected revenue as inflation rages No taxes planned says Finance Minister,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade,4/19/2023,Markets,The market generated a revenue of 403 million.,Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade The market generated a revenue of 403 million.,negative,-1 Army converts apparel factory into COVID-19 facility as Sri Lanka scrambles for beds,5/6/2021,Health,State Minister Dr Sudarshini Fernadopulle told EconomyNext today that bed capacity is “almost full”.,Army converts apparel factory into COVID-19 facility as Sri Lanka scrambles for beds State Minister Dr Sudarshini Fernadopulle told EconomyNext today that bed capacity is “almost full”.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Army chief Shavendra Silva banned from visiting United States: Pompeo,2/15/2020,Political News,"Sri Lanka's army chief Shavendra Silva has been from visiting the United States, over alleged human rights violations in...","Sri Lanka Army chief Shavendra Silva banned from visiting United States: Pompeo Sri Lanka's army chief Shavendra Silva has been from visiting the United States, over alleged human rights violations in...",negative,-1 India's BAL Investment interested in land around aragalaya site,2/22/2024,Investment,An acre of land at Baladaksha Mawatha was requested for a joint development project by Bal Investments,India's BAL Investment interested in land around aragalaya site An acre of land at Baladaksha Mawatha was requested for a joint development project by Bal Investments,negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond yields ease at close,7/6/2021,Bonds & Forex,CBSL has a policy review on July 08.,Sri Lanka bond yields ease at close CBSL has a policy review on July 08.,positive,1 Schools open Monday for Grades 6-13 everywhere except in Western Province,11/19/2020,Education,"Sri Lanka’s Schools will open throughout the country from Monday, November 23 for Grades 6-13 except for the Covid 19 ...","Schools open Monday for Grades 6-13 everywhere except in Western Province Sri Lanka’s Schools will open throughout the country from Monday, November 23 for Grades 6-13 except for the Covid 19 ...",positive,1 Sri Lanka launches US dollar pre-paid fuel card to tourists,10/6/2022,Business,The card can be topped up in increments of 50 US dollars up to US$300,Sri Lanka launches US dollar pre-paid fuel card to tourists The card can be topped up in increments of 50 US dollars up to US$300,negative,-1 Sri Lanka land availability key investor constraint: economist,12/13/2022,Economy,Land availability is a real issue that investor face domestic and foreign investors face,Sri Lanka land availability key investor constraint: economist Land availability is a real issue that investor face domestic and foreign investors face,positive,1 Sri Lanka tea prices up across elevations in February,2/18/2024,Agriculture,Sri Lanka tea prices have moved up in 2024 in both rupee and US dollar terms,Sri Lanka tea prices up across elevations in February Sri Lanka tea prices have moved up in 2024 in both rupee and US dollar terms,positive,1 Sri Lanka sells 8-year bonds at 10.24-pct,10/29/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka sold 40 billion rupees of eight year bonds at a weighted average yield of 10.24 percent at Tuesday's auction, ...","Sri Lanka sells 8-year bonds at 10.24-pct Sri Lanka sold 40 billion rupees of eight year bonds at a weighted average yield of 10.24 percent at Tuesday's auction, ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka sells Rs40 billion bills post – auction,6/2/2023,Bonds & Forex,In the original auction the debt office sold all offered 160 billion rupees of Treasury bills.,Sri Lanka sells Rs40 billion bills post – auction In the original auction the debt office sold all offered 160 billion rupees of Treasury bills.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Coronavirus isolates Kalutara areas, several Colombo, Gampaha areas to be lifted",11/22/2020,Legal,"Sri Lanka will remove isolation from Colombo Fort, Borella, Slave Island, Wellampitiya, Ja-Ela and Kadawatha from 0500 h...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus isolates Kalutara areas, several Colombo, Gampaha areas to be lifted Sri Lanka will remove isolation from Colombo Fort, Borella, Slave Island, Wellampitiya, Ja-Ela and Kadawatha from 0500 h...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bans maize and groundnut imports to protect farmers, trial new investments",1/6/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka will ban maize and groundnut imports after January 15, in an attempt to protect local farmers who are benefiti...","Sri Lanka bans maize and groundnut imports to protect farmers, trial new investments Sri Lanka will ban maize and groundnut imports after January 15, in an attempt to protect local farmers who are benefiti...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka shares slip in mid-day trade after five-session gain,9/6/2022,Markets,ASPI opened stronger on Tuesday ,Sri Lanka shares slip in mid-day trade after five-session gain ASPI opened stronger on Tuesday ,negative,-1 Opposition objects to Parliament tweet over Google Loon,12/10/2020,Parliament,In Parliament today the Opposition demanded Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardene reveal who is responsible for tweeting from...,Opposition objects to Parliament tweet over Google Loon In Parliament today the Opposition demanded Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardene reveal who is responsible for tweeting from...,negative,-1 One person dead after failing to stop at Sri Lanka checkpoint,5/12/2019,Defence,A driver of a vehicle had died after being shot at a Sri Lanka Navy checkpoint set up in the Wattala area to search for ...,One person dead after failing to stop at Sri Lanka checkpoint A driver of a vehicle had died after being shot at a Sri Lanka Navy checkpoint set up in the Wattala area to search for ...,negative,-1 "Former PM casts ""serious doubt"" over Sri Lanka's official COVID-19 figures",7/14/2020,Health,"Questioning the accuracy of Sri Lanka’s official COVID-19 figures, former Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe cast dou...","Former PM casts ""serious doubt"" over Sri Lanka's official COVID-19 figures Questioning the accuracy of Sri Lanka’s official COVID-19 figures, former Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe cast dou...",negative,-1 Add FTZ apparel workers to vaccine priority list: labour rights groups,3/15/2021,Health,Labour rights activists in Sri Lanka have urged the government to add apparel workers to the country’s vaccination pri...,Add FTZ apparel workers to vaccine priority list: labour rights groups Labour rights activists in Sri Lanka have urged the government to add apparel workers to the country’s vaccination pri...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka CB issues Coronavirus relief order to banks on small biz, vehicles, loans",3/26/2020,Banking, Sri Lanka's central bank has issued directions for commercial banks to give a six month debt moratorium to for lease re...,"Sri Lanka CB issues Coronavirus relief order to banks on small biz, vehicles, loans Sri Lanka's central bank has issued directions for commercial banks to give a six month debt moratorium to for lease re...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka busts US$664mn in 'reserves for imports' in two months,1/19/2022,Economy,A reserve sale by a soft-pegged central bank with a fixed interest rate also involves printing money of an equal amount,Sri Lanka busts US$664mn in 'reserves for imports' in two months A reserve sale by a soft-pegged central bank with a fixed interest rate also involves printing money of an equal amount,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond yields steady",8/29/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted around 180.90/181.10 to the US dollar amid restricted trade dealers said, while the one wee...","Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond yields steady Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted around 180.90/181.10 to the US dollar amid restricted trade dealers said, while the one wee...",negative,-1 Foreigners buy Sri Lanka rupee bonds before rate decision,7/13/2019,Bonds & Forex,Foreign investors bought around 2.7 billions rupees of rupee denominated bonds in the week to July 10 ahead of the monet...,Foreigners buy Sri Lanka rupee bonds before rate decision Foreign investors bought around 2.7 billions rupees of rupee denominated bonds in the week to July 10 ahead of the monet...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond yields flat at close,1/7/2022,Bonds & Forex,50 billion rupees to be sold at an auction on January 11,Sri Lanka bond yields flat at close 50 billion rupees to be sold at an auction on January 11,negative,-1 Sri Lanka sells only 29-pct of Rs250bn bond auction,11/13/2023,Bonds & Forex,.,Sri Lanka sells only 29-pct of Rs250bn bond auction .,negative,-1 Tiananmen 'immunized China against turmoil': Chinese daily,6/4/2019,International news,"Beijing, China | AFP | A Chinese state-run daily defended the government's handling of the Tiananmen protests on Monday,...","Tiananmen 'immunized China against turmoil': Chinese daily Beijing, China | AFP | A Chinese state-run daily defended the government's handling of the Tiananmen protests on Monday,...",negative,-1 Perpetual Treasuries director petitions Sri Lanka court against indictment,7/25/2019,Political News,A director of Sri Lanka’s controversial Perpetual Treasuries petitioned the Court of Appeal Wednesday asking that...,Perpetual Treasuries director petitions Sri Lanka court against indictment A director of Sri Lanka’s controversial Perpetual Treasuries petitioned the Court of Appeal Wednesday asking that...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka imports up 23-pct in January as tourism recovers,4/2/2022,Economy,Exports also up,Sri Lanka imports up 23-pct in January as tourism recovers Exports also up,positive,1 Sri Lanka see more foreign interest in rupee bonds,10/16/2022,Economy,The bonds were bought despite a threat of a second hair cut or restructuring of rupee bonds,Sri Lanka see more foreign interest in rupee bonds The bonds were bought despite a threat of a second hair cut or restructuring of rupee bonds,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka military too strong at 247,000 in peacetime: legislator",9/22/2022,Economy,"In other countries of the world, when the war is over they voluntarily leave","Sri Lanka military too strong at 247,000 in peacetime: legislator In other countries of the world, when the war is over they voluntarily leave",negative,-1 "GR pledges support to discourse about ""Monks bringing discredit to Buddhism""",5/23/2020,Politics,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is pledging support to a request from leading members of the Buddhist Clergy to begin a dis...,"GR pledges support to discourse about ""Monks bringing discredit to Buddhism"" President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is pledging support to a request from leading members of the Buddhist Clergy to begin a dis...",positive,1 Sri Lanka shares slump to one-month low; foreigners exit after PM's cautioning,6/7/2022,Markets,The main index fell for the 10th session in the past 11 on economic and political instability worries.,Sri Lanka shares slump to one-month low; foreigners exit after PM's cautioning The main index fell for the 10th session in the past 11 on economic and political instability worries.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Catholic church making plans with Vatican to find justice for Easter attack victims,2/15/2022,Politics,The cardinal also accused the authorities of “abducting” those demanding justice for the victims.,Sri Lanka Catholic church making plans with Vatican to find justice for Easter attack victims The cardinal also accused the authorities of “abducting” those demanding justice for the victims.,negative,-1 Arm-Twisting the Black Media,5/19/2019,Opinion,Is Arm-twisting the media with advertising bans the way to control abuse? ,Arm-Twisting the Black Media Is Arm-twisting the media with advertising bans the way to control abuse? ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee remains inactive,6/7/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields remain flat,Sri Lanka rupee remains inactive Bond yields remain flat,negative,-1 Staffer at the Swiss Embassy was detained on the street,11/29/2019,Politics,The Sri Lankan staffer at the Swiss Embassy in Colombo was accosted on the street and “detained against her will and t...,Staffer at the Swiss Embassy was detained on the street The Sri Lankan staffer at the Swiss Embassy in Colombo was accosted on the street and “detained against her will and t...,negative,-1 High possibility of thundershowers,10/3/2019,Weather and Climate,The Meteorology Department forecasts a high possibility of thundershowers over much of the island today.,High possibility of thundershowers The Meteorology Department forecasts a high possibility of thundershowers over much of the island today.,positive,1 "Sri Lanka stocks fall on John Keells Holdings, Distilleries",2/11/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stock were battered on Tuesday, dragged down by John Keells Holdings and Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka, ...","Sri Lanka stocks fall on John Keells Holdings, Distilleries Sri Lanka's stock were battered on Tuesday, dragged down by John Keells Holdings and Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka, ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to roll out cost recovery formula for water tariffs in January,10/25/2023,Economy,"“The focus is now on developing a cost recovery formula, a collaborative effort with the Water Board, and ADB project....","Sri Lanka to roll out cost recovery formula for water tariffs in January “The focus is now on developing a cost recovery formula, a collaborative effort with the Water Board, and ADB project....",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks end slightly higher,11/11/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks end 0.03 higher on Wednesday pushed by index heavy counters John Keells Holdings, Dialog Axiata and Dis...","Sri Lanka stocks end slightly higher Sri Lanka stocks end 0.03 higher on Wednesday pushed by index heavy counters John Keells Holdings, Dialog Axiata and Dis...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's central bank credit exceeds monetary base in MMT money printing,6/23/2021,Economy,In the past policy corrections tended to be made much earlier.,Sri Lanka's central bank credit exceeds monetary base in MMT money printing In the past policy corrections tended to be made much earlier.,negative,-1 Baby and couple believed killed in Kandy building collapse - officials,9/20/2020,Accident,An infant and two adults are dead after a five-story building collapsed in the heart of Kandy in the early hours of this...,Baby and couple believed killed in Kandy building collapse - officials An infant and two adults are dead after a five-story building collapsed in the heart of Kandy in the early hours of this...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka egg prices up as feed costs soar amid money printing, import controls",10/24/2021,Agriculture,Import controls have pushed up maize costs,"Sri Lanka egg prices up as feed costs soar amid money printing, import controls Import controls have pushed up maize costs",negative,-1 Sri Lanka looking to increase petrol quota for tuktuks: energy minister,10/18/2022,Energy,"""We have given permission to provincial offices to identify [commercial] threewheeler taxis in their respective area.""","Sri Lanka looking to increase petrol quota for tuktuks: energy minister ""We have given permission to provincial offices to identify [commercial] threewheeler taxis in their respective area.""",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Treasury bills close at 29.00/30-pct, guidance peg flat",7/6/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,"Sri Lanka Treasury bills close at 29.00/30-pct, guidance peg flat .",negative,-1 Medical Council should carry out independent inquiry on Dr. Safi - Nalin,5/30/2019,Politics,If there are objections to the Health Ministry-appointed investigative body looking into the allegations of forced sterl...,Medical Council should carry out independent inquiry on Dr. Safi - Nalin If there are objections to the Health Ministry-appointed investigative body looking into the allegations of forced sterl...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka bank credit to state surges in Dec 2020,2/1/2021,Banking,"Sri Lanka's credit to the government from the banking system rose to 187.7 billion rupees in December 2020, up from 99.1...","Sri Lanka bank credit to state surges in Dec 2020 Sri Lanka's credit to the government from the banking system rose to 187.7 billion rupees in December 2020, up from 99.1...",positive,1 The Colombo Municipality reassures the city that emergency services are functioning normally,10/16/2020,Health,"Although Sri Lanka’s largest city, Colombo, is facing a Covid 19 threat, citizens of the city still carry out transact...","The Colombo Municipality reassures the city that emergency services are functioning normally Although Sri Lanka’s largest city, Colombo, is facing a Covid 19 threat, citizens of the city still carry out transact...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka to ban travellers from Iran, Italy, South Korea for two weeks",3/13/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has banned all travel from Italy, Iran and South Korea for two weeks starting from March 14 to 28 in a measure...","Sri Lanka to ban travellers from Iran, Italy, South Korea for two weeks Sri Lanka has banned all travel from Italy, Iran and South Korea for two weeks starting from March 14 to 28 in a measure...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's CEB faulted for cutting power on Feb 03,2/27/2020,Energy,"A probe committee appointed by Sri Lanka's energy ministry has faulted the state power utility, Ceylon Electricity Board...","Sri Lanka's CEB faulted for cutting power on Feb 03 A probe committee appointed by Sri Lanka's energy ministry has faulted the state power utility, Ceylon Electricity Board...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka finance companies hit by Coronavirus, import controls: Fitch",10/21/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's finance and leasing companies (FLCs) would be hurt further from the risk of a 'second wave' of Coronavirus w...,"Sri Lanka finance companies hit by Coronavirus, import controls: Fitch Sri Lanka's finance and leasing companies (FLCs) would be hurt further from the risk of a 'second wave' of Coronavirus w...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka blames terrorists, extremists, Arab spring operatives for protest violence",4/1/2022,Defence,I think extremist is wrong. I think the correct word is terrorist,"Sri Lanka blames terrorists, extremists, Arab spring operatives for protest violence I think extremist is wrong. I think the correct word is terrorist",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's biz chambers want interim-gvt formed soon,5/11/2022,Business,Twelve key businesses chambers jointly issued the statement ,Sri Lanka's biz chambers want interim-gvt formed soon Twelve key businesses chambers jointly issued the statement ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka COVID19 cases reaches 159 as eight new confirmed cases are found,4/4/2020,Health,Sri Lanka relaxed some rules for curfew bound regions in the country as eight more confirmed cases were found Friday bri...,Sri Lanka COVID19 cases reaches 159 as eight new confirmed cases are found Sri Lanka relaxed some rules for curfew bound regions in the country as eight more confirmed cases were found Friday bri...,negative,-1 Govt will not register all Social Media users only foreign operators - Keheliya,12/21/2020,Media,Sri Lanka is planning to register foreign digital operators as these “digital multinational conglomerates are overwhel...,Govt will not register all Social Media users only foreign operators - Keheliya Sri Lanka is planning to register foreign digital operators as these “digital multinational conglomerates are overwhel...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's economic consequences of the peace; monetary instability and trade lockdown: Bellwether,7/23/2020,Bellwether,While Sri Lanka defeated the Tamil Tigers in 2009 and the Coronavirus in 2020 – the battle is not yet over – it is r...,Sri Lanka's economic consequences of the peace; monetary instability and trade lockdown: Bellwether While Sri Lanka defeated the Tamil Tigers in 2009 and the Coronavirus in 2020 – the battle is not yet over – it is r...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Supreme Court postpones writ petition on local elections to May 11,2/23/2023,Politics,The president claimed that there was no election to postpone as no date for the election had been legally declared.,Sri Lanka Supreme Court postpones writ petition on local elections to May 11 The president claimed that there was no election to postpone as no date for the election had been legally declared.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka denies 5-pct tax on wage earner tax after 1-pct tax on undeclared funds,9/15/2021,Economy,Not discussed in cabinet,Sri Lanka denies 5-pct tax on wage earner tax after 1-pct tax on undeclared funds Not discussed in cabinet,negative,-1 Sri Lanka plans state ayurvedic massage centres for tourists,4/5/2024,Health,"""In collaboration with the Department of Ayurveda, we are establishing ‘Body Mantra’ massage centres across the coun...","Sri Lanka plans state ayurvedic massage centres for tourists ""In collaboration with the Department of Ayurveda, we are establishing ‘Body Mantra’ massage centres across the coun...",positive,1 Sri Lanka PABC net down 13-pct in March; loans contract,5/20/2019,Banking,Profits at Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Bank fell 13 percent from a year earlier to 272 million rupees in the March 2019 quarter...,Sri Lanka PABC net down 13-pct in March; loans contract Profits at Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Bank fell 13 percent from a year earlier to 272 million rupees in the March 2019 quarter...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka and China ink 10bn yuan central bank swap for 3-years,3/22/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka has signed a 10 billion yuan (about 1.5 billion US dollars) swap deal with China for three years, the central ...","Sri Lanka and China ink 10bn yuan central bank swap for 3-years Sri Lanka has signed a 10 billion yuan (about 1.5 billion US dollars) swap deal with China for three years, the central ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to ban open account imports to curb Undiyal/Hawala,4/29/2022,Economy,"""We see that there is a large volume of money going through the Hawala/Undiyal systems","Sri Lanka to ban open account imports to curb Undiyal/Hawala ""We see that there is a large volume of money going through the Hawala/Undiyal systems",negative,-1 Macron unveils 'great national debate' to calm Yellow Vest carbon tax protest,1/14/2019,International news,"French President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday spelled out the questions underpinning his ""great national debate"", a public ...","Macron unveils 'great national debate' to calm Yellow Vest carbon tax protest French President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday spelled out the questions underpinning his ""great national debate"", a public ...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka state firm ready to buy 300,000MT of paddy in current season",2/15/2022,Agriculture,Wet rice also be be bought,"Sri Lanka state firm ready to buy 300,000MT of paddy in current season Wet rice also be be bought",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka national debt soars to 84-pct of GDP amid soft-peg collapse, REER targeting",3/8/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's central government debt is estimated to have soared to 84 percent of gross domestic product in 2018, from 77...","Sri Lanka national debt soars to 84-pct of GDP amid soft-peg collapse, REER targeting Sri Lanka's central government debt is estimated to have soared to 84 percent of gross domestic product in 2018, from 77...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to open 500 outdoor gyms at cost of Rs 625 million: cabinet spokesman,5/4/2021,Sports,"The move is expected to provide a catalyst for progress in the field of sports, the minister said.","Sri Lanka to open 500 outdoor gyms at cost of Rs 625 million: cabinet spokesman The move is expected to provide a catalyst for progress in the field of sports, the minister said.",positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee opens broadly stable at 300.50/90 to US dollar,5/28/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were steady.,Sri Lanka rupee opens broadly stable at 300.50/90 to US dollar Bond yields were steady.,positive,1 Cabinet minister accuses Sri Lanka central bank of not prioritising customer well-being,9/18/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka’s Central Bank has formulated most of its monetary policies with the well-being of banks and finance compani...,Cabinet minister accuses Sri Lanka central bank of not prioritising customer well-being Sri Lanka’s Central Bank has formulated most of its monetary policies with the well-being of banks and finance compani...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka sets new daily vax record with over half a million jabbed in one day,7/30/2021,Health,"“The most convenient vaccine we were able to get, may be due to our diplomatic relationship, was Sinopham,” he said.","Sri Lanka sets new daily vax record with over half a million jabbed in one day “The most convenient vaccine we were able to get, may be due to our diplomatic relationship, was Sinopham,” he said.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka legal smokes down 20-pct, alcohol 13-pct amid taxes, rupee collapse",11/14/2023,Economy,Ciggarette taxes up after two tax hikes,"Sri Lanka legal smokes down 20-pct, alcohol 13-pct amid taxes, rupee collapse Ciggarette taxes up after two tax hikes",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bonds opens lower, rupee steady, stocks up",12/5/2018,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 178.90/179.30 levels to the US dollar in the spot market Wednesday, while longer tenor b...","Sri Lanka bonds opens lower, rupee steady, stocks up Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 178.90/179.30 levels to the US dollar in the spot market Wednesday, while longer tenor b...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka hoteliers hopeful of better tourism season ahead as arrivals rise ,3/4/2023,Tourism,"Tourism arrivals, revenue hit less than the targets in 2022","Sri Lanka hoteliers hopeful of better tourism season ahead as arrivals rise  Tourism arrivals, revenue hit less than the targets in 2022",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Tyre maker installs 2.4MW rooftop solar plant,1/4/2024,Business,Will offset 21-pct of electricity consumption,Sri Lanka Tyre maker installs 2.4MW rooftop solar plant Will offset 21-pct of electricity consumption,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee close at Rs304/306 to US dollar, bond yields steady",6/16/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed at 304/306 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said, while bond yields were steady.","Sri Lanka rupee close at Rs304/306 to US dollar, bond yields steady Sri Lanka rupee closed at 304/306 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said, while bond yields were steady.",positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee hamstrung on decree, bonds slightly up after yield control lifted",9/17/2021,Bonds & Forex,A 01.12.2024 bond traded at 8.24 percent Friday ,"Sri Lanka rupee hamstrung on decree, bonds slightly up after yield control lifted A 01.12.2024 bond traded at 8.24 percent Friday ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka allocates 5.6 bn rupees for health sector: Minister,10/28/2023,Health,5.6 billion rupees was allocated from the Treasury for the supply of medicines,Sri Lanka allocates 5.6 bn rupees for health sector: Minister 5.6 billion rupees was allocated from the Treasury for the supply of medicines,negative,-1 Continued harassment of Muslims could prove detrimental to Sri Lanka: Amnesty International,6/16/2020,Human Rights,"Continued harassment of Sri Lanka’s Muslim minority could prove detrimental to the country, global human rights watch-...","Continued harassment of Muslims could prove detrimental to Sri Lanka: Amnesty International Continued harassment of Sri Lanka’s Muslim minority could prove detrimental to the country, global human rights watch-...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka: a danger zone for sharks and rays,2/2/2020,Wild Life,An internationally renowned Marine Conservationist is warning that a species of shark found in Sri Lankan waters has dis...,Sri Lanka: a danger zone for sharks and rays An internationally renowned Marine Conservationist is warning that a species of shark found in Sri Lankan waters has dis...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka GMOA urges Coronavirus rapid tests for 27,000 contacts to quell Covid-19, count 171",4/5/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's Government Medical Officers Association has urged the Health Ministry to screen contacts of confirmed patien...,"Sri Lanka GMOA urges Coronavirus rapid tests for 27,000 contacts to quell Covid-19, count 171 Sri Lanka's Government Medical Officers Association has urged the Health Ministry to screen contacts of confirmed patien...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka cabinet debates IMF bailout for second week,12/21/2021,Economy,"""Different views"" (vividher adahas) were expressed by ministers","Sri Lanka cabinet debates IMF bailout for second week ""Different views"" (vividher adahas) were expressed by ministers",positive,1 Sri Lanka gives Ceylon tea to Turkiye earthquake survivors,2/12/2023,Environment,"Over 25,000 have been confirmed dead from the earthquake so far in Turkey and Syria","Sri Lanka gives Ceylon tea to Turkiye earthquake survivors Over 25,000 have been confirmed dead from the earthquake so far in Turkey and Syria",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 301.75/302.50 to US dollar,5/16/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were up,Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 301.75/302.50 to US dollar Bond yields were up,negative,-1 Sri Lanka running out of ICUs for COVID-19 as younger cases with severe symptoms surge,4/22/2021,Health,Sri Lanka’s state hospitals are running out intensive care units (ICUs) allocated for COVID-19 treatment as more and m...,Sri Lanka running out of ICUs for COVID-19 as younger cases with severe symptoms surge Sri Lanka’s state hospitals are running out intensive care units (ICUs) allocated for COVID-19 treatment as more and m...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stock market closed after falling over 10-pct,4/25/2022,Markets,ASPI drops to it's lowest in 10-months ,Sri Lanka stock market closed after falling over 10-pct ASPI drops to it's lowest in 10-months ,negative,-1 Live telecasts of Easter attack hearings may stop,5/30/2019,Uncategorized,Parliament and the Ministry of Defense will revisit the idea of providing live telecasts of the proceedings of the Parli...,Live telecasts of Easter attack hearings may stop Parliament and the Ministry of Defense will revisit the idea of providing live telecasts of the proceedings of the Parli...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks open 0.11-pct higher,6/17/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks open 0.11 percent higher on buying interest in John Keells Holdings, Commercial Bank of Ceylon and So...","Sri Lanka stocks open 0.11-pct higher Sri Lanka's stocks open 0.11 percent higher on buying interest in John Keells Holdings, Commercial Bank of Ceylon and So...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's shares fall as investors wait for further IMF assurances,2/7/2023,Markets,The market generated a revenue of 1 billion rupees within the first hour of trade. ,Sri Lanka's shares fall as investors wait for further IMF assurances The market generated a revenue of 1 billion rupees within the first hour of trade. ,negative,-1 Foreign investors sell Rs17bn in Sri Lanka bonds in week,12/10/2018,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Foreign investors have sold 17 billion rupees of bonds with total holdings of bonds dropping to 180.9 bill...,Foreign investors sell Rs17bn in Sri Lanka bonds in week ECONOMYNEXT - Foreign investors have sold 17 billion rupees of bonds with total holdings of bonds dropping to 180.9 bill...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka inflation rises to 64.3-pct in August,8/31/2022,Economy,Food price rose 93.7 percent in the 12-months to August,Sri Lanka inflation rises to 64.3-pct in August Food price rose 93.7 percent in the 12-months to August,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's state universities to re-open subject to 11 conditions,7/6/2020,Education,"Sri Lanka’s state universities will recommence their academic activities starting today, subject to 11 conditions, Uni...","Sri Lanka's state universities to re-open subject to 11 conditions Sri Lanka’s state universities will recommence their academic activities starting today, subject to 11 conditions, Uni...",positive,1 Sri Lanka shares slip over 1-pct in mid-day trade,8/25/2022,Markets,ASPI down 1.24%,Sri Lanka shares slip over 1-pct in mid-day trade ASPI down 1.24%,negative,-1 An election now will be an election of death: SJB,4/20/2020,Politics,The government and the National Election Commission (NEC) must take full responsibility for any increase in COVID-19 rel...,An election now will be an election of death: SJB The government and the National Election Commission (NEC) must take full responsibility for any increase in COVID-19 rel...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka president instructs to execute politicized FTA with Singapore immediately ,11/16/2022,Trade,Former president Rajapaksa's government reviewed the FTA after trade union protests ,Sri Lanka president instructs to execute politicized FTA with Singapore immediately  Former president Rajapaksa's government reviewed the FTA after trade union protests ,positive,1 Sri Lanka to get free Covid vaccines from India and China,1/26/2021,International Relations,"The 500,000 doses of the Indian version of the Oxford AstraZeneca vaccine for the Covid 19 virus which New Delhi is dona...","Sri Lanka to get free Covid vaccines from India and China The 500,000 doses of the Indian version of the Oxford AstraZeneca vaccine for the Covid 19 virus which New Delhi is dona...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks end lower on profit-taking; Expolanka up after earnings ,7/30/2021,Markets,Foreign investors continued to exit the island nation’s risky asset.,Sri Lanka stocks end lower on profit-taking; Expolanka up after earnings  Foreign investors continued to exit the island nation’s risky asset.,negative,-1 The Wuhan virus lab at the heart of the US-China spat,5/6/2020,International news,The Chinese laboratory accused by top American officials of being the source of the coronavirus pandemic conducts resear...,The Wuhan virus lab at the heart of the US-China spat The Chinese laboratory accused by top American officials of being the source of the coronavirus pandemic conducts resear...,positive,1 Sri Lanka plans to cap forex risks of rupee bond investors through swap: Minister Cabraal,9/10/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka will offer to cap forex risks of investors in a bid to draw investors into rupee debt which will reduce the co...,Sri Lanka plans to cap forex risks of rupee bond investors through swap: Minister Cabraal Sri Lanka will offer to cap forex risks of investors in a bid to draw investors into rupee debt which will reduce the co...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Minister apologizes for creating shortages, gives up on price controls",10/8/2021,Economy,We apologize for the inconvenience caused to consumers,"Sri Lanka Minister apologizes for creating shortages, gives up on price controls We apologize for the inconvenience caused to consumers",negative,-1 Sri Lanka extends deadline to restructure EPF debt to Aug 28,8/11/2023,Economy,Deadline extended following feedback,Sri Lanka extends deadline to restructure EPF debt to Aug 28 Deadline extended following feedback,negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond markets dead after Stage II shock,11/2/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bond markets had seen some activity in 2024 and 2027 bonds before the Stage II.,Sri Lanka bond markets dead after Stage II shock Bond markets had seen some activity in 2024 and 2027 bonds before the Stage II.,negative,-1 "Protests, strikes must stop for some time for Sri Lanka to recover under SJB govt: MP",3/4/2024,Politics,"""We have to understand this reality and maintain a somewhat tough administration, won't we?"" he said.","Protests, strikes must stop for some time for Sri Lanka to recover under SJB govt: MP ""We have to understand this reality and maintain a somewhat tough administration, won't we?"" he said.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to shrink Army over 50-pct by 2030, to strengthen Navy: State Defence Minister",5/16/2024,Defence,Political leaders have been reluctant to slash the size of military fearing repercussions in elections ,"Sri Lanka to shrink Army over 50-pct by 2030, to strengthen Navy: State Defence Minister Political leaders have been reluctant to slash the size of military fearing repercussions in elections ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka has second successful Treasuries auction in 3-month bills only,10/27/2021,Bonds & Forex,6-month and 12-month bill markets still crippled,Sri Lanka has second successful Treasuries auction in 3-month bills only 6-month and 12-month bill markets still crippled,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee opens Feb weaker, gilt yields unchanged",2/3/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 181.40/50 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields ...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens Feb weaker, gilt yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 181.40/50 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka opposition leader demands international probe into Easter bombings,9/5/2023,Politics,"“I don’t believe the masterminds can be found in a domestic investigation,"" he said.","Sri Lanka opposition leader demands international probe into Easter bombings “I don’t believe the masterminds can be found in a domestic investigation,"" he said.",negative,-1 Did Gota vote in 2005 when he was still an American?,8/21/2019,Uncategorized,The Centre for Monitoring Election Violence (CMEV) is calling on the Elections Commission to investigate a complaint mad...,Did Gota vote in 2005 when he was still an American? The Centre for Monitoring Election Violence (CMEV) is calling on the Elections Commission to investigate a complaint mad...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka minor opposition party leader among five shot dead,1/22/2024,Politics,One of the victims was leader of the Ape Jana Bala party Saman Perera.,Sri Lanka minor opposition party leader among five shot dead One of the victims was leader of the Ape Jana Bala party Saman Perera.,negative,-1 ADB gives Sri Lanka US$145mn to help breed tech-oriented graduates,2/13/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – The Asian Development Bank (ADB) will give Sri Lanka 145 million US dollars for science and technol...,ADB gives Sri Lanka US$145mn to help breed tech-oriented graduates ECONOMYNEXT – The Asian Development Bank (ADB) will give Sri Lanka 145 million US dollars for science and technol...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka court set to rule on sacking of parliament,12/7/2018,Political News,Security was stepped up outside Sri Lanka's top court on Friday ahead of an expected ruling on whether the president bro...,Sri Lanka court set to rule on sacking of parliament Security was stepped up outside Sri Lanka's top court on Friday ahead of an expected ruling on whether the president bro...,negative,-1 US to slap 10-pct tariff on $300 bn more in Chinese goods: Trump,8/2/2019,International news,"President Donald Trump announced Thursday he will hit China with punitive tariffs on another $300 billion in goods, esca...","US to slap 10-pct tariff on $300 bn more in Chinese goods: Trump President Donald Trump announced Thursday he will hit China with punitive tariffs on another $300 billion in goods, esca...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's parliament will have to be dissolved after local govt polls: G L Peiris,1/23/2023,Politics,"""It won’t be a parliament that represents the people’s will even at a minimal level,” said Peiris.","Sri Lanka's parliament will have to be dissolved after local govt polls: G L Peiris ""It won’t be a parliament that represents the people’s will even at a minimal level,” said Peiris.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka president to contest election under new alliance: Harin,3/13/2024,Politics,"""Wait a little. It'll happen,"" he said.","Sri Lanka president to contest election under new alliance: Harin ""Wait a little. It'll happen,"" he said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka getting enough inflows to repay $1.5bn by April: CB Governor,11/14/2018,Economy,The Central Bank of Sri Lanka said that it is expecting enough foreign inflows to rollover the 1.5 billion dollars of so...,Sri Lanka getting enough inflows to repay $1.5bn by April: CB Governor The Central Bank of Sri Lanka said that it is expecting enough foreign inflows to rollover the 1.5 billion dollars of so...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's GMOA to go on token strike on October 13 over transfer, internship delays",10/8/2021,Health,"“We request the Minister of Health to take immediate action to resolve this issue,"" the GMOA said.","Sri Lanka's GMOA to go on token strike on October 13 over transfer, internship delays “We request the Minister of Health to take immediate action to resolve this issue,"" the GMOA said.",negative,-1 Argentina's pro-dollarization Milei wins amid Sri Lanka style objections,11/20/2023,Economy,"In Argentina, several hundred billion US dollars are in any case believed to be held by citizens","Argentina's pro-dollarization Milei wins amid Sri Lanka style objections In Argentina, several hundred billion US dollars are in any case believed to be held by citizens",negative,-1 Sri Lanka debt advisors looking at local debt: President,8/5/2022,Economy,Certainly it will have far reaching consequences,Sri Lanka debt advisors looking at local debt: President Certainly it will have far reaching consequences,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's NTB profits down 12-pct in March quarter,5/16/2022,Stocks & Companies,NTB group reported earnings of 5.23 rupees per share for the quarter.,Sri Lanka's NTB profits down 12-pct in March quarter NTB group reported earnings of 5.23 rupees per share for the quarter.,negative,-1 SME food suppliers of Sri Lanka retail chain financed by USAID,12/29/2022,Business,The partnership plans to support approximately 100 MSMEs to obtain USD 4 million worth of credit over six months.,SME food suppliers of Sri Lanka retail chain financed by USAID The partnership plans to support approximately 100 MSMEs to obtain USD 4 million worth of credit over six months.,positive,1 "China mops up liquidity to prop up Yuan, Sri Lanka rupee slightly weaker",8/7/2019,Economy,The People's Bank of China mopped up excess liquidity in money markets to prop up its now unstable 'flexible exchange ra...,"China mops up liquidity to prop up Yuan, Sri Lanka rupee slightly weaker The People's Bank of China mopped up excess liquidity in money markets to prop up its now unstable 'flexible exchange ra...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks gain on financials; Sampath Bank leads ,9/28/2022,Markets,Market still sees foreign inflows since an IMF announcement last month,Sri Lanka stocks gain on financials; Sampath Bank leads  Market still sees foreign inflows since an IMF announcement last month,negative,-1 IMF deal hope boosts Sri Lanka shares to gain for 4th straight session;  end at 2-mo high  ,8/3/2022,Markets,Market sees highest turnover in more than two months.,IMF deal hope boosts Sri Lanka shares to gain for 4th straight session;  end at 2-mo high   Market sees highest turnover in more than two months.,positive,1 Alleged Yala clearing: Sri Lanka wildlife ministry denies opp. leader's claims,7/15/2021,Environment,"""We don’t have information about any such clearing,"" the official said.","Alleged Yala clearing: Sri Lanka wildlife ministry denies opp. leader's claims ""We don’t have information about any such clearing,"" the official said.",negative,-1 "Sri Lankans stock up, buy online in Covid-19 curfews, informal workers hard-hit: survey",6/19/2020,Business,Online purchasing and work from home had doubled in Sri Lanka and many people stocked more foods than earlier while thos...,"Sri Lankans stock up, buy online in Covid-19 curfews, informal workers hard-hit: survey Online purchasing and work from home had doubled in Sri Lanka and many people stocked more foods than earlier while thos...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka embassy in Vietnam in push to knit apparel industries together,7/14/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's embassy in Ha Noi said it had started talks with Vietnam's apparel industry body in a bid to explore co-oper...,Sri Lanka embassy in Vietnam in push to knit apparel industries together Sri Lanka's embassy in Ha Noi said it had started talks with Vietnam's apparel industry body in a bid to explore co-oper...,negative,-1 Gazette issued extending Sri Lanka's public servants' retirement age to 65,1/20/2022,Economy,"The extension is effective as of January 01, 2022.","Gazette issued extending Sri Lanka's public servants' retirement age to 65 The extension is effective as of January 01, 2022.",positive,1 Sri Lanka opposition demands more transparency in SOE restructuring,6/2/2023,Economy,"“As a party, we believe that SOEs must be restructured. But there should be transparency.""","Sri Lanka opposition demands more transparency in SOE restructuring “As a party, we believe that SOEs must be restructured. But there should be transparency.""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka banks required to sell 10-pct of forex remittances to the central bank,2/3/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's commercial banks have been required to sell 10 percent of foreign worker remittances that are converted each...,Sri Lanka banks required to sell 10-pct of forex remittances to the central bank Sri Lanka's commercial banks have been required to sell 10 percent of foreign worker remittances that are converted each...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka courts get AV equipment from US for Covid-19 era hearings,10/1/2021,Economy,To help courts to record and transcribe proceedings,Sri Lanka courts get AV equipment from US for Covid-19 era hearings To help courts to record and transcribe proceedings,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka CPC officials pressured at Human Rights Commission meeting, claims minister",1/27/2023,Democracy,CEB agreed for uninterrupted power supply until February 17.,"Sri Lanka CPC officials pressured at Human Rights Commission meeting, claims minister CEB agreed for uninterrupted power supply until February 17.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka finds three Coronavirus patients among returnees from Italy, Germany",3/13/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka has found three new Coronavirus virus among persons who had recently returned from abroad, the state informati...","Sri Lanka finds three Coronavirus patients among returnees from Italy, Germany Sri Lanka has found three new Coronavirus virus among persons who had recently returned from abroad, the state informati...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Justice Minister urge people not to send rogues as lawmaker,12/23/2022,Politics,Sri Lanka witnessed unprecedented protests ousting two key leaders this year ,Sri Lanka Justice Minister urge people not to send rogues as lawmaker Sri Lanka witnessed unprecedented protests ousting two key leaders this year ,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka drug, fuel shortages deprive treatment of cyclone-hit animals",12/17/2022,Agriculture,"By December 14th 1,272 animals had died. Another 420 were sick and were being treated.","Sri Lanka drug, fuel shortages deprive treatment of cyclone-hit animals By December 14th 1,272 animals had died. Another 420 were sick and were being treated.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stocks close up, Food, Beverage and Tobacco shares push turnover",1/5/2024,Commodities,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Friday, CSE data showed. ","Sri Lanka stocks close up, Food, Beverage and Tobacco shares push turnover The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Friday, CSE data showed. ",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka needs agriculture policy change to up farmer incomes, productivity",12/21/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's subsidy based agriculture policies are not helping to boost productivity and take farmers out of poverty or ...,"Sri Lanka needs agriculture policy change to up farmer incomes, productivity Sri Lanka's subsidy based agriculture policies are not helping to boost productivity and take farmers out of poverty or ...",negative,-1 Fishermen advised not to venture out to sea,4/29/2019,Weather and Climate,The Department of Meteorology advises fishermen not to venture out to deep and swallow seas due to prevailing weather co...,Fishermen advised not to venture out to sea The Department of Meteorology advises fishermen not to venture out to deep and swallow seas due to prevailing weather co...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka builds up Navy capacity to handle foreign research ships during moratorium: FM,5/9/2024,Defence,Two Chinese research vessels arrived in Sri Lanka within 14 months through October 2023. ,Sri Lanka builds up Navy capacity to handle foreign research ships during moratorium: FM Two Chinese research vessels arrived in Sri Lanka within 14 months through October 2023. ,positive,1 "X-Press Feeders CEO apologises to Sri Lanka, says damage assessment will take time",6/4/2021,Logistics,"""There are many incidents like that at sea, and sometimes terminals and ports are able to help, and sometimes not.""","X-Press Feeders CEO apologises to Sri Lanka, says damage assessment will take time ""There are many incidents like that at sea, and sometimes terminals and ports are able to help, and sometimes not.""",negative,-1 IMF to begin talks with Sri Lanka on program,3/18/2022,Economy,We will discuss with the authorities how best we can assist Sri Lanka going forward: spokesperson,IMF to begin talks with Sri Lanka on program We will discuss with the authorities how best we can assist Sri Lanka going forward: spokesperson,positive,1 "Sri Lanka could face long power cuts, water shortages, Southern grid failures",2/11/2022,Energy,Avoiding one hour power cuts is leading to further severe depletion of water storage,"Sri Lanka could face long power cuts, water shortages, Southern grid failures Avoiding one hour power cuts is leading to further severe depletion of water storage",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Freedom Party anti-Sirisena faction, New Alliance meet for talks",5/15/2024,Politics,The meeting took place in Madiwela on Tuesday May 14.,"Sri Lanka Freedom Party anti-Sirisena faction, New Alliance meet for talks The meeting took place in Madiwela on Tuesday May 14.",positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee closes at 321.00/50 to the US dollar,8/15/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 321/321.50 to the US dollar on Tuesday.,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 321.00/50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 321/321.50 to the US dollar on Tuesday.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's Atlas Axillia overcomes boycotts, eyes exports",1/28/2020,Business,"Atlas Axillia, a top stationery maker in Sri Lanka, says it has managed overcome any significant dent to revenue from th...","Sri Lanka's Atlas Axillia overcomes boycotts, eyes exports Atlas Axillia, a top stationery maker in Sri Lanka, says it has managed overcome any significant dent to revenue from th...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka to acquire 2mn Sinopharm doses in June, 400,000 Sputnik V in July",6/2/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka has made agreements to purchase 13 million doses of the Chinese vaccine by end 2021, the minister said.","Sri Lanka to acquire 2mn Sinopharm doses in June, 400,000 Sputnik V in July Sri Lanka has made agreements to purchase 13 million doses of the Chinese vaccine by end 2021, the minister said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka President reiterates sovereignty with Chinese envoy amid fresh Indian concerns,8/4/2022,International Relations,Wickremesinghe faces first diplomatic issue over India-China cold war in Sri Lanka,Sri Lanka President reiterates sovereignty with Chinese envoy amid fresh Indian concerns Wickremesinghe faces first diplomatic issue over India-China cold war in Sri Lanka,positive,1 Sri Lanka to investigate private domestic carrier after emergency landings,12/28/2021,Aviation,A Sakurai-owned light aircraft made two emergency landings in one week owing to technical failures.,Sri Lanka to investigate private domestic carrier after emergency landings A Sakurai-owned light aircraft made two emergency landings in one week owing to technical failures.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to set up state-run Youth Start up fund, loan guarantee fund: Namal",4/21/2021,Banking,"Sri Lanka will set up a state-run Youth Startup Fund and a Guarantee Fund to help young entrepreneurs get capital, Minis...","Sri Lanka to set up state-run Youth Start up fund, loan guarantee fund: Namal Sri Lanka will set up a state-run Youth Startup Fund and a Guarantee Fund to help young entrepreneurs get capital, Minis...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka national inflation rises 2.9-pct in March,4/23/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's nationwide inflation picked up to 2.9 percent in the 12-months to March 2019 from 2.4 percent in February, t...","Sri Lanka national inflation rises 2.9-pct in March Sri Lanka's nationwide inflation picked up to 2.9 percent in the 12-months to March 2019 from 2.4 percent in February, t...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's new agriculture minister to propose acquiring uncultivated farmlands,5/30/2022,Agriculture,"“Everyone, please get in the field, and grow [crops],” the minister said on Sunday (29) speaking to reporters.","Sri Lanka's new agriculture minister to propose acquiring uncultivated farmlands “Everyone, please get in the field, and grow [crops],” the minister said on Sunday (29) speaking to reporters.",positive,1 No sign of AstraZeneca second dose yet as Sri Lanka continues to receive more Sinopoharm,7/22/2021,Health,Sri Lanka has so far acquired 9.1 million doses of Sinopharm in total.,No sign of AstraZeneca second dose yet as Sri Lanka continues to receive more Sinopoharm Sri Lanka has so far acquired 9.1 million doses of Sinopharm in total.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka extends debt moratorium on passenger transport vehicles,3/15/2021,Banking,"Sri Lanka has extended a moratorium on buses, school vans and three wheeler for a further six months from April 01, on r...","Sri Lanka extends debt moratorium on passenger transport vehicles Sri Lanka has extended a moratorium on buses, school vans and three wheeler for a further six months from April 01, on r...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka constitutional crisis strengthened democracy, investor confidence",9/10/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka’s constitutional crisis last year demonstrated the people’s commitment to democracy and bolstered investor...,"Sri Lanka constitutional crisis strengthened democracy, investor confidence Sri Lanka’s constitutional crisis last year demonstrated the people’s commitment to democracy and bolstered investor...",positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 197.00/197.50 in one-week forwards,3/9/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted steady at 197.00/197.50 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Tuesday wh...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 197.00/197.50 in one-week forwards Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted steady at 197.00/197.50 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Tuesday wh...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond yields open steady,3/2/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by 4.81 rupees,Sri Lanka bond yields open steady Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by 4.81 rupees,positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee at 329.25/95 to spot-next dollar, bond yields edge lower",7/26/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee at 329.25/95 to spot-next dollar,"Sri Lanka rupee at 329.25/95 to spot-next dollar, bond yields edge lower Sri Lanka rupee at 329.25/95 to spot-next dollar",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's struggling hotels get fillip from local demand,5/21/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka’s hotel demand surged during the Vesak holiday weekend with local bookings, after the industry took a h...","Sri Lanka's struggling hotels get fillip from local demand Sri Lanka’s hotel demand surged during the Vesak holiday weekend with local bookings, after the industry took a h...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka customs seize 206 star tortoises,2/12/2023,Aviation,Tortoises were packed in 6 Styrofoam boxes labelled as 'Dried Sea Foods',Sri Lanka customs seize 206 star tortoises Tortoises were packed in 6 Styrofoam boxes labelled as 'Dried Sea Foods',negative,-1 UNP non-committal about Shavendra as they want to play both sides-SLPP,8/21/2019,Politics,Parliamentarian supporting Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Lakshman Yapa Abeywardana said that UNP is not commenting ...,UNP non-committal about Shavendra as they want to play both sides-SLPP Parliamentarian supporting Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Lakshman Yapa Abeywardana said that UNP is not commenting ...,negative,-1 "Ambassador Teplitz ""deeply disappointed"" by US Capitol riots",1/12/2021,International Relations,"US Ambassador to Sri Lanka and the Maldives Alaina B Teplitz says she is deeply disappointed by the ""appalling scene"" in...","Ambassador Teplitz ""deeply disappointed"" by US Capitol riots US Ambassador to Sri Lanka and the Maldives Alaina B Teplitz says she is deeply disappointed by the ""appalling scene"" in...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stocks fall, active trading in bonds",3/22/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed at 178.00/15 to the US dollar, weaker from yesterday's 177.90/05 but stocks extended falls, whi...","Sri Lanka stocks fall, active trading in bonds Sri Lanka's rupee closed at 178.00/15 to the US dollar, weaker from yesterday's 177.90/05 but stocks extended falls, whi...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to soon reopen schools with 200 students or fewer for grades 1 to 5,9/24/2021,Education,"“We ask academic staff to revamp the school sick rooms, and bring students back to school under health protocols.”","Sri Lanka to soon reopen schools with 200 students or fewer for grades 1 to 5 “We ask academic staff to revamp the school sick rooms, and bring students back to school under health protocols.”",negative,-1 Sri Lanka targets 315mn kg tea production for 2019,2/20/2019,Agriculture,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka is aiming to produce 315 million kilos of tea in 2019, up five percent from last year, Mi...","Sri Lanka targets 315mn kg tea production for 2019 ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka is aiming to produce 315 million kilos of tea in 2019, up five percent from last year, Mi...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Cardinal puts Rajapaksa in the dock over Easter attacks,4/21/2022,Politics, I believe everyone responsible this will suffer the consequences of their actions,Sri Lanka Cardinal puts Rajapaksa in the dock over Easter attacks I believe everyone responsible this will suffer the consequences of their actions,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka poultry groups warns of weakening demand, Fall Armyworm",1/31/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's Ceylon Grain Elevators Plc, a feed milling and poultry group warned that demand for meat was weakening amid ...","Sri Lanka poultry groups warns of weakening demand, Fall Armyworm Sri Lanka's Ceylon Grain Elevators Plc, a feed milling and poultry group warned that demand for meat was weakening amid ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka cabinet clears plans to order CEB to make 70-pct renewable energy plan,9/14/2021,Energy,Guidelines to be given to CEB to make LTGEP,Sri Lanka cabinet clears plans to order CEB to make 70-pct renewable energy plan Guidelines to be given to CEB to make LTGEP,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to scrap specialized banking license,1/6/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka will scrap the specialized banking license in 2021 under a new law, converting all banks to a commercial licen...","Sri Lanka to scrap specialized banking license Sri Lanka will scrap the specialized banking license in 2021 under a new law, converting all banks to a commercial licen...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee closes at 324.00/25 to the US dollar, bond yields up",8/29/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 320.75/321.75 to the US dollar on Tuesday after closing at 324.00/25 on Monday, dealers sa...","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 324.00/25 to the US dollar, bond yields up Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 320.75/321.75 to the US dollar on Tuesday after closing at 324.00/25 on Monday, dealers sa...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's CEB may import fuel directly with Indian credit amid forex crisis,1/25/2022,Energy,Until now liquid fuel imports were done by the petroleum ministry,Sri Lanka's CEB may import fuel directly with Indian credit amid forex crisis Until now liquid fuel imports were done by the petroleum ministry,negative,-1 Sri Lanka fails to sell 14-pct of Treasuries at auction,12/2/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has failed to sell 14 percent of Treasuries offered at an auction on December 02, 2020 with 34.3 billion rupee...","Sri Lanka fails to sell 14-pct of Treasuries at auction Sri Lanka has failed to sell 14 percent of Treasuries offered at an auction on December 02, 2020 with 34.3 billion rupee...",negative,-1 Rwandan help to fight Fall Army Worm part of on-going cooperation – Army spokesman,1/4/2021,Agriculture,Rwandan military officers conducting experimental spraying of pesticides to combat the Fall Army Worm which is threateni...,Rwandan help to fight Fall Army Worm part of on-going cooperation – Army spokesman Rwandan military officers conducting experimental spraying of pesticides to combat the Fall Army Worm which is threateni...,negative,-1 No six pack but Malinga still a big-game hunter: Jayawardene,6/23/2019,Culture,Former Sri Lanka captain Mahela Jayawardene praised Lasith Malinga for his ability to step up in big games after the pac...,No six pack but Malinga still a big-game hunter: Jayawardene Former Sri Lanka captain Mahela Jayawardene praised Lasith Malinga for his ability to step up in big games after the pac...,positive,1 "Omani Shumookh inks MOU with Sri Lanka's UDA, interested in G-secs",8/3/2021,Business,The firm had already proposed to invest in a 100 MW Solar Park in Siyabalanduwa in Sri Lanka,"Omani Shumookh inks MOU with Sri Lanka's UDA, interested in G-secs The firm had already proposed to invest in a 100 MW Solar Park in Siyabalanduwa in Sri Lanka",negative,-1 "US stocks tumble on trade war, weakening outlook",8/13/2019,International news,Wall Street stocks finished a bruising session sharply lower Monday as worries about slowing growth and the protracted U...,"US stocks tumble on trade war, weakening outlook Wall Street stocks finished a bruising session sharply lower Monday as worries about slowing growth and the protracted U...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka opposition SJB to attend all-party talks on reconciliation; others to boycott,7/26/2023,Politics,"“Throwing a party around an empty piece of paper is not the solution to the national question.""","Sri Lanka opposition SJB to attend all-party talks on reconciliation; others to boycott “Throwing a party around an empty piece of paper is not the solution to the national question.""",negative,-1 "Chinese, Hong Kong stocks dive on Trump tariffs threat",5/6/2019,International news,China's key stock indices plunged more than five percent on Monday after US President Donald Trump threatened to hike ta...,"Chinese, Hong Kong stocks dive on Trump tariffs threat China's key stock indices plunged more than five percent on Monday after US President Donald Trump threatened to hike ta...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka not keen to enact draft monetary law,12/4/2019,Economy, Sri Lanka may not enact draft legislation to change the monetary law governing the central bank which seeks to establis...,Sri Lanka not keen to enact draft monetary law Sri Lanka may not enact draft legislation to change the monetary law governing the central bank which seeks to establis...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka public health officials launch two-day protest over fuel shortage,6/29/2022,Health,"“We were promised fuel last Friday, but we didn’t get it. At this point. we don’t even have fuel to report to work...","Sri Lanka public health officials launch two-day protest over fuel shortage “We were promised fuel last Friday, but we didn’t get it. At this point. we don’t even have fuel to report to work...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka main opposition SJB to conditionally support 22nd amendment to constitution,10/20/2022,Politics,"The SJB also retains the right to present an amendment aimed at curbing presidential powers, said Premadasa.","Sri Lanka main opposition SJB to conditionally support 22nd amendment to constitution The SJB also retains the right to present an amendment aimed at curbing presidential powers, said Premadasa.",positive,1 Sri Lanka milk output under threat from lumpy skin disease outbreak,4/26/2023,Food Crisis,"""A cow that gives 30 to 40 litres of daily, the milk can fall by 50 percent due this disease."" ","Sri Lanka milk output under threat from lumpy skin disease outbreak ""A cow that gives 30 to 40 litres of daily, the milk can fall by 50 percent due this disease."" ",negative,-1 More Sri Lankans switch to Hawala as money printing drive parallel exchange rates,12/3/2021,Economy,I don’t mind losing 2-3 rupees by sending my salary in dirham to support the country. But the gap is 10-11 rupees.,More Sri Lankans switch to Hawala as money printing drive parallel exchange rates I don’t mind losing 2-3 rupees by sending my salary in dirham to support the country. But the gap is 10-11 rupees.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's travel restrictions to continue uninterrupted till June 07: army chief,5/28/2021,Health,The army chief said divisional secretaries have been instructed to coordinate the delivery of essential items,Sri Lanka's travel restrictions to continue uninterrupted till June 07: army chief The army chief said divisional secretaries have been instructed to coordinate the delivery of essential items,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka’s new Central Bank Act challenges govt money printing, spending – minister",9/23/2023,Debt Restructuring,New CB Act came into effect from Sept 15. ,"Sri Lanka’s new Central Bank Act challenges govt money printing, spending – minister New CB Act came into effect from Sept 15. ",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bond yields down, rupee closes at 306.50/307.25 to US dollar",6/21/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed at 306.50/307.25 to the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka bond yields down, rupee closes at 306.50/307.25 to US dollar Sri Lanka rupee closed at 306.50/307.25 to the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields were down.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to host annual ADB meet in 2021,5/28/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka will host the 54th annual meeting of the Board of Governors of the Asian Development Bank in 2021, the finance...","Sri Lanka to host annual ADB meet in 2021 Sri Lanka will host the 54th annual meeting of the Board of Governors of the Asian Development Bank in 2021, the finance...",positive,1 Highest marine microplastic pollution in seas off Sri Lanka's North West: study,1/30/2019,Environment,Researchers have found the highest level of pollution by microplastic particles in the coastal waters off Sri Lanka's No...,Highest marine microplastic pollution in seas off Sri Lanka's North West: study Researchers have found the highest level of pollution by microplastic particles in the coastal waters off Sri Lanka's No...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s tax collection deficit over a trillion Rupees,12/4/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka’s tax collection for the year 2018 is showing a deficit of LKR1.3 trillion, the Parliamentary Committee on P...","Sri Lanka’s tax collection deficit over a trillion Rupees Sri Lanka’s tax collection for the year 2018 is showing a deficit of LKR1.3 trillion, the Parliamentary Committee on P...",negative,-1 Death toll due rough weather in Sri Lanka increases to five,8/6/2022,Uncategorized,One person has been injured and three people are reported to be missing.,Death toll due rough weather in Sri Lanka increases to five One person has been injured and three people are reported to be missing.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bond yields marginally down, guidance peg unchanged",10/25/2022,Bonds & Forex,Bills were not actively quoted,"Sri Lanka bond yields marginally down, guidance peg unchanged Bills were not actively quoted",negative,-1 Jet-setting Davos elite frets about climate,1/23/2019,International news,A die-hard environmentalist and head of a polluting company walk into a conference centre...,Jet-setting Davos elite frets about climate A die-hard environmentalist and head of a polluting company walk into a conference centre...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Welisara Navy base epicentre of the biggest COVID 19 cluster to re-open soon - Defence S...,6/17/2020,Defence,"Sri Lanka’s defence authorities are expressing confidence that they have the largest cluster of COVID 19 patients, whi...","Sri Lanka's Welisara Navy base epicentre of the biggest COVID 19 cluster to re-open soon - Defence S... Sri Lanka’s defence authorities are expressing confidence that they have the largest cluster of COVID 19 patients, whi...",positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee closes at 321.75/322.25 to the US dollar,9/5/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 321.75/322.25 to the US dollar on Tuesday,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 321.75/322.25 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 321.75/322.25 to the US dollar on Tuesday,negative,-1 India's Petronet proposes LNG for Sri Lanka power plants,6/22/2023,Economy,600+ MW of LNG power plants available will be pursued,India's Petronet proposes LNG for Sri Lanka power plants 600+ MW of LNG power plants available will be pursued,positive,1 Sri Lanka treating a new patient as Coronavirus infection: official,3/11/2020,Environment,Sri Lanka is treating a second patient at hostpital as a Coronavirus infected person through final confirmation is still...,Sri Lanka treating a new patient as Coronavirus infection: official Sri Lanka is treating a second patient at hostpital as a Coronavirus infected person through final confirmation is still...,negative,-1 "Some Easter suspects were in India, possibly for training - Army Commander",5/3/2019,Uncategorized,"Some of the key players suspected to be involved in the Easter bombings had travalled to India, Army Commander Lieutenan...","Some Easter suspects were in India, possibly for training - Army Commander Some of the key players suspected to be involved in the Easter bombings had travalled to India, Army Commander Lieutenan...",negative,-1 Ruling sought from Sri Lanka Speaker on Supreme Court hearings on DDR,8/8/2023,Economy,The independence of the judiciary is sacrosanct - Opposition leader,Ruling sought from Sri Lanka Speaker on Supreme Court hearings on DDR The independence of the judiciary is sacrosanct - Opposition leader,negative,-1 Sri Lanka legal alcohol consumption down 20-30-pct: Minister,9/29/2022,Economy,75 percent of a bottle of alcohol is taxes,Sri Lanka legal alcohol consumption down 20-30-pct: Minister 75 percent of a bottle of alcohol is taxes,negative,-1 Sri Lanka biodiversity platform gets water management expertise,3/25/2019,Environment,"ECONOMYNEXT – The International Water Management Institute (IWMI), based in Colombo, will become a partner of Bio...","Sri Lanka biodiversity platform gets water management expertise ECONOMYNEXT – The International Water Management Institute (IWMI), based in Colombo, will become a partner of Bio...",positive,1 UNIDO to help Sri Lanka formulate industrial policy,2/7/2020,Economy, The United Nations Industrial Development Organization will help Sri Lanka to create an industrial policy to move into ...,UNIDO to help Sri Lanka formulate industrial policy The United Nations Industrial Development Organization will help Sri Lanka to create an industrial policy to move into ...,positive,1 Ranil - Mahinda powwow over Sri Lanka economic recovery,6/3/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe and opposition leader Mahinda Rajapaksa had met with finance bigwigs for...,Ranil - Mahinda powwow over Sri Lanka economic recovery Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe and opposition leader Mahinda Rajapaksa had met with finance bigwigs for...,positive,1 Senkadagala Finance acquires Sri Lanka's Candor Asset Management,3/4/2020,Finance,"Candor Asset Management, a Sri Lankan unit trust and private portfolio management firm, was aquired by Senkadagala Finan...","Senkadagala Finance acquires Sri Lanka's Candor Asset Management Candor Asset Management, a Sri Lankan unit trust and private portfolio management firm, was aquired by Senkadagala Finan...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka coconut auction prices down 0.23-pct,6/16/2023,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka’s coconut auction prices fell 0.23 percent from a week ago at an auction on June 15, data showed.","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices down 0.23-pct Sri Lanka’s coconut auction prices fell 0.23 percent from a week ago at an auction on June 15, data showed.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka cabinet clears tax changes to pension funds to push DDR,7/18/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka is planning to tax superannuation funds that do not re-structure debt at higher rates,Sri Lanka cabinet clears tax changes to pension funds to push DDR Sri Lanka is planning to tax superannuation funds that do not re-structure debt at higher rates,negative,-1 "Ceylon Chamber wants more transparency on Sri Lanka’s defence, aid deals with U.S.",7/3/2019,Defence,The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has expressed concern over defence and aid deals Sri Lanka is to sign with the United Sta...,"Ceylon Chamber wants more transparency on Sri Lanka’s defence, aid deals with U.S. The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has expressed concern over defence and aid deals Sri Lanka is to sign with the United Sta...",negative,-1 Flagging Victoria's Secret announces new lingerie CEO,11/20/2018,Apparel,US lingerie giant Victoria's Secret announced Monday that it had appointed fashion executive John Mehas as new lingerie ...,Flagging Victoria's Secret announces new lingerie CEO US lingerie giant Victoria's Secret announced Monday that it had appointed fashion executive John Mehas as new lingerie ...,positive,1 Sri Lanka contemplating law to limit grace period offered to state university students,11/28/2022,Education,"""We will discuss this with students and student leaders. I think the time given is sufficient,"" he said.","Sri Lanka contemplating law to limit grace period offered to state university students ""We will discuss this with students and student leaders. I think the time given is sufficient,"" he said.",positive,1 "Sri Lanka domestic borrowings exceed deficit, repays Rs352bn to foreign lenders by Oct 2020",2/5/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka has repaid the equivalent of 352 billion rupees (about 1.9 billion US dollars) in foreign borrowings up to Oct...,"Sri Lanka domestic borrowings exceed deficit, repays Rs352bn to foreign lenders by Oct 2020 Sri Lanka has repaid the equivalent of 352 billion rupees (about 1.9 billion US dollars) in foreign borrowings up to Oct...",negative,-1 Elections Commission wants election posters removed from private buses and Tuk-tuks,7/9/2020,Legal,The Elections Commission (EC) is warning candidates not to display their posters or photographs on privately owned vehic...,Elections Commission wants election posters removed from private buses and Tuk-tuks The Elections Commission (EC) is warning candidates not to display their posters or photographs on privately owned vehic...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s Hemas Holdings March quarter net profit up 47-pct,5/27/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Hemas Holdings group net profit rose 47 percent to 863 million rupees in the Mar...,Sri Lanka’s Hemas Holdings March quarter net profit up 47-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Hemas Holdings group net profit rose 47 percent to 863 million rupees in the Mar...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's shares slip in mid day trade,1/5/2023,Markets,"Top losers were Expolanka, Seylan Bank and Cargills.","Sri Lanka's shares slip in mid day trade Top losers were Expolanka, Seylan Bank and Cargills.",negative,-1 Activists want Gota's passport and Dual Citizenship investigated,8/8/2019,Uncategorized,Two Civil Society activists are pushing the police towards investigating allegations of an allegedly irregular issue of ...,Activists want Gota's passport and Dual Citizenship investigated Two Civil Society activists are pushing the police towards investigating allegations of an allegedly irregular issue of ...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends weak, guilt yields flat",9/16/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 185.00/10 against the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields remained unchanged amids...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weak, guilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 185.00/10 against the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields remained unchanged amids...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee remains inactive,6/9/2021,Bonds & Forex,Weekly bills auction undersubscribed.,Sri Lanka rupee remains inactive Weekly bills auction undersubscribed.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's JKH helps preserve 1878 railway station in Colombo,8/8/2019,Ground,Sri Lanka's largest conglomerate John Keells Holdings (JKH) has renewed its commitment to maintain the historic Slave Is...,Sri Lanka's JKH helps preserve 1878 railway station in Colombo Sri Lanka's largest conglomerate John Keells Holdings (JKH) has renewed its commitment to maintain the historic Slave Is...,positive,1 Mahinda to meet Modi this afternoon,2/8/2020,International Relations,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is in New Delhi and has begun a packed schedule which started with a bilateral meeting ...,Mahinda to meet Modi this afternoon Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is in New Delhi and has begun a packed schedule which started with a bilateral meeting ...,positive,1 Two cops in hot pursuit shot in Akuressa,9/6/2019,Uncategorized,"Two police officers on duty on the Akuressa-Thibbatuwawa road were shot by an unidentified gunman earlier today (06), th...","Two cops in hot pursuit shot in Akuressa Two police officers on duty on the Akuressa-Thibbatuwawa road were shot by an unidentified gunman earlier today (06), th...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka budget 2022: key tax changes,11/12/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's budget for 2022 has proposed new taxes,Sri Lanka budget 2022: key tax changes Sri Lanka's budget for 2022 has proposed new taxes,positive,1 Curfew time pushed back to 2 PM in seven districts including Colombo,3/24/2020,Law and Order,"There is considerable confusion in the Colombo, Gampaha and Puttalam Districts today as the scheduled time to re-impose ...","Curfew time pushed back to 2 PM in seven districts including Colombo There is considerable confusion in the Colombo, Gampaha and Puttalam Districts today as the scheduled time to re-impose ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka nautical tourism to sail beyond the beach with boat show,8/10/2021,Business,"Pleasure boating, leisure fishing and marine engineering on view ","Sri Lanka nautical tourism to sail beyond the beach with boat show Pleasure boating, leisure fishing and marine engineering on view ",positive,1 Sri Lanka leisure industry to train golf caddies on course for high end tourism,2/18/2024,Business,Sri Lanka only has 40 caddies for all golf courses,Sri Lanka leisure industry to train golf caddies on course for high end tourism Sri Lanka only has 40 caddies for all golf courses,positive,1 Sri Lanka cabinet approves burqa ban: Minister,4/27/2021,Politics,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers have approved a controversial proposal to ban face covers including the burqa,Sri Lanka cabinet approves burqa ban: Minister Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers have approved a controversial proposal to ban face covers including the burqa,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka appeals for forex inflows to combat COVID-19, lifts inward restrictions",4/2/2020,Monetary,Sri Lanka has relaxed all restrictions on foreign currency inflows while its Central Bank issued a global appeal to Sri ...,"Sri Lanka appeals for forex inflows to combat COVID-19, lifts inward restrictions Sri Lanka has relaxed all restrictions on foreign currency inflows while its Central Bank issued a global appeal to Sri ...",positive,1 "Japan to resume stalled projects in Sri Lanka, emphasizes on free, open Indo-Pacific",5/4/2024,Debt Restructuring,Diplomatic ties between Sri Lanka and Japan has improved under Wickremesinghe after Rajapaksa's LRT cancellation ,"Japan to resume stalled projects in Sri Lanka, emphasizes on free, open Indo-Pacific Diplomatic ties between Sri Lanka and Japan has improved under Wickremesinghe after Rajapaksa's LRT cancellation ",positive,1 Sri Lanka’s post-war northern industrialisation effort failed: report,2/24/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – A new study to revive the economy of Sri Lanka’s war-ravaged northern province said efforts ...,Sri Lanka’s post-war northern industrialisation effort failed: report ECONOMYNEXT – A new study to revive the economy of Sri Lanka’s war-ravaged northern province said efforts ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka President concedes state media institutions to UNP,12/29/2018,Political News,President Maithripala Sirsiena has allocated all state media institutions to the ministry of Finance and Media ending sp...,Sri Lanka President concedes state media institutions to UNP President Maithripala Sirsiena has allocated all state media institutions to the ministry of Finance and Media ending sp...,negative,-1 Asian markets in retreat after week-long rally,1/14/2019,International news,"Hong Kong led a sell-off across Asian markets Monday as profit-takers moved in following a six-day rally, while traders ...","Asian markets in retreat after week-long rally Hong Kong led a sell-off across Asian markets Monday as profit-takers moved in following a six-day rally, while traders ...",positive,1 Sri Lanka public currency holdings spike in Covid-19 amid money printing talk,7/14/2021,Economy,Precautionary demand high in uncertainty,Sri Lanka public currency holdings spike in Covid-19 amid money printing talk Precautionary demand high in uncertainty,negative,-1 Sri Lanka plantation wage hike still under discussion: minister,2/6/2020,Agriculture,"The decision to raise the daily wage of plantation workers to 1000 rupees per day is still under discussion, the Ministe...","Sri Lanka plantation wage hike still under discussion: minister The decision to raise the daily wage of plantation workers to 1000 rupees per day is still under discussion, the Ministe...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Army to cultivate barren lands to prevent food crisis,6/18/2022,Agriculture,Sri Lanka is facing a looming food shortage in September this year.,Sri Lanka Army to cultivate barren lands to prevent food crisis Sri Lanka is facing a looming food shortage in September this year.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka president's close ally admits blunders on IMF, rupee, debt restructuring ",4/8/2022,Energy,"""I was within and outside the cabinet telling that we should have gone to the IMF a year ago.""","Sri Lanka president's close ally admits blunders on IMF, rupee, debt restructuring  ""I was within and outside the cabinet telling that we should have gone to the IMF a year ago.""",negative,-1 Arrest of Patali is not political vendetta-Bandula,12/19/2019,Politics,Co-Cabinet Spokesman Minister Bandula Gunawardena said that the arrest of former minister Patali Champika Ranawaka was n...,Arrest of Patali is not political vendetta-Bandula Co-Cabinet Spokesman Minister Bandula Gunawardena said that the arrest of former minister Patali Champika Ranawaka was n...,negative,-1 "China Merchants, Sri Lanka's Access to build US$392mn logistics hub",4/22/2023,Logistics,"The 530,000 CBM facility will begin construction in 2023 and be completed in 2025","China Merchants, Sri Lanka's Access to build US$392mn logistics hub The 530,000 CBM facility will begin construction in 2023 and be completed in 2025",positive,1 "Sri Lanka central bank deep in debt, dollar shortages at 'guidance' rate : Wijewardena",6/3/2022,Economy,Central bank has run out of reserves and is guidance rate,"Sri Lanka central bank deep in debt, dollar shortages at 'guidance' rate : Wijewardena Central bank has run out of reserves and is guidance rate",negative,-1 Sri Lanka cabinet clears plan allow new foreign fuel distributors,6/28/2022,Energy,Selected firms will have to import fuel on credit and runs a currency risk,Sri Lanka cabinet clears plan allow new foreign fuel distributors Selected firms will have to import fuel on credit and runs a currency risk,negative,-1 USAID to provide technical assistance for Sri Lanka's energy reforms,5/8/2023,Economy,The government has defended its moves to restructure loss-making state-owned enterprises (SOEs).,USAID to provide technical assistance for Sri Lanka's energy reforms The government has defended its moves to restructure loss-making state-owned enterprises (SOEs).,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka plans to beautify Colombo, other cities with Singapore-based firm",8/7/2023,Economy,"On plans formulated by Surbana Jurong, a Singapore-based urban, infrastructure and managed services consulting firm","Sri Lanka plans to beautify Colombo, other cities with Singapore-based firm On plans formulated by Surbana Jurong, a Singapore-based urban, infrastructure and managed services consulting firm",positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee at 365 to TT dollar, guidance rate at 359.75",5/17/2022,Bonds & Forex,Kerb rates ease,"Sri Lanka rupee at 365 to TT dollar, guidance rate at 359.75 Kerb rates ease",negative,-1 Sri Lanka power regulator takes U-turn on retrospective electricity price hike,1/20/2023,Energy,Sri Lankans face around 65% tariff hike on top of a similar price hike last year,Sri Lanka power regulator takes U-turn on retrospective electricity price hike Sri Lankans face around 65% tariff hike on top of a similar price hike last year,negative,-1 Vietnam rejects IMF-backed Sri Lanka-style policy in bid for monetary stability,1/15/2023,Economy," Vietnam does not have fully credible peg, but its monetary policy not widely inconsistent","Vietnam rejects IMF-backed Sri Lanka-style policy in bid for monetary stability Vietnam does not have fully credible peg, but its monetary policy not widely inconsistent",positive,1 TBEA Shenyang Transformer of China wins US$5.1mn Sri Lanka deal,7/16/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka has awarded a 5.1 million US dollars of contracts to TBEA Shenyang Transformer Group Company Ltd, to supply eq...","TBEA Shenyang Transformer of China wins US$5.1mn Sri Lanka deal Sri Lanka has awarded a 5.1 million US dollars of contracts to TBEA Shenyang Transformer Group Company Ltd, to supply eq...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka President says will not retire amid talks with SLPP, Sajith",9/29/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena said he will was not ready to retire and a new step will be taken after Decem...,"Sri Lanka President says will not retire amid talks with SLPP, Sajith Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena said he will was not ready to retire and a new step will be taken after Decem...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka manufacturing, services expand in Jan 2024: PMI",2/16/2024,Economy,"Apparels see recovery, services up amid tourism","Sri Lanka manufacturing, services expand in Jan 2024: PMI Apparels see recovery, services up amid tourism",positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee guidance peg edges up; market sees dull trade in govt securities ,8/15/2022,Bonds & Forex,The central bank monetary policy scheduled for August 18. ,Sri Lanka rupee guidance peg edges up; market sees dull trade in govt securities  The central bank monetary policy scheduled for August 18. ,negative,-1 Indian Coast Guard vessels visit Sri Lanka,12/1/2018,Defence,"ECONOMYNEXT- Two Indian Coast Guard ships have called on Colombo to increase cooperation with the Sri Lanka Coast Guard,...","Indian Coast Guard vessels visit Sri Lanka ECONOMYNEXT- Two Indian Coast Guard ships have called on Colombo to increase cooperation with the Sri Lanka Coast Guard,...",positive,1 "Crisis-hit Sri Lanka vacate over 16,000 army personnel ahead of IMF deal",12/16/2022,Free Speech,Sri Lanka is in the process of reducing government expenditure ahead of the IMF deal,"Crisis-hit Sri Lanka vacate over 16,000 army personnel ahead of IMF deal Sri Lanka is in the process of reducing government expenditure ahead of the IMF deal",negative,-1 UNP crisis: Crucial Working Committee meeting today,2/10/2020,Politics,There were negotiations this morning between the two sides in the deeply divided United National Party (UNP) as it strug...,UNP crisis: Crucial Working Committee meeting today There were negotiations this morning between the two sides in the deeply divided United National Party (UNP) as it strug...,negative,-1 Sri Lankan unit of Piramal Glass invests Rs.1.3bn to expand export production,7/5/2019,Business,"Piramal Glass Ceylon Plc (PGC), Sri Lanka's glass bottle manufacturer, has invested 1.3 billion rupees on a new bottling...","Sri Lankan unit of Piramal Glass invests Rs.1.3bn to expand export production Piramal Glass Ceylon Plc (PGC), Sri Lanka's glass bottle manufacturer, has invested 1.3 billion rupees on a new bottling...",positive,1 Sri Lanka in blackout as power grid hit by cascading failure,12/9/2023,Energy,Sri Lanka was hit by a cascading failure in December 2021 also in similar conditions,Sri Lanka in blackout as power grid hit by cascading failure Sri Lanka was hit by a cascading failure in December 2021 also in similar conditions,negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond yields close lower after President Sirisena re-chairs cabinet,6/18/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 176.80/85 against the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields eased...,Sri Lanka bond yields close lower after President Sirisena re-chairs cabinet Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 176.80/85 against the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields eased...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka allows voluntary registration for VAT,1/9/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka is allowing voluntary re-registration for companies who were dropped from the value added tax net, the Departm...","Sri Lanka allows voluntary registration for VAT Sri Lanka is allowing voluntary re-registration for companies who were dropped from the value added tax net, the Departm...",negative,-1 Eco Spindles says recycling 20-pct of PET bottles in Sri Lanka,1/9/2019,Business,"Eco Spindles (Pvt) Ltd, a unit of Sri Lanka based BPPL Group, says it is recycling 20 percent of Sri Lanka's used plasti...","Eco Spindles says recycling 20-pct of PET bottles in Sri Lanka Eco Spindles (Pvt) Ltd, a unit of Sri Lanka based BPPL Group, says it is recycling 20 percent of Sri Lanka's used plasti...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka allows cars stuck at port to be cleared at old tax rates,9/24/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is allowing cars imported during 2015 and 2017 for personal use, which were stuck at port after taxes were sud...","Sri Lanka allows cars stuck at port to be cleared at old tax rates Sri Lanka is allowing cars imported during 2015 and 2017 for personal use, which were stuck at port after taxes were sud...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka confident of USD 500 mn in tourism revenue through March 2022 ,9/30/2021,Health,"""What we have observed in other destinations is that the fewer the controls, the higher the arrivals.""","Sri Lanka confident of USD 500 mn in tourism revenue through March 2022  ""What we have observed in other destinations is that the fewer the controls, the higher the arrivals.""",negative,-1 Australia announces reopening of offshore detention centre,2/13/2019,International news,Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison Wednesday announced the reopening of a controversial offshore migrant detention...,Australia announces reopening of offshore detention centre Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison Wednesday announced the reopening of a controversial offshore migrant detention...,negative,-1 Wood and paper production boom in November ahead of Christmas holidays,1/13/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's industrial production grew 1.3 percent in November 2019, compared from a year earlier, with a boom in wood a...","Wood and paper production boom in November ahead of Christmas holidays Sri Lanka's industrial production grew 1.3 percent in November 2019, compared from a year earlier, with a boom in wood a...",positive,1 Elections Commission warns Media about bias,10/17/2019,Politics,"The Elections Commission is exasperated by the behaviour of the Media during this Presidential election campaign, but pr...","Elections Commission warns Media about bias The Elections Commission is exasperated by the behaviour of the Media during this Presidential election campaign, but pr...",negative,-1 Better external conditions for Sri Lanka rupee in 2019: StanChart,2/20/2019,Economy,"External conditions for the Sri Lanka rupee will be better in 2019, following a steep fall in 2018 and foreign investors...","Better external conditions for Sri Lanka rupee in 2019: StanChart External conditions for the Sri Lanka rupee will be better in 2019, following a steep fall in 2018 and foreign investors...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka import controls shattered by credit, money printing in May",7/15/2021,Economy,Investment and intermediate goods 'permitted' by bureaucrats surge,"Sri Lanka import controls shattered by credit, money printing in May Investment and intermediate goods 'permitted' by bureaucrats surge",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's shares edge up on close on policy rate cuts,6/12/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index was up 2.23 percent or 196.44 points to 9,014.83","Sri Lanka's shares edge up on close on policy rate cuts The main All Share Price Index was up 2.23 percent or 196.44 points to 9,014.83",negative,-1 Sri Lanka BOI chief resigns despite President's request to stay,12/11/2021,Economy,Chairman has informed His Excellency of his desire to be released from his duties,Sri Lanka BOI chief resigns despite President's request to stay Chairman has informed His Excellency of his desire to be released from his duties,negative,-1 Sri Lanka fuel ration QR extended to more fuel driven equipment,9/11/2022,Energy,SMS alert to help detect misuse of QR codes,Sri Lanka fuel ration QR extended to more fuel driven equipment SMS alert to help detect misuse of QR codes,negative,-1 Sri Lanka on the brink of economic crisis warns ex-finance minister,11/20/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's former finance minister Mangala Samaraweera warned of an economic collapse as a political crisis triggered b...,Sri Lanka on the brink of economic crisis warns ex-finance minister Sri Lanka's former finance minister Mangala Samaraweera warned of an economic collapse as a political crisis triggered b...,negative,-1 "Special High Court asked to try Sri Lanka ex-Finance Minister, ex-Central Bank Governor on alleged b...",2/16/2021,Legal,"Sri Lanka's Attorney General has framed charges against ex-Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake, ex-Central Bank Governor ...","Special High Court asked to try Sri Lanka ex-Finance Minister, ex-Central Bank Governor on alleged b... Sri Lanka's Attorney General has framed charges against ex-Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake, ex-Central Bank Governor ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's CPC loses Rs45 billion to April 2020 amid soft-peg collapse,7/14/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation lost 45.1 billion rupees in the four months to April 2020, as the rup...","Sri Lanka's CPC loses Rs45 billion to April 2020 amid soft-peg collapse Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation lost 45.1 billion rupees in the four months to April 2020, as the rup...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka retail sales picking up, private credit expected to follow: CB Governor",5/29/2024,Economy,Central bank would like to see new lending rates fall,"Sri Lanka retail sales picking up, private credit expected to follow: CB Governor Central bank would like to see new lending rates fall",negative,-1 SriLankan Airlines says will co-operate with any probe into Airbus corruption,2/2/2020,Legal,State-run SriLankan Airlines said it will co-operate with any government agency that will probe going into a purchase of...,SriLankan Airlines says will co-operate with any probe into Airbus corruption State-run SriLankan Airlines said it will co-operate with any government agency that will probe going into a purchase of...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka warned of surging swell waves in South and Western seas from FANI,5/2/2019,Environment,Fishermen and people living near the South and Western seas have been warned of rough seas with so-called swell waves su...,Sri Lanka warned of surging swell waves in South and Western seas from FANI Fishermen and people living near the South and Western seas have been warned of rough seas with so-called swell waves su...,negative,-1 Wall Street clocks biggest January gain in 30-years but worries over European stocks,2/1/2019,International news,"Wall Street stocks finished a banner month on a mostly positive note Thursday on optimism over US-China trade relations,...","Wall Street clocks biggest January gain in 30-years but worries over European stocks Wall Street stocks finished a banner month on a mostly positive note Thursday on optimism over US-China trade relations,...",positive,1 We want a new Constitution and not a Presidential election - TNA,8/13/2019,Politics,The leader of the Tamil National Alliance R Sampanthan is saying that holding another Presidential election is a deceitf...,We want a new Constitution and not a Presidential election - TNA The leader of the Tamil National Alliance R Sampanthan is saying that holding another Presidential election is a deceitf...,negative,-1 "Crisis-hit Sri Lanka opens education sector with reforms aiming at investments, opportunities",9/13/2023,Education,"Minister slams leftists, Marxists for resisting private universities ","Crisis-hit Sri Lanka opens education sector with reforms aiming at investments, opportunities Minister slams leftists, Marxists for resisting private universities ",positive,1 Grand Gain Industrial invests in Sri Lanka bra-cup plant,3/7/2023,Apparel,The facility has the capacity to produce 1.5 million bra cup pairs per month ,Grand Gain Industrial invests in Sri Lanka bra-cup plant The facility has the capacity to produce 1.5 million bra cup pairs per month ,positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 312.75 to the US dollar,2/2/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were also down.,Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 312.75 to the US dollar Bond yields were also down.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to get maize seeds with Japan support,9/14/2022,Agriculture,JICA to provide 200MT of seed,Sri Lanka to get maize seeds with Japan support JICA to provide 200MT of seed,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka VAT on books makes knowledge unaffordable, violates UNESCO convention: industry",2/5/2024,Economy,"The Florence Agreement binds states to not impose duties and taxes on certain educational, scientific materials","Sri Lanka VAT on books makes knowledge unaffordable, violates UNESCO convention: industry The Florence Agreement binds states to not impose duties and taxes on certain educational, scientific materials",negative,-1 Future UNP govt will cooperate with President only when he is right - SF,2/7/2020,Politics,"A future UNP government will cooperate with President Gotabaya Rajapaksa only when he is right, UNF MP Sarath Fonseka sa...","Future UNP govt will cooperate with President only when he is right - SF A future UNP government will cooperate with President Gotabaya Rajapaksa only when he is right, UNF MP Sarath Fonseka sa...",negative,-1 Easter Sunday bombings expose stresses in Sri Lanka retail supply chains,5/7/2019,Ground,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's supermarket supply chains are under stress after the Easter Sunday bombings with labour shorta...,Easter Sunday bombings expose stresses in Sri Lanka retail supply chains ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's supermarket supply chains are under stress after the Easter Sunday bombings with labour shorta...,negative,-1 GMOA to withdraw from Health Ministry's technical committees over GPS mapping delay,11/4/2020,Health,The Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA) has decided to withdraw from the Ministry of Health’s technical com...,GMOA to withdraw from Health Ministry's technical committees over GPS mapping delay The Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA) has decided to withdraw from the Ministry of Health’s technical com...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka given US$4.0bn dollars of support from India: envoy,8/23/2022,Economy,India has given Sri Lanka import credit lines and also deferred payments under the Asian Clearing Union,Sri Lanka given US$4.0bn dollars of support from India: envoy India has given Sri Lanka import credit lines and also deferred payments under the Asian Clearing Union,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields rise across maturities, 3-months up 75bp",3/23/2022,Bonds & Forex,The debt office offered 56 billion rupees of bills and sold 54.8 billion rupees in 3-month bills,"Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields rise across maturities, 3-months up 75bp The debt office offered 56 billion rupees of bills and sold 54.8 billion rupees in 3-month bills",positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, gilts ease",12/24/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.35/45 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while gilt yields eased, ...","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, gilts ease Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.35/45 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while gilt yields eased, ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka services exports rise 9.5-pct up to April 2023,5/28/2023,Economy,"In 2022, services exports were up 55.9 percent to US$1.8 billion according to EDB estimated data","Sri Lanka services exports rise 9.5-pct up to April 2023 In 2022, services exports were up 55.9 percent to US$1.8 billion according to EDB estimated data",positive,1 Sri Lanka logistics body proposes tough measures to curb fuel import bill ,6/7/2022,Energy,The measures include a surcharge for petrol users and sharp increase in revenue licence. ,Sri Lanka logistics body proposes tough measures to curb fuel import bill  The measures include a surcharge for petrol users and sharp increase in revenue licence. ,negative,-1 "COVID 19: Total cases 1,055 as 27 cases are diagnosed yesterday",5/22/2020,Health,"The total number of COVID 19 positive cases since the outbreak rose to 1,055 last night with 27 cases being added yester...","COVID 19: Total cases 1,055 as 27 cases are diagnosed yesterday The total number of COVID 19 positive cases since the outbreak rose to 1,055 last night with 27 cases being added yester...",negative,-1 European and US stocks advance modestly as trade war grinds on,5/31/2019,International news,"European and US stock markets won modest gains on Thursday, despite lingering worries over the protracted trade war betw...","European and US stocks advance modestly as trade war grinds on European and US stock markets won modest gains on Thursday, despite lingering worries over the protracted trade war betw...",positive,1 Sri Lanka stocks fall for 2nd session in thin trade ,7/25/2022,Markets,Market sees fall after military attacked protesters last week ,Sri Lanka stocks fall for 2nd session in thin trade  Market sees fall after military attacked protesters last week ,negative,-1 What Sri Lanka's IMF program should look like,4/7/2022,Bellwether,Steep rate hikes are needed to save the rupee ,What Sri Lanka's IMF program should look like Steep rate hikes are needed to save the rupee ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker at 196.00/196.40 to dollar in spot-next,2/18/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker around 196.00/196.40 levels to the US dollar in the spot-next market on Thursday, whil...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker at 196.00/196.40 to dollar in spot-next Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker around 196.00/196.40 levels to the US dollar in the spot-next market on Thursday, whil...",negative,-1 "Elon Musk shows off prototype of Mars-bound rocket, Starship",1/12/2019,International news,"SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has unveiled the first pictures of a retro-looking, steely rocket called Starship that may one day ...","Elon Musk shows off prototype of Mars-bound rocket, Starship SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has unveiled the first pictures of a retro-looking, steely rocket called Starship that may one day ...",positive,1 MPs want media to cover Easter attack committee proceedings,5/24/2019,Politics,Members of Parliament are asking Speaker Karu Jayasuriya to allow Media to cover the proceedings of the Select Committee...,MPs want media to cover Easter attack committee proceedings Members of Parliament are asking Speaker Karu Jayasuriya to allow Media to cover the proceedings of the Select Committee...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Buddhist prelates call for Vesak at home amid Coronavirus,5/26/2021,Health,Extends wishes for a speedy recovery,Sri Lanka Buddhist prelates call for Vesak at home amid Coronavirus Extends wishes for a speedy recovery,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka extends petrol, diesel tax surcharges",9/2/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has extended import duty surcharges on refined fuel for three months till November 24, which is a key revenue ...","Sri Lanka extends petrol, diesel tax surcharges Sri Lanka has extended import duty surcharges on refined fuel for three months till November 24, which is a key revenue ...",positive,1 Chamber webinar on the future of Sri Lanka tourism,5/29/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka Ceylon Chamber of Commerce said it is organizing an online forum on May 30, 2020 (Saturday) on the future of t...","Chamber webinar on the future of Sri Lanka tourism Sri Lanka Ceylon Chamber of Commerce said it is organizing an online forum on May 30, 2020 (Saturday) on the future of t...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka tourist arrivals zero in April, 10,000 in country",5/12/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka got zero tourist arrivals in April 2020, the tourism promotion office sending the total arrivals so far into t...","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals zero in April, 10,000 in country Sri Lanka got zero tourist arrivals in April 2020, the tourism promotion office sending the total arrivals so far into t...",negative,-1 The cost of a meal for a MP in the Parliament is not as high as reported - Speaker,8/28/2020,Parliament,"Members of Parliament are miffed at media reports that it costs the taxpayer Rs 3,000 per meal to feed our representativ...","The cost of a meal for a MP in the Parliament is not as high as reported - Speaker Members of Parliament are miffed at media reports that it costs the taxpayer Rs 3,000 per meal to feed our representativ...",negative,-1 "Lion widens global sales, battling Sri Lanka export regulations",7/3/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's largest beer manufacturer Lion Brewery Ceylon Plc said it has expanded its exports into five new markets des...,"Lion widens global sales, battling Sri Lanka export regulations Sri Lanka's largest beer manufacturer Lion Brewery Ceylon Plc said it has expanded its exports into five new markets des...",positive,1 India urges quick use by Sri Lanka of religious and cultural grant,11/2/2022,Political News,Framework to make JCC available for regular use by the public,India urges quick use by Sri Lanka of religious and cultural grant Framework to make JCC available for regular use by the public,positive,1 Sri Lanka's NPP maintains lead over SJB; possible sign of UNP rise: survey,4/19/2023,Politics,President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s United National Party (UNP) showed early signs of a possibly real increase in support...,Sri Lanka's NPP maintains lead over SJB; possible sign of UNP rise: survey President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s United National Party (UNP) showed early signs of a possibly real increase in support...,positive,1 CAA announces maximum retail price for rice,12/20/2019,Consumer Affairs,"Issuing an extraordinary gazette yesterday, the Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) announced Maximum Retail Prices (MRPs) ...","CAA announces maximum retail price for rice Issuing an extraordinary gazette yesterday, the Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) announced Maximum Retail Prices (MRPs) ...",positive,1 Sri Lanka confirms ninth COVID-19 death as total infected rises to 755,5/5/2020,Health,Sri Lanka confirmed its nine death from the COVID-19 pandemic a short while ago.,Sri Lanka confirms ninth COVID-19 death as total infected rises to 755 Sri Lanka confirmed its nine death from the COVID-19 pandemic a short while ago.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks close 0.02pct higher,2/3/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.02 percent higher on Ceylon Tobacco Company on Monday.,Sri Lanka stocks close 0.02pct higher Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.02 percent higher on Ceylon Tobacco Company on Monday.,negative,-1 Too late for Sri Lanka as IMF paper busts 'flexible exchange rate' myth on exports,7/22/2020,Economy,An International Monetary Fund has working paper has said that countries with 'flexible exchange rates' (read depreciati...,Too late for Sri Lanka as IMF paper busts 'flexible exchange rate' myth on exports An International Monetary Fund has working paper has said that countries with 'flexible exchange rates' (read depreciati...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank profits marginally up in June despite provisions,7/31/2020,Banking,Profits at Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank Plc group grew 1.1 percent to 669 million rupees in the June 2020 quarter with intere...,Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank profits marginally up in June despite provisions Profits at Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank Plc group grew 1.1 percent to 669 million rupees in the June 2020 quarter with intere...,negative,-1 Mahinda predicts seventy per cent of voters will come to the polls,7/22/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is confident that despite COVID at least seventy per cent of voters will come to the po...,Mahinda predicts seventy per cent of voters will come to the polls Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is confident that despite COVID at least seventy per cent of voters will come to the po...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka to deal with Iran, Russia in non-sanctioned areas: FM ",5/11/2024,Political News,"Sri Lanka's trade, investment hit by UIS-led sanctions on Iran, Russia","Sri Lanka to deal with Iran, Russia in non-sanctioned areas: FM  Sri Lanka's trade, investment hit by UIS-led sanctions on Iran, Russia",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's CAA ends black markets it started in dhall and tinned fish,5/10/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's Consumer Price Authority has ended the black markets and shortages it created by imposing price controls fro...,Sri Lanka's CAA ends black markets it started in dhall and tinned fish Sri Lanka's Consumer Price Authority has ended the black markets and shortages it created by imposing price controls fro...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka cabinet nod to elect 160 members on first-past-the-post system,3/19/2024,Parliament,"160 of 225 MPs through first-past-the-post method, while 65 through proportional representation system","Sri Lanka cabinet nod to elect 160 members on first-past-the-post system 160 of 225 MPs through first-past-the-post method, while 65 through proportional representation system",negative,-1 Animal shelter overwhelmed by dumped puppies and kittens,3/30/2021,Animal Rights,Puppies and newborn kittens are sick and dying in an animal shelter run by the Wennappuwa Pradeshiya Sabha which has bec...,Animal shelter overwhelmed by dumped puppies and kittens Puppies and newborn kittens are sick and dying in an animal shelter run by the Wennappuwa Pradeshiya Sabha which has bec...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka power cuts fail to save enough water,2/24/2022,Energy,10.3GWh of water used on February 23,Sri Lanka power cuts fail to save enough water 10.3GWh of water used on February 23,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 280/295 to the US dollar,3/15/2022,Bonds & Forex,Business was done at 280 to the US dollar on Tuesday,Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 280/295 to the US dollar Business was done at 280 to the US dollar on Tuesday,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Treasuries yields marginally down,8/19/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's Treasuries yield fell across maturities at Wednesday's auction with all bills offered sold, data from the st...","Sri Lanka Treasuries yields marginally down Sri Lanka's Treasuries yield fell across maturities at Wednesday's auction with all bills offered sold, data from the st...",negative,-1 A love triangle that exposed Sri Lanka’s worst kidnap murder ring,3/6/2019,Political News,A love triangle may have helped trigger investigations into what has become Sri Lanka’s worst abduction and murde...,A love triangle that exposed Sri Lanka’s worst kidnap murder ring A love triangle may have helped trigger investigations into what has become Sri Lanka’s worst abduction and murde...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stock index hits fresh peak on speculations, earning hopes",10/21/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks closed at a fresh all time high on Thursday,"Sri Lanka stock index hits fresh peak on speculations, earning hopes Sri Lanka stocks closed at a fresh all time high on Thursday",positive,1 "Sri Lanka's Lion Brewery retains 'AA-(lka)' rating, outlook stable",11/28/2019,Uncategorized,Fitch Ratings said it has confirmed Sri Lanka-based Lion Brewery (Ceylon) PLC's national long-term rating at 'AA-(lka)' ...,"Sri Lanka's Lion Brewery retains 'AA-(lka)' rating, outlook stable Fitch Ratings said it has confirmed Sri Lanka-based Lion Brewery (Ceylon) PLC's national long-term rating at 'AA-(lka)' ...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka blasts kill 138, over 400 injured",4/21/2019,Political News,"Explosions across Sri Lanka have left 138, including 9 foreigners dead, and hundreds injured, a Health Ministry official...","Sri Lanka blasts kill 138, over 400 injured Explosions across Sri Lanka have left 138, including 9 foreigners dead, and hundreds injured, a Health Ministry official...",negative,-1 Northern Sri Lanka port to be developed with Indian aid to handle general cargo,2/14/2019,Logistics,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka is to develop the northern Kankesanthurai (KKS) harbour with Indian aid to enable it to b...,Northern Sri Lanka port to be developed with Indian aid to handle general cargo ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka is to develop the northern Kankesanthurai (KKS) harbour with Indian aid to enable it to b...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka quality drive aims to cut costs, borders rejections for exporters",3/4/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka has started a national trade quality initiative with United Nations and European Union ai...,"Sri Lanka quality drive aims to cut costs, borders rejections for exporters ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka has started a national trade quality initiative with United Nations and European Union ai...",positive,1 Sri Lanka Telecom takes three channels temporarily off PeoTV citing payment difficulties,3/31/2022,Business,"The privately owned Dialog Axiata Plc, however, has so far not experienced such issues, a spokesperson said.","Sri Lanka Telecom takes three channels temporarily off PeoTV citing payment difficulties The privately owned Dialog Axiata Plc, however, has so far not experienced such issues, a spokesperson said.",negative,-1 Wickremesinghe looking to abolish Sri Lanka's executive presidency: Sirisena,2/12/2024,Politics,"""President Wickremesinghe is speedily working towards constitutional reform,"" said Sirisena.","Wickremesinghe looking to abolish Sri Lanka's executive presidency: Sirisena ""President Wickremesinghe is speedily working towards constitutional reform,"" said Sirisena.",positive,1 "Sri Lanka shares close up, buoyed by IMF agreement and China assurances",10/23/2023,Markets,CSE closed up Monday due to positive sentiment from news of IMF staff level agreement and China's assurance of support,"Sri Lanka shares close up, buoyed by IMF agreement and China assurances CSE closed up Monday due to positive sentiment from news of IMF staff level agreement and China's assurance of support",positive,1 Sri Lanka disputes Standard and Poor's downgrade to 'CCC',1/12/2022,Economy,Says committed to honoring maturing debt,Sri Lanka disputes Standard and Poor's downgrade to 'CCC' Says committed to honoring maturing debt,negative,-1 Sri Lanka opposition MP Harsha de Silva chairs first public finance committee meeting,8/24/2022,Economy,"A Social Security Contribution Levy Bill was also approved, said the parliament statement.","Sri Lanka opposition MP Harsha de Silva chairs first public finance committee meeting A Social Security Contribution Levy Bill was also approved, said the parliament statement.",positive,1 "Curfew in only Gampaha police area, previous announcement reversed: police",10/6/2020,Health,Quarantine curfew will be imposed in 12 more police areas in the Gampaha district from 6pm today amid rising COVID-19 ca...,"Curfew in only Gampaha police area, previous announcement reversed: police Quarantine curfew will be imposed in 12 more police areas in the Gampaha district from 6pm today amid rising COVID-19 ca...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee outright trades inactive, forward discounts ease",7/8/2021,Bonds & Forex,"At the policy meeting held today, the Central Bank kept its rates at the current levels.","Sri Lanka rupee outright trades inactive, forward discounts ease At the policy meeting held today, the Central Bank kept its rates at the current levels.",negative,-1 COVID-19 hospitalisations rise in Sri Lanka as booster vials gather dust,1/25/2022,Health,"""If the public refuses to take the booster dose now, it will expire by July 2022.""","COVID-19 hospitalisations rise in Sri Lanka as booster vials gather dust ""If the public refuses to take the booster dose now, it will expire by July 2022.""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to change privatization agreement of firms that do not raise salaries,11/17/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka will change the privatization agreements of plantations companies that do not raise salaries to 1,000 rupees a...","Sri Lanka to change privatization agreement of firms that do not raise salaries Sri Lanka will change the privatization agreements of plantations companies that do not raise salaries to 1,000 rupees a...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka president reiterates power grid connectivity plans with India,10/23/2023,Economy,"“India’s electricity system and Sri Lanka’s electricity system will be connected. This will be across Mannar,” h...","Sri Lanka president reiterates power grid connectivity plans with India “India’s electricity system and Sri Lanka’s electricity system will be connected. This will be across Mannar,” h...",positive,1 Sri Lanka bourse hits fresh record high on first session of new year,1/3/2022,Markets,"ASPI crossed 12,600 points ","Sri Lanka bourse hits fresh record high on first session of new year ASPI crossed 12,600 points ",positive,1 Sri Lanka cabinet writes off over Rs.1.5 billion paddy farming loans  ,7/6/2022,Agriculture,Thousands of paddy farmers are struggling to recover after Rajapaksa banned agro chemicals. ,Sri Lanka cabinet writes off over Rs.1.5 billion paddy farming loans   Thousands of paddy farmers are struggling to recover after Rajapaksa banned agro chemicals. ,negative,-1 Duminda's release typical of Sri Lanka's arbitrary pardons that weaken rule of law: OHCHR,6/25/2021,Human Rights,"""Another example of selective, arbitrary granting of pardons that weakens rule of law and undermines accountability""","Duminda's release typical of Sri Lanka's arbitrary pardons that weaken rule of law: OHCHR ""Another example of selective, arbitrary granting of pardons that weakens rule of law and undermines accountability""",negative,-1 "Notre-Dame fire under control, Macron vows to rebuild",4/16/2019,International news,A raging fire that tore through Notre-Dame Cathedral in central Paris was under control early Tuesday after the blaze br...,"Notre-Dame fire under control, Macron vows to rebuild A raging fire that tore through Notre-Dame Cathedral in central Paris was under control early Tuesday after the blaze br...",positive,1 Sri Lanka's mid day shares up,7/20/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka's shares edged up in mid day trade on Thursday, on banking counters as debt restructuring fears have eased.","Sri Lanka's mid day shares up Sri Lanka's shares edged up in mid day trade on Thursday, on banking counters as debt restructuring fears have eased.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to present interim budget cutting capex: PM,6/7/2022,Economy,Needs US$5 billion to live and 1 billion to support rupee ,Sri Lanka to present interim budget cutting capex: PM Needs US$5 billion to live and 1 billion to support rupee ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka extends curfew in the North as Coronavirus count rises to 82,3/22/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has extended curfew in five districts in the north of the island by another day after a Coronavirus patient wa...,Sri Lanka extends curfew in the North as Coronavirus count rises to 82 Sri Lanka has extended curfew in five districts in the north of the island by another day after a Coronavirus patient wa...,negative,-1 "Trump nationalists storm US capitol, world leaders condemn violence",1/7/2021,International news,"Supporters of US President Donald Trump, a nationalist backed by sections of the religious establishment stormed the US ...","Trump nationalists storm US capitol, world leaders condemn violence Supporters of US President Donald Trump, a nationalist backed by sections of the religious establishment stormed the US ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, gilt yields unchanged",7/17/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 185.75/80 to US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields remained unchanged ...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, gilt yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 185.75/80 to US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields remained unchanged ...",negative,-1 "Colombo Municipality cancels meetings, closes offices after staffer tests Covid positive",10/16/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka’s largest city, Colombo, is facing a Covid 19 threat, its Mayor Rosie Senanayake warned city councillors yes...","Colombo Municipality cancels meetings, closes offices after staffer tests Covid positive Sri Lanka’s largest city, Colombo, is facing a Covid 19 threat, its Mayor Rosie Senanayake warned city councillors yes...",negative,-1 Army sets up Overall Operations Command in Colombo,4/30/2019,Politics,"The Army has set up an Overall Operational Command (OOC) in Colombo with immediate effect, bringing together all tri-for...","Army sets up Overall Operations Command in Colombo The Army has set up an Overall Operational Command (OOC) in Colombo with immediate effect, bringing together all tri-for...",positive,1 Sri Lanka FM meets Iranian counterpart amid tea for oil deal starts,8/5/2023,International Relations,Sri Lanka has to pay $251 million for crude imported before US-led 2012 sanctions ,Sri Lanka FM meets Iranian counterpart amid tea for oil deal starts Sri Lanka has to pay $251 million for crude imported before US-led 2012 sanctions ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks end 0.17-pct higher,4/25/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka stock closed 0.17 percent higher Thursday on buying interest in C T Holdings, Cargills an...","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.17-pct higher ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka stock closed 0.17 percent higher Thursday on buying interest in C T Holdings, Cargills an...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka opposition-affiliated unions protest IMF prescribed debt restructuring plans,8/29/2023,Politics,"“Under the thumb of bank robbers and tax evaders, the president has today authorised the central bank to cut the EPF.""","Sri Lanka opposition-affiliated unions protest IMF prescribed debt restructuring plans “Under the thumb of bank robbers and tax evaders, the president has today authorised the central bank to cut the EPF.""",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to increase VAT to 12 percent, telecom levy to 15 percent",5/31/2022,Economy,PM's office,"Sri Lanka to increase VAT to 12 percent, telecom levy to 15 percent PM's office",negative,-1 President Sirisena Dead Man walking?,5/10/2019,Opinion,"Maithripala Sirisena, the sixth executive president is the ‘title’ and the subject of this essay. ","President Sirisena Dead Man walking? Maithripala Sirisena, the sixth executive president is the ‘title’ and the subject of this essay. ",positive,1 "Sri Lanka opposition leader calls for UN intervention in Gaza ""terror and state terror""",10/18/2023,International Relations,The New York Times reported quoting Gazan officials that an explosion killed hundreds of people on Tuesday October 17.,"Sri Lanka opposition leader calls for UN intervention in Gaza ""terror and state terror"" The New York Times reported quoting Gazan officials that an explosion killed hundreds of people on Tuesday October 17.",negative,-1 "Ten-day lockdown, travel restrictions imposed in parts of Jaffna",3/26/2021,Health,A 10-day lockdown has been imposed in a section of the Jaffna town following the detection of 77 COVID-19 positive cases...,"Ten-day lockdown, travel restrictions imposed in parts of Jaffna A 10-day lockdown has been imposed in a section of the Jaffna town following the detection of 77 COVID-19 positive cases...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka PABC bank primary dealership ban extended further,8/15/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka's central bank has extended by another six months a ban on Pan Asia Banking Corporation's (PABC) primary deale...,Sri Lanka PABC bank primary dealership ban extended further Sri Lanka's central bank has extended by another six months a ban on Pan Asia Banking Corporation's (PABC) primary deale...,negative,-1 Fonseka says giving military training to all is too costly,1/21/2021,Human Rights,Former Army Commander Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka is saying that giving military training for everyone above the age of...,Fonseka says giving military training to all is too costly Former Army Commander Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka is saying that giving military training for everyone above the age of...,negative,-1 "Vitol Asia wins Sri Lanka petrol, diesel supply contract",6/26/2019,Energy,The Singapore unit of energy and commodities trader Vitol has won a long-term contract to supply Sri Lanka’s gove...,"Vitol Asia wins Sri Lanka petrol, diesel supply contract The Singapore unit of energy and commodities trader Vitol has won a long-term contract to supply Sri Lanka’s gove...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends steady, stocks rebound",11/9/2018,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee ended steady against the US dollar on Friday, with gilt yields edging higher and stock...","Sri Lanka rupee ends steady, stocks rebound ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee ended steady against the US dollar on Friday, with gilt yields edging higher and stock...",positive,1 "National Vesak Festival to be low-key, two-day affair",5/8/2019,Uncategorized,"This year's National Vesak Festival, originally planned to be held over a period of five days, has been restricted to tw...","National Vesak Festival to be low-key, two-day affair This year's National Vesak Festival, originally planned to be held over a period of five days, has been restricted to tw...",negative,-1 "Expert committee to decide on Sri Lanka's COVID-19 burials, despite earlier assurance",2/11/2021,Health,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa’s assurance yesterday that Sri Lanka will at long last permit COVID-19 burials will b...,"Expert committee to decide on Sri Lanka's COVID-19 burials, despite earlier assurance Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa’s assurance yesterday that Sri Lanka will at long last permit COVID-19 burials will b...",negative,-1 NPC proposes “enhanced” devolution in new Constitution,12/29/2020,Constitutional Amendments,Sri Lanka’s system of devolved power provided by the Provincial Councils should be enhanced and activated to create a ...,NPC proposes “enhanced” devolution in new Constitution Sri Lanka’s system of devolved power provided by the Provincial Councils should be enhanced and activated to create a ...,positive,1 Digital opinion leaders new focus of Sri Lanka global tea marketing campaign,2/14/2019,Agriculture,ECONOMYNEXT – A new global Ceylon tea marketing campaign will have a new focus – targeting digital or onli...,Digital opinion leaders new focus of Sri Lanka global tea marketing campaign ECONOMYNEXT – A new global Ceylon tea marketing campaign will have a new focus – targeting digital or onli...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s eChannelling AI-based ‘Chatbot’ for doctor appointments,6/13/2019,ICT,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka’s eChannelling in collaboration with France’s Autochatic has introduced an Artifici...,Sri Lanka’s eChannelling AI-based ‘Chatbot’ for doctor appointments ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka’s eChannelling in collaboration with France’s Autochatic has introduced an Artifici...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka's rupee ends firmer, gilt yields edge up",6/6/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 176.35/45 on Thursday and bonds yields edged up, dealers said.","Sri Lanka's rupee ends firmer, gilt yields edge up Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 176.35/45 on Thursday and bonds yields edged up, dealers said.",positive,1 "Sri Lanka stocks open up on renewed interest, remain positive in mid-day trade",11/2/2023,Markets,"The Colombo Stock Exchange opened up and stayed green during mid-day trading, CSE data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks open up on renewed interest, remain positive in mid-day trade The Colombo Stock Exchange opened up and stayed green during mid-day trading, CSE data showed.",positive,1 "Sri Lanka stocks close up 2.6-pct driven by Combank, JKH",5/21/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 3.26 percent higher on Thursday with index heavy John Keells and Commercial Bank making gain...,"Sri Lanka stocks close up 2.6-pct driven by Combank, JKH Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 3.26 percent higher on Thursday with index heavy John Keells and Commercial Bank making gain...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka blames pandemic for economic woes, reserve depletion",12/21/2021,Economy,None of the governments of this country has defaulted on loan repayments and even now under a grave situation,"Sri Lanka blames pandemic for economic woes, reserve depletion None of the governments of this country has defaulted on loan repayments and even now under a grave situation",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka President bans palm oil imports, plantations to uproot oil palm",4/5/2021,Agriculture,Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had banned the import of palm oil and plantations companies would be required upr...,"Sri Lanka President bans palm oil imports, plantations to uproot oil palm Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had banned the import of palm oil and plantations companies would be required upr...",negative,-1 Two clusters make up nearly half of Sri Lanka's total of COVID 19 patients,4/28/2020,Health,"In the past six days, a total of 285 new COVID 19 positive cases have been diagnosed throughout Sri Lanka, according to ...","Two clusters make up nearly half of Sri Lanka's total of COVID 19 patients In the past six days, a total of 285 new COVID 19 positive cases have been diagnosed throughout Sri Lanka, according to ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka in deep talent drain in latest currency crisis,12/7/2022,Business,"""quite an exodus of staff (migrating) to countries we have not seen in the past.""","Sri Lanka in deep talent drain in latest currency crisis ""quite an exodus of staff (migrating) to countries we have not seen in the past.""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks gain after jump in forex reserves; but foreigners exit ,12/30/2021,Markets,.,Sri Lanka stocks gain after jump in forex reserves; but foreigners exit  .,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks close down on low investor interest,1/10/2024,Commodities,John Keells Holdings Plc was the most traded and closed up at 187.50.,Sri Lanka stocks close down on low investor interest John Keells Holdings Plc was the most traded and closed up at 187.50.,negative,-1 "Protests continue in Sri Lanka over teachers' salary demands, KNDU bill; two arrested",8/4/2021,Education,Teachers also defied a government order to all state public servants to return to work on Monday (02).,"Protests continue in Sri Lanka over teachers' salary demands, KNDU bill; two arrested Teachers also defied a government order to all state public servants to return to work on Monday (02).",negative,-1 Sri Lanka could run out of ink due to money printing: legislator,9/6/2021,Economy,"There is one thing the government has done well, that is to print money","Sri Lanka could run out of ink due to money printing: legislator There is one thing the government has done well, that is to print money",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Commercial Leasing out from liquid index; Softlogic Life Insurance in,3/30/2022,Markets,The move will go into effect on March 31 when Commercial Leasing and Finance PLC would cease to exist,Sri Lanka's Commercial Leasing out from liquid index; Softlogic Life Insurance in The move will go into effect on March 31 when Commercial Leasing and Finance PLC would cease to exist,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka shares reverses falling trend; plantation, energy stocks lead",7/28/2022,Stocks & Companies, Main share index rises 1st time in 4 sessions,"Sri Lanka shares reverses falling trend; plantation, energy stocks lead Main share index rises 1st time in 4 sessions",negative,-1 Sri Lanka President pushes agrarianism,2/4/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena called to build an economy based on agriculture as the island commemorated ga...,Sri Lanka President pushes agrarianism Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena called to build an economy based on agriculture as the island commemorated ga...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka nationals, dual citizens allowed back on commercial flights, paid Covid-19 quarantine",12/21/2020,Aviation,Sri Lanka nationals and dual citizens abroad who can afford paid quarantine are allowed to use commercial flights to ret...,"Sri Lanka nationals, dual citizens allowed back on commercial flights, paid Covid-19 quarantine Sri Lanka nationals and dual citizens abroad who can afford paid quarantine are allowed to use commercial flights to ret...",negative,-1 "US - Sri Lanka talks on Indo-Pacific strategy, economic defence ties",1/15/2020,Political News,Visiting US Assistant Secretary of State Alice Wells and Sro Lanka's Foreign Minister Dinesh Gunawardena had discussions...,"US - Sri Lanka talks on Indo-Pacific strategy, economic defence ties Visiting US Assistant Secretary of State Alice Wells and Sro Lanka's Foreign Minister Dinesh Gunawardena had discussions...",positive,1 Sri Lanka to expand Aswesuma benefits to around 40-pct of population ahead of polls,2/29/2024,Politics,"In December, the government had 1.41 million Aswesuma beneficiaries. ","Sri Lanka to expand Aswesuma benefits to around 40-pct of population ahead of polls In December, the government had 1.41 million Aswesuma beneficiaries. ",positive,1 Sri Lanka opposition eying impeachment amid no-confidence motion: sources,4/9/2022,Political News,Impeachment is a difficult process in Sri Lanka,Sri Lanka opposition eying impeachment amid no-confidence motion: sources Impeachment is a difficult process in Sri Lanka,negative,-1 Asia markets in the red on tariff worries,8/2/2019,International news,Asian markets fell sharply Friday as US President Donald Trump's decision to slap new tariffs on China ratcheted up inve...,Asia markets in the red on tariff worries Asian markets fell sharply Friday as US President Donald Trump's decision to slap new tariffs on China ratcheted up inve...,negative,-1 Yasushi Akashi presented ‘Sri Lanka Rathna’ award,8/20/2019,Uncategorized,Senior Japanese diplomat and Japan’s peace envoy to Sri Lanka Yasushi Akashi was presented the Sri Lanka Rathna award ...,Yasushi Akashi presented ‘Sri Lanka Rathna’ award Senior Japanese diplomat and Japan’s peace envoy to Sri Lanka Yasushi Akashi was presented the Sri Lanka Rathna award ...,positive,1 Yasantha Kodagoda appointed Sri Lanka Appeal Court Judge,3/28/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has appointed Yasantha Kodagoda as a judge in the Court of Appeal.,Yasantha Kodagoda appointed Sri Lanka Appeal Court Judge Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has appointed Yasantha Kodagoda as a judge in the Court of Appeal.,positive,1 Telenor and Dialog Axiata's parent in talks to merge Asian businesses,5/6/2019,ICT,Norwegian telecom operator Telenor said Monday it has entered into talks with Malaysian telecoms group Axiata about a po...,Telenor and Dialog Axiata's parent in talks to merge Asian businesses Norwegian telecom operator Telenor said Monday it has entered into talks with Malaysian telecoms group Axiata about a po...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka urged to promote services exports to UK,3/28/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka should promote more services exports to the United Kingdom as it seeks to retain preferen...,Sri Lanka urged to promote services exports to UK ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka should promote more services exports to the United Kingdom as it seeks to retain preferen...,negative,-1 Govt will not intervene in the tussle between AG and Acting IGP- Bandula,2/13/2020,Law and Order,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and the government will not intervene in the tussle between Attorney General Dappula de Liv...,Govt will not intervene in the tussle between AG and Acting IGP- Bandula President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and the government will not intervene in the tussle between Attorney General Dappula de Liv...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka immigration dept opens separate passport counter for job seekers,8/24/2022,Economy,A growing number of Sri Lankans are looking for jobs overseas due to the country’s economic meltdown.,Sri Lanka immigration dept opens separate passport counter for job seekers A growing number of Sri Lankans are looking for jobs overseas due to the country’s economic meltdown.,negative,-1 President hangs tough over ban on Ethanol imports,5/15/2020,Business,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is saying his decision to ban the import of Ethanol will stand and he “will not rescind t...,President hangs tough over ban on Ethanol imports President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is saying his decision to ban the import of Ethanol will stand and he “will not rescind t...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka micro, small, medium enterprises resilient, but recovery lags",2/21/2024,Business,"MSMEs show resilience between 2018 to 2023, but sector recovery levels lag behind those of 2018","Sri Lanka micro, small, medium enterprises resilient, but recovery lags MSMEs show resilience between 2018 to 2023, but sector recovery levels lag behind those of 2018",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's CEB assessing nuclear plant proposals from Russia, US, India, Europe - minister",7/4/2023,Energy,Minister rejects claims of concluded Russian deal for nuclear power plant,"Sri Lanka's CEB assessing nuclear plant proposals from Russia, US, India, Europe - minister Minister rejects claims of concluded Russian deal for nuclear power plant",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Easter bombings: Masterminds already known; no desire to conceal findings, says minister",4/6/2021,Terrorism,"With opposition pressure mounting to find the brains behind the 2019 Easter bombings, Sri Lanka reiterated today that Ma...","Sri Lanka Easter bombings: Masterminds already known; no desire to conceal findings, says minister With opposition pressure mounting to find the brains behind the 2019 Easter bombings, Sri Lanka reiterated today that Ma...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka PMI rebounds strongly in June as Coronavirus controls relaxed,7/16/2020,Business, Sri Lanka's manufacturing and services Purchasing Manager's Index (PMI) has rebounded strongly for the second month in ...,Sri Lanka PMI rebounds strongly in June as Coronavirus controls relaxed Sri Lanka's manufacturing and services Purchasing Manager's Index (PMI) has rebounded strongly for the second month in ...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, gilt yields stable",11/2/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed firmer at 181.05/20 to the US dollar on Friday while bond yields remained unchanged, brokers ...","Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, gilt yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee closed firmer at 181.05/20 to the US dollar on Friday while bond yields remained unchanged, brokers ...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka President orders plantations wage hike to Rs1,000 a day",1/14/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordered plantations workers wages to be hiked to 1000 rupees a day from Mar...,"Sri Lanka President orders plantations wage hike to Rs1,000 a day Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordered plantations workers wages to be hiked to 1000 rupees a day from Mar...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka army chief says ready to use maximum force against nationalist rioters,5/14/2019,Defence,Sri Lanka military is prepared to use maximum force against groups of nationalist rioters who are attacking Muslim citiz...,Sri Lanka army chief says ready to use maximum force against nationalist rioters Sri Lanka military is prepared to use maximum force against groups of nationalist rioters who are attacking Muslim citiz...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka Bar Association calls for end to violence, immediate arrest of instigators",5/10/2022,Human Rights,"Eight people died in the violence and over 230 were injured, according to police.","Sri Lanka Bar Association calls for end to violence, immediate arrest of instigators Eight people died in the violence and over 230 were injured, according to police.",negative,-1 SLFP to decide their course of action on presidential election on Sept 2 -Duminda,8/2/2019,Uncategorized,Parliamentarian Duminda Dissanayake said that the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) will announce its decision regarding th...,SLFP to decide their course of action on presidential election on Sept 2 -Duminda Parliamentarian Duminda Dissanayake said that the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) will announce its decision regarding th...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields ease amid sovereign bond launch",6/24/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee closed firm at 176.50/55 percent against the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields ...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields ease amid sovereign bond launch Sri Lanka's rupee closed firm at 176.50/55 percent against the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields ...",positive,1 Sri Lanka risks foreign retaliation over VFS visa deal,5/28/2024,Economy,SriLankan enjoy visa exemption status to Maldives and Singapore,Sri Lanka risks foreign retaliation over VFS visa deal SriLankan enjoy visa exemption status to Maldives and Singapore,negative,-1 Bakeer Markar alleges police are to arrest 200 critical journalists,11/20/2020,Democracy,Opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya Member of Parliament Imthiaz Bakeer Markar is accusing the government of targeting med...,Bakeer Markar alleges police are to arrest 200 critical journalists Opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya Member of Parliament Imthiaz Bakeer Markar is accusing the government of targeting med...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka and Indonesia extends air search and rescue deal,2/15/2023,Aviation,Sri Lanka and Indonesia to facilitate SAR in their flight information regions,Sri Lanka and Indonesia extends air search and rescue deal Sri Lanka and Indonesia to facilitate SAR in their flight information regions,positive,1 "China overtakes Japan, World Bank as key Sri Lanka creditor",6/12/2020,Economy,"China, which began financing Sri Lanka a little over a decade ago has overtaken traditional lenders Japan and the World ...","China overtakes Japan, World Bank as key Sri Lanka creditor China, which began financing Sri Lanka a little over a decade ago has overtaken traditional lenders Japan and the World ...",positive,1 Big change in Sri Lanka govt spending seen needed,2/20/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT – A structural change is needed in Sri Lankan government spending, nearly half of which now goes for ...","Big change in Sri Lanka govt spending seen needed ECONOMYNEXT – A structural change is needed in Sri Lankan government spending, nearly half of which now goes for ...",negative,-1 Shootout in Sri Lanka as police hunt Easter Islamist bombers,4/26/2019,Defence,Sri Lanka security forces who were hunting Islamist suicide bombers in Eastern Sri Lanka were shot at by an unidentified...,Shootout in Sri Lanka as police hunt Easter Islamist bombers Sri Lanka security forces who were hunting Islamist suicide bombers in Eastern Sri Lanka were shot at by an unidentified...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted firmer at around 192.50/195.00 levels,2/2/2021,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted firmer at around 192.50/195.00 levels in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields ...","Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted firmer at around 192.50/195.00 levels Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted firmer at around 192.50/195.00 levels in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields ...",negative,-1 President bids farewell in final address,11/16/2019,PresPoll2020,"President Maithripala Sirisena made his final speech as head of state today, vowing to continue his service to the natio...","President bids farewell in final address President Maithripala Sirisena made his final speech as head of state today, vowing to continue his service to the natio...",positive,1 Sri Lanka official remittances up 16.8-pct in Feb,3/9/2024,Economy,Official remittances are at a five month low,Sri Lanka official remittances up 16.8-pct in Feb Official remittances are at a five month low,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat, gilt yields steady",10/20/2020,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat at 184.30/40 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields steady in the overall market, de...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat at 184.30/40 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields steady in the overall market, de...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka parliament deputy speaker resigns after SLFP quits government,4/5/2022,Politics,The SLFP also rejected an invitation by President Rajapaksa to form an interim administration.,Sri Lanka parliament deputy speaker resigns after SLFP quits government The SLFP also rejected an invitation by President Rajapaksa to form an interim administration.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka 03-month Treasury Bill yield falls to 8.38-pct,6/4/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's 03-month Treasury Bill yields fell 14 basis points to 8.38 percent from 8.52 percent on May 15...,Sri Lanka 03-month Treasury Bill yield falls to 8.38-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's 03-month Treasury Bill yields fell 14 basis points to 8.38 percent from 8.52 percent on May 15...,negative,-1 Govt has stopped salary and pension increments of public servants - UNP,2/13/2020,Consumer Affairs,The main opposition United National Party is accusing the government of suspending the salary and pension increments of ...,Govt has stopped salary and pension increments of public servants - UNP The main opposition United National Party is accusing the government of suspending the salary and pension increments of ...,negative,-1 No legal barrier to mandating vaccine certificate at public places: Sri Lanka attorney general,11/8/2021,Health,"“The argument here is that ‘I have a right to my life, but I have no right to endanger the life of another’"".","No legal barrier to mandating vaccine certificate at public places: Sri Lanka attorney general “The argument here is that ‘I have a right to my life, but I have no right to endanger the life of another’"".",positive,1 Sri Lanka's main opposition MPs asked to self-isolate,5/24/2021,Health,"Two parliament staffers who had been in contact with Premadasa have also been told to self-isolate, he said.","Sri Lanka's main opposition MPs asked to self-isolate Two parliament staffers who had been in contact with Premadasa have also been told to self-isolate, he said.",negative,-1 Tokyo stocks open lower on trade war fears,12/10/2018,International news,"Tokyo, Japan | AFP | Monday - Tokyo stocks opened sharply lower on Monday, taking a negative lead from New York where un...","Tokyo stocks open lower on trade war fears Tokyo, Japan | AFP | Monday - Tokyo stocks opened sharply lower on Monday, taking a negative lead from New York where un...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's fuel crisis will not impact aviation services: minister,1/20/2022,Aviation,"Steps have been taken to ensure the services provided to SriLankan Airlines are never disrupted, the minister said.","Sri Lanka's fuel crisis will not impact aviation services: minister Steps have been taken to ensure the services provided to SriLankan Airlines are never disrupted, the minister said.",positive,1 ‘Hisbullah not backing Gota;’ SLPP rejects claims,10/14/2019,PresPoll2020,SLPP rejected claims that former Eastern Province Governor M. L. A. M. Hisbullah is supporting its candidate in the upc...,‘Hisbullah not backing Gota;’ SLPP rejects claims SLPP rejected claims that former Eastern Province Governor M. L. A. M. Hisbullah is supporting its candidate in the upc...,negative,-1 "430 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 14,715",11/11/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 430 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (11), the...","430 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 14,715 Sri Lankan health officials identified 430 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (11), the...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stocks close down, JKH trades push turnover",1/24/2024,Markets,"Mixed sentiments on the Colombo Stock Exchange Wednesday, as ASPI closed down, but the more liquid S&P SL20 closed up","Sri Lanka stocks close down, JKH trades push turnover Mixed sentiments on the Colombo Stock Exchange Wednesday, as ASPI closed down, but the more liquid S&P SL20 closed up",negative,-1 Parliament to debate Covid crisis this week as government and opposition trade barbs,10/21/2020,Constitutional Amendments,Parliament saw raucous scenes this morning as before the scheduled debate on the controversial 20th Amendment to the Con...,Parliament to debate Covid crisis this week as government and opposition trade barbs Parliament saw raucous scenes this morning as before the scheduled debate on the controversial 20th Amendment to the Con...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, gilt yields edge up",1/7/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.25/35 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields were ...","Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, gilt yields edge up Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.25/35 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields were ...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks gain",9/3/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee opened slightly weaker at 180.20/50 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while stocks opened 0.06 percent hi...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks gain The Sri Lanka rupee opened slightly weaker at 180.20/50 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while stocks opened 0.06 percent hi...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka proposed anti-terror law threatens EU GSP+ renewal in 2024: Harsha,5/11/2023,Economy,More than 500 million dollars worth of goods are exported under GSP+ ,Sri Lanka proposed anti-terror law threatens EU GSP+ renewal in 2024: Harsha More than 500 million dollars worth of goods are exported under GSP+ ,negative,-1 All factories instructed to follow strict health guidelines as Sri Lanka attempts to contain COVID-1...,10/14/2020,Health,Health Minister Pavithra Wanniarachchi has advised all factories in Sri Lanka to follow strict health guidelines issued ...,All factories instructed to follow strict health guidelines as Sri Lanka attempts to contain COVID-1... Health Minister Pavithra Wanniarachchi has advised all factories in Sri Lanka to follow strict health guidelines issued ...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee stronger at open, bond yields pick up marginally",8/28/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.85/186.00 against the US dollar on Friday while bond yields were marginally u...,"Sri Lanka rupee stronger at open, bond yields pick up marginally Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.85/186.00 against the US dollar on Friday while bond yields were marginally u...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka still rated 'Ca' by Moody's after default, signaling recovery rate of 35-65-pct",5/19/2022,Economy,Delays is fiscal reforms can reduce the recovery rate,"Sri Lanka still rated 'Ca' by Moody's after default, signaling recovery rate of 35-65-pct Delays is fiscal reforms can reduce the recovery rate",negative,-1 Sri Lanka military roadblocks in the north cleared by police,11/16/2019,Political News,"Roadblocks set up by the military in the northern Jaffna peninsular has been cleared, police said.","Sri Lanka military roadblocks in the north cleared by police Roadblocks set up by the military in the northern Jaffna peninsular has been cleared, police said.",negative,-1 EU leaders round on Trump over trade at G7,8/25/2019,International news,EU leaders rounded on US President Donald Trump over his trade threats on Saturday as they arrived in the chic French se...,EU leaders round on Trump over trade at G7 EU leaders rounded on US President Donald Trump over his trade threats on Saturday as they arrived in the chic French se...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee stronger, bond yields ease at open",8/14/2020,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 182.70/80 against the US dollar on Friday in the spot market while bond yields eased, deal...","Sri Lanka rupee stronger, bond yields ease at open Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 182.70/80 against the US dollar on Friday in the spot market while bond yields eased, deal...",positive,1 "SLPP enjoying ""great demand"" from potential presidential candidates: Namal",12/7/2023,Politics,"“There is great demand: entrepreneurs, businessmen, politicians, are all there. There are presidents too,"" he said.","SLPP enjoying ""great demand"" from potential presidential candidates: Namal “There is great demand: entrepreneurs, businessmen, politicians, are all there. There are presidents too,"" he said.",positive,1 "Sri Lanka's vaccination delay a great crime, draft new laws to control COVID-19: Former PM",5/31/2021,Health,“I urge the government not to use Sri Lanka’s vaccination drive as an opportunity for middlemen to make money”,"Sri Lanka's vaccination delay a great crime, draft new laws to control COVID-19: Former PM “I urge the government not to use Sri Lanka’s vaccination drive as an opportunity for middlemen to make money”",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to set up commission to use 'underutilized' property, half-built condos",3/24/2021,Business,"Sri Lanka will set up a commission to take-over 'underutilized' condominiums, under-utilized lands and assets of state v...","Sri Lanka to set up commission to use 'underutilized' property, half-built condos Sri Lanka will set up a commission to take-over 'underutilized' condominiums, under-utilized lands and assets of state v...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka will widen foreign exchange trading band gradually: CB Governor,11/28/2022,Economy,"We will be gradually relaxing the band, once we start getting inflows","Sri Lanka will widen foreign exchange trading band gradually: CB Governor We will be gradually relaxing the band, once we start getting inflows",positive,1 Sri Lanka relaxes public transport between provinces for essential workers,7/14/2021,Health,The railway department has also increased the number of train trips in the western province to 103,Sri Lanka relaxes public transport between provinces for essential workers The railway department has also increased the number of train trips in the western province to 103,positive,1 "Over 217,000 Sri Lankans hospitalised since 2016 through 1990 Suwaseriya",7/27/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's state-owned 1990 Suwaseriya free ambulance service has helped 217,338 patients be hospitalised over the last...","Over 217,000 Sri Lankans hospitalised since 2016 through 1990 Suwaseriya Sri Lanka's state-owned 1990 Suwaseriya free ambulance service has helped 217,338 patients be hospitalised over the last...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka Bond yields up, Rupee steady",12/23/2022,Bonds & Forex,No T-bills were quoted.,"Sri Lanka Bond yields up, Rupee steady No T-bills were quoted.",negative,-1 """We will not be in a govt with Bathiudeen""-Gammanpila",8/13/2019,Uncategorized,"""It is the job of the party leaders to decide who to take and who not to take. But we have made it very clear that we wi...","""We will not be in a govt with Bathiudeen""-Gammanpila ""It is the job of the party leaders to decide who to take and who not to take. But we have made it very clear that we wi...",positive,1 Sri Lanka Presidential candidates charged premiums for advertising,11/13/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's radio, television and newspapers are charging premium rates of 150 to 300 percent of standard prices from ca...","Sri Lanka Presidential candidates charged premiums for advertising Sri Lanka's radio, television and newspapers are charging premium rates of 150 to 300 percent of standard prices from ca...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Colombo Dockyard wins Norway deal for bulk carriers,8/18/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's Colombo Dockyard Plc said it is getting ready to build six 5,000 dead weight tonne bulk hybrid carriers for ...","Sri Lanka's Colombo Dockyard wins Norway deal for bulk carriers Sri Lanka's Colombo Dockyard Plc said it is getting ready to build six 5,000 dead weight tonne bulk hybrid carriers for ...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka COVID-19: record deaths for seventh day running; 3,000+ new cases",8/12/2021,Health,"Total confirmed COVID-19 deaths in Sri Lanka now stand at 5,620.","Sri Lanka COVID-19: record deaths for seventh day running; 3,000+ new cases Total confirmed COVID-19 deaths in Sri Lanka now stand at 5,620.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka hikes fuel prices; petrol Rs 129,2/11/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka has hiked petrol by 6 rupees to 129 a litre and diesel by 4 rupees to 103 a litre under a monthly pricing form...,Sri Lanka hikes fuel prices; petrol Rs 129 Sri Lanka has hiked petrol by 6 rupees to 129 a litre and diesel by 4 rupees to 103 a litre under a monthly pricing form...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to call bids for BOT oil refinery, end state refining monopoly: Minister",5/25/2021,Energy,Says BOT upgrade may cost US$3bn,"Sri Lanka to call bids for BOT oil refinery, end state refining monopoly: Minister Says BOT upgrade may cost US$3bn",negative,-1 Sri Lanka anti-government protesters vow to agitate against new president ,7/20/2022,Politics,Protesters say the government has yet to heed their requests.,Sri Lanka anti-government protesters vow to agitate against new president  Protesters say the government has yet to heed their requests.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's EML Consultants Ltd starts trading on SME board,9/27/2021,Markets,The stock traded at prices between 2.0 to 16.10 rupees in intra-day Monday,Sri Lanka's EML Consultants Ltd starts trading on SME board The stock traded at prices between 2.0 to 16.10 rupees in intra-day Monday,negative,-1 Sri Lanka opposition questions legality of COPF decision on T-bills,5/12/2023,Economy,"“But what happened after? You brought in your kangaroo chairman,” he said.","Sri Lanka opposition questions legality of COPF decision on T-bills “But what happened after? You brought in your kangaroo chairman,” he said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka bakers mull cutting bread price to Rs100 amid tight money,3/8/2023,Economy,Hoping to boost demand,Sri Lanka bakers mull cutting bread price to Rs100 amid tight money Hoping to boost demand,negative,-1 Sri Lanka tax payers look to tighten belts further or migrate as progressive taxes bite,12/29/2022,Economy,"""There is no way I can understand how my tax money is spent and how it is an incentive for my business.""","Sri Lanka tax payers look to tighten belts further or migrate as progressive taxes bite ""There is no way I can understand how my tax money is spent and how it is an incentive for my business.""",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka makes progress in approving Pfizer vaccine, data awaited from China, Russia",2/9/2021,Business,Sri Lanka has made progress in analyzing data on a vaccine produced by Pfizer as a 'good one' based on analysis of data ...,"Sri Lanka makes progress in approving Pfizer vaccine, data awaited from China, Russia Sri Lanka has made progress in analyzing data on a vaccine produced by Pfizer as a 'good one' based on analysis of data ...",positive,1 Menaka Athukorala appointed chief executive of Sri Lanka's Hatton Plantations,6/7/2019,Culture,"Menaka Athukorala has been appointed the joint-chief executive of Sri Lanka's Hatton Plantations Plc (HPL), the firm sai...","Menaka Athukorala appointed chief executive of Sri Lanka's Hatton Plantations Menaka Athukorala has been appointed the joint-chief executive of Sri Lanka's Hatton Plantations Plc (HPL), the firm sai...",positive,1 Sri Lanka Central Bank helping clear containers stuck at port without forex: Governor,8/20/2021,Economy,It is not the best method,Sri Lanka Central Bank helping clear containers stuck at port without forex: Governor It is not the best method,negative,-1 Sri Lanka president sacks intelligence chief amid Easter blast probe,6/9/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's president has sacked the national intelligence chief and will not cooperate with a parliamentary investigati...,Sri Lanka president sacks intelligence chief amid Easter blast probe Sri Lanka's president has sacked the national intelligence chief and will not cooperate with a parliamentary investigati...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka monthly manufacturing growth slows, services accelerate in Nov",12/17/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's manufacturing growth slowed in November on the apparel industry, while services growth accelerated during th...","Sri Lanka monthly manufacturing growth slows, services accelerate in Nov Sri Lanka's manufacturing growth slowed in November on the apparel industry, while services growth accelerated during th...",negative,-1 Autopsy being conducted on remains of special needs man to check for Covid,11/2/2020,Health,A post-mortem examination of the remains of the 36-year-old man with special needs who allegedly took his own life when ...,Autopsy being conducted on remains of special needs man to check for Covid A post-mortem examination of the remains of the 36-year-old man with special needs who allegedly took his own life when ...,negative,-1 NDBIB named best investment bank in Sri Lanka,7/24/2019,Banking,"NDBIB has been named the best investment bank in Sri Lanka by Euromoney, a financial magazine for the eight time, the fi...","NDBIB named best investment bank in Sri Lanka NDBIB has been named the best investment bank in Sri Lanka by Euromoney, a financial magazine for the eight time, the fi...",positive,1 "China gifts 600,000 doses of Sinopharm jab to Sri Lanka; Chinese workers first in line",3/31/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka received 600,000 doses of the Chinese donated Sinopharm vaccine today, some of which will be used to vaccinate...","China gifts 600,000 doses of Sinopharm jab to Sri Lanka; Chinese workers first in line Sri Lanka received 600,000 doses of the Chinese donated Sinopharm vaccine today, some of which will be used to vaccinate...",negative,-1 "One critical, 55 injured after Sri Lanka protest clash - hospital source  ",7/9/2022,Politics,After clashes protesters breached the entrance and stormed into president's residence ,"One critical, 55 injured after Sri Lanka protest clash - hospital source   After clashes protesters breached the entrance and stormed into president's residence ",negative,-1 Judiciary will face a crisis if PCoI recommendations are implemented – Prof de Zoysa,2/1/2021,Legal,A top political scientist is warning that the Judiciary will face a crisis of confidence if recommendations made by a Pr...,Judiciary will face a crisis if PCoI recommendations are implemented – Prof de Zoysa A top political scientist is warning that the Judiciary will face a crisis of confidence if recommendations made by a Pr...,negative,-1 Gota free to fly to S'pore,10/3/2019,Corruption,"Releasing his passport, the Special High Court permitted SLPP presidential candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa today (3) to tra...","Gota free to fly to S'pore Releasing his passport, the Special High Court permitted SLPP presidential candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa today (3) to tra...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka private credit surges in Sept amid liquidity injections,11/19/2018,Banking,"Sri Lanka's private credit surged 107.3 billion rupees, up from 46 billion rupees a month earlier, as central bank injec...","Sri Lanka private credit surges in Sept amid liquidity injections Sri Lanka's private credit surged 107.3 billion rupees, up from 46 billion rupees a month earlier, as central bank injec...",negative,-1 Indebted Maldives sending envoy to China,11/22/2018,Political News,"The Maldives foreign minister will visit Beijing before the end of 2018, officials said Wednesday, likely seeking to ren...","Indebted Maldives sending envoy to China The Maldives foreign minister will visit Beijing before the end of 2018, officials said Wednesday, likely seeking to ren...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka firms asked to update staff records over Coronavirus crisis as new Covid-19 cluster climbs...,10/13/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's companies should update the employment records of staff with the current addresses and telephone numbers so ...,Sri Lanka firms asked to update staff records over Coronavirus crisis as new Covid-19 cluster climbs... Sri Lanka's companies should update the employment records of staff with the current addresses and telephone numbers so ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka offers to convert Coronavirus high yield forex accounts to standard rates,10/7/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka will be given an opportunity for special deposit (SDA) forex accounts introduced in April 2020 amid Coronaviru...,Sri Lanka offers to convert Coronavirus high yield forex accounts to standard rates Sri Lanka will be given an opportunity for special deposit (SDA) forex accounts introduced in April 2020 amid Coronaviru...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka current budget in surplus in Feb 2020 with helicopter drop 01,3/30/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's budget deficit for the month of February 2020 was almost in surplus with a 24 billion rupee central bank pro...,Sri Lanka current budget in surplus in Feb 2020 with helicopter drop 01 Sri Lanka's budget deficit for the month of February 2020 was almost in surplus with a 24 billion rupee central bank pro...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Treasuries yields edge up at auction,11/27/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields edged up across maturities at Wednesday's auction with the 12-month yield going up 07 basi...,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields edge up at auction Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields edged up across maturities at Wednesday's auction with the 12-month yield going up 07 basi...,positive,1 Sri Lanka actions to stabilize economy in global turmoil: Cabraal,3/11/2022,Economy,The central bank has also called for higher fuel and electricity prices,Sri Lanka actions to stabilize economy in global turmoil: Cabraal The central bank has also called for higher fuel and electricity prices,negative,-1 New Director of Cricket Tom Moody sure of reaching the top,3/26/2021,Sports,Newly appointed Director of Cricket in Sri Lanka Tom Moody is confident that Sri Lanka Cricket will fight its way back t...,New Director of Cricket Tom Moody sure of reaching the top Newly appointed Director of Cricket in Sri Lanka Tom Moody is confident that Sri Lanka Cricket will fight its way back t...,positive,1 Sri Lanka will get breather to fulfill reconciliation promise in Geneva,3/14/2019,Politics,"As Sri Lanka heads into crucial sessions with the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva this week, the delegates...","Sri Lanka will get breather to fulfill reconciliation promise in Geneva As Sri Lanka heads into crucial sessions with the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva this week, the delegates...",positive,1 "Australia keen to invest in Sri Lanka phosphate, graphite, ilmenite sectors: High Commissioner",7/28/2023,Business,"Australian firms interested in phosphate, graphite and ilmenite ","Australia keen to invest in Sri Lanka phosphate, graphite, ilmenite sectors: High Commissioner Australian firms interested in phosphate, graphite and ilmenite ",positive,1 Runaway Covid patient comes back to hospital,10/7/2020,Health,"The COVID-19 infected patient who ran away from the Ragama hospital this morning (07), has been re-admitted the National...","Runaway Covid patient comes back to hospital The COVID-19 infected patient who ran away from the Ragama hospital this morning (07), has been re-admitted the National...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka must use court verdict to recover stolen assets: CBK,11/20/2023,Economy,"""Citizens can go to court and seek punishment and compensation,” she said.","Sri Lanka must use court verdict to recover stolen assets: CBK ""Citizens can go to court and seek punishment and compensation,” she said.",negative,-1 Indian defence minister's Sri Lanka visit deferred within hours of official announcement ,9/2/2023,Defence,India has raised concern over possible visit of Chinese research vessel next month ,Indian defence minister's Sri Lanka visit deferred within hours of official announcement  India has raised concern over possible visit of Chinese research vessel next month ,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka forex reserves US$1,804mn in Nov 2022",12/12/2022,Economy,Central bank purchases from banks marginally positive,"Sri Lanka forex reserves US$1,804mn in Nov 2022 Central bank purchases from banks marginally positive",positive,1 Sri Lanka's CTC net up 15-pct; says beedi boom amid tax hikes,2/18/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tobacco Company Plc, a unit of British American Tobacco said net profits for the December 2018 quarte...","Sri Lanka's CTC net up 15-pct; says beedi boom amid tax hikes Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tobacco Company Plc, a unit of British American Tobacco said net profits for the December 2018 quarte...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka giving stimulus to turmeric, grains through import controls: President",2/4/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka is giving 'stimulus' to producers of turmeric, grains and potatoes through import controls and free fertilizer...","Sri Lanka giving stimulus to turmeric, grains through import controls: President Sri Lanka is giving 'stimulus' to producers of turmeric, grains and potatoes through import controls and free fertilizer...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka sells Rs67bn in bonds, 2025 yield up",1/30/2023,Bonds & Forex,2027 auction more successful,"Sri Lanka sells Rs67bn in bonds, 2025 yield up 2027 auction more successful",positive,1 President holds discussions with Indian External Affairs Minister,11/29/2019,International Relations,"President Gotabaya Rajapaksa met the Indian External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar in New Delhi earlier today (29), P...","President holds discussions with Indian External Affairs Minister President Gotabaya Rajapaksa met the Indian External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar in New Delhi earlier today (29), P...",positive,1 Sri Lanka to accept applications for Aswesuma welfare scheme after appeals reviewed,8/4/2023,Economy,"Preliminary work is being done on the appeals and objections received by Divisional Secretaries, he said.","Sri Lanka to accept applications for Aswesuma welfare scheme after appeals reviewed Preliminary work is being done on the appeals and objections received by Divisional Secretaries, he said.",negative,-1 Asia markets extend rally as eyes turn to Fed meeting,3/18/2019,International news,Asian markets rose Monday as investors tracked a positive lead from Wall Street on optimism over the China-US trade talk...,Asia markets extend rally as eyes turn to Fed meeting Asian markets rose Monday as investors tracked a positive lead from Wall Street on optimism over the China-US trade talk...,positive,1 Sri Lanka slaps Rs300 import tax on moulded and beaded bamboo,10/3/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka has slapped 300 rupee per kilogram tax on moulded bamboo used in construction, according a government gazette...","Sri Lanka slaps Rs300 import tax on moulded and beaded bamboo Sri Lanka has slapped 300 rupee per kilogram tax on moulded bamboo used in construction, according a government gazette...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Coronavirus count at 143, attempted manslaughter charge mulled for Covid-19 control",4/1/2020,Health,"As Sri Lanka's Coronavirus count spiked by 21 to 143 on March 31, linked to several Covid-19 clusters police said person...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus count at 143, attempted manslaughter charge mulled for Covid-19 control As Sri Lanka's Coronavirus count spiked by 21 to 143 on March 31, linked to several Covid-19 clusters police said person...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka declares three new international airports taking total to five,10/19/2019,Aviation,"Sri Lanka has declared three new domestic airports as international airports which will have border control facilities, ...","Sri Lanka declares three new international airports taking total to five Sri Lanka has declared three new domestic airports as international airports which will have border control facilities, ...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka forex reserves fall to US$2,267mn in Oct 2021",11/7/2021,Economy,Surrender requirement tightened despite steady fall in reserves,"Sri Lanka forex reserves fall to US$2,267mn in Oct 2021 Surrender requirement tightened despite steady fall in reserves",negative,-1 Sri Lanka seeks investors for 200MW floating solar plant on Samanalawewa,10/24/2023,Energy,Cabinet nod to call proposals from private investors to build a floating solar plant on the Samanalawewa reservoir ,Sri Lanka seeks investors for 200MW floating solar plant on Samanalawewa Cabinet nod to call proposals from private investors to build a floating solar plant on the Samanalawewa reservoir ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee opens at 329.25/333.00 to the US dollar,7/28/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee opened at 329.25/333.00 in the spot market,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 329.25/333.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka rupee opened at 329.25/333.00 in the spot market,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka private credit, imports showing signs of slowing: CB Governor",5/14/2022,Economy,Prime Lending Rates top 19 percent in May after rate corrections,"Sri Lanka private credit, imports showing signs of slowing: CB Governor Prime Lending Rates top 19 percent in May after rate corrections",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stock index posts best gain in five weeks amid thin trade,2/11/2022,Markets,"""Currently the market sentiment is investors are on a wait-and-see approach""","Sri Lanka stock index posts best gain in five weeks amid thin trade ""Currently the market sentiment is investors are on a wait-and-see approach""",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stock index down over extended power cuts, economic concerns",3/2/2022,Markets,"""Basically there is no confidence in the whole business environment""  ","Sri Lanka stock index down over extended power cuts, economic concerns ""Basically there is no confidence in the whole business environment""  ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka SOEs foreign borrowings requirement relaxed,5/10/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka state-owned enterprises, have been allowed to borrow from foreign sources without the lender opening an accoun...","Sri Lanka SOEs foreign borrowings requirement relaxed Sri Lanka state-owned enterprises, have been allowed to borrow from foreign sources without the lender opening an accoun...",negative,-1 New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Arden to step down in February,1/19/2023,World,"""It's one thing to lead your country through peace time, it's another to lead them through crisis,"" she said.","New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Arden to step down in February ""It's one thing to lead your country through peace time, it's another to lead them through crisis,"" she said.",positive,1 Sri Lankan police sergeant shoots himself dead with service weapon,6/17/2022,Law and Order,"The victim was a resident of Weeraketiya, Hambantota.","Sri Lankan police sergeant shoots himself dead with service weapon The victim was a resident of Weeraketiya, Hambantota.",negative,-1 JVP will field presidential candidate; no decision yet on common alliance - Handunnetti,6/17/2019,Politics,"The Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) will field a candidate of its own in the upcoming presidential elections, but the pa...","JVP will field presidential candidate; no decision yet on common alliance - Handunnetti The Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) will field a candidate of its own in the upcoming presidential elections, but the pa...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee gains, bond yields up at close",8/19/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed slightly stronger at 177.40/55 against the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields edged ...","Sri Lanka rupee gains, bond yields up at close Sri Lanka’s rupee closed slightly stronger at 177.40/55 against the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields edged ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks bucks 8-session winning streak on profit-taking,1/10/2022,Markets,ASPI slipped 1.23% ,Sri Lanka stocks bucks 8-session winning streak on profit-taking ASPI slipped 1.23% ,negative,-1 British envoy raises concern over “high profile” cases with Sri Lanka foreign minister,9/30/2021,Human Rights,Hulton also raised concerns relating to certain high profile Sri Lankan cases that are of current interest and focus.,British envoy raises concern over “high profile” cases with Sri Lanka foreign minister Hulton also raised concerns relating to certain high profile Sri Lankan cases that are of current interest and focus.,positive,1 "Sri Lanka halts imports of cars, electronics, perfumes, after soft-peg pressure",3/20/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has halted the imports of cars, perfumes, tyres, footwear, airconditors, refrigerators, mobile phones, televis...","Sri Lanka halts imports of cars, electronics, perfumes, after soft-peg pressure Sri Lanka has halted the imports of cars, perfumes, tyres, footwear, airconditors, refrigerators, mobile phones, televis...",negative,-1 "Fmr Speaker : ""I will not create another crisis by summoning Parliament""",4/23/2020,Political News,The Constitutional Council (CC) is calling on President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to obtain the views and suggestions of the pa...,"Fmr Speaker : ""I will not create another crisis by summoning Parliament"" The Constitutional Council (CC) is calling on President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to obtain the views and suggestions of the pa...",negative,-1 India denies attacks claims on Sri Lanka fishermen by Indian Navy,6/18/2021,Legal,Fishermen alleged the attack had happened at the maritime border on June 04,India denies attacks claims on Sri Lanka fishermen by Indian Navy Fishermen alleged the attack had happened at the maritime border on June 04,negative,-1 Sri Lankan stocks reaching bottom of cycle: research house,4/17/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stock market is heading towards the bottom of a cycle, with opportunities for buying and potential recovery ...","Sri Lankan stocks reaching bottom of cycle: research house Sri Lanka's stock market is heading towards the bottom of a cycle, with opportunities for buying and potential recovery ...",negative,-1 Boat transport service to be launched in Colombo for public use,8/21/2019,Economy,"The Megapolis and Western Development Ministry says that a boat service will be launched tomorrow (22 August), operating...","Boat transport service to be launched in Colombo for public use The Megapolis and Western Development Ministry says that a boat service will be launched tomorrow (22 August), operating...",negative,-1 New twist in UNP national list saga,4/15/2021,Politics,"Speculation is intensifying on who will fill the vacant national list seat of the United National Party (UNP), with part...","New twist in UNP national list saga Speculation is intensifying on who will fill the vacant national list seat of the United National Party (UNP), with part...",positive,1 Elephant seal spotted in Unawatuna reappears in Colombo,12/6/2019,Environment,A juvenile southern elephant seal was spotted this morning (6 Dec) in the waters along the Bambalapitiya-Kollupitiya str...,Elephant seal spotted in Unawatuna reappears in Colombo A juvenile southern elephant seal was spotted this morning (6 Dec) in the waters along the Bambalapitiya-Kollupitiya str...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Coronavirus cases linked to 19 places, police urge full Covid-19 disclosure",4/3/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's 151 confirmed Coronavirus cases have been linked to patients directly or indirectly linked to patients found...,"Sri Lanka Coronavirus cases linked to 19 places, police urge full Covid-19 disclosure Sri Lanka's 151 confirmed Coronavirus cases have been linked to patients directly or indirectly linked to patients found...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka SOE policy to see over 80 firms shifted to holding company,10/5/2023,Economy,An SOE Law will legislate the principles of the policy,Sri Lanka SOE policy to see over 80 firms shifted to holding company An SOE Law will legislate the principles of the policy,positive,1 Seven elephants died of poisoning - Minister,10/1/2019,Animal Rights,Officials agree that the elephants were poisoned but are yet to discover whether it was a biological or an artificial su...,Seven elephants died of poisoning - Minister Officials agree that the elephants were poisoned but are yet to discover whether it was a biological or an artificial su...,negative,-1 British High Commissioner advises Britons in Sri Lanka to leave over Coronavirus,4/10/2020,Business,The British High Commissioner in Sri Lanka has advised all British nationals in the country to go back while flights are...,British High Commissioner advises Britons in Sri Lanka to leave over Coronavirus The British High Commissioner in Sri Lanka has advised all British nationals in the country to go back while flights are...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to hike taxes back to 2019 levels: Minister,5/31/2022,Economy,A supplementary estimate of 695 billion rupees will be presented to parliament.,Sri Lanka to hike taxes back to 2019 levels: Minister A supplementary estimate of 695 billion rupees will be presented to parliament.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka should allow active, targeted, voluntary Coronavirus tests on high risk groups as curfews ...",4/23/2020,Health,Sri Lanka should shift from only testing contacts of index cases that turn up with symptoms and relax current controls o...,"Sri Lanka should allow active, targeted, voluntary Coronavirus tests on high risk groups as curfews ... Sri Lanka should shift from only testing contacts of index cases that turn up with symptoms and relax current controls o...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka releases land held by military in North,3/23/2024,Construction and Real Estate,Lands held by the Jaffna Security Force Headquarters in Jaffna were released to people,Sri Lanka releases land held by military in North Lands held by the Jaffna Security Force Headquarters in Jaffna were released to people,negative,-1 Is the harvest of the carnage a Candidate?,5/12/2019,Uncategorized,"Of what purpose are courts, judges and the law.","Is the harvest of the carnage a Candidate? Of what purpose are courts, judges and the law.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka-China deal positive, all official creditors awaited for review: IMF",11/21/2023,Fiscal,"Agreement in-principle with China's Exim Bank positive, assurances from other creditors awaited to go forward","Sri Lanka-China deal positive, all official creditors awaited for review: IMF Agreement in-principle with China's Exim Bank positive, assurances from other creditors awaited to go forward",positive,1 World Bank starts working on new Sri Lanka lending framework,3/1/2023,Economy,World Bank has given emergency funds by repurposing old loans,World Bank starts working on new Sri Lanka lending framework World Bank has given emergency funds by repurposing old loans,negative,-1 We turned Rajapaksa white elephants into viable enterprises – Mangala,10/4/2019,Economy,"The Govt has turned the loss-making white elephants of the Rajapaksa govt into profitable and viable enterprises, Financ...","We turned Rajapaksa white elephants into viable enterprises – Mangala The Govt has turned the loss-making white elephants of the Rajapaksa govt into profitable and viable enterprises, Financ...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka EPF real return negative 47-pct in 2022, steep US dollar hair cut: Harsha",5/15/2023,Economy,In US dollar terms the EPF has also been hit by a hair cut,"Sri Lanka EPF real return negative 47-pct in 2022, steep US dollar hair cut: Harsha In US dollar terms the EPF has also been hit by a hair cut",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka vaccinates 50.4-pct of population, vaccinated Covid-19 deaths 4.4-pct",9/19/2021,Health,"Out of total deaths of 9,806 persons, 4.4 percent had got both doses of vaccines and 15.9 percent had one","Sri Lanka vaccinates 50.4-pct of population, vaccinated Covid-19 deaths 4.4-pct Out of total deaths of 9,806 persons, 4.4 percent had got both doses of vaccines and 15.9 percent had one",negative,-1 Cooking gas shortages in Sri Lanka to be resolved in 7-10 days: cabinet spokesman,3/22/2022,Consumer Affairs,"According to reports, a 12.5kg domestic Laugfs gas cylinder price was increased by 1,359 rupees to 4,199.","Cooking gas shortages in Sri Lanka to be resolved in 7-10 days: cabinet spokesman According to reports, a 12.5kg domestic Laugfs gas cylinder price was increased by 1,359 rupees to 4,199.",negative,-1 Pros Inc wins SriLankan Airlines revenue software deal,4/8/2023,Aviation,The contract will be for five years,Pros Inc wins SriLankan Airlines revenue software deal The contract will be for five years,positive,1 Election largely peaceful but held in uneven playing field - EU observers,11/18/2019,PresPoll2020,"The EU election observers mission said that though the presidential election was largely peaceful, contestents had to co...","Election largely peaceful but held in uneven playing field - EU observers The EU election observers mission said that though the presidential election was largely peaceful, contestents had to co...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka president, PM, opposition leader support proposed UN-monitored reforms: Victor Ivan",6/17/2022,Politics,"“The Aragalaya must decide on its own [what it must do]. We cannot tell them to stop it or continue it,” he said.","Sri Lanka president, PM, opposition leader support proposed UN-monitored reforms: Victor Ivan “The Aragalaya must decide on its own [what it must do]. We cannot tell them to stop it or continue it,” he said.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka tourism sector sees cancellations, extensions as Russia-Ukraine conflict intensifies",2/25/2022,International Relations,"’Ukraine and Russia conflict will be a big disaster as people will not travel.""","Sri Lanka tourism sector sees cancellations, extensions as Russia-Ukraine conflict intensifies ’Ukraine and Russia conflict will be a big disaster as people will not travel.""",negative,-1 "Nearly 500 new coronavirus cases send South Korea total past 4,000",3/2/2020,International news,"South Korea reported nearly 500 new coronavirus cases Monday, sending the largest national total in the world outside Ch...","Nearly 500 new coronavirus cases send South Korea total past 4,000 South Korea reported nearly 500 new coronavirus cases Monday, sending the largest national total in the world outside Ch...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee opens at 322.25/75, bond yields stable",9/7/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 322.25/75 to the US dollar Thursday from 322.50/75 a day earlier. ,"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 322.25/75, bond yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 322.25/75 to the US dollar Thursday from 322.50/75 a day earlier. ",positive,1 "Sri Lanka stocks close down, turnover at 2.5bn",4/15/2024,Stocks & Companies,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Monday, data on its site showed.","Sri Lanka stocks close down, turnover at 2.5bn The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Monday, data on its site showed.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka inflation hits 15.1-pct in Feb 2022, a 13-year high",2/28/2022,Economy,Food prices up 35.3-pct since February 2020 when money printing was ratcheted up,"Sri Lanka inflation hits 15.1-pct in Feb 2022, a 13-year high Food prices up 35.3-pct since February 2020 when money printing was ratcheted up",negative,-1 Sri Lanka should compete with Asia Pacific region through FTAs: minister,7/27/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka has to compete with the rest of the Asia Pacific Region in trade through free trade agreements (FTAs), a minis...","Sri Lanka should compete with Asia Pacific region through FTAs: minister Sri Lanka has to compete with the rest of the Asia Pacific Region in trade through free trade agreements (FTAs), a minis...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka gets US$150mn from World Bank for deposit insurance,11/10/2023,Banking,Strengthening the Deposit Insurance Scheme will help protect the savings of smaller depositors,Sri Lanka gets US$150mn from World Bank for deposit insurance Strengthening the Deposit Insurance Scheme will help protect the savings of smaller depositors,negative,-1 Sri Lanka should draw up own program and negotiate with IMF: de Mel,12/7/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka needs a credible plan to get out,Sri Lanka should draw up own program and negotiate with IMF: de Mel Sri Lanka needs a credible plan to get out,negative,-1 Sri Lanka ex-finance Minister Samaraweera contracts Coronavirus despite vaccination,8/16/2021,Health,Vaccinated persons have better chances of recovery,Sri Lanka ex-finance Minister Samaraweera contracts Coronavirus despite vaccination Vaccinated persons have better chances of recovery,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka private bus service in turmoil, must be permitted to refuel anywhere: PBOA",9/19/2022,Transport,"“The allocation of fuel to the transport industry is not an efficient or fair allocation,” he said.","Sri Lanka private bus service in turmoil, must be permitted to refuel anywhere: PBOA “The allocation of fuel to the transport industry is not an efficient or fair allocation,” he said.",negative,-1 High-flying Belgian-British teenager on world record attempt stops in Sri Lanka,12/29/2021,Lifestyle,"Rutherford is aiming to break the Guinness World Record as the youngest woman to fly around the world,","High-flying Belgian-British teenager on world record attempt stops in Sri Lanka Rutherford is aiming to break the Guinness World Record as the youngest woman to fly around the world,",positive,1 "Mahendran, ten others to be indicted for Sri Lanka bond scam",6/7/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Attorney General has asked permission from the Chief Justice to file indictments...,"Mahendran, ten others to be indicted for Sri Lanka bond scam ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Attorney General has asked permission from the Chief Justice to file indictments...",negative,-1 "Local PHIs, MOH not informed of Russian crew being sent to quarantine centre: PHI union",9/24/2020,Health,"Local Public Health Inspectors (PHI) or Medical Officers of Health (MOH) were not informed that a Russian airline crew, ...","Local PHIs, MOH not informed of Russian crew being sent to quarantine centre: PHI union Local Public Health Inspectors (PHI) or Medical Officers of Health (MOH) were not informed that a Russian airline crew, ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's shares fall in mid day,2/6/2023,Markets,A revenue of 1 billion rupees was generated within the first hour of trade.,Sri Lanka's shares fall in mid day A revenue of 1 billion rupees was generated within the first hour of trade.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka parliament votes out Rajapakse's government,11/14/2018,Political News,AFP - Sri Lanka's parliament passed a motion of no-confidence in the controversially appointed government of Mahinda Raj...,Sri Lanka parliament votes out Rajapakse's government AFP - Sri Lanka's parliament passed a motion of no-confidence in the controversially appointed government of Mahinda Raj...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka president, main opposition SJB to hold talks on August 05",8/5/2022,Politics,"""The government must present a programme for an all-party government.""","Sri Lanka president, main opposition SJB to hold talks on August 05 ""The government must present a programme for an all-party government.""",positive,1 "Sri Lanka to increase betting, gaming taxes; casino tax up 150 percent",10/24/2022,Fiscal,"The 10-percent turnover tax will be increased to 15 percent, the ministry said.","Sri Lanka to increase betting, gaming taxes; casino tax up 150 percent The 10-percent turnover tax will be increased to 15 percent, the ministry said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka opposition SJB to formally seek presidential pardon for MP Ranjan Ramanayake,6/21/2021,Uncategorized,"Ramanayake signed the documents seeking a presidential pardon in May, according to the MP.","Sri Lanka opposition SJB to formally seek presidential pardon for MP Ranjan Ramanayake Ramanayake signed the documents seeking a presidential pardon in May, according to the MP.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka 3-month bill yield up 72bp,3/30/2022,Bonds & Forex,It is not clear why 12-month bills are not accepted,Sri Lanka 3-month bill yield up 72bp It is not clear why 12-month bills are not accepted,negative,-1 No more indirect taxes on the cards in Sri Lanka: state minister,1/29/2024,Fiscal,"""If anyone says prices are increasing once again due to indirect taxes, I don't see any truth in that,"" he said.","No more indirect taxes on the cards in Sri Lanka: state minister ""If anyone says prices are increasing once again due to indirect taxes, I don't see any truth in that,"" he said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka girls from 'unimaginable' backgrounds driven sex trade by currency crisis: ex-President,9/30/2022,Economy,"Due to current economic conditions social problems were worsening, ","Sri Lanka girls from 'unimaginable' backgrounds driven sex trade by currency crisis: ex-President Due to current economic conditions social problems were worsening, ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka main opposition SJB unfazed by SLPP-UNP alliance,1/10/2023,Uncategorized,"“The UNP-SLPP alliance is in no way a challenge to the SJB,” said Attanayake.","Sri Lanka main opposition SJB unfazed by SLPP-UNP alliance “The UNP-SLPP alliance is in no way a challenge to the SJB,” said Attanayake.",positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends lower, bond yields steady",5/28/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 176.25/35 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday and gilt yields were steady,...","Sri Lanka rupee ends lower, bond yields steady Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 176.25/35 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday and gilt yields were steady,...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka IOC unit profits down in June quarter,7/25/2023,Energy,The firm reported earnings of 4.59 rupees per share for the quarter.,Sri Lanka IOC unit profits down in June quarter The firm reported earnings of 4.59 rupees per share for the quarter.,negative,-1 Mental health of students should be priority in Covid-19 hit South Asia: educationist,6/19/2021,Business,All students regardless of income severely affected. Inequity is widespread ,Mental health of students should be priority in Covid-19 hit South Asia: educationist All students regardless of income severely affected. Inequity is widespread ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka awards contract to buy potassium fertilizer for Maha season,10/4/2022,Agriculture,Contract awarded to Ameropa Asia (Pvt) Ltd,Sri Lanka awards contract to buy potassium fertilizer for Maha season Contract awarded to Ameropa Asia (Pvt) Ltd,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to bring new law to replace Port City Law: Prez,3/4/2024,Legal,"Existing laws of Sri Lanka not adequate, thus, UK commercial laws will apply within jurisdiction of offshore economy","Sri Lanka to bring new law to replace Port City Law: Prez Existing laws of Sri Lanka not adequate, thus, UK commercial laws will apply within jurisdiction of offshore economy",negative,-1 Money shortages may force Sri Lanka zoos to consider selling or releasing animals,6/2/2022,Animal Rights,"Sri Lanka has around 5,000 animals in all zoological gardens ","Money shortages may force Sri Lanka zoos to consider selling or releasing animals Sri Lanka has around 5,000 animals in all zoological gardens ",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka power cuts, IPPs in play with coal plants down after grid failure",8/19/2020,Energy,"Sri Lanka's Independent Power Producers are generating 35 percent of daily energy, with the Mahweli River plants adding ...","Sri Lanka power cuts, IPPs in play with coal plants down after grid failure Sri Lanka's Independent Power Producers are generating 35 percent of daily energy, with the Mahweli River plants adding ...",negative,-1 Indian pilgrims joint St. Anthony's festival Kachchateevu,3/13/2022,Culture,.,Indian pilgrims joint St. Anthony's festival Kachchateevu .,positive,1 South Asia’s smaller countries have a principled stand on Ukraine war,6/8/2022,International news,The South Asian region is deeply divided in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine,South Asia’s smaller countries have a principled stand on Ukraine war The South Asian region is deeply divided in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine,negative,-1 Sri Lanka online forum with sovereign debt restructure specialist Lee Buchheit,10/5/2021,Economy,He has worked on debt restructuring soft-pegged countries like Argentina and Venezuela as well as Greece,Sri Lanka online forum with sovereign debt restructure specialist Lee Buchheit He has worked on debt restructuring soft-pegged countries like Argentina and Venezuela as well as Greece,positive,1 Sri Lanka hopes to wrap up Thailand FTA by early 2024,5/10/2023,Business,"The Free trade agreement hopes to increase exports to the Asian nation, Cabinet Spokesman Bandula Gunawardana said.","Sri Lanka hopes to wrap up Thailand FTA by early 2024 The Free trade agreement hopes to increase exports to the Asian nation, Cabinet Spokesman Bandula Gunawardana said.",positive,1 "Sri Lanka protestors face tear gas, water cannon",7/9/2022,Political News,"Public hit by high inflation, currency depreciation","Sri Lanka protestors face tear gas, water cannon Public hit by high inflation, currency depreciation",negative,-1 "Distilleries, Melstacorp 'AAA-(lka); Fitch rating confirmed despite expected tax hike",10/10/2021,Business,Fitch expects some tax hikes in the sector but at moderate levels ,"Distilleries, Melstacorp 'AAA-(lka); Fitch rating confirmed despite expected tax hike Fitch expects some tax hikes in the sector but at moderate levels ",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to take out China Exim, Nick Leeson loans from key SOEs",11/14/2022,Economy,Exim Bank of China loan to the CEB was considered among highest return projects ever,"Sri Lanka to take out China Exim, Nick Leeson loans from key SOEs Exim Bank of China loan to the CEB was considered among highest return projects ever",positive,1 Sri Lanka should consider legalising abortion for rape victims: Justice Minister,3/8/2022,Gender Issues,"“If a woman is forced to have a child conceived by rape, that child will be looked at with hatred.""","Sri Lanka should consider legalising abortion for rape victims: Justice Minister “If a woman is forced to have a child conceived by rape, that child will be looked at with hatred.""",negative,-1 India gives Sri Lanka US$500mn credit line for fuel,1/18/2022,Economy,External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar had sent a letter to Sri Lanka's Foreign Minister G L Pieris ,India gives Sri Lanka US$500mn credit line for fuel External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar had sent a letter to Sri Lanka's Foreign Minister G L Pieris ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka usually asked for upfront currency depreciation by IMF: Minister,3/23/2021,Economy,"The International Monetary Fund usually asks for upfront currency depreciation, which then brings more problems to the c...","Sri Lanka usually asked for upfront currency depreciation by IMF: Minister The International Monetary Fund usually asks for upfront currency depreciation, which then brings more problems to the c...",negative,-1 Showers expected today,9/5/2019,Weather and Climate,"Showers are expected to occur in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and Central provinces, the Department of Meteorology said tod...","Showers expected today Showers are expected to occur in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and Central provinces, the Department of Meteorology said tod...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka construction industry hit by rupee fall, fuel and power crisis",4/26/2022,Economy,"Construction industry faces 100,000 job losses immediately - CCI CEO","Sri Lanka construction industry hit by rupee fall, fuel and power crisis Construction industry faces 100,000 job losses immediately - CCI CEO",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka’s stocks see slow trading due to short week, month end",9/25/2023,Commodities,Sri Lanka shares were trading sluggishly on Monday morning.,"Sri Lanka’s stocks see slow trading due to short week, month end Sri Lanka shares were trading sluggishly on Monday morning.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks close near 7-month high,7/29/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks soared over two percent Monday reaching year banks leading the fray despite weaker earnings expected, w...","Sri Lanka stocks close near 7-month high Sri Lanka stocks soared over two percent Monday reaching year banks leading the fray despite weaker earnings expected, w...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka's total tax default, penalty stood around Rs. 620 bln by 2021-IRD",2/16/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka's tax-to-GDP ratio is one of the lowest in the world.,"Sri Lanka's total tax default, penalty stood around Rs. 620 bln by 2021-IRD Sri Lanka's tax-to-GDP ratio is one of the lowest in the world.",negative,-1 "Thunderstorms predicted in Central, Uva and Eastern Provinces",8/25/2020,weather,"The Department of Meteorology is predicting thunderstorms after 2 PM today for Central, Uva, Eastern provinces and Polon...","Thunderstorms predicted in Central, Uva and Eastern Provinces The Department of Meteorology is predicting thunderstorms after 2 PM today for Central, Uva, Eastern provinces and Polon...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks end marginally lower,11/18/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks end 0.01 per cent lower on Wednesday pushed by Carson Cumberbatch, Richard Pieris and Company and Sri L...","Sri Lanka stocks end marginally lower Sri Lanka stocks end 0.01 per cent lower on Wednesday pushed by Carson Cumberbatch, Richard Pieris and Company and Sri L...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka considers to legalize homosexuality - PMD,3/31/2023,Gender Issues,"""However, it has never been enforced for the last five decades to my knowledge,""","Sri Lanka considers to legalize homosexuality - PMD ""However, it has never been enforced for the last five decades to my knowledge,""",positive,1 National Savings Bank Sri Lanka rated [Sl] AAA by ICRA,6/24/2019,Banking,ICRA Lanka Limited has given a rating of [SL] AAA with a stable outlook to state-run National Savings Bank backed by gov...,National Savings Bank Sri Lanka rated [Sl] AAA by ICRA ICRA Lanka Limited has given a rating of [SL] AAA with a stable outlook to state-run National Savings Bank backed by gov...,positive,1 "Karunaratne urges Sri Lanka to keep ""chin up"" after World Cup rout",6/2/2019,Culture,Dimuth Karunaratne urged his Sri Lanka flops to stay positive after they were jeered by angry fans during Saturday's emb...,"Karunaratne urges Sri Lanka to keep ""chin up"" after World Cup rout Dimuth Karunaratne urged his Sri Lanka flops to stay positive after they were jeered by angry fans during Saturday's emb...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka slashes 2023 FDI target to $1 bln; hopes on metal, refinery plants to help",10/15/2023,Investment,Sinopec has greater chance to win Hambantota oil refinery bid - officials ,"Sri Lanka slashes 2023 FDI target to $1 bln; hopes on metal, refinery plants to help Sinopec has greater chance to win Hambantota oil refinery bid - officials ",negative,-1 Angry residents burn tires in protest following ferry tragedy in Sri Lanka,11/23/2021,Accident,MP Rauf Hakeem told parliament that the ferry had been operating without a permit.,Angry residents burn tires in protest following ferry tragedy in Sri Lanka MP Rauf Hakeem told parliament that the ferry had been operating without a permit.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka state minister rules out fourth COVID-19 jab,1/18/2022,Health,"Denmark recently became the first European country to offer a fourth dose, following Israel and Chile.","Sri Lanka state minister rules out fourth COVID-19 jab Denmark recently became the first European country to offer a fourth dose, following Israel and Chile.",positive,1 "S&P confirms Sri Lanka 'SD' sovereign rating, rupee debt outlook negative",4/26/2023,Economy,Ratings could be lowered further if rupee debt is re-structured,"S&P confirms Sri Lanka 'SD' sovereign rating, rupee debt outlook negative Ratings could be lowered further if rupee debt is re-structured",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Silvermill in Indonesia expansion with US$5mn ADB loan,12/24/2019,Agriculture,Manila-based Asian Development Bank said it will loan 5 million US dollars PTSASL and Sons Indonesia (PTSASL) of Sri Lan...,Sri Lanka's Silvermill in Indonesia expansion with US$5mn ADB loan Manila-based Asian Development Bank said it will loan 5 million US dollars PTSASL and Sons Indonesia (PTSASL) of Sri Lan...,negative,-1 "Mahinda is ""Super Minister"" in Cabinet",12/12/2019,Politics,"Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is the “Super Minister” in the new Cabinet, controlling 86 departments or instituti...","Mahinda is ""Super Minister"" in Cabinet Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is the “Super Minister” in the new Cabinet, controlling 86 departments or instituti...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka bonds flat ahead of bill auction, rupee steady",1/23/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 182.05/20 to the US dollar in the spot market at opening Wednesday, marginally firmer fr...","Sri Lanka bonds flat ahead of bill auction, rupee steady Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 182.05/20 to the US dollar in the spot market at opening Wednesday, marginally firmer fr...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's petroleum sector trade unions to launch protest on Aug 22 against new reforms,8/21/2022,Energy,"""CPC & CPC reforms are a must & will continue to work to implement them.""","Sri Lanka's petroleum sector trade unions to launch protest on Aug 22 against new reforms ""CPC & CPC reforms are a must & will continue to work to implement them.""",positive,1 Sri Lanka extends emergency a month after suicide bombings,5/22/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's president extended on Wednesday by a further month the state of emergency imposed immediately after the East...,Sri Lanka extends emergency a month after suicide bombings Sri Lanka's president extended on Wednesday by a further month the state of emergency imposed immediately after the East...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka AG orders ex-Finance Minister, CB Governor, arrested over Rs51bn securities fraud",3/3/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's Attorney General has asked police to arrest ex-Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake, ex-Central Bank Governor ...","Sri Lanka AG orders ex-Finance Minister, CB Governor, arrested over Rs51bn securities fraud Sri Lanka's Attorney General has asked police to arrest ex-Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake, ex-Central Bank Governor ...",negative,-1 Supreme Court Justice Prasanna Jayawardena passes away,12/24/2019,Law and Order,Supreme Court Justice Prasanna Jayawardena PC passed away this morning in a private hospital in Colombo.,Supreme Court Justice Prasanna Jayawardena passes away Supreme Court Justice Prasanna Jayawardena PC passed away this morning in a private hospital in Colombo.,negative,-1 "S&P downgrades Sri Lanka sovereign rating to 'CCC+', over budget, excess liquidity",12/11/2020,Economy,"Standard and Poor's, said it was downgrading Sri Lanka to 'CCC+' saying a high budget deficit and excess liquidity is l...","S&P downgrades Sri Lanka sovereign rating to 'CCC+', over budget, excess liquidity Standard and Poor's, said it was downgrading Sri Lanka to 'CCC+' saying a high budget deficit and excess liquidity is l...",negative,-1 "New grading system for London (Cambridge) O/L, A/L, other students missing June exams",4/17/2020,Education,"Cambridge Assessment International Education has introduced a new grading system for students, in view of the COVID-19 p...","New grading system for London (Cambridge) O/L, A/L, other students missing June exams Cambridge Assessment International Education has introduced a new grading system for students, in view of the COVID-19 p...",positive,1 Sri Lanka BOP deficit rises US$3.2bn in October 2021 in new record,12/24/2021,Economy,Money printing was then ratcheted up in February 2020 under so-called 'Modern Monetary Theory,Sri Lanka BOP deficit rises US$3.2bn in October 2021 in new record Money printing was then ratcheted up in February 2020 under so-called 'Modern Monetary Theory,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka president meets top commonwealth official, diaspora group amid opposition criticism",9/20/2022,Economy,Wickremesinghe also met King Charles III on Sunday September 18.,"Sri Lanka president meets top commonwealth official, diaspora group amid opposition criticism Wickremesinghe also met King Charles III on Sunday September 18.",positive,1 University of Technology Sydney targets South Asia with Sri Lanka college,7/2/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – University of Technology Sydney is to open a college in Sri Lanka with an investment of two million...,University of Technology Sydney targets South Asia with Sri Lanka college ECONOMYNEXT – University of Technology Sydney is to open a college in Sri Lanka with an investment of two million...,positive,1 Sri Lanka's shares gain on hopes of securing IMF without China,2/20/2023,Markets,During the first hour of trade the market generated a revenue of 951 million rupees. ,Sri Lanka's shares gain on hopes of securing IMF without China During the first hour of trade the market generated a revenue of 951 million rupees. ,negative,-1 "US tech giants gain ahead of earnings deluge, oil prices up",7/23/2019,International news,"US technology companies rallied Monday ahead of earnings from high-tech heavyweights later in the week, while oil prices...","US tech giants gain ahead of earnings deluge, oil prices up US technology companies rallied Monday ahead of earnings from high-tech heavyweights later in the week, while oil prices...",positive,1 Sri Lanka's central town Akurana starts body checking at mosques after security threat ,4/19/2023,Defence,Two other sources said the recommendations include body check on both men and women devotees.,Sri Lanka's central town Akurana starts body checking at mosques after security threat  Two other sources said the recommendations include body check on both men and women devotees.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bond yields, rupee steady after Easter terror",4/23/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed stable at 174.50/90 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields were stea...","Sri Lanka bond yields, rupee steady after Easter terror Sri Lanka's rupee closed stable at 174.50/90 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields were stea...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's shares gain in mid day trade,5/11/2023,Markets,Pushed up by the banking and financial sectors,Sri Lanka's shares gain in mid day trade Pushed up by the banking and financial sectors,positive,1 "Sri Lanka to prioritise Singapore FTA, president tells Singapore PM in Tokyo",9/27/2022,International Relations,President Wickremesinghe is in Tokyo on a two-day official visit.,"Sri Lanka to prioritise Singapore FTA, president tells Singapore PM in Tokyo President Wickremesinghe is in Tokyo on a two-day official visit.",positive,1 "Sri Lanka to phase out para-tariffs over 5 years, some faster: Budget 2019",3/5/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka will phase out para-tariffs on imports over 5 years, but items relating to some sectors will be phased out ove...","Sri Lanka to phase out para-tariffs over 5 years, some faster: Budget 2019 Sri Lanka will phase out para-tariffs on imports over 5 years, but items relating to some sectors will be phased out ove...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka President calls for steady national policies,10/11/2022,Business,Opens phama laboratory,Sri Lanka President calls for steady national policies Opens phama laboratory,positive,1 "Sri Lanka tea under threat from pests, fungal outbreaks, weeds due to agro-chemical ban",10/24/2021,Agriculture,"Manual weeding worsens soil erosion, fertilizer loss","Sri Lanka tea under threat from pests, fungal outbreaks, weeds due to agro-chemical ban Manual weeding worsens soil erosion, fertilizer loss",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee, stocks open stronger",11/14/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened stronger at 180.20/30 on Thursday as bond yields remained stable from Wednesday and stocks op...,"Sri Lanka rupee, stocks open stronger Sri Lanka’s rupee opened stronger at 180.20/30 on Thursday as bond yields remained stable from Wednesday and stocks op...",negative,-1 South Korea agrees to accept Sri Lanka workers hit by plane delay,5/26/2023,Economy,"Due to 10-hour delay of SriLankan flight, 48 workers missed a deadline set by the Korean authorities to report to work","South Korea agrees to accept Sri Lanka workers hit by plane delay Due to 10-hour delay of SriLankan flight, 48 workers missed a deadline set by the Korean authorities to report to work",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka insurers to be hit by directive to remit all riot, terrorism income to state re-insurer",1/31/2024,Insurance,"Segment generally profitable in recent years due to relatively low claim incidence, though there were claims in 2022","Sri Lanka insurers to be hit by directive to remit all riot, terrorism income to state re-insurer Segment generally profitable in recent years due to relatively low claim incidence, though there were claims in 2022",negative,-1 Twelve new judges appointed,9/14/2020,Legal,Twelve new high court judges were appointed in Sri Lanka today.,Twelve new judges appointed Twelve new high court judges were appointed in Sri Lanka today.,positive,1 Sri Lanka's outgoing Attorney General turns down diplomatic posting,5/6/2021,Legal,De Livera is expected to retire at the end of this month.,Sri Lanka's outgoing Attorney General turns down diplomatic posting De Livera is expected to retire at the end of this month.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka tourism revenues more than doubles in August 2023,9/9/2023,Tourism,Tourism was hit by the economic-crisis led political crisis last year after Covid-19 pandemic ,Sri Lanka tourism revenues more than doubles in August 2023 Tourism was hit by the economic-crisis led political crisis last year after Covid-19 pandemic ,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rounds up more Covid-19 contacts as new Coronavirus cluster grows to 532, no curfews",7/15/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has confirmed 19 new Coronavirus cases by 2130 hours on July 14 taking the total to 2,665, and authorities mov...","Sri Lanka rounds up more Covid-19 contacts as new Coronavirus cluster grows to 532, no curfews Sri Lanka has confirmed 19 new Coronavirus cases by 2130 hours on July 14 taking the total to 2,665, and authorities mov...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s LVL Energy Sept quarter net profit up 25-pct,11/12/2018,Energy,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s LVL Energy Fund, which operates hydro, wind and thermal power plants, said net profit r...","Sri Lanka’s LVL Energy Sept quarter net profit up 25-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s LVL Energy Fund, which operates hydro, wind and thermal power plants, said net profit r...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks jump to over 3-month high on IMF deal hope after Chinese assurance,3/7/2023,Markets,Significant interest in banking and financial sector was seen ,Sri Lanka stocks jump to over 3-month high on IMF deal hope after Chinese assurance Significant interest in banking and financial sector was seen ,positive,1 "Sri Lanka tobacco monopoly profit down, tax hike reduces sales",11/12/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tobacco Company Plc (CTC) posted net profits of 3.6 billion rupees for the September 201...,"Sri Lanka tobacco monopoly profit down, tax hike reduces sales ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tobacco Company Plc (CTC) posted net profits of 3.6 billion rupees for the September 201...",negative,-1 Canada provides $3mn assistance to Sri Lanka,1/9/2023,Uncategorized,"The project aims to provide emergency food, safe water, health and nutrition services and other essential services.","Canada provides $3mn assistance to Sri Lanka The project aims to provide emergency food, safe water, health and nutrition services and other essential services.",positive,1 Sri Lanka's Softlogic opens supermarkets in hospitals chain,4/5/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s Softlogic Holdings said it is opening ‘mini format’ Glomark supermarkets i...,Sri Lanka's Softlogic opens supermarkets in hospitals chain ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s Softlogic Holdings said it is opening ‘mini format’ Glomark supermarkets i...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka gives provisional approval to two wind power projects by Adani Group,8/17/2022,Energy,The announcement came at a time when relations between India and Sri Lanka are being tested.,Sri Lanka gives provisional approval to two wind power projects by Adani Group The announcement came at a time when relations between India and Sri Lanka are being tested.,positive,1 FMM Concerned by Shani transfer,11/26/2019,Security,The Free Media Movement (FMM) is asking the National Police Commission to reconsider the hasty transfer of the Director ...,FMM Concerned by Shani transfer The Free Media Movement (FMM) is asking the National Police Commission to reconsider the hasty transfer of the Director ...,negative,-1 "Iran President to open Sri Lanka $514mn irrigation, hydro power project",4/23/2024,Agriculture,Project designed and built by Iran's Farab engineering group,"Iran President to open Sri Lanka $514mn irrigation, hydro power project Project designed and built by Iran's Farab engineering group",positive,1 "Sri Lanka needs to balance accountability, reconciliation under TRC - state foreign minister",7/26/2023,Uncategorized,"When you focus more on accountability, it could be harmful for reconciliation - Minister","Sri Lanka needs to balance accountability, reconciliation under TRC - state foreign minister When you focus more on accountability, it could be harmful for reconciliation - Minister",negative,-1 Sri Lanka SEC approves rules to list infrastructure bonds on stock exchange,1/7/2024,Bonds & Forex,The regulations will ensure that investors are kept informed on the performance and with sanctions for non-compliance,Sri Lanka SEC approves rules to list infrastructure bonds on stock exchange The regulations will ensure that investors are kept informed on the performance and with sanctions for non-compliance,positive,1 Sri Lanka utility regulator asks public to minimise electricity use at night,2/10/2022,Power,"The CEB said the night peak demand for Wednesday was expected to be 2,640 MW.","Sri Lanka utility regulator asks public to minimise electricity use at night The CEB said the night peak demand for Wednesday was expected to be 2,640 MW.",negative,-1 Artist Thenuwara threatened following verdict,10/5/2019,Human Rights,Professor Chandragupta Thenuwara who was among two petitioners who challenged Gotabaya Rajapaksa's citizenship status is...,Artist Thenuwara threatened following verdict Professor Chandragupta Thenuwara who was among two petitioners who challenged Gotabaya Rajapaksa's citizenship status is...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka banks say regulator assured sector stability in debt restructure,5/7/2023,Banking,An overall debt restructuring plan is due to be announced later in in May,Sri Lanka banks say regulator assured sector stability in debt restructure An overall debt restructuring plan is due to be announced later in in May,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Workers Party millionaire's Presidential campaign on stretch limo,11/13/2019,Political News,"The brand of A S P Liyanage, a millionaire presidential candidate representing his self-styled Sri Lanka Worker's Party ...","Sri Lanka Workers Party millionaire's Presidential campaign on stretch limo The brand of A S P Liyanage, a millionaire presidential candidate representing his self-styled Sri Lanka Worker's Party ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee opens at 327.50/328.25 to the US dollar,11/8/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 327.50/328.25 to the US dollar on Wednesday, from 327.50/90 on Tuesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 327.50/328.25 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 327.50/328.25 to the US dollar on Wednesday, from 327.50/90 on Tuesday, dealers said.",negative,-1 Strict action against those who use formalin in food – State Minister,8/1/2019,Uncategorized,Strict action will be taken through Consumer Affairs Authority (CFA) against those who misuse formalin for food preserva...,Strict action against those who use formalin in food – State Minister Strict action will be taken through Consumer Affairs Authority (CFA) against those who misuse formalin for food preserva...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury yield falls to 10.75-pct,1/16/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s one-year Treasury Bill yield fell 10 basis points to 10.75 percent at WednesdayÃ...,Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury yield falls to 10.75-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s one-year Treasury Bill yield fell 10 basis points to 10.75 percent at WednesdayÃ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to fight Express Pearl marine damages claim in UK and Singapore courts,5/11/2023,Accidents,The expert committee appointed has estimated the total damage to 6.4 billion US dollars.,Sri Lanka to fight Express Pearl marine damages claim in UK and Singapore courts The expert committee appointed has estimated the total damage to 6.4 billion US dollars.,negative,-1 Crisis-hit Hong Kong: China's gateway to the world,8/15/2019,International news,"China's economy has grown to dwarf Hong Kong's since 1997, but the mainland remains deeply dependent on the crisis-stric...","Crisis-hit Hong Kong: China's gateway to the world China's economy has grown to dwarf Hong Kong's since 1997, but the mainland remains deeply dependent on the crisis-stric...",negative,-1 "Spain, France impose tight restrictions as infections cross 150,000",3/15/2020,International news,"Spain and France have imposed sweeping restrictions to fight the spread of coronavirus, as US President Donald Trump tes...","Spain, France impose tight restrictions as infections cross 150,000 Spain and France have imposed sweeping restrictions to fight the spread of coronavirus, as US President Donald Trump tes...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stocks close down, First Capital pushes turnover",12/22/2023,Markets,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Friday, CSE data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks close down, First Capital pushes turnover The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Friday, CSE data showed.",negative,-1 "Colombo Dockyard delivers Japanese cable ship, eyes Sri Lanka dredger deal",6/22/2019,Logistics,ECONOMYNEXT – Colombo Dockyard has delivered a submarine cable-laying ship for Japan’s Kokusai Cable Ship ...,"Colombo Dockyard delivers Japanese cable ship, eyes Sri Lanka dredger deal ECONOMYNEXT – Colombo Dockyard has delivered a submarine cable-laying ship for Japan’s Kokusai Cable Ship ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Treasuries yields steady at auction, no printing seen",5/27/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields were steady at Wednesday's auction with 30 billion rupees in bills offered and the full volu...,"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields steady at auction, no printing seen Sri Lanka Treasuries yields were steady at Wednesday's auction with 30 billion rupees in bills offered and the full volu...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka asks telecos to give emergency credit to keep in touch in Coronavirus fight,3/22/2020,Business,Sri Lanka has asked telecom companies to extend credit to customers with most people unable to settle bills or make pre-...,Sri Lanka asks telecos to give emergency credit to keep in touch in Coronavirus fight Sri Lanka has asked telecom companies to extend credit to customers with most people unable to settle bills or make pre-...,negative,-1 UK's DCTS trading scheme replaces GSP+ for Sri Lanka,6/19/2023,Economy,The DCTS scheme is in operation from June 19,UK's DCTS trading scheme replaces GSP+ for Sri Lanka The DCTS scheme is in operation from June 19,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 200.50/200.90 to the one week US dollar,4/5/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 200.50/200.90 to the one week US dollar on Monday while gilt yields were flat on du...,Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 200.50/200.90 to the one week US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 200.50/200.90 to the one week US dollar on Monday while gilt yields were flat on du...,negative,-1 Crisis-hit Sri Lanka launches coolant system in fishing boats to minimize losses,1/3/2023,Fisheries,Sri Lanka's post harvest losses in fishing has been over 20%. ,Crisis-hit Sri Lanka launches coolant system in fishing boats to minimize losses Sri Lanka's post harvest losses in fishing has been over 20%. ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka looks to set up broadcast regulator for television and radio,3/5/2020,ICT, Sri Lanka is looking to regulate television and radio broadcasting and the cabinet of ministers had set up a committee ...,Sri Lanka looks to set up broadcast regulator for television and radio Sri Lanka is looking to regulate television and radio broadcasting and the cabinet of ministers had set up a committee ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to call bids for luxury train coaches on four routes,10/30/2019,Ground,Sri Lanka's state-run railways had been cleared to call competitive bids to operate luxury train coaches on four routes ...,Sri Lanka to call bids for luxury train coaches on four routes Sri Lanka's state-run railways had been cleared to call competitive bids to operate luxury train coaches on four routes ...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka GDP to shrink 5.5-pct in 2020, Maldives 20-pct, Bangladesh to grow: ADB",9/15/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's gross domestic product will contract 5.5 percent in 2020 amid a Coronavirus crisis while tourism dependent M...,"Sri Lanka GDP to shrink 5.5-pct in 2020, Maldives 20-pct, Bangladesh to grow: ADB Sri Lanka's gross domestic product will contract 5.5 percent in 2020 amid a Coronavirus crisis while tourism dependent M...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stagnant in global corruption perception index: Transparency International,1/23/2020,Politics,"Sri Lanka has made no progress in its ranking on Transparency International’s corruption perception index, the global ...","Sri Lanka stagnant in global corruption perception index: Transparency International Sri Lanka has made no progress in its ranking on Transparency International’s corruption perception index, the global ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka limits parliament sessions to two days; emergency law to be debated,9/2/2021,Politics,"Once an emergency law is declared, it has to be approved by the parliament within 14 days.","Sri Lanka limits parliament sessions to two days; emergency law to be debated Once an emergency law is declared, it has to be approved by the parliament within 14 days.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka inflation at 4.0-pct in September 2020,9/30/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's 12-month inflation was at 4.0 percent in September 2020, slowing from 4.1 percent a month earlier, though pr...","Sri Lanka inflation at 4.0-pct in September 2020 Sri Lanka's 12-month inflation was at 4.0 percent in September 2020, slowing from 4.1 percent a month earlier, though pr...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka officials discuss next steps in electricity reform,11/23/2023,Power,"Observations made by development agencies ADB, JICA, World Bank, USAID","Sri Lanka officials discuss next steps in electricity reform Observations made by development agencies ADB, JICA, World Bank, USAID",positive,1 "UN Report urges global justice, sanctions for Sri Lanka's disappeared victims",5/21/2024,Human Rights,"Sri Lanka Foreign Ministry says the OHCHR report is unwarranted, preposterous","UN Report urges global justice, sanctions for Sri Lanka's disappeared victims Sri Lanka Foreign Ministry says the OHCHR report is unwarranted, preposterous",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's state sector to go full electric, no more fuel vehicles: president",8/30/2022,Economy,He said on Tuesday August 30 that the purchase of fuel-run vehicles for state services will be stopped.,"Sri Lanka's state sector to go full electric, no more fuel vehicles: president He said on Tuesday August 30 that the purchase of fuel-run vehicles for state services will be stopped.",negative,-1 "Wrapping up Sri Lanka external debt deals critical, property tax needed: IMF",1/19/2024,Economy,"called to speed up a ""progressive property tax""","Wrapping up Sri Lanka external debt deals critical, property tax needed: IMF called to speed up a ""progressive property tax""",negative,-1 State minister defends letter requesting top cop's transfer,4/1/2021,Politics,State Minister Arundika Fernando has defended a controversial letter he wrote to the minster of public security in Decem...,State minister defends letter requesting top cop's transfer State Minister Arundika Fernando has defended a controversial letter he wrote to the minster of public security in Decem...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka President appoints committee to probe Taisei-linked allegation,7/23/2022,Economy,Ex-Minister demands investigation,Sri Lanka President appoints committee to probe Taisei-linked allegation Ex-Minister demands investigation,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee closes at 299.80/95 to the US dollar,4/3/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were up,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 299.80/95 to the US dollar Bond yields were up,negative,-1 Sri Lanka CB relaxes LCB restrictions for standing facility from Feb 16 to slash market rates,2/8/2024,Economy,Fall of market interest rates has been slow compared to the central bank's policy rate cuts,Sri Lanka CB relaxes LCB restrictions for standing facility from Feb 16 to slash market rates Fall of market interest rates has been slow compared to the central bank's policy rate cuts,negative,-1 Lack of retrospective 'revenge tax' to punish Sri Lanka bond buyers explained,11/15/2023,Economy,The IMF also warned against retrospective taxes,Lack of retrospective 'revenge tax' to punish Sri Lanka bond buyers explained The IMF also warned against retrospective taxes,negative,-1 Minuwangoda – A wounded town tries to heal,6/9/2020,Human Rights,"Most residents of the town of Minuwangoda remember the night of May 13, 2019 vividly as that was when mobs rampaged thro...","Minuwangoda – A wounded town tries to heal Most residents of the town of Minuwangoda remember the night of May 13, 2019 vividly as that was when mobs rampaged thro...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee steady, gilt yields end lower",10/9/2020,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at 184.15/30 to the US dollar on Friday while bond eased, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee steady, gilt yields end lower Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at 184.15/30 to the US dollar on Friday while bond eased, dealers said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Sajith Premadasa all for early presidential polls despite crossover talk,5/16/2023,Politics,"“We fully support the proposal to hold early presidential elections.""","Sri Lanka's Sajith Premadasa all for early presidential polls despite crossover talk “We fully support the proposal to hold early presidential elections.""",positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends flat in one week forwards, gilt yields marginally down",1/6/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 191.00/192.00 in the spot next market against the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yiel...","Sri Lanka rupee ends flat in one week forwards, gilt yields marginally down Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 191.00/192.00 in the spot next market against the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yiel...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka president seeks broader consensus for IMF deal ,8/5/2022,Economy,"Wickremesinghe says if no alternative, the govt will have to go with the IMF programme","Sri Lanka president seeks broader consensus for IMF deal  Wickremesinghe says if no alternative, the govt will have to go with the IMF programme",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to expand cancer hospital after funds improve,3/5/2023,General Services,"There is a delay in some projects due to foreign exchange shortages, he said.","Sri Lanka to expand cancer hospital after funds improve There is a delay in some projects due to foreign exchange shortages, he said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka may be on the brink of community transmission: PHI Union,1/22/2021,Health,"Though it’s difficult to say conclusively at present, Sri Lanka may be on the brink of community transmission of COVID...","Sri Lanka may be on the brink of community transmission: PHI Union Though it’s difficult to say conclusively at present, Sri Lanka may be on the brink of community transmission of COVID...",negative,-1 "Opposition wanted meeting with Sri Lanka bondholders, not IMF: Harsha",3/11/2024,Economy,"""We did not ask a meeting with the IMF.""","Opposition wanted meeting with Sri Lanka bondholders, not IMF: Harsha ""We did not ask a meeting with the IMF.""",negative,-1 Asian markets rally on fresh hopes for trade talks,8/19/2019,International news,Asian markets rallied Monday following a strong lead from Wall Street and comments from Donald Trump's top economic advi...,Asian markets rally on fresh hopes for trade talks Asian markets rallied Monday following a strong lead from Wall Street and comments from Donald Trump's top economic advi...,positive,1 Sri Lanka census department switches to computerized surveys after pilot study,12/9/2019,Sci-Tech,"The Census and Statistics Department (DCS) has adopted a new computerized interviewing system, which has reduced errors ...","Sri Lanka census department switches to computerized surveys after pilot study The Census and Statistics Department (DCS) has adopted a new computerized interviewing system, which has reduced errors ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka projects rice surplus in 2023,7/27/2023,Agriculture,Yala harvest is expected to be 1.46mn metric tonnes,Sri Lanka projects rice surplus in 2023 Yala harvest is expected to be 1.46mn metric tonnes,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka ruling party MP wants prime minister, govt to step down; noncommittal on president",4/24/2022,Politics,"So far, only the SJB's proposals contain a total abolition of Sri Lanka's all-powerful executive presidency.","Sri Lanka ruling party MP wants prime minister, govt to step down; noncommittal on president So far, only the SJB's proposals contain a total abolition of Sri Lanka's all-powerful executive presidency.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka defence sector to join tourism initiatives,1/27/2024,Defence,All hands on deck approach ,Sri Lanka defence sector to join tourism initiatives All hands on deck approach ,positive,1 Sri Lanka biz leaders online at Echelon Decodes: The economy after Covid on May 01 at 1000,4/30/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka business leaders in consumer, healthcare, construction, exports and telecoms will be at an online forum discus...","Sri Lanka biz leaders online at Echelon Decodes: The economy after Covid on May 01 at 1000 Sri Lanka business leaders in consumer, healthcare, construction, exports and telecoms will be at an online forum discus...",positive,1 Sri Lanka stocks end 1.00-pct lower,5/21/2021,Markets,Windforce buys a 92.5 per cent stake in Fairway Waste Management. ,Sri Lanka stocks end 1.00-pct lower Windforce buys a 92.5 per cent stake in Fairway Waste Management. ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks down amid tight forex liquidity and foreigners exit,12/28/2021,Markets,.,Sri Lanka stocks down amid tight forex liquidity and foreigners exit .,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Cricket offers help to Cricket Clubs,4/27/2020,Sports,Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has provided relief to the affected segments of Sri Lanka’s Cricketing community with the ‘G...,Sri Lanka Cricket offers help to Cricket Clubs Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has provided relief to the affected segments of Sri Lanka’s Cricketing community with the ‘G...,positive,1 Sri Lanka’s February trade gap narrows to 5-yr low,4/22/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s monthly trade deficit narrowed to 451 million US dollars in February 2019, the l...","Sri Lanka’s February trade gap narrows to 5-yr low ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s monthly trade deficit narrowed to 451 million US dollars in February 2019, the l...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee at 340/345 to the US dollar,3/16/2023,Bonds & Forex,Business done at 340,Sri Lanka rupee at 340/345 to the US dollar Business done at 340,negative,-1 Namal takes on opposition for supporting Sri Lanka's 2019 tax cut,11/20/2023,Fiscal,"Main opposition which is now criticizing a tax cut in 2019 was part of a parliament that endorsed them unanimously,","Namal takes on opposition for supporting Sri Lanka's 2019 tax cut Main opposition which is now criticizing a tax cut in 2019 was part of a parliament that endorsed them unanimously,",positive,1 Sri Lanka's shares gain on crossings,6/22/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.12 percent or 11.18 points to 9,306","Sri Lanka's shares gain on crossings All Share Price Index was up 0.12 percent or 11.18 points to 9,306",negative,-1 Sri Lanka fails to sell 41-pct of Treasuries at de facto policy rate ceiling,7/28/2021,Bonds & Forex,Ceiling rate set at 5.26-pct,Sri Lanka fails to sell 41-pct of Treasuries at de facto policy rate ceiling Ceiling rate set at 5.26-pct,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee steady at open, gilts flat",1/21/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.30/35 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday from Monday’s closin...,"Sri Lanka rupee steady at open, gilts flat Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.30/35 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday from Monday’s closin...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee closes at 323.90/324.00 to the US dollar,12/28/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.90/334.00 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 323.90/324.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.90/334.00 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said.",negative,-1 "No crisis by withdrawing Sri Lanka vote-on-account supplement, arrears to continue: Minister",2/21/2020,Economy, There is no financial crisis in the government due to the withdrawal of a supplementary estimated to the interim budget...,"No crisis by withdrawing Sri Lanka vote-on-account supplement, arrears to continue: Minister There is no financial crisis in the government due to the withdrawal of a supplementary estimated to the interim budget...",positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 301.00/20 to US dollar,5/29/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields broadly steady.,Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 301.00/20 to US dollar Bond yields broadly steady.,positive,1 Sri Lanka skipper says battered team will bounce back in SAfrica,2/4/2019,Culture,Sri Lankan skipper Dinesh Chandimal insisted Monday his battered team can lift their game and be competitive on the upco...,Sri Lanka skipper says battered team will bounce back in SAfrica Sri Lankan skipper Dinesh Chandimal insisted Monday his battered team can lift their game and be competitive on the upco...,positive,1 Sri Lanka's Kingsbury hotel revamps after bomb damage,11/5/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka’s The Kingsbury hotel, damaged in the Easter Sunday bombings, said it is revamping restaurants which will be...","Sri Lanka's Kingsbury hotel revamps after bomb damage Sri Lanka’s The Kingsbury hotel, damaged in the Easter Sunday bombings, said it is revamping restaurants which will be...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,6/14/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 1.61 percent or 145.97 points to 9,215.61","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 1.61 percent or 145.97 points to 9,215.61",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Ports Authority has 914 excess staff, pays overtime",9/10/2023,Logistics,.,"Sri Lanka Ports Authority has 914 excess staff, pays overtime .",negative,-1 Sri Lanka in stagflation after flexible exchange rate collapse,11/4/2019,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka is going through a period of stagflation involving low growth and higher inflation for the second time in less...,Sri Lanka in stagflation after flexible exchange rate collapse Sri Lanka is going through a period of stagflation involving low growth and higher inflation for the second time in less...,negative,-1 Three women die in stampede at aid distribution in Colombo,5/21/2020,Accident,At least three people are dead and several injured after a stampede when private donors were distributing cash to the ne...,Three women die in stampede at aid distribution in Colombo At least three people are dead and several injured after a stampede when private donors were distributing cash to the ne...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka emergency temporary, says minister as opposition fears authoritarianism",9/7/2021,Legal,"“There is also clear public resentment toward traders who hoard and cheat the people,” the minister said.","Sri Lanka emergency temporary, says minister as opposition fears authoritarianism “There is also clear public resentment toward traders who hoard and cheat the people,” the minister said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s ferry tragedy turns into ugly politics; ruling and opposition MPs trade charges,11/25/2021,Accident,"“There are 100,000 people living in Kinniya and an alternate road should have been considered.""","Sri Lanka’s ferry tragedy turns into ugly politics; ruling and opposition MPs trade charges “There are 100,000 people living in Kinniya and an alternate road should have been considered.""",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka legislator calls on ""patriots"" to boycott the US until Shavendra ban is lifted",2/17/2020,Politics,UNF Parliamentarian S.M. Marikkar said that he will personally refrain from applying for an American visa until the Unit...,"Sri Lanka legislator calls on ""patriots"" to boycott the US until Shavendra ban is lifted UNF Parliamentarian S.M. Marikkar said that he will personally refrain from applying for an American visa until the Unit...",negative,-1 Real-time alerts for transactions in Sri Lankan government debt,4/8/2019,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT – Investors in Sri Lankan government securities will now get real-time alerts of transactions, the Pu...","Real-time alerts for transactions in Sri Lankan government debt ECONOMYNEXT – Investors in Sri Lankan government securities will now get real-time alerts of transactions, the Pu...",negative,-1 Top German companies renew their commitment to Sri Lanka,2/9/2021,International Relations,Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka said that a record 176 German companies have pledged their commi...,Top German companies renew their commitment to Sri Lanka Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka said that a record 176 German companies have pledged their commi...,positive,1 Sri Lanka sells Rs70bn in 2028 to 2032 bonds,5/13/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has sold 70 billion rupees in 2028, 2030 and 2032 bonds, data from the state debt office showed.","Sri Lanka sells Rs70bn in 2028 to 2032 bonds Sri Lanka has sold 70 billion rupees in 2028, 2030 and 2032 bonds, data from the state debt office showed.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka finds 176 dead turtles, 20 dolphins, 5 whales as X-Press Pearl leaks chemicals",7/1/2021,Environment,Chemicals from the ship believed to be responsible for the deaths ,"Sri Lanka finds 176 dead turtles, 20 dolphins, 5 whales as X-Press Pearl leaks chemicals Chemicals from the ship believed to be responsible for the deaths ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka opposition leader's petition on power tariffs a media stunt: minister,1/9/2024,Economy,Wijesekara said that the cabinet of ministers had decided to reduce electricity tariffs weeks before the petition.,Sri Lanka opposition leader's petition on power tariffs a media stunt: minister Wijesekara said that the cabinet of ministers had decided to reduce electricity tariffs weeks before the petition.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka jet fuel prices highest among major Asian airports: IATA,7/14/2023,Aviation,Asia Pacific lagging in recovery,Sri Lanka jet fuel prices highest among major Asian airports: IATA Asia Pacific lagging in recovery,negative,-1 Temperamental weather forecast for Sri Lanka: Heavy rainfall amid extreme heat,4/8/2021,Weather and Climate,"The sun will continue to shine directly above Sri Lanka till April 14 resulting in extreme heat, even as the rest of the...","Temperamental weather forecast for Sri Lanka: Heavy rainfall amid extreme heat The sun will continue to shine directly above Sri Lanka till April 14 resulting in extreme heat, even as the rest of the...",positive,1 Sri Lanka urges parents to vaccinate children for measles after spreading,1/2/2024,Health,"Though eradicated, measles has reemerged in Sri Lanka last year ","Sri Lanka urges parents to vaccinate children for measles after spreading Though eradicated, measles has reemerged in Sri Lanka last year ",negative,-1 Ragging drives out 2000 students from Sri Lanka state universities: Minister,1/15/2020,Legal,"Over 2,000 students who entered state universities after passing exams have left after entering due to 'ragging' a type ...","Ragging drives out 2000 students from Sri Lanka state universities: Minister Over 2,000 students who entered state universities after passing exams have left after entering due to 'ragging' a type ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka speaker informs President no-confidence has passed,11/17/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's Speaker of Parliament has informed President Maithripala Sirisena that an amended no-confidence motion again...,Sri Lanka speaker informs President no-confidence has passed Sri Lanka's Speaker of Parliament has informed President Maithripala Sirisena that an amended no-confidence motion again...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka coconut prices rise 5.29-pct,2/26/2023,Agriculture,This is the highest average price reached so far in 2023. ,Sri Lanka coconut prices rise 5.29-pct This is the highest average price reached so far in 2023. ,positive,1 Sri Lanka to seek investors for BOT project in Trinco tank farm,1/2/2024,Petroleum,Seeking investors on build-operate-transfer project to rehabilitate nine tanks in upper tank farm in Trinco,Sri Lanka to seek investors for BOT project in Trinco tank farm Seeking investors on build-operate-transfer project to rehabilitate nine tanks in upper tank farm in Trinco,negative,-1 Sri Lanka too poor to lockdown country – Gammanpila,2/16/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka does not have the economic strength to lock down the country because of the emergence of the new Covid 19 vari...,Sri Lanka too poor to lockdown country – Gammanpila Sri Lanka does not have the economic strength to lock down the country because of the emergence of the new Covid 19 vari...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise as Covid-19 cases surge: 19-year old dies,10/27/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's Coronavirus deaths went up with a 19 year old male confirmed with Coronavirus after being admitted to the Na...,Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise as Covid-19 cases surge: 19-year old dies Sri Lanka's Coronavirus deaths went up with a 19 year old male confirmed with Coronavirus after being admitted to the Na...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka should have less state intervention in job market: union boss,3/2/2019,Economy,"The government should not interfere in employment and allow market forces to prevail, an official of a trade union which...","Sri Lanka should have less state intervention in job market: union boss The government should not interfere in employment and allow market forces to prevail, an official of a trade union which...",positive,1 "Global growth shifts to Asia, Sri Lanka an attractive center: JICA president",2/15/2024,Economy,JICA will continue to be a partner in the country’s progress,"Global growth shifts to Asia, Sri Lanka an attractive center: JICA president JICA will continue to be a partner in the country’s progress",positive,1 "Sri Lanka links some turtle deaths to X-Press Pearl fire, whale death probed",6/19/2021,Environment,Some fish coming ashore have also had plastic nurdles (polypropylene granules) that had spilt from the ship.,"Sri Lanka links some turtle deaths to X-Press Pearl fire, whale death probed Some fish coming ashore have also had plastic nurdles (polypropylene granules) that had spilt from the ship.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka has to hike rates, ensure monetary fiscal co-ordination to help rupee: Bellwether",3/10/2022,Bellwether,Monetary fiscal co-ordination comes from an International Monetary Fund ,"Sri Lanka has to hike rates, ensure monetary fiscal co-ordination to help rupee: Bellwether Monetary fiscal co-ordination comes from an International Monetary Fund ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka foreign reserves reach US$3.1bn by Dec 29: CB Governor,12/29/2021,Economy,Says expected remain at that level,Sri Lanka foreign reserves reach US$3.1bn by Dec 29: CB Governor Says expected remain at that level,negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond yields close flat,5/13/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s bond yields were flat Wednesday on moderate trading,Sri Lanka bond yields close flat Sri Lanka’s bond yields were flat Wednesday on moderate trading,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka accepts exchange offers for 37 pct of eligible bonds, 84 pct of pension fund bonds",9/13/2023,Economy,The government will issue new bonds to eligible holders on Thursday September 14.,"Sri Lanka accepts exchange offers for 37 pct of eligible bonds, 84 pct of pension fund bonds The government will issue new bonds to eligible holders on Thursday September 14.",positive,1 SLPP just submit to law if K'gala demolition site found to be royal court: Vidura,7/24/2020,Politics,Sri Lanka's ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) would have to submit to the law if the recently demolished buildin...,SLPP just submit to law if K'gala demolition site found to be royal court: Vidura Sri Lanka's ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) would have to submit to the law if the recently demolished buildin...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka forum to discuss central bank independence vs sound money,5/30/2023,Economy,The discussion will compare the current system against alternative systems ,Sri Lanka forum to discuss central bank independence vs sound money The discussion will compare the current system against alternative systems ,positive,1 Sri Lanka exports up 9.4-pct in June 2021,7/20/2021,Economy,"US, UK, Germany leads","Sri Lanka exports up 9.4-pct in June 2021 US, UK, Germany leads",positive,1 "Sri Lanka stocks close down, driven by banks",1/17/2024,Commodities,Investors continued to avoid banking sector shares and several top bank shares saw selling pressure,"Sri Lanka stocks close down, driven by banks Investors continued to avoid banking sector shares and several top bank shares saw selling pressure",negative,-1 Green Society Act to be presented in P'ment - Mangala,7/10/2019,Uncategorized,A ‘Green Society Act’ will be presented in Parliament to facilitate a bipartisan approach to protecting the environm...,Green Society Act to be presented in P'ment - Mangala A ‘Green Society Act’ will be presented in Parliament to facilitate a bipartisan approach to protecting the environm...,positive,1 Sri Lanka schedules less than 2 hour power cuts using borrowed fuel,4/2/2022,Energy,"Sri Lanka has received a 40,000 metric tonne diesel consignment under a 500 million dollar Indian credit line","Sri Lanka schedules less than 2 hour power cuts using borrowed fuel Sri Lanka has received a 40,000 metric tonne diesel consignment under a 500 million dollar Indian credit line",negative,-1 Dullas wants parliament to discuss new constitution in place of 20A,10/21/2020,Politics,Parliament time being spent debating the divisive 20th amendment to the constitution might be better spent discussing a ...,Dullas wants parliament to discuss new constitution in place of 20A Parliament time being spent debating the divisive 20th amendment to the constitution might be better spent discussing a ...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka has cancelled 216 LCs for 14,000 vehicles after March 2020 import ban: trade group",6/15/2021,Economy,Ban has led to skyrocketing second had car prices,"Sri Lanka has cancelled 216 LCs for 14,000 vehicles after March 2020 import ban: trade group Ban has led to skyrocketing second had car prices",negative,-1 South Asia showcased to frontier market investors in confab backed by Sri Lanka's CAL,10/28/2019,Markets,"Companies and policy makers from Sri Lanka, Pakistan and Bangladesh will come together at an annual conference in Singap...","South Asia showcased to frontier market investors in confab backed by Sri Lanka's CAL Companies and policy makers from Sri Lanka, Pakistan and Bangladesh will come together at an annual conference in Singap...",positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee opens at 298.40/60 to the US dollar,4/15/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields steady,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 298.40/60 to the US dollar Bond yields steady,positive,1 "Gota promises a more ""disciplined society"" in acceptance speech",8/11/2019,Uncategorized,Gotabaya Rajapaksa now the Presidential Candidate for the burgeoning Sri Lanka Podujana Party (SLPP) in his acceptance s...,"Gota promises a more ""disciplined society"" in acceptance speech Gotabaya Rajapaksa now the Presidential Candidate for the burgeoning Sri Lanka Podujana Party (SLPP) in his acceptance s...",positive,1 Sri Lanka to take legal action against owners of New Diamond tanker - MEPA,9/9/2020,Accident,Sri Lanka will file legal action against the owners of the New Diamond supertanker that caught fire in the island’s ma...,Sri Lanka to take legal action against owners of New Diamond tanker - MEPA Sri Lanka will file legal action against the owners of the New Diamond supertanker that caught fire in the island’s ma...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to present IMF deal to parliament: President,2/22/2023,Economy,"The parliament ""will have the option to pass or reject it","Sri Lanka to present IMF deal to parliament: President The parliament ""will have the option to pass or reject it",negative,-1 "Taxes, impairments wipe out Sri Lanka’s Cargills Bank Sept quarter profits",11/9/2018,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Cargills Bank reported net profit slumped to less than a million rupees in the S...,"Taxes, impairments wipe out Sri Lanka’s Cargills Bank Sept quarter profits ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Cargills Bank reported net profit slumped to less than a million rupees in the S...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka ready to join BRI phase two, China FTA to be expedited",11/20/2023,Economy,"China is also prioritising the extension of a China-Myanmar Economic Corridor to the island nation, according to Yiqin.","Sri Lanka ready to join BRI phase two, China FTA to be expedited China is also prioritising the extension of a China-Myanmar Economic Corridor to the island nation, according to Yiqin.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's mid day shares slip on profit taking,7/6/2023,Markets,Sri Lanka's shares edged down in mid day trade on profit taking as the previous sessions gains have boosted confidence,Sri Lanka's mid day shares slip on profit taking Sri Lanka's shares edged down in mid day trade on profit taking as the previous sessions gains have boosted confidence,negative,-1 Sri Lanka president's loyalist Navin Dissanayake appointed provincial governor,6/13/2023,Politics,"“I will bring 20 years of experience to improve the public delivery systems in the province,"" said Dissanayake.","Sri Lanka president's loyalist Navin Dissanayake appointed provincial governor “I will bring 20 years of experience to improve the public delivery systems in the province,"" said Dissanayake.",positive,1 Sri Lanka plans incentives of up to 3.5-pct to spur exports in Coronavirus crisis,9/25/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka is planning incentives of up to 3.5 percent for incremental exports over the next two quarters, which could br...","Sri Lanka plans incentives of up to 3.5-pct to spur exports in Coronavirus crisis Sri Lanka is planning incentives of up to 3.5 percent for incremental exports over the next two quarters, which could br...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,1/11/2023,Economy,The market generated a turnover of 615 million rupees within the first hour of trade.,Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade The market generated a turnover of 615 million rupees within the first hour of trade.,positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, gilt yields up",11/23/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger at 185.10/30 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while gilt yields slightly up i...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, gilt yields up Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger at 185.10/30 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while gilt yields slightly up i...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka banks excluded in DDR plan, pension fund bonds restructured",6/28/2023,Economy,Provident funds to re-structured,"Sri Lanka banks excluded in DDR plan, pension fund bonds restructured Provident funds to re-structured",negative,-1 Sri Lanka issues rules on dollarized payments to tourist hotels,1/25/2022,Economy,Dollars have to be deposited or converted within three days,Sri Lanka issues rules on dollarized payments to tourist hotels Dollars have to be deposited or converted within three days,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's CPC hikes standard petrol, diesel, Sinopec Rs3 lower",2/1/2024,Energy,"Petrol and diesel up Rs5, Octane 95 down 08 and super diesel down 7, kerosene up Rs26","Sri Lanka's CPC hikes standard petrol, diesel, Sinopec Rs3 lower Petrol and diesel up Rs5, Octane 95 down 08 and super diesel down 7, kerosene up Rs26",negative,-1 Karu debunks statement that he is no longer a member of the UNP,8/28/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,Former Speaker Karu Jayasuriya has shot back at the United National Party members who have said that he cannot become th...,Karu debunks statement that he is no longer a member of the UNP Former Speaker Karu Jayasuriya has shot back at the United National Party members who have said that he cannot become th...,negative,-1 Second tremor in Sri Laka's deep south in two weeks; experts unconcerned,9/7/2021,Uncategorized,"The tremor is attributed to an earthquake that occurred in Sumatra, Indonesia.","Second tremor in Sri Laka's deep south in two weeks; experts unconcerned The tremor is attributed to an earthquake that occurred in Sumatra, Indonesia.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka electricity subsidy corrosive, causing power crises",4/16/2019,Economy,"An electricity subsidy is causing power crises in Sri Lanka and gives greater clout to politicians, a World Bank officia...","Sri Lanka electricity subsidy corrosive, causing power crises An electricity subsidy is causing power crises in Sri Lanka and gives greater clout to politicians, a World Bank officia...",positive,1 "Fake news scares, vested interests delaying Sri Lanka govt decision making: Harsha",8/27/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka’s government decision making gets delayed as it has to grapple with vested interests and public agitati...,"Fake news scares, vested interests delaying Sri Lanka govt decision making: Harsha Sri Lanka’s government decision making gets delayed as it has to grapple with vested interests and public agitati...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Covid-19 wave to hit output, more fiscal and monetary support needed: CBSL",5/20/2021,Economy,Steep rise in net credit to government and record fall in net foreign assets to March,"Sri Lanka Covid-19 wave to hit output, more fiscal and monetary support needed: CBSL Steep rise in net credit to government and record fall in net foreign assets to March",negative,-1 Pardon and release Gnanasara Thero - Hizbullah,5/7/2019,Politics,Eastern Province Governor M. L. A. M. Hizbullah yesterday made an open request to President Maithripala Sirisena to pard...,Pardon and release Gnanasara Thero - Hizbullah Eastern Province Governor M. L. A. M. Hizbullah yesterday made an open request to President Maithripala Sirisena to pard...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka lifts floor barrier for bonded warehouses,10/18/2019,Ground,"Sri Lanka's finance minister Mangala Samaraweera proposed to lift the requirement for a minimum 50,000 square feet (abou...","Sri Lanka lifts floor barrier for bonded warehouses Sri Lanka's finance minister Mangala Samaraweera proposed to lift the requirement for a minimum 50,000 square feet (abou...",positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee closes at 328.50/65 to US dollar,11/22/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 328.50/65 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 328.50/65 to US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 328.50/65 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka gets 800,000 free Pfizer vaccines from US for kids",10/2/2021,Health,"'This donation will help Sri Lanka provide safe and effective vaccines, especially to young people with health issues' ","Sri Lanka gets 800,000 free Pfizer vaccines from US for kids 'This donation will help Sri Lanka provide safe and effective vaccines, especially to young people with health issues' ",positive,1 Sri Lanka's Lanka Tiles expect 20-pct revenue drop in 2020,6/1/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's Lanka Tiles Plc, said it expected a 20 percent revenue drop in 2020, and profits as the country recovers fro...","Sri Lanka's Lanka Tiles expect 20-pct revenue drop in 2020 Sri Lanka's Lanka Tiles Plc, said it expected a 20 percent revenue drop in 2020, and profits as the country recovers fro...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka ruling party national list MPs ready to give up seat for Basil Rajapaksa: Kariyawasam,6/28/2021,Politics,Reports suggested SLPP national list MP Prof Ranjith Bandara will vacate his seat to make way for Rajapaksa.,Sri Lanka ruling party national list MPs ready to give up seat for Basil Rajapaksa: Kariyawasam Reports suggested SLPP national list MP Prof Ranjith Bandara will vacate his seat to make way for Rajapaksa.,negative,-1 "IFS plans more investments in Sri Lanka, undeterred by uncertainty",11/9/2018,ICT,"ECONOMYNEXT- IFS, a Swedish ICT company with a majority of software development based in Sri Lanka, is planning major in...","IFS plans more investments in Sri Lanka, undeterred by uncertainty ECONOMYNEXT- IFS, a Swedish ICT company with a majority of software development based in Sri Lanka, is planning major in...",negative,-1 A collective effort needed to ensure energy security in South Asia,12/27/2023,Energy,The global energy crisis is pushing governments to seek alternate power generation sources. ,A collective effort needed to ensure energy security in South Asia The global energy crisis is pushing governments to seek alternate power generation sources. ,positive,1 Singapore based GoodHope's announce Sri Lanka delisting,5/17/2023,Business,A circular to the shareholders with full details of the proposed delisting will be issued shortly ,Singapore based GoodHope's announce Sri Lanka delisting A circular to the shareholders with full details of the proposed delisting will be issued shortly ,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka warned over cyclone off Tamil Nadu, Trinco",11/23/2020,Environment,Sri Lanka's fishermen in the Northern and Eastern seas have been asked to come ashore as 100 kilometres per hour wind ar...,"Sri Lanka warned over cyclone off Tamil Nadu, Trinco Sri Lanka's fishermen in the Northern and Eastern seas have been asked to come ashore as 100 kilometres per hour wind ar...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's HNB net up 2-pct in March 2024 quarter,5/15/2024,Banking,The reported earnings of 12.61 rupees for the quarter,Sri Lanka's HNB net up 2-pct in March 2024 quarter The reported earnings of 12.61 rupees for the quarter,negative,-1 Sri Lanka should privatize SriLankan Airlines fast: Advocata,5/24/2022,Aviation,The national carrier has racked up losses of 372 billion rupees since management control,Sri Lanka should privatize SriLankan Airlines fast: Advocata The national carrier has racked up losses of 372 billion rupees since management control,negative,-1 Sri Lanka diplomats should help keep GSP+ going: Central Bank Governor,6/11/2021,Economy,CB is also working on measures ,Sri Lanka diplomats should help keep GSP+ going: Central Bank Governor CB is also working on measures ,negative,-1 No oil leak from New Diamond supertanker so far: Sri Lanka officials,9/16/2020,Accident,No oil leaks have been detected so far from the MT New Diamond supertanker which caught fire last week in the seas off e...,No oil leak from New Diamond supertanker so far: Sri Lanka officials No oil leaks have been detected so far from the MT New Diamond supertanker which caught fire last week in the seas off e...,negative,-1 AFP’s Sri Lanka photo chief wins international award,5/12/2023,Political News,AFP’s Kabul bureau won the first prize in the breaking news category ,AFP’s Sri Lanka photo chief wins international award AFP’s Kabul bureau won the first prize in the breaking news category ,positive,1 Sri Lanka cabinet not aware of a US$2.5bn loan to CPC: Minister Pathirana,9/28/2021,Petroleum,"""We are not aware of such a thing,"" Co-Cabinet Spokesman Ramesh Pathirana told the weekly cabinet news briefing.","Sri Lanka cabinet not aware of a US$2.5bn loan to CPC: Minister Pathirana ""We are not aware of such a thing,"" Co-Cabinet Spokesman Ramesh Pathirana told the weekly cabinet news briefing.",negative,-1 "Despite strict measures, Sri Lanka's illegal migration continues as crisis takes toll",1/16/2023,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka saw number of boat people increasing over 11 folder last year,"Despite strict measures, Sri Lanka's illegal migration continues as crisis takes toll Sri Lanka saw number of boat people increasing over 11 folder last year",positive,1 Sri Lanka investment agency opens centre in Hambantota port,4/3/2019,Logistics,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Board of Investment (BOI) has set up a ‘one-stop’ service centre at...,Sri Lanka investment agency opens centre in Hambantota port ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Board of Investment (BOI) has set up a ‘one-stop’ service centre at...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka gets ready to raise US$2bn in sovereign bonds,1/18/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers has given the nod to raise up to 2 billion US dollars in sovereign bonds in 2019, State...","Sri Lanka gets ready to raise US$2bn in sovereign bonds Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers has given the nod to raise up to 2 billion US dollars in sovereign bonds in 2019, State...",positive,1 Sri Lanka's Foreign Minister to Singapore for bilateral meeting with leaders ,6/7/2022,International Relations,Peiris visit comes when Sri Lanka is going through its worst economic crisis and is seeking international funding.,Sri Lanka's Foreign Minister to Singapore for bilateral meeting with leaders  Peiris visit comes when Sri Lanka is going through its worst economic crisis and is seeking international funding.,negative,-1 No power cuts this weekend: Sri Lanka power minister,12/23/2023,Energy,Unnecessary planned power interruptions for maintenance on weekends cost CEB large amounts of money for overtime payment,No power cuts this weekend: Sri Lanka power minister Unnecessary planned power interruptions for maintenance on weekends cost CEB large amounts of money for overtime payment,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Expolanka shares jump over 16-pct on expansion plan,11/25/2022,Economy,The shares closed 22.75 rupees up at 163.25 rupees a share on Friday.,Sri Lanka's Expolanka shares jump over 16-pct on expansion plan The shares closed 22.75 rupees up at 163.25 rupees a share on Friday.,negative,-1 "BBS proposals will make it to 'one country, one law' task force: Sri Lanka hardline monk",11/1/2021,Politics,"“We will have to discuss the same things we spoke about as the BBS within this gazette as well and include them""","BBS proposals will make it to 'one country, one law' task force: Sri Lanka hardline monk “We will have to discuss the same things we spoke about as the BBS within this gazette as well and include them""",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka can up exports, workers can get inflation linked wages on small holder model: PA",2/2/2023,Agriculture,.,"Sri Lanka can up exports, workers can get inflation linked wages on small holder model: PA .",negative,-1 ULF may back Sajith,10/12/2019,Politics,The United Left Front is likely to change its stance at the Presidential elections and back the candidacy of Sajith Prem...,ULF may back Sajith The United Left Front is likely to change its stance at the Presidential elections and back the candidacy of Sajith Prem...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka MPs boycott parliament as crisis drags on,11/28/2018,Political News,Allies of Sri Lanka's embattled president Maithripala Sirisena boycotted parliament Tuesday as the country drifted into ...,Sri Lanka MPs boycott parliament as crisis drags on Allies of Sri Lanka's embattled president Maithripala Sirisena boycotted parliament Tuesday as the country drifted into ...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka CB advised Treasury to hike fuel prices, banking sector on brink of collapse: Minister",6/14/2021,Economy,Statists and Keynesians generally label such moves as 'austerity'.,"Sri Lanka CB advised Treasury to hike fuel prices, banking sector on brink of collapse: Minister Statists and Keynesians generally label such moves as 'austerity'.",negative,-1 Daughter in custody over mother's death,4/17/2019,Uncategorized,A young woman is in police custody after her mother was found dead and her father seriously injured yesterday (16) in M...,Daughter in custody over mother's death A young woman is in police custody after her mother was found dead and her father seriously injured yesterday (16) in M...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee closes at 296.75/297.25 to dollar, bond yields steady",5/29/2023,Bonds & Forex,The rupee closed at 296.00 /297.50 to the US dollar on Friday after opening around 302.80/303.10 rupees.,"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 296.75/297.25 to dollar, bond yields steady The rupee closed at 296.00 /297.50 to the US dollar on Friday after opening around 302.80/303.10 rupees.",negative,-1 PSC movie screening nearing its end with PM as protagonist - Rohita,7/29/2019,Politics,The public can catch the final scenes of the film ‘Parliamentary Select Committee’ being screened these days as Prim...,PSC movie screening nearing its end with PM as protagonist - Rohita The public can catch the final scenes of the film ‘Parliamentary Select Committee’ being screened these days as Prim...,negative,-1 CC nod for Acting IGP,5/13/2019,Politics,The Constitutional Council has approved the appointment of Senior DIG C. D. Wickramaratne as Acting Inspector General of...,CC nod for Acting IGP The Constitutional Council has approved the appointment of Senior DIG C. D. Wickramaratne as Acting Inspector General of...,positive,1 Govt to pay compensation to families of deceased migrant workers,11/19/2020,General Industry,"Sri Lanka will pay LKR 500,000 as compensation to the families of each migrant workers who died due to COVID-19 overseas...","Govt to pay compensation to families of deceased migrant workers Sri Lanka will pay LKR 500,000 as compensation to the families of each migrant workers who died due to COVID-19 overseas...",negative,-1 Uber driver released on bail after aggravated assault on passenger,12/6/2019,Crime,An Uber driver who slammed a passenger against his vehicle and left him unconscious on the roadside was bailed out after...,Uber driver released on bail after aggravated assault on passenger An Uber driver who slammed a passenger against his vehicle and left him unconscious on the roadside was bailed out after...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka capital Covid-19 deaths from un-vaccinated, or no booster",2/4/2022,Health,Booster take-up has increased in the past week,"Sri Lanka capital Covid-19 deaths from un-vaccinated, or no booster Booster take-up has increased in the past week",negative,-1 Sumanthiran’s STF guard withdrawn,2/8/2021,Crime,"“No reason to withdraw security has been given to me,” the TNA MP told reporters","Sumanthiran’s STF guard withdrawn “No reason to withdraw security has been given to me,” the TNA MP told reporters",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka president to be common, independent candidate at poll: UNP",3/29/2024,Politics,"""President Wickremesinghe will contest as an independent national candidate on a common platform.""","Sri Lanka president to be common, independent candidate at poll: UNP ""President Wickremesinghe will contest as an independent national candidate on a common platform.""",positive,1 Sri Lanka to relax COVID-19 curfew starting Monday,4/18/2020,Health,"Barring some select areas, the curfew imposed islandwide to contain the COVID-19 pandemic will be relaxed from Monday, A...","Sri Lanka to relax COVID-19 curfew starting Monday Barring some select areas, the curfew imposed islandwide to contain the COVID-19 pandemic will be relaxed from Monday, A...",positive,1 Sri Lanka to make laws to clear state workers from prosecution: PM,11/25/2019,Economy, Sri Lanka will make new laws to clear state workers from the wrongdoing or lapses committed by taking decisions made in...,Sri Lanka to make laws to clear state workers from prosecution: PM Sri Lanka will make new laws to clear state workers from the wrongdoing or lapses committed by taking decisions made in...,negative,-1 Imthiaz appeals to President to create a just society,2/4/2021,Politics,Opposition Member of Parliament Imthiaz Bakeer Markar is urging President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to build a proud and prospe...,Imthiaz appeals to President to create a just society Opposition Member of Parliament Imthiaz Bakeer Markar is urging President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to build a proud and prospe...,positive,1 Sri Lanka warned of Coronavirus in the community as new cases found,5/6/2020,Environment,"Sri Lanka's health minister warned that there may be infected persons in the community who do not show symptoms, while t...","Sri Lanka warned of Coronavirus in the community as new cases found Sri Lanka's health minister warned that there may be infected persons in the community who do not show symptoms, while t...",negative,-1 Free trade zone employees to undergo PCR tests as coworkers test positive for COVID-19,10/14/2020,Health,Employees of several garment factories in Sri Lanka’s free trade zone (FTZ) will undergo PCR tests today after over 50...,Free trade zone employees to undergo PCR tests as coworkers test positive for COVID-19 Employees of several garment factories in Sri Lanka’s free trade zone (FTZ) will undergo PCR tests today after over 50...,negative,-1 US grants fertilizer to currency crisis hit Sri Lanka,12/5/2022,Agriculture,I know that fertilizer alone will not meet all of Sri Lanka’s needs,US grants fertilizer to currency crisis hit Sri Lanka I know that fertilizer alone will not meet all of Sri Lanka’s needs,negative,-1 "Oil prices sink on worries over excess supply, weak demand",11/24/2018,International news,Oil prices slumped Friday to lows not seen since last year as concerns over high crude supplies and uncertain economic g...,"Oil prices sink on worries over excess supply, weak demand Oil prices slumped Friday to lows not seen since last year as concerns over high crude supplies and uncertain economic g...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's Litro Gas sale draws Vitol, Bharat Petro, China Aero among 14 investors",3/15/2024,Economy,"Firms based in Singapore, Malaysia, UAE, Thailand, Sri Lanka ","Sri Lanka's Litro Gas sale draws Vitol, Bharat Petro, China Aero among 14 investors Firms based in Singapore, Malaysia, UAE, Thailand, Sri Lanka ",positive,1 Five students being questioned over alleged ragging incident at J'pura,3/11/2020,Law and Order,Five students of the Sri Jayawardenapura University have been taken in for questioning by the Mirihana Police over the a...,Five students being questioned over alleged ragging incident at J'pura Five students of the Sri Jayawardenapura University have been taken in for questioning by the Mirihana Police over the a...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka industrial activity grows in October on higher food, apparel production",12/13/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's industrial activity had expanded 1.1 percent in October 2019 from a year earlier, the state statistics offic...","Sri Lanka industrial activity grows in October on higher food, apparel production Sri Lanka's industrial activity had expanded 1.1 percent in October 2019 from a year earlier, the state statistics offic...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka shares rise on earning hopes, IMF SDR",8/3/2021,Stocks & Companies,"Sri Lanka stocks rose 0.91 percent up on index heavy weights like Expolanka holdings, LOLC holdings, and Vallible One","Sri Lanka shares rise on earning hopes, IMF SDR Sri Lanka stocks rose 0.91 percent up on index heavy weights like Expolanka holdings, LOLC holdings, and Vallible One",positive,1 "US gives landslide monitoring technology, training to Sri Lanka",12/3/2019,Environment,Sri Lanka's National Building Research Organization (NBRO) has received landslide monitoring instruments and training fr...,"US gives landslide monitoring technology, training to Sri Lanka Sri Lanka's National Building Research Organization (NBRO) has received landslide monitoring instruments and training fr...",positive,1 Sri Lanka exports to fall 36-pct to US$7.5bn in 2020 on Coronavirus economic hit,4/21/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's merchandise exports are projected to fall 36 percent to 7.5 billion US dollars in 2020, with services export...","Sri Lanka exports to fall 36-pct to US$7.5bn in 2020 on Coronavirus economic hit Sri Lanka's merchandise exports are projected to fall 36 percent to 7.5 billion US dollars in 2020, with services export...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka moves to protect Indian Ocean submarine cables,7/18/2021,ICT,Enabling legislation to come,Sri Lanka moves to protect Indian Ocean submarine cables Enabling legislation to come,positive,1 "Sri Lanka to table IMF deal in parliament upon agreement, says president",3/7/2023,Economy,"“We expect Board Approval in the third or fourth week of March,” said Wickremesinghe.","Sri Lanka to table IMF deal in parliament upon agreement, says president “We expect Board Approval in the third or fourth week of March,” said Wickremesinghe.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka CB to pay 38,000 more The Finance depositors from July 02",6/27/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's central bank says 38,000 more depositors will be paid out of deposit insurance fund from July 02.","Sri Lanka CB to pay 38,000 more The Finance depositors from July 02 Sri Lanka's central bank says 38,000 more depositors will be paid out of deposit insurance fund from July 02.",negative,-1 IMF changes credit policy for war-torn countries amid Ukraine war,3/19/2023,Economy, Capacity-to-repay assurances from official bilateral creditors/donors ,IMF changes credit policy for war-torn countries amid Ukraine war Capacity-to-repay assurances from official bilateral creditors/donors ,positive,1 Sri Lanka stocks close lower on profit taking,12/19/2022,Markets,"""The holiday season and the end of the quarter is nearing, so there was profit taking visible in the market.""","Sri Lanka stocks close lower on profit taking ""The holiday season and the end of the quarter is nearing, so there was profit taking visible in the market.""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka appoints scrap disposal committee to boost revenue,9/6/2022,Uncategorized,The cash-strapped country is looking at ways to cut down on state expenditure and boost revenue.,Sri Lanka appoints scrap disposal committee to boost revenue The cash-strapped country is looking at ways to cut down on state expenditure and boost revenue.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's shares slip on profit taking and selling pressure,6/7/2023,Markets,"“The market was gaining in the previous sessions and there is selling and profit taking present today.""","Sri Lanka's shares slip on profit taking and selling pressure “The market was gaining in the previous sessions and there is selling and profit taking present today.""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka has room to cut rates as inflation falls: CB Governor,9/5/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka 12-month inflation is already below 5 percent.,Sri Lanka has room to cut rates as inflation falls: CB Governor Sri Lanka 12-month inflation is already below 5 percent.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's fabric manufacturer sees opporutunity for thicker textiles in Western markets,11/30/2022,Apparel,Colder winters expected in Western markets due to the energy crisis ,Sri Lanka's fabric manufacturer sees opporutunity for thicker textiles in Western markets Colder winters expected in Western markets due to the energy crisis ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka firms with 'sustainable' reporting could draw Australian investment: envoy,3/29/2019,Markets,Sri Lankan companies could attract state and private funds from Australia in the future if they publish reports on envir...,Sri Lanka firms with 'sustainable' reporting could draw Australian investment: envoy Sri Lankan companies could attract state and private funds from Australia in the future if they publish reports on envir...,negative,-1 Mujibur - Maligawatte tragedy happened because of poverty,5/23/2020,Accident,The deaths of three elderly women caused by a stampede during an aid distribution event on Thursday in Colombo central i...,Mujibur - Maligawatte tragedy happened because of poverty The deaths of three elderly women caused by a stampede during an aid distribution event on Thursday in Colombo central i...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka locks down Navy camp, villages after sailor Coronavirus cluster balloons amid testing gap",4/24/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has locked down a Navy camp and home village of a sailor after a surge of infections at a barracks where sailo...,"Sri Lanka locks down Navy camp, villages after sailor Coronavirus cluster balloons amid testing gap Sri Lanka has locked down a Navy camp and home village of a sailor after a surge of infections at a barracks where sailo...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka cautioned on money laundering risks at China-backed Colombo Port City,4/9/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka has to be vigilant against unintended consequences of 'nefarious actors' who may try to mis-use a China-backed...,Sri Lanka cautioned on money laundering risks at China-backed Colombo Port City Sri Lanka has to be vigilant against unintended consequences of 'nefarious actors' who may try to mis-use a China-backed...,negative,-1 IMF urges recapitalization after Sri Lanka DDR busts central bank finances,12/14/2023,Economy,The government needs to advance without delay the modalities of the CBSL recapitalization,IMF urges recapitalization after Sri Lanka DDR busts central bank finances The government needs to advance without delay the modalities of the CBSL recapitalization,negative,-1 Sri Lanka prepares for oil spill as burning X-Press Pearl spews cargo and charred debris,5/26/2021,Health,About half the 278 tonnes of oil on board the container vessel could spill ,Sri Lanka prepares for oil spill as burning X-Press Pearl spews cargo and charred debris About half the 278 tonnes of oil on board the container vessel could spill ,negative,-1 Second Sri Lanka factory under coronavirus cloud - Updated,10/9/2020,Business,A factory in the Katunayake Export Processing Zone is being sanitized and associates of a suspected coronavirus patient ...,Second Sri Lanka factory under coronavirus cloud - Updated A factory in the Katunayake Export Processing Zone is being sanitized and associates of a suspected coronavirus patient ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka planning bad-debt authority for parate execution nod: Justice Minister,2/28/2024,Banking,We believe that there should be an intermediate regulatory authority,Sri Lanka planning bad-debt authority for parate execution nod: Justice Minister We believe that there should be an intermediate regulatory authority,negative,-1 Sri Lanka President to meet creditors,6/14/2023,Economy,President Wickremesinghe will visit UK and France,Sri Lanka President to meet creditors President Wickremesinghe will visit UK and France,positive,1 Sri Lanka income tax revenue sharply higher in first quarter,7/2/2019,Economy,"Although Sri Lanka’s overall government revenue fell in the first quarter of 2019 as imports slowed down, income ...","Sri Lanka income tax revenue sharply higher in first quarter Although Sri Lanka’s overall government revenue fell in the first quarter of 2019 as imports slowed down, income ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to get bumper rice harvest in Maha 2019,5/28/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's rough rice output is expected to hit 2.9 million metric tonnes in the Maha 2019 cultivation season that has ...,Sri Lanka to get bumper rice harvest in Maha 2019 Sri Lanka's rough rice output is expected to hit 2.9 million metric tonnes in the Maha 2019 cultivation season that has ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka expects influx of global twins,1/27/2023,Business,We expect upwards of 4000 participants to arrive in the country for the event,Sri Lanka expects influx of global twins We expect upwards of 4000 participants to arrive in the country for the event,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka import substitution, neo-liberalism, Raul Prebisch in focus",12/15/2020,Economy, Sri Lanka's budget for 2021 based on import substitution and state driven industrialization strategies of Latin America...,"Sri Lanka import substitution, neo-liberalism, Raul Prebisch in focus Sri Lanka's budget for 2021 based on import substitution and state driven industrialization strategies of Latin America...",positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee closes down at 199.75/201 to one week dollar,3/31/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed down at 199.75/201 to the one week US dollar on Wednesday amid continued money printing, whil...","Sri Lanka rupee closes down at 199.75/201 to one week dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed down at 199.75/201 to the one week US dollar on Wednesday amid continued money printing, whil...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 298.50/70 to US dollar,5/9/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Bond yields were broadly steady, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 298.50/70 to US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady, dealers said.",positive,1 Sri Lanka unveils action plan after IMF corruption report,3/1/2024,Fiscal,"Action plan to combat corruption, includes reforms to bribery commission, public tendering, state enterprise governance ","Sri Lanka unveils action plan after IMF corruption report Action plan to combat corruption, includes reforms to bribery commission, public tendering, state enterprise governance ",positive,1 Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank profits down 24-pct; balance sheet contracts,5/15/2019,Banking,Profits at Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank fell 24.6 percent to 2.11 billion rupees in the March 2019 quarter from a year earli...,Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank profits down 24-pct; balance sheet contracts Profits at Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank fell 24.6 percent to 2.11 billion rupees in the March 2019 quarter from a year earli...,negative,-1 Swiss Singapore Overseas wins Sri Lanka coal deal,9/22/2019,Energy,"Swiss Singapore Overseas (Pte) Ltd, a commodity trader, has won a deal to supply 300,000 metric tonnes of coal to Sri La...","Swiss Singapore Overseas wins Sri Lanka coal deal Swiss Singapore Overseas (Pte) Ltd, a commodity trader, has won a deal to supply 300,000 metric tonnes of coal to Sri La...",positive,1 Sri Lanka missed FDIs over delayed project planning by state entities - BOI,8/31/2022,Investment,Sri Lanka's FDI has been around $550 million per year in both 2020 and 2021.,Sri Lanka missed FDIs over delayed project planning by state entities - BOI Sri Lanka's FDI has been around $550 million per year in both 2020 and 2021.,negative,-1 Rush for terrorism insurance in Sri Lanka after bombings,5/2/2019,Finance,Thousands of Sri Lankans have subscribed to terrorism insurance within a week after the Easter Sunday Bombings on April ...,Rush for terrorism insurance in Sri Lanka after bombings Thousands of Sri Lankans have subscribed to terrorism insurance within a week after the Easter Sunday Bombings on April ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka COVID-19 third wave due to people travelling during April holidays: President,6/25/2021,Health,"“Today, we are facing a third wave of coronavirus as a consequence of the people travelling in large groups""","Sri Lanka COVID-19 third wave due to people travelling during April holidays: President “Today, we are facing a third wave of coronavirus as a consequence of the people travelling in large groups""",negative,-1 "Pakistan gets US$3bn IMF deal, after EFF fails in Sri Lanka style forex trouble",6/30/2023,Economy,State Bank of Pakistan busted its reserves and the currency within an IMF program. Sri Lanka did it without.,"Pakistan gets US$3bn IMF deal, after EFF fails in Sri Lanka style forex trouble State Bank of Pakistan busted its reserves and the currency within an IMF program. Sri Lanka did it without.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to lease land from 15 industrial estates targeting regional development,12/14/2021,Business,"“Selected investors are expected to invest Rs. 4,523.34 million and to generate 2477 direct employment opportunities.""","Sri Lanka to lease land from 15 industrial estates targeting regional development “Selected investors are expected to invest Rs. 4,523.34 million and to generate 2477 direct employment opportunities.""",positive,1 "Kandy hotels slash rates, discounts Perahera package to draw tourists to Sri Lanka",8/2/2019,Business,Hotels in Sri Lanka's cultural city Kandy are only half full during the annual 'Esala Perahera' pageant season which run...,"Kandy hotels slash rates, discounts Perahera package to draw tourists to Sri Lanka Hotels in Sri Lanka's cultural city Kandy are only half full during the annual 'Esala Perahera' pageant season which run...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to give Strategic Development Project tax breaks for pharma zone,11/10/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka will provide tax relief under the Strategic Development Project Act for a 400-acre pharmaceutical investment z...,Sri Lanka to give Strategic Development Project tax breaks for pharma zone Sri Lanka will provide tax relief under the Strategic Development Project Act for a 400-acre pharmaceutical investment z...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks end a five day rally on banking sector concerns over domestic debt restructuring,3/21/2023,Markets,"""Market continued to dip,on banking counters as the IMF approval has triggered concerns over domestic debt restructuring","Sri Lanka stocks end a five day rally on banking sector concerns over domestic debt restructuring ""Market continued to dip,on banking counters as the IMF approval has triggered concerns over domestic debt restructuring",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's Mirissa to be named blue flag beach, maritime reserve",4/30/2024,Environment,"Mirissa beach to get blue flag status, which will increase by fivefold the southern province's tourism-based economy","Sri Lanka's Mirissa to be named blue flag beach, maritime reserve Mirissa beach to get blue flag status, which will increase by fivefold the southern province's tourism-based economy",positive,1 Sri Lanka banks say their ISB restructure should be cushioned with SLDB model,1/14/2024,Banking,ISB restructuring is the single largest short-to-medium term issue the industry is having,Sri Lanka banks say their ISB restructure should be cushioned with SLDB model ISB restructuring is the single largest short-to-medium term issue the industry is having,negative,-1 Thirty one foreigners killed in Sunday attacks,4/23/2019,Politics,"Thirty one foreign nationals have been identified as killed at present from the Easter Sunday terrorist attack, the Mini...","Thirty one foreigners killed in Sunday attacks Thirty one foreign nationals have been identified as killed at present from the Easter Sunday terrorist attack, the Mini...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bond yields closed steady, rupee at 320.30/321.30 against the US dollar",4/18/2023,Uncategorized, Sri Lanka’s bond yields were steady at closed on Tuesday while the rupee opened at 320.30/321.30 against the US doll...,"Sri Lanka bond yields closed steady, rupee at 320.30/321.30 against the US dollar  Sri Lanka’s bond yields were steady at closed on Tuesday while the rupee opened at 320.30/321.30 against the US doll...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka lowers 'maize mafia' tax,8/19/2023,Agriculture,The intention is to reduce the cost of animal feed,Sri Lanka lowers 'maize mafia' tax The intention is to reduce the cost of animal feed,negative,-1 Ranil thanks Maha Sangha for keeping the peace,5/9/2019,Politics,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is expressing his gratitude to the Maha Sangha for helping maintain peace in the cou...,Ranil thanks Maha Sangha for keeping the peace Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is expressing his gratitude to the Maha Sangha for helping maintain peace in the cou...,positive,1 Sri Lanka tourist arrivals up 102-pct in Feb led by Russia,3/3/2024,Business,"Russian arrivals were 32,030 just overtaking India at 30,027","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals up 102-pct in Feb led by Russia Russian arrivals were 32,030 just overtaking India at 30,027",positive,1 Sri Lanka's SJB vows to form new alliance amid intense speculation of crossovers,4/10/2023,Politics,"""Today, the UNP has no base. It's the SJB that has a vote base. UNP supporters are with the SJB.""","Sri Lanka's SJB vows to form new alliance amid intense speculation of crossovers ""Today, the UNP has no base. It's the SJB that has a vote base. UNP supporters are with the SJB.""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's stocks edge up in mid day trade,8/16/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade on Wednesday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed. ","Sri Lanka's stocks edge up in mid day trade Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade on Wednesday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed. ",negative,-1 Landmark Supreme Court decision will change environmental litigation,4/4/2019,Uncategorized,The Supreme Court has ordered the payment of compensation of Rs. 20 million to residents whose wells were polluted.,Landmark Supreme Court decision will change environmental litigation The Supreme Court has ordered the payment of compensation of Rs. 20 million to residents whose wells were polluted.,positive,1 Sri Lanka national inflation hits 7.6-pct in Jan 2020,2/25/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka's nation-wide inflation measured by the National Consumer Price Index, speeded up to 7.6 percent in the 12-mo...","Sri Lanka national inflation hits 7.6-pct in Jan 2020 Sri Lanka's nation-wide inflation measured by the National Consumer Price Index, speeded up to 7.6 percent in the 12-mo...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka forex reserves drop US$353mn to US$7.2bn in April,5/8/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's foreign reserves have dropped 353 million US dollars to 7,179 million US dollars, official data show, after ...","Sri Lanka forex reserves drop US$353mn to US$7.2bn in April Sri Lanka's foreign reserves have dropped 353 million US dollars to 7,179 million US dollars, official data show, after ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka invites Japan to invest in dedicated investment zones, ports",7/29/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka is located at a strategic juncture along the sea lanes of the Indian Ocean ,"Sri Lanka invites Japan to invest in dedicated investment zones, ports Sri Lanka is located at a strategic juncture along the sea lanes of the Indian Ocean ",positive,1 Sri Lanka bond yields steady in mid-day trade,4/17/2023,Bonds & Forex,The rupee opened at 320/320.30 to the US dollar in the spot market unchanged,Sri Lanka bond yields steady in mid-day trade The rupee opened at 320/320.30 to the US dollar in the spot market unchanged,positive,1 Central bank cuts Sri Lanka 3-month deposit rate 1.7-pct under new price controls,6/28/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka's central bank on Friday ordered a cut of 1.71 percent on 3-month deposits under its controversial price contr...,Central bank cuts Sri Lanka 3-month deposit rate 1.7-pct under new price controls Sri Lanka's central bank on Friday ordered a cut of 1.71 percent on 3-month deposits under its controversial price contr...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stocks close up, consumer durables and apparel push turnover",4/9/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was at 2.5 billion. Banks (Rs570mn) and Consumer Durables and Apparel (Rs469mn) brought in the most value.,"Sri Lanka stocks close up, consumer durables and apparel push turnover Turnover was at 2.5 billion. Banks (Rs570mn) and Consumer Durables and Apparel (Rs469mn) brought in the most value.",positive,1 Sri Lanka reaches staff level deal with IMF,3/1/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka has reached a staff level agreement with the International Monetary Fund to extend an existing agreement and c...,Sri Lanka reaches staff level deal with IMF Sri Lanka has reached a staff level agreement with the International Monetary Fund to extend an existing agreement and c...,positive,1 Canada PM's wife tests positive for new coronavirus,3/13/2020,International news,"The wife of Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has tested positive for the new coronavirus, his office said late Thu...","Canada PM's wife tests positive for new coronavirus The wife of Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has tested positive for the new coronavirus, his office said late Thu...",negative,-1 Shakthika granted bail; indictment awaits,8/5/2019,Uncategorized,"After over four months in remand custody, fiction writer Shakthika Sathkumara was granted bail by the Kurunegala High Co...","Shakthika granted bail; indictment awaits After over four months in remand custody, fiction writer Shakthika Sathkumara was granted bail by the Kurunegala High Co...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka foreign ministry suspends consular services in Colombo,3/16/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka's foreign ministry said it had suspended all services provided by the consular affairs division until March 20...,Sri Lanka foreign ministry suspends consular services in Colombo Sri Lanka's foreign ministry said it had suspended all services provided by the consular affairs division until March 20...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka 12-month Treasury yield edges up to 11.24-pct,12/12/2018,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasury bill yield edged up 04 basis points to 11.24 percent at an auction Wednesday...,Sri Lanka 12-month Treasury yield edges up to 11.24-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasury bill yield edged up 04 basis points to 11.24 percent at an auction Wednesday...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka banks, Thomas Cook, win currency exchange franchises at airport",3/24/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka has awarded three-year franchises to operate foreign currency exchange couners at the main airport in the coun...,"Sri Lanka banks, Thomas Cook, win currency exchange franchises at airport Sri Lanka has awarded three-year franchises to operate foreign currency exchange couners at the main airport in the coun...",positive,1 Japan gives bikes to Sri Lanka schoolchildren,4/2/2024,Education,Japan has donated 517 bicycles to rural schoolchildren in Sri Lanka Through ChildFund,Japan gives bikes to Sri Lanka schoolchildren Japan has donated 517 bicycles to rural schoolchildren in Sri Lanka Through ChildFund,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks down 1.1-pct amid record Rs23bn turnover,2/1/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks fell 1.17 percent on Monday with with buyers trimming credit funded positions and taking profits, w...","Sri Lanka stocks down 1.1-pct amid record Rs23bn turnover Sri Lanka’s stocks fell 1.17 percent on Monday with with buyers trimming credit funded positions and taking profits, w...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka opposition calls for arrested actor-turned-protestor's release,9/8/2022,Politics,"Premadasa retorted: ""What I stand for is not decided by the Rajapaksas.""","Sri Lanka opposition calls for arrested actor-turned-protestor's release Premadasa retorted: ""What I stand for is not decided by the Rajapaksas.""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka ruling party concerned egg attack on Marxist leader attempt to discredit govt,2/1/2022,Politics,"""We thoroughly condemn the act. Sri Lanka is a democratic country, where people have freedom of speech.""","Sri Lanka ruling party concerned egg attack on Marxist leader attempt to discredit govt ""We thoroughly condemn the act. Sri Lanka is a democratic country, where people have freedom of speech.""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to allocate Rs 30 bn for teachers' pay hike to be paid in one go,11/12/2021,Education,"“This is in addition to the current allocation of over 109,000 million rupees on teachers' and principals' salaries.""","Sri Lanka to allocate Rs 30 bn for teachers' pay hike to be paid in one go “This is in addition to the current allocation of over 109,000 million rupees on teachers' and principals' salaries.""",negative,-1 SLFP “deeply disappointed” over Cabinet positions – Prof Rohana Luxman,8/17/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,The Sri Lanka Freedom party (SLFP) is “deeply unhappy” over the treatment given to it by the governing Sri Lanka Pod...,SLFP “deeply disappointed” over Cabinet positions – Prof Rohana Luxman The Sri Lanka Freedom party (SLFP) is “deeply unhappy” over the treatment given to it by the governing Sri Lanka Pod...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka President to block intelligence officers from Parliamentary probe,6/7/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has said that no serving intelligence officials would be allowed to testify b...,Sri Lanka President to block intelligence officers from Parliamentary probe Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has said that no serving intelligence officials would be allowed to testify b...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka study finds public preference for authoritarianism,3/15/2024,Parliament,CPA survey has found that 1 in 10 Sri Lankans show a preference for authoritarianism,Sri Lanka study finds public preference for authoritarianism CPA survey has found that 1 in 10 Sri Lankans show a preference for authoritarianism,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka President says DDR matter for parliament, not legal action",8/4/2023,Economy,We cannot take orders or instructions from anyone else,"Sri Lanka President says DDR matter for parliament, not legal action We cannot take orders or instructions from anyone else",negative,-1 Sri Lanka cinnamon farmers GI-certified with IFC support,1/17/2024,Agriculture,The IFC recognized the first batch of Geographical Indication (GI) certified Ceylon Cinnamon growers in the country,Sri Lanka cinnamon farmers GI-certified with IFC support The IFC recognized the first batch of Geographical Indication (GI) certified Ceylon Cinnamon growers in the country,positive,1 "Sri Lanka sells Rs40bn in bills in first auction, CB bill stock Rs738bn",1/7/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka sold 40 billion rupees of Treasury bills at pre-determined yields at an 'auction' with central bank already ho...,"Sri Lanka sells Rs40bn in bills in first auction, CB bill stock Rs738bn Sri Lanka sold 40 billion rupees of Treasury bills at pre-determined yields at an 'auction' with central bank already ho...",negative,-1 LankaPay launches anti-financial scam campaign to ensure safe digital transactions ,9/8/2023,Crime,Sri Lanka has seen increase number of financial frauds in the recent past - officials ,LankaPay launches anti-financial scam campaign to ensure safe digital transactions  Sri Lanka has seen increase number of financial frauds in the recent past - officials ,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Financial Intelligence Unit, Excise Dept unite to fight money laundering",2/16/2024,Crime,"Financial Intelligence Unit, Central Bank of Sri Lanka enters into MoU with Excise Dept","Sri Lanka Financial Intelligence Unit, Excise Dept unite to fight money laundering Financial Intelligence Unit, Central Bank of Sri Lanka enters into MoU with Excise Dept",negative,-1 Sri Lanka forex reserves down US$164mn in Aug,9/8/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka has repaid a swap to Bangladesh,Sri Lanka forex reserves down US$164mn in Aug Sri Lanka has repaid a swap to Bangladesh,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's state-sanctioned 'agitation site' in wrong place: top defence official,9/26/2022,Defence,The agitation site is located in a recently declared high security zone,Sri Lanka's state-sanctioned 'agitation site' in wrong place: top defence official The agitation site is located in a recently declared high security zone,negative,-1 Curfew lifted tomorrow in 19 districts except high-risk areas,4/15/2020,Law and Order,"Curfews are lifted at 6 am tomorrow in all districts of the country except for the districts of Colombo, Gampaha, Kaluta...","Curfew lifted tomorrow in 19 districts except high-risk areas Curfews are lifted at 6 am tomorrow in all districts of the country except for the districts of Colombo, Gampaha, Kaluta...",positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 201.00/201.40 to the one week US dollar,4/6/2021,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted weaker at 201.00/201.40 to the one week US dollar on Tuesday while gilt yields were flat on ...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 201.00/201.40 to the one week US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted weaker at 201.00/201.40 to the one week US dollar on Tuesday while gilt yields were flat on ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka bike mounted police learning to shoot from the seat,4/17/2024,Crime,"Team being trained to take aim while riding, IGP says","Sri Lanka bike mounted police learning to shoot from the seat Team being trained to take aim while riding, IGP says",positive,1 Sri Lanka midnight tax drama takes new turn with price controllers policing sugar stocks,11/10/2023,Consumer Affairs,Sugar tax comes after Sri Lanka authorities missed IMF revenue target,Sri Lanka midnight tax drama takes new turn with price controllers policing sugar stocks Sugar tax comes after Sri Lanka authorities missed IMF revenue target,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka keen on rupee at 200 to US dollar, using influence on market: CB",6/16/2021,Economy,Several measures being taken to bolster the rupee,"Sri Lanka keen on rupee at 200 to US dollar, using influence on market: CB Several measures being taken to bolster the rupee",positive,1 Sri Lanka to lend US$2.5bn to US and top-rated borrowers in 2023 under IMF deal: analysis,3/24/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka is to get around US$663mn from the IMF in 2023,Sri Lanka to lend US$2.5bn to US and top-rated borrowers in 2023 under IMF deal: analysis Sri Lanka is to get around US$663mn from the IMF in 2023,negative,-1 Fall army moth repellent LED researched in Sri Lanka by Japan's Tosslec,6/13/2019,ICT,"Kyoto, Japan based Tosslec Company Ltd is developing an agricultural light at its unit in Sri Lanka to repel the adult o...","Fall army moth repellent LED researched in Sri Lanka by Japan's Tosslec Kyoto, Japan based Tosslec Company Ltd is developing an agricultural light at its unit in Sri Lanka to repel the adult o...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka raises Rs.87.5 bln via T-bills; yields fall,8/3/2022,Bonds & Forex,Most primary dealers bid for three-month T-bills ,Sri Lanka raises Rs.87.5 bln via T-bills; yields fall Most primary dealers bid for three-month T-bills ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee closes at 301.50/302.00 to the US dollar,4/18/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were broadly steady.,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 301.50/302.00 to the US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady.,positive,1 "Petrochina, Swiss Singapore win Sri Lanka petrol, diesel contracts",2/6/2020,Energy,"Petrochina International (Singapore) Pte Ltd, and Swiss Singapore International have won contracts to supply petrol and ...","Petrochina, Swiss Singapore win Sri Lanka petrol, diesel contracts Petrochina International (Singapore) Pte Ltd, and Swiss Singapore International have won contracts to supply petrol and ...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee, bond yields stable at close",6/17/2019,Bonds & Forex,The Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at 176.75/85 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Monday while bond yields ...,"Sri Lanka rupee, bond yields stable at close The Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at 176.75/85 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Monday while bond yields ...",positive,1 Sri Lanka economic conditions does not require IMF bailout: Minister Cabraal,12/17/2020,Economy,"Current economic conditions in Sri Lanka does not require an International Monetary Fund bailout, State Minister for Mon...","Sri Lanka economic conditions does not require IMF bailout: Minister Cabraal Current economic conditions in Sri Lanka does not require an International Monetary Fund bailout, State Minister for Mon...",negative,-1 UNHRC 30/1 resolution saved our soldiers- Mangala,2/20/2020,Human Rights,MP Mangala Samaraweera said that it was the UNHRC 30/1 resolution that stopped international investigations against the ...,UNHRC 30/1 resolution saved our soldiers- Mangala MP Mangala Samaraweera said that it was the UNHRC 30/1 resolution that stopped international investigations against the ...,negative,-1 "NASA heading back to Moon soon, and this time to stay",2/15/2019,International news,"NASA is accelerating plans to return Americans to the Moon, and this time, the US space agency says it will be there to ...","NASA heading back to Moon soon, and this time to stay NASA is accelerating plans to return Americans to the Moon, and this time, the US space agency says it will be there to ...",positive,1 WHO chief to help Sri Lanka secure more AstraZeneca: President Rajapaksa,5/7/2021,Health,"Tedros will “make effort to fulfill Sri Lanka’s need” for the doses, the president said.","WHO chief to help Sri Lanka secure more AstraZeneca: President Rajapaksa Tedros will “make effort to fulfill Sri Lanka’s need” for the doses, the president said.",positive,1 Sri Lanka does not align itself with India or China: President,9/19/2023,International Relations,"Sri Lanka is open to collaboration with any global partners willing to respect its autonomy, the president said.","Sri Lanka does not align itself with India or China: President Sri Lanka is open to collaboration with any global partners willing to respect its autonomy, the president said.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Airlines to lose Rs34bn in 2020, loses Rs9bn in two months",7/16/2020,Aviation,State-run SriLankan Airlines (SLA) has lost 48.7 million US dollars (about 9 billion rupees) in April and May 2020 and i...,"Sri Lanka Airlines to lose Rs34bn in 2020, loses Rs9bn in two months State-run SriLankan Airlines (SLA) has lost 48.7 million US dollars (about 9 billion rupees) in April and May 2020 and i...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly weaker, stocks up",10/11/2023,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were largely unchanged,"Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly weaker, stocks up Bond yields were largely unchanged",negative,-1 SriLankan Airlines loses Rs36.3bn up to Aug 2020,11/20/2020,Aviation,"SriLankan Airlines has lost 36.38 billion rupees up to August 2020, amid a Coronavirus crises that hit all carriers, aga...","SriLankan Airlines loses Rs36.3bn up to Aug 2020 SriLankan Airlines has lost 36.38 billion rupees up to August 2020, amid a Coronavirus crises that hit all carriers, aga...",negative,-1 "IORA Biz Conclave in Sri Lanka to focus on Blue Economy, SMEs",5/27/2024,Business,Innovative financial approaches and private sector leadership are essential for a sustainable future,"IORA Biz Conclave in Sri Lanka to focus on Blue Economy, SMEs Innovative financial approaches and private sector leadership are essential for a sustainable future",positive,1 IMF commends Sri Lanka’s progress in economic reforms,1/13/2024,Debt Restructuring,"""You’re collecting the revenue that’s needed to address the cause of the crisis""","IMF commends Sri Lanka’s progress in economic reforms ""You’re collecting the revenue that’s needed to address the cause of the crisis""",positive,1 Sri Lanka to manufacture 100 railway passenger coaches with private participation,2/2/2021,Transport,"Sri Lanka will manufacture 100 railway coaches locally with private sector participation to meet existing demands, the G...","Sri Lanka to manufacture 100 railway passenger coaches with private participation Sri Lanka will manufacture 100 railway coaches locally with private sector participation to meet existing demands, the G...",positive,1 Sri Lanka says wheat flour prices not hiked,11/15/2019,Agriculture,"The retail price of wheat flour in Sri Lanka has not been hiked, and the Consumer Affairs Authority has not given approv...","Sri Lanka says wheat flour prices not hiked The retail price of wheat flour in Sri Lanka has not been hiked, and the Consumer Affairs Authority has not given approv...",positive,1 Sri Lanka stocks end 0.18-pct lower,8/29/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks ended 0.18 percent lower, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.18-pct lower Sri Lanka stocks ended 0.18 percent lower, provisional data showed.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka will continue repatriation but at a slower pace – Foreign Secy,1/4/2021,Health,Sri Lanka will continue the repatriation of Sri Lankans abroad at a slow pace due to the capacity of the quarantine cent...,Sri Lanka will continue repatriation but at a slower pace – Foreign Secy Sri Lanka will continue the repatriation of Sri Lankans abroad at a slow pace due to the capacity of the quarantine cent...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 199.90 levels with no offers,5/21/2021,Bonds & Forex,Short tenor maturities in the secondary market edged up.,Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 199.90 levels with no offers Short tenor maturities in the secondary market edged up.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka sets new single-day COVID-19 vaccination record with 300,000+ jabs",7/14/2021,Health,Sri Lanka’s vaccine rollout is continuing in 243 vaccination centres in 20 districts around the island.,"Sri Lanka sets new single-day COVID-19 vaccination record with 300,000+ jabs Sri Lanka’s vaccine rollout is continuing in 243 vaccination centres in 20 districts around the island.",positive,1 Sri Lanka collects 34 containers of debris from stricken X-Press Pearl,6/3/2021,Logistics,Police assistance sought to find consignees and more details of cargo,Sri Lanka collects 34 containers of debris from stricken X-Press Pearl Police assistance sought to find consignees and more details of cargo,negative,-1 Sri Lanka UNP candidate decision in a few days: Sajith,9/11/2019,Political News,A decision on a presidential candidate of the United National Party will be made in the 'next few days' aspirant Sajith...,Sri Lanka UNP candidate decision in a few days: Sajith A decision on a presidential candidate of the United National Party will be made in the 'next few days' aspirant Sajith...,negative,-1 "132 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 5,170",10/15/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 132 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (15), the...","132 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 5,170 Sri Lankan health officials identified 132 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (15), the...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Tea exports to Ukraine drops 55-pct from Jan-May 2022,7/3/2022,Tea,Exports to Russia and Turkey too have dropped steeply ,Sri Lanka's Tea exports to Ukraine drops 55-pct from Jan-May 2022 Exports to Russia and Turkey too have dropped steeply ,negative,-1 More jobs for Sri Lankans in South Korea: Korean Labor Minister,9/15/2023,Employment,Amendments in the South Korean EPS system will result in more foreign recruitments from Sri Lanka ,More jobs for Sri Lankans in South Korea: Korean Labor Minister Amendments in the South Korean EPS system will result in more foreign recruitments from Sri Lanka ,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka usable reserves below Rs50mn, IMF deal six months away: Sabry",5/4/2022,Economy,Debt advisors in two weeks,"Sri Lanka usable reserves below Rs50mn, IMF deal six months away: Sabry Debt advisors in two weeks",negative,-1 "One million Covishield doses to arrive in Sri Lanka in March, April as promised: SPC",3/8/2021,Health,Serum Institute of India (SII) will deliver one million doses of the AstraZeneca Covishield vaccine this month and the n...,"One million Covishield doses to arrive in Sri Lanka in March, April as promised: SPC Serum Institute of India (SII) will deliver one million doses of the AstraZeneca Covishield vaccine this month and the n...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's Colombo port ranked 22 in world, 1 in South Asia",6/3/2022,Logistics,In the next 2 to 5 years the two terminals will add 7 million TEUS in capacity,"Sri Lanka's Colombo port ranked 22 in world, 1 in South Asia In the next 2 to 5 years the two terminals will add 7 million TEUS in capacity",positive,1 Cabinet must take over Sri Lanka's COVID-19 management: former PM Wickremesinghe,5/10/2021,Health,"“We’re at a decisive juncture,"" he said","Cabinet must take over Sri Lanka's COVID-19 management: former PM Wickremesinghe “We’re at a decisive juncture,"" he said",positive,1 "Sri Lanka strongly expects to sign up US$3.0 FDI in 2024, with China refinery",5/12/2024,Economy,"Sri Lanka elections, high tax rates are challenges","Sri Lanka strongly expects to sign up US$3.0 FDI in 2024, with China refinery Sri Lanka elections, high tax rates are challenges",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka in drug shortages, due to price controls, forex crisis, NMRA delays",3/3/2022,Economy,NMRA delaying re-registration and registration of drugs,"Sri Lanka in drug shortages, due to price controls, forex crisis, NMRA delays NMRA delaying re-registration and registration of drugs",negative,-1 Silent protest held in Colombo over threat to religious freedom,4/19/2019,Politics,Several hundred people staged a silent protest calling for the freedom of worship in Sri Lanka near the Methodist Church...,Silent protest held in Colombo over threat to religious freedom Several hundred people staged a silent protest calling for the freedom of worship in Sri Lanka near the Methodist Church...,negative,-1 "Vietnam gets 2mn Moderna vaccines from Biden, second AstraZeneca million from Japan",7/7/2021,Vietnam News,Vietnam gets first delivery of 31mn Pfizer doses,"Vietnam gets 2mn Moderna vaccines from Biden, second AstraZeneca million from Japan Vietnam gets first delivery of 31mn Pfizer doses",negative,-1 Sri Lanka 12-month Treasuries yields fall 6-bp,3/19/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields fell across maturities with 12-month bills falling 06 basis points to 10.52 percent at Tuesd...,Sri Lanka 12-month Treasuries yields fall 6-bp Sri Lanka Treasuries yields fell across maturities with 12-month bills falling 06 basis points to 10.52 percent at Tuesd...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Senior Citizens' incomes will take a hit as interest rates set to fall steeply - Economi...,6/18/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka’s hundreds of thousands of Senior Citizens who have invested their lives’ savings in Fixed Deposits and ar...,Sri Lanka's Senior Citizens' incomes will take a hit as interest rates set to fall steeply - Economi... Sri Lanka’s hundreds of thousands of Senior Citizens who have invested their lives’ savings in Fixed Deposits and ar...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka central bank not yet trippled Zimbabwe style quasi-fiscal facility,6/12/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank has not yet tripled a re-finance (printed money) facility to 150 billion rupees (about 800 mill...,Sri Lanka central bank not yet trippled Zimbabwe style quasi-fiscal facility Sri Lanka's central bank has not yet tripled a re-finance (printed money) facility to 150 billion rupees (about 800 mill...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bonds dull, rupee steady",1/7/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened around 182.60/90 to the US dollars in the spot market Monday, around the same level as Friday's...","Sri Lanka bonds dull, rupee steady Sri Lanka's rupee opened around 182.60/90 to the US dollars in the spot market Monday, around the same level as Friday's...",negative,-1 "Vietnam's Vinfast unveils electric vehicles, expects to ship from 2022",11/21/2021,Economy,"Vinfast unveiled a crossover and SUV, VFe35 and VFe36","Vietnam's Vinfast unveils electric vehicles, expects to ship from 2022 Vinfast unveiled a crossover and SUV, VFe35 and VFe36",positive,1 "Sri Lanka 2020 budget deficit projected at 7.9-pct of GDP, 2019 gap re-stated up",11/16/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has re-stated a budget deficit for 2019 an already published number of 6.8 percent of gross domestic product t...,"Sri Lanka 2020 budget deficit projected at 7.9-pct of GDP, 2019 gap re-stated up Sri Lanka has re-stated a budget deficit for 2019 an already published number of 6.8 percent of gross domestic product t...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka SJB meets diplomats, denies govt claims of attempting to influence IMF",3/23/2023,Economy,"“We too have a right to hold talks with embassies and activate the election process,” said Premadasa.","Sri Lanka SJB meets diplomats, denies govt claims of attempting to influence IMF “We too have a right to hold talks with embassies and activate the election process,” said Premadasa.",positive,1 Australia's Different to double size with Sri Lankan hires,4/16/2019,ICT,"'Different', an Australian tech company with a property development app, is looking to double its team with Sri Lankan e...","Australia's Different to double size with Sri Lankan hires 'Different', an Australian tech company with a property development app, is looking to double its team with Sri Lankan e...",negative,-1 Aryasinha assumes duties as Sri Lanka’s envoy in Washington,12/7/2020,International Relations,"Sri Lanka’s Ambassador to the United States Ravinatha Aryasinha assumed duties on Friday, December 4, from his officia...","Aryasinha assumes duties as Sri Lanka’s envoy in Washington Sri Lanka’s Ambassador to the United States Ravinatha Aryasinha assumed duties on Friday, December 4, from his officia...",positive,1 Sri Lanka to end emission testing duopoly,5/9/2024,Transport,State organizations like the Sri Lanka Transport Board can also do emission testing,Sri Lanka to end emission testing duopoly State organizations like the Sri Lanka Transport Board can also do emission testing,positive,1 Gnanasara Thero's Nomination rejected,3/19/2020,Politics,Election officials have rejected the nomination papers of firebrand Buddhist Monk Galagoda Aththe Gnanasara who was plan...,Gnanasara Thero's Nomination rejected Election officials have rejected the nomination papers of firebrand Buddhist Monk Galagoda Aththe Gnanasara who was plan...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly weaker, gilt yields stable",10/22/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 181.75/85 to the US dollar on Tuesday slightly weaker by five cents, while bond yields...","Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly weaker, gilt yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 181.75/85 to the US dollar on Tuesday slightly weaker by five cents, while bond yields...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's First Capital Holdings profits lower,8/17/2021,Bonds & Forex,2020 profits boosted by rate cuts,Sri Lanka's First Capital Holdings profits lower 2020 profits boosted by rate cuts,negative,-1 Assassinated Sri Lanka editor's daughter seeks UN investigation,1/8/2021,Legal,The daughter of slain editor Lasantha Wickrematunge has petitioned the United Nations asking it to investigate his assas...,Assassinated Sri Lanka editor's daughter seeks UN investigation The daughter of slain editor Lasantha Wickrematunge has petitioned the United Nations asking it to investigate his assas...,negative,-1 Army looking for suspected military member who ignored communal violence,5/15/2019,Uncategorized,The Army is seeking the public's assistance in tracking down an individual in uniform who allegedly turned a blind eye t...,Army looking for suspected military member who ignored communal violence The Army is seeking the public's assistance in tracking down an individual in uniform who allegedly turned a blind eye t...,negative,-1 CID to take over the investigation into the Police shooting case in Angulana,7/17/2020,Human Rights,Police Have arrested 14 people who staged a protest outside the Angulana Police station yesterday July 16 and allegedly ...,CID to take over the investigation into the Police shooting case in Angulana Police Have arrested 14 people who staged a protest outside the Angulana Police station yesterday July 16 and allegedly ...,negative,-1 Kelaniya Uni closed to stop student protests against Private Campus – IUSF,5/31/2019,Education,The Inter University Students’ Federation (IUSF) is saying that the authorities closed the Kelaniya University in orde...,Kelaniya Uni closed to stop student protests against Private Campus – IUSF The Inter University Students’ Federation (IUSF) is saying that the authorities closed the Kelaniya University in orde...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Kandy city to get new US$5.2mn 5-star hotel,10/9/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's investment promotion agency has approved building of a five-star hotel in the central hill country city of K...,Sri Lanka's Kandy city to get new US$5.2mn 5-star hotel Sri Lanka's investment promotion agency has approved building of a five-star hotel in the central hill country city of K...,positive,1 "World Bank, ADB, AIIB to work together on financing Sri Lanka",5/23/2022,Economy,All three institutions are adopting a co-ordinated approach to sustain basic services and livelihoods,"World Bank, ADB, AIIB to work together on financing Sri Lanka All three institutions are adopting a co-ordinated approach to sustain basic services and livelihoods",positive,1 Ravi Wijeratne offers to buy Sri Lanka's MTD Walkers,9/9/2019,Markets,"MTD Walkers Plc, a troubled construction group said Colombo-based businessman Ravi Wjeratne had made an offer to buy out...","Ravi Wijeratne offers to buy Sri Lanka's MTD Walkers MTD Walkers Plc, a troubled construction group said Colombo-based businessman Ravi Wjeratne had made an offer to buy out...",negative,-1 Beached whales in Panadura “may be seriously injured” - MEPA,11/2/2020,Animal Rights,The several dozen large marine mammals who have been beached off Panadura today are short-finned Pilot Whales and may be...,Beached whales in Panadura “may be seriously injured” - MEPA The several dozen large marine mammals who have been beached off Panadura today are short-finned Pilot Whales and may be...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka seeks forex loans amid attempts to boost reserves,9/1/2021,Economy,Proposals in US$50mn equivalent tranches,Sri Lanka seeks forex loans amid attempts to boost reserves Proposals in US$50mn equivalent tranches,negative,-1 "Brick export market promising, Sri Lanka ceramic industry told",11/26/2019,Business,Sri Lankan ceramic exporters have been told the export market for bricks in industrialised countries is very promising w...,"Brick export market promising, Sri Lanka ceramic industry told Sri Lankan ceramic exporters have been told the export market for bricks in industrialised countries is very promising w...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka stocks close marginally down, turnover at Rs2bn",5/7/2024,Stocks & Companies,"Most bank shares closed down, as well as several index heavyweights","Sri Lanka stocks close marginally down, turnover at Rs2bn Most bank shares closed down, as well as several index heavyweights",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's central bank buys US$87.5mn amid weak credit,7/15/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's central bank had bought 87.5 million US dollars from banks in June to stop the rupee appreciating and mainta...,Sri Lanka's central bank buys US$87.5mn amid weak credit Sri Lanka's central bank had bought 87.5 million US dollars from banks in June to stop the rupee appreciating and mainta...,negative,-1 "X-Press Pearl fire orgin is still a mystery, Sri Lanka official says",5/28/2021,Logistics,Actually this (leaking container) was on deck. The fire started in the Number 02 hold,"X-Press Pearl fire orgin is still a mystery, Sri Lanka official says Actually this (leaking container) was on deck. The fire started in the Number 02 hold",negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s Renuka Agri Foods back in profit as nut prices fall,2/11/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Renuka Agri Foods, a Sri Lankan manufacturer of coconut-based food and beverage products, swung back into ...","Sri Lanka’s Renuka Agri Foods back in profit as nut prices fall ECONOMYNEXT - Renuka Agri Foods, a Sri Lankan manufacturer of coconut-based food and beverage products, swung back into ...",negative,-1 Fifteen dead in Kalmunai clash,4/27/2019,Uncategorized,"Combined Army, Special Task Force and Police teams are continuing search operations in the Kalmunai area where 15 people...","Fifteen dead in Kalmunai clash Combined Army, Special Task Force and Police teams are continuing search operations in the Kalmunai area where 15 people...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's BOI approves floating LNG unit in Hambantota,8/24/2020,Energy,Sri Lanka's Board of Investment said it had signed a 97.2 million dollar agreement allowing setting up of floating liqu...,Sri Lanka's BOI approves floating LNG unit in Hambantota Sri Lanka's Board of Investment said it had signed a 97.2 million dollar agreement allowing setting up of floating liqu...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka doctors' association threatens action against private medical universities,3/20/2024,Education,"""The government is again trying to create a major problem in the country,"" he said.","Sri Lanka doctors' association threatens action against private medical universities ""The government is again trying to create a major problem in the country,"" he said.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka central bank buys US$1,046mn since ACU credits ran out: analysis",5/1/2023,Economy,Net purchases after rate hikes and so-called balance of payments surpluses started from the last quarter of 2022.,"Sri Lanka central bank buys US$1,046mn since ACU credits ran out: analysis Net purchases after rate hikes and so-called balance of payments surpluses started from the last quarter of 2022.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka should start fund to bring back stranded workers: legislator,1/5/2021,Business,"Sri Lanka should start a fund to bring back stranded foreign workers, as some are reportedly being forced into prostitut...","Sri Lanka should start fund to bring back stranded workers: legislator Sri Lanka should start a fund to bring back stranded foreign workers, as some are reportedly being forced into prostitut...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks close 0.07-pct lower,6/14/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.07 percent lower on selling interest in Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka, Car...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.07-pct lower ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.07 percent lower on selling interest in Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka, Car...",negative,-1 Japan firm to build US$8.4mn boutique hotel in Sri Lanka's Ahungalla,7/9/2019,Business,"Wakana (Pvt) Ltd, promoted by a Japan based investment group, will build an 8.4 million US dollar boutique hotel in Ahun...","Japan firm to build US$8.4mn boutique hotel in Sri Lanka's Ahungalla Wakana (Pvt) Ltd, promoted by a Japan based investment group, will build an 8.4 million US dollar boutique hotel in Ahun...",positive,1 Sri Lanka’s electricity consumption down 20% after tariff hike - regulator,4/1/2023,Energy,Sri Lanka’s electricity prices have more than doubled in the last 12 months ,Sri Lanka’s electricity consumption down 20% after tariff hike - regulator Sri Lanka’s electricity prices have more than doubled in the last 12 months ,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka forex market activity down, spot dollar quoted wide",3/17/2023,Bonds & Forex,"The rupee closed around 337/344 to the US dollar Thursday, with activity also down","Sri Lanka forex market activity down, spot dollar quoted wide The rupee closed around 337/344 to the US dollar Thursday, with activity also down",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's SJB no longer enamoured of IMF, promises new govt in three moons",5/8/2023,Politics,"“Remember, in three Poya days’ time, this government will go home.""","Sri Lanka's SJB no longer enamoured of IMF, promises new govt in three moons “Remember, in three Poya days’ time, this government will go home.""",positive,1 Western Province isolated as of midnight tonight on President’s orders – Army Chief,11/11/2020,Health,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordered that all entrances and exits from the Western Province be closed from midnight ...,Western Province isolated as of midnight tonight on President’s orders – Army Chief President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordered that all entrances and exits from the Western Province be closed from midnight ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka President prorogues parliament,12/13/2021,Political News,"Parliament had been prorogued from the December 12, until 1000 am on January 18","Sri Lanka President prorogues parliament Parliament had been prorogued from the December 12, until 1000 am on January 18",negative,-1 Sri Lanka President's party loses three members to Ranil,12/18/2018,Political News,Three members of President Maithripala Sirisena's party crossed over to Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe's side on Tu...,Sri Lanka President's party loses three members to Ranil Three members of President Maithripala Sirisena's party crossed over to Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe's side on Tu...,negative,-1 American Chamber in Sri Lanka calls for swift settlement to political crisis,12/5/2018,Political News,The American Chamber of Commerce has called for a swift settlement to a political crisis in Sri Lanka.,American Chamber in Sri Lanka calls for swift settlement to political crisis The American Chamber of Commerce has called for a swift settlement to a political crisis in Sri Lanka.,positive,1 "China will help Sri Lanka overcome economic, COVID challenges: Chinese Speaker",9/2/2021,Health,China’s assurance comes as the island nation is struggling to face mounting challenges on epidemic and economic fronts...,"China will help Sri Lanka overcome economic, COVID challenges: Chinese Speaker China’s assurance comes as the island nation is struggling to face mounting challenges on epidemic and economic fronts...",positive,1 Sri Lanka bond yields end steady,12/7/2021,Bonds & Forex,66bn bills auction on Wednesday ,Sri Lanka bond yields end steady 66bn bills auction on Wednesday ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka attracts US$86mn deposits into Coronavirus accounts,7/11/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's special foreign exchange deposit accounts with an open call to resident and non-resident individuals as the ...,Sri Lanka attracts US$86mn deposits into Coronavirus accounts Sri Lanka's special foreign exchange deposit accounts with an open call to resident and non-resident individuals as the ...,negative,-1 Sakvithi out on bail,6/10/2019,Uncategorized,"After nine long years in remand custody, alleged fraudster Chandana Weerakumara alias Sakvithi Ranasinghe is out on bail...","Sakvithi out on bail After nine long years in remand custody, alleged fraudster Chandana Weerakumara alias Sakvithi Ranasinghe is out on bail...",negative,-1 "Moody's downgrades Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon to 'b3', Sampath, HNB under watch",4/20/2020,Banking,Moody's Investors Services has downgrade Bank of Ceylon's rating to 'b3' from 'b2' and placed the bank along with Hatton...,"Moody's downgrades Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon to 'b3', Sampath, HNB under watch Moody's Investors Services has downgrade Bank of Ceylon's rating to 'b3' from 'b2' and placed the bank along with Hatton...",negative,-1 Desperate Sri Lankans seek risky foreign jobs amid tough IMF reforms,5/24/2024,Economic Crisis,"Around 700,000 Sri Lankans have left the country for foreign jobs legally in 27 months through March 2024 ","Desperate Sri Lankans seek risky foreign jobs amid tough IMF reforms Around 700,000 Sri Lankans have left the country for foreign jobs legally in 27 months through March 2024 ",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka mulls changes to electric car, carbon taxes",3/31/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is open to amending carbon taxes and import duties on electric vehicles, ministers have said.","Sri Lanka mulls changes to electric car, carbon taxes Sri Lanka is open to amending carbon taxes and import duties on electric vehicles, ministers have said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Health Minister declares no more community spread of COVID 19,5/21/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s Health Minister is declaring that for the past three weeks no COVID 19 positive cases have been reported f...,Sri Lanka Health Minister declares no more community spread of COVID 19 Sri Lanka’s Health Minister is declaring that for the past three weeks no COVID 19 positive cases have been reported f...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka GDP to grow 4.1-pct in 2021: ADB,4/29/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka’s challenging macroeconomic situation will likely moderate growth in 2022,Sri Lanka GDP to grow 4.1-pct in 2021: ADB Sri Lanka’s challenging macroeconomic situation will likely moderate growth in 2022,positive,1 Sri Lanka's monthly tourism revenue hits highest since February 2020,2/10/2024,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka tourism is recovering from zero after COVID-19 and violence following an economic crisis,Sri Lanka's monthly tourism revenue hits highest since February 2020 Sri Lanka tourism is recovering from zero after COVID-19 and violence following an economic crisis,negative,-1 Sri Lanka shares steady in mid-day trade,11/14/2022,Markets,Market is moving on thin volumes,Sri Lanka shares steady in mid-day trade Market is moving on thin volumes,negative,-1 Sri Lanka still in Forbes’s ranking of top 100 safest countries during Covid,9/7/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has slipped down seven places in Forbes’s ranking of the safest countries on earth during the Covid pandemic...,Sri Lanka still in Forbes’s ranking of top 100 safest countries during Covid Sri Lanka has slipped down seven places in Forbes’s ranking of the safest countries on earth during the Covid pandemic...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks fall at open after dizzying rally,7/30/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks fell 0.9 in the first hour of trading, taking a breather after dizzying gains made in recent d...","Sri Lanka stocks fall at open after dizzying rally Sri Lanka’s stocks fell 0.9 in the first hour of trading, taking a breather after dizzying gains made in recent d...",negative,-1 River for Jaffna project to supply water to Sri Lanka's north,11/9/2023,Agriculture,"Government to revisit 'River for Jaffna' project proposed by engineer decades ago, and in the pipeline for years","River for Jaffna project to supply water to Sri Lanka's north Government to revisit 'River for Jaffna' project proposed by engineer decades ago, and in the pipeline for years",negative,-1 Sri Lanka president sacks parliament after power struggle: minister,11/9/2018,Political News,President Maithripala Sirisena sacked Sri Lanka's parliament Friday hours after his party announced he did not have a ma...,Sri Lanka president sacks parliament after power struggle: minister President Maithripala Sirisena sacked Sri Lanka's parliament Friday hours after his party announced he did not have a ma...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka CPC laying US$41mn pipeline to halve oil unloading time,12/5/2021,Energy,Existing pipeline is 45 to 75 years old and takes about 96 hours to unload a shipment,Sri Lanka CPC laying US$41mn pipeline to halve oil unloading time Existing pipeline is 45 to 75 years old and takes about 96 hours to unload a shipment,negative,-1 Top ex-Hong Kong oficial jailed for Belt and Road linked bribery,3/26/2019,International news,Hong Kong's former home affairs secretary Patrick Ho Chi Ping was jailed for three years Monday for a scheme to bribe Af...,Top ex-Hong Kong oficial jailed for Belt and Road linked bribery Hong Kong's former home affairs secretary Patrick Ho Chi Ping was jailed for three years Monday for a scheme to bribe Af...,negative,-1 No plan to enforce countrywide curfew – Director-General Information,10/5/2020,Health,"The government has no plan and no need to enforce a countrywide curfew, the Director-General of Government Information N...","No plan to enforce countrywide curfew – Director-General Information The government has no plan and no need to enforce a countrywide curfew, the Director-General of Government Information N...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's proposed anti-corruption bill has failed to encourage whistleblowers - TISL,4/12/2023,Corruption,The new bill is expected to be brought to parliament and enacted by June this year.,Sri Lanka's proposed anti-corruption bill has failed to encourage whistleblowers - TISL The new bill is expected to be brought to parliament and enacted by June this year.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker at 197.00/198.00 in the one-week forward market,3/12/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 197.00/198.00 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forward market on Friday whil...,Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker at 197.00/198.00 in the one-week forward market Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 197.00/198.00 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forward market on Friday whil...,negative,-1 "UNP still searching for Ranil’s replacement, Karu’s offer shot down",8/26/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,"The United National Party (UNP) will meet next week to decide on a new leader for the country’s Grand Old Party, party...","UNP still searching for Ranil’s replacement, Karu’s offer shot down The United National Party (UNP) will meet next week to decide on a new leader for the country’s Grand Old Party, party...",negative,-1 "Democratic rights, economic concerns will decide this election: NPP candidate Dr Nihal Abeysinghe",7/30/2020,Politics,Sri Lankan voters are faced with an important choice in the run-up to the upcoming parliamentary polls and must prioriti...,"Democratic rights, economic concerns will decide this election: NPP candidate Dr Nihal Abeysinghe Sri Lankan voters are faced with an important choice in the run-up to the upcoming parliamentary polls and must prioriti...",positive,1 Sri Lanka-Myanmar explore the establishment of direct air connectivity,8/10/2020,Aviation,"Sri Lanka is in talks with Myanmar Airways International (MAI), a private carrier based in Myanmar to establish direct a...","Sri Lanka-Myanmar explore the establishment of direct air connectivity Sri Lanka is in talks with Myanmar Airways International (MAI), a private carrier based in Myanmar to establish direct a...",positive,1 Ultra-Nationalist Propaganda And Running Effective Governance,1/1/2020,Opinion,The government has faced severe backlash after the Finance Ministry announced the first Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) ...,Ultra-Nationalist Propaganda And Running Effective Governance The government has faced severe backlash after the Finance Ministry announced the first Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka CB buys 2025 bonds at 29.0-pct to target yield curve,1/4/2023,Bonds & Forex,January 2025 bonds bought at a yield as low as 30.50-pct,Sri Lanka CB buys 2025 bonds at 29.0-pct to target yield curve January 2025 bonds bought at a yield as low as 30.50-pct,negative,-1 Sri Lanka looking to accelerate vaccination as fears of a delta surge loom,6/23/2021,Health,"However, research in the UK is pointing to some concerning cases of resistance to vaccines.","Sri Lanka looking to accelerate vaccination as fears of a delta surge loom However, research in the UK is pointing to some concerning cases of resistance to vaccines.",negative,-1 Stakeholders in Sri Lanka's IMF programme recognise need for reform: top IMF official,5/17/2023,Economy,"“You’ll have various stakeholders and they’ll have different views. That’s to be expected,” he said.","Stakeholders in Sri Lanka's IMF programme recognise need for reform: top IMF official “You’ll have various stakeholders and they’ll have different views. That’s to be expected,” he said.",positive,1 Candidate Monk complains to CaFFE over fake FB post,10/15/2019,PresPoll2020,Presidential Candidate Battaramulle Seelarathana Thero has informed the Campaign for Free and Fair Election (CaFFE) yest...,Candidate Monk complains to CaFFE over fake FB post Presidential Candidate Battaramulle Seelarathana Thero has informed the Campaign for Free and Fair Election (CaFFE) yest...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka prisoners earn cash from work programs,3/24/2024,Legal,A part of their earnings are credited to a bank account,Sri Lanka prisoners earn cash from work programs A part of their earnings are credited to a bank account,negative,-1 Sri Lanka invites capable companies to supply aviation fuel,6/26/2022,Energy,SriLankan Airlines to import Jet-A1 directly,Sri Lanka invites capable companies to supply aviation fuel SriLankan Airlines to import Jet-A1 directly,positive,1 Sri Lanka prints Rs113bn in November 2021 maintaining forex shortages,1/3/2022,Economy,"Private credit grew 60 billion in November, up from 35 billion in October","Sri Lanka prints Rs113bn in November 2021 maintaining forex shortages Private credit grew 60 billion in November, up from 35 billion in October",negative,-1 Sri Lanka orders quarantine for Royal-Thomian revellers,3/18/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s health authorities have ordered revellers at the Royal – Thomian “Big Match” to immediately isolate ...,Sri Lanka orders quarantine for Royal-Thomian revellers Sri Lanka’s health authorities have ordered revellers at the Royal – Thomian “Big Match” to immediately isolate ...,negative,-1 Citibank Sri Lanka 'AAA(lka)' rating confirmed with zero bad loans,10/4/2019,Banking,"Fitch Ratings has confirmed an 'AAA(lka)' given to Sri Lanka's Citibank branch, which has zero bad loans from 2009.","Citibank Sri Lanka 'AAA(lka)' rating confirmed with zero bad loans Fitch Ratings has confirmed an 'AAA(lka)' given to Sri Lanka's Citibank branch, which has zero bad loans from 2009.",positive,1 Sri Lanka stocks close down on thin volumes,1/11/2024,Commodities,"Turnover was at 668 million. Most of this came from trades in the food, beverage and tobacco industry (145mn).","Sri Lanka stocks close down on thin volumes Turnover was at 668 million. Most of this came from trades in the food, beverage and tobacco industry (145mn).",negative,-1 Sri Lanka ramping up random testing for Covid 19 - officials,8/18/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka is ramping up random testing for Covid 19 with 37,000 random PCR tests planned in August countrywide, official...","Sri Lanka ramping up random testing for Covid 19 - officials Sri Lanka is ramping up random testing for Covid 19 with 37,000 random PCR tests planned in August countrywide, official...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka CB committed to ending interest controls ASAP: IMF report,12/13/2023,Banking,The CBSL is committed to eliminating the interest rate caps as soon as possible,Sri Lanka CB committed to ending interest controls ASAP: IMF report The CBSL is committed to eliminating the interest rate caps as soon as possible,negative,-1 Sajith's manifesto: JO sees treachery in problematic wording,11/4/2019,PresPoll2020,JO MP Mahinda Samarasinghe claimed today that presidential hopeful Sajith Premadasa has not used the term ‘unitary sta...,Sajith's manifesto: JO sees treachery in problematic wording JO MP Mahinda Samarasinghe claimed today that presidential hopeful Sajith Premadasa has not used the term ‘unitary sta...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka President, PM point fingers over abolition drama",9/22/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has said a last ditch attempt to abolish the presidency last week was a joke,...","Sri Lanka President, PM point fingers over abolition drama Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has said a last ditch attempt to abolish the presidency last week was a joke,...",negative,-1 Human Rights complaint against CID travel ban,12/27/2019,Human Rights,A senior police officer from the Criminal Investigation Department has lodged a complaint at the Human Rights Council of...,Human Rights complaint against CID travel ban A senior police officer from the Criminal Investigation Department has lodged a complaint at the Human Rights Council of...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to Coronavirus test high risk groups closing big gap, Covid-19 count 665",5/1/2020,Environment,Sri Lanka is widening Coronavirus tests to several high risk groups who do not show symptoms while doctors treating pati...,"Sri Lanka to Coronavirus test high risk groups closing big gap, Covid-19 count 665 Sri Lanka is widening Coronavirus tests to several high risk groups who do not show symptoms while doctors treating pati...",negative,-1 Dananjaya suspended from bowling over illegal action: ICC,12/10/2018,Culture,"Dubai, United Arab Emirates | AFP | Monday - Sri Lanka off-spinner Akila Dananjaya has been suspended from bowling in in...","Dananjaya suspended from bowling over illegal action: ICC Dubai, United Arab Emirates | AFP | Monday - Sri Lanka off-spinner Akila Dananjaya has been suspended from bowling in in...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's key monsoon suppressed so far in 2019,7/11/2019,Environment,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's South West monsoon has been suppressed so far in 2019 amid a mild El Niño effect related to...,Sri Lanka's key monsoon suppressed so far in 2019 ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's South West monsoon has been suppressed so far in 2019 amid a mild El Niño effect related to...,negative,-1 "List of outlets delivering food, medicines in Sri Lanka during COVID-19 curfew",3/27/2020,Health,With the COVID-19 outbreak showing no signs of relenting and the government-imposed curfew continuing indefinitely in th...,"List of outlets delivering food, medicines in Sri Lanka during COVID-19 curfew With the COVID-19 outbreak showing no signs of relenting and the government-imposed curfew continuing indefinitely in th...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka creates ministry of technology and investment promotion,6/10/2022,Political News,"Port City, BoI, immigration in the ministry","Sri Lanka creates ministry of technology and investment promotion Port City, BoI, immigration in the ministry",positive,1 Sri Lanka to give 66 acres of state land for export aloe vera products,8/31/2021,Business,Says will invest US$783mn,Sri Lanka to give 66 acres of state land for export aloe vera products Says will invest US$783mn,negative,-1 All Easter Sunday attackers dead or in custody-Acting IGP,5/7/2019,Uncategorized,Acting Police Chief Chandana Wickramaratne is saying that the police have been able to identify those directly responsib...,All Easter Sunday attackers dead or in custody-Acting IGP Acting Police Chief Chandana Wickramaratne is saying that the police have been able to identify those directly responsib...,negative,-1 Six new governors appointed by President Rajapaksa,11/21/2019,Politics,"Six new governors were appointed by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa this morning (21 Nov), the presidential secretariat sai...","Six new governors appointed by President Rajapaksa Six new governors were appointed by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa this morning (21 Nov), the presidential secretariat sai...",positive,1 Sri Lanka converts Treasury overdrafts with state banks to bonds,1/10/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has cut Treasury overdrafts from state-banks by a lump sum administrative issue of at least 248 billion rupees...,Sri Lanka converts Treasury overdrafts with state banks to bonds Sri Lanka has cut Treasury overdrafts from state-banks by a lump sum administrative issue of at least 248 billion rupees...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka labour supply to shrink, female workers can fill gap",2/14/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's supply of labour will reduce over the next few decades which will lead to slower growth, but getting more fe...","Sri Lanka labour supply to shrink, female workers can fill gap Sri Lanka's supply of labour will reduce over the next few decades which will lead to slower growth, but getting more fe...",negative,-1 "SJB govt will remove 18 pct VAT on fertiliser, other agriculture inputs: SJB",2/12/2024,Agriculture,"""An SJB government will definitely introduce a new price formula that's fair by both the farmer and the consumer.""","SJB govt will remove 18 pct VAT on fertiliser, other agriculture inputs: SJB ""An SJB government will definitely introduce a new price formula that's fair by both the farmer and the consumer.""",positive,1 Sri Lanka lawmaking dangerous without judicial review: Kiriella,9/8/2022,Bonds & Forex,In the future when we amend the constitution we have to bring back judicial review,Sri Lanka lawmaking dangerous without judicial review: Kiriella In the future when we amend the constitution we have to bring back judicial review,positive,1 Sri Lanka presidential probe on gas explosions contradicts previous official claims,12/22/2021,Consumer Affairs,"""The cylinders, regulators, stoves, and other equipment have remained unchanged.""","Sri Lanka presidential probe on gas explosions contradicts previous official claims ""The cylinders, regulators, stoves, and other equipment have remained unchanged.""",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields gain",2/6/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 181.40/45 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields gain Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 181.40/45 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields...",negative,-1 COVID-19 vaccine mix-and-match can exceed performance of NMRA vaccines: Nature,10/23/2021,Health,Sri Lanka on Friday (22) decided the booster dose program will start from first week of November.,COVID-19 vaccine mix-and-match can exceed performance of NMRA vaccines: Nature Sri Lanka on Friday (22) decided the booster dose program will start from first week of November.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka talks with IMF extremely urgent: EU delegation,4/8/2022,Economy,.,Sri Lanka talks with IMF extremely urgent: EU delegation .,positive,1 "Sri Lanka stocks close up, Crissworld trades above issue price",5/18/2021,Markets,"Chrissworld Ltd, a logistics solution provider at its debut trade above issue price.","Sri Lanka stocks close up, Crissworld trades above issue price Chrissworld Ltd, a logistics solution provider at its debut trade above issue price.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka ruling party calls for all-party govt; main opposition sceptical,8/2/2022,Politics,"""Rather than wait for their leader to become president, we invite all parties to unite under one plan.""","Sri Lanka ruling party calls for all-party govt; main opposition sceptical ""Rather than wait for their leader to become president, we invite all parties to unite under one plan.""",positive,1 "Sri Lanka stocks close down, Ceylinco boosts turnover",1/16/2024,Commodities,Ceylinco Insurance Plc transaction contributed 767mn to the day's turnover of 1.5 billion.,"Sri Lanka stocks close down, Ceylinco boosts turnover Ceylinco Insurance Plc transaction contributed 767mn to the day's turnover of 1.5 billion.",positive,1 The Killing Machines - Poaching and Its Devastating Impact on Sri Lanka’s Wildlife,8/29/2020,Environment,There is a certain pride and poise to the old poacher as he poses with his homemade gun assembled from a steering rod of...,The Killing Machines - Poaching and Its Devastating Impact on Sri Lanka’s Wildlife There is a certain pride and poise to the old poacher as he poses with his homemade gun assembled from a steering rod of...,positive,1 President's manifesto included in national policy framework,12/5/2019,Politics,The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to include President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s manifesto “Vistas of Pros...,President's manifesto included in national policy framework The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to include President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s manifesto “Vistas of Pros...,positive,1 Sri Lanka’s stocks open marginally high on Tuesday,9/26/2023,Commodities,Sri Lanka shares were picking up slightly in trading on Tuesday morning.,Sri Lanka’s stocks open marginally high on Tuesday Sri Lanka shares were picking up slightly in trading on Tuesday morning.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to set up rehabilitation bureau for 'addicts, militants, extremists'",8/23/2022,Legal,"It is expected to oversee treatment, rehabilitation, post-protection and related activities.","Sri Lanka to set up rehabilitation bureau for 'addicts, militants, extremists' It is expected to oversee treatment, rehabilitation, post-protection and related activities.",positive,1 Sri Lanka’s state-run Litro raises LPG price for third straight month,11/4/2023,Energy,Widely used 12.5 kg gas cylinder price was raised by 95 rupees. ,Sri Lanka’s state-run Litro raises LPG price for third straight month Widely used 12.5 kg gas cylinder price was raised by 95 rupees. ,negative,-1 20A draft not perfect; any mistakes can be ironed out at committee stage: Gammanpila,9/10/2020,Politics,The draft 20th amendment to Sri Lanka’s constitution is not perfect and any mistakes can be ironed out at the committe...,20A draft not perfect; any mistakes can be ironed out at committee stage: Gammanpila The draft 20th amendment to Sri Lanka’s constitution is not perfect and any mistakes can be ironed out at the committe...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka holds talks on CEB restructure; ADB, WB, USAID, JICA discuss assistance",3/11/2023,Economy,"A roadmap and timeline will be submitted to the cabinet of ministers on the matter, said Wijesekara.","Sri Lanka holds talks on CEB restructure; ADB, WB, USAID, JICA discuss assistance A roadmap and timeline will be submitted to the cabinet of ministers on the matter, said Wijesekara.",positive,1 Women continue to lag behind in employment,4/2/2019,Politics,Educated women still lag behind in the work force the latest surveys show. ,Women continue to lag behind in employment Educated women still lag behind in the work force the latest surveys show. ,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka can negotiate with lenders, deal with debt: Mahinda Rajapaksa",10/15/2019,Economy,Any future administration headed by presidential candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa can deal with Sri Lanka's debt by talking...,"Sri Lanka can negotiate with lenders, deal with debt: Mahinda Rajapaksa Any future administration headed by presidential candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa can deal with Sri Lanka's debt by talking...",positive,1 President blames Human Rights activists for Easter attacks,4/26/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena took a swipe at “Human Rights” activists today saying they were responsible for the â...,President blames Human Rights activists for Easter attacks President Maithripala Sirisena took a swipe at “Human Rights” activists today saying they were responsible for the â...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka hotels hit as Coronavirus wave crashes wedding season,5/4/2021,Business,Some hotels are operating as Covid treatment centres,Sri Lanka hotels hit as Coronavirus wave crashes wedding season Some hotels are operating as Covid treatment centres,negative,-1 Uninterrupted power in 2023 will cost Sri Lanka's CEB Rs 56.90 cents per unit: minister,12/5/2022,Economy,Wijesekara did not provide a breakdown of this unit cost.,Uninterrupted power in 2023 will cost Sri Lanka's CEB Rs 56.90 cents per unit: minister Wijesekara did not provide a breakdown of this unit cost.,negative,-1 Plan International closes operations in Sri Lanka,12/13/2019,Uncategorized,"Plan International a non-governmental organization(NGO), is closing its operations in Sri Lanka after four decades of ac...","Plan International closes operations in Sri Lanka Plan International a non-governmental organization(NGO), is closing its operations in Sri Lanka after four decades of ac...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka worst crisis could be biggest blessing,7/3/2022,Miscellaneous,"Empty streets reduce emissions, lack of chemical fertilizer promotes organic food","Sri Lanka worst crisis could be biggest blessing Empty streets reduce emissions, lack of chemical fertilizer promotes organic food",negative,-1 College of Community Physicians recommends staggered exit strategy for COVID-19-struck Sri Lanka,4/16/2020,Health,"In a comprehensive exit strategy formulated for Sri Lanka from the ongoing COVID-19 lockdown, the College of Community P...","College of Community Physicians recommends staggered exit strategy for COVID-19-struck Sri Lanka In a comprehensive exit strategy formulated for Sri Lanka from the ongoing COVID-19 lockdown, the College of Community P...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka raises 149.5 bln via bonds; most from 2027,1/12/2023,Bonds & Forex,.,Sri Lanka raises 149.5 bln via bonds; most from 2027 .,negative,-1 Police after motorcyclists who shot drug running ambulance in Sri Lanka,2/7/2022,Crime,The driver who was smuggling drugs and the ambulance assistant who acted as an accomplice were also arrested.,Police after motorcyclists who shot drug running ambulance in Sri Lanka The driver who was smuggling drugs and the ambulance assistant who acted as an accomplice were also arrested.,negative,-1 Indian fishermen caught fishing in Sri Lankan waters,6/27/2019,Uncategorized,The Navy has apprehended four Indians who were allegedly engaged in illegal fishing in Sri Lankan territorial waters yes...,Indian fishermen caught fishing in Sri Lankan waters The Navy has apprehended four Indians who were allegedly engaged in illegal fishing in Sri Lankan territorial waters yes...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka FDI slows to US$528mn up to Sept 2020,2/21/2021,Economy,Foreign direct investments to Sri Lanka has fallen to 528 million US dollars up to the third quarter of 2020 down from 7...,Sri Lanka FDI slows to US$528mn up to Sept 2020 Foreign direct investments to Sri Lanka has fallen to 528 million US dollars up to the third quarter of 2020 down from 7...,negative,-1 AG directs CID to name intel officer Lalith Rajapaksa a suspect in Keith Noyahr case,7/10/2019,Uncategorized,Attorney General Dappula De Livera has directed the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to name Army Intelligence of...,AG directs CID to name intel officer Lalith Rajapaksa a suspect in Keith Noyahr case Attorney General Dappula De Livera has directed the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to name Army Intelligence of...,negative,-1 Security Council working well - President,5/8/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena is saying that he has changed the structure of the Security Council and as a result the a...,Security Council working well - President President Maithripala Sirisena is saying that he has changed the structure of the Security Council and as a result the a...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka protestors to vacate Galle Face, withdraw writ petitions",8/10/2022,Politics,"""Many have told us to accept the victory that ex-President Gotabaya Rajapaksa left and move on.""","Sri Lanka protestors to vacate Galle Face, withdraw writ petitions ""Many have told us to accept the victory that ex-President Gotabaya Rajapaksa left and move on.""",positive,1 Sri Lanka's Treasury Bill yields continue fall across maturities,7/17/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Treasury bills yields continued to fall across maturities for the third week at Wednesdayâ€...,Sri Lanka's Treasury Bill yields continue fall across maturities ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Treasury bills yields continued to fall across maturities for the third week at Wednesdayâ€...,negative,-1 Museums and other local attractions to open to domestic tourists from July,6/26/2020,Health,Giving a fillip to domestic tourism the Cultural Ministry has decided to re-open all the Museums and other attractions r...,Museums and other local attractions to open to domestic tourists from July Giving a fillip to domestic tourism the Cultural Ministry has decided to re-open all the Museums and other attractions r...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Wayamba Uni tech faculty deal goes to Sathuta Builders,7/26/2020,Business,A contract to build the Faculty of Technology at Sri Lanka's Wayamba University has been awarded the Sathuta Builders (P...,Sri Lanka Wayamba Uni tech faculty deal goes to Sathuta Builders A contract to build the Faculty of Technology at Sri Lanka's Wayamba University has been awarded the Sathuta Builders (P...,negative,-1 SLFP will ensure Gota gets a two-thirds majority - Sirisena,12/11/2019,Politics,The Sri Lanka Freedom Party will do its utmost to ensure that President Gotabaya Rajapaksa will obtain a two-thirds majo...,SLFP will ensure Gota gets a two-thirds majority - Sirisena The Sri Lanka Freedom Party will do its utmost to ensure that President Gotabaya Rajapaksa will obtain a two-thirds majo...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka discussing extra land, water, for Chinese oil refinery",4/19/2024,Energy,"Discussions with China's Sinopec to give extra land, assure water supplies after company decided to expand capacity","Sri Lanka discussing extra land, water, for Chinese oil refinery Discussions with China's Sinopec to give extra land, assure water supplies after company decided to expand capacity",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Global Housing to build Rs6.5bn hotel residency in Hikkaduwa,2/2/2022,Business,Plans to complete within 36 months,Sri Lanka's Global Housing to build Rs6.5bn hotel residency in Hikkaduwa Plans to complete within 36 months,positive,1 "Sri Lanka finance minister extols virtues of food import bans, domestic drugs",8/8/2021,Economy,Controlling imports of 16 foods was a key strategy of Saubagya Dekma,"Sri Lanka finance minister extols virtues of food import bans, domestic drugs Controlling imports of 16 foods was a key strategy of Saubagya Dekma",positive,1 Sri Lanka revises up April tourist arrivals amid visa crisis,5/4/2024,Business,"Data released up to April 28, initially showed lower tourism numbers","Sri Lanka revises up April tourist arrivals amid visa crisis Data released up to April 28, initially showed lower tourism numbers",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Treasury bond and bill yields down, rupee steady",1/11/2023,Bonds & Forex,On January 11 the central bank injected 90 billion rupees to banks which were short of liquidity.,"Sri Lanka Treasury bond and bill yields down, rupee steady On January 11 the central bank injected 90 billion rupees to banks which were short of liquidity.",negative,-1 State Engineering land for Manning Market; Civil Defence Force to assist,11/12/2020,Economy,The government is looking to allocate land owned by the State Engineering Corporation for the proposed relocation of the...,State Engineering land for Manning Market; Civil Defence Force to assist The government is looking to allocate land owned by the State Engineering Corporation for the proposed relocation of the...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka factory production recovery gathers pace,7/15/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s factory production recovery gathered momentum in June with services also recovering fro...,Sri Lanka factory production recovery gathers pace ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s factory production recovery gathered momentum in June with services also recovering fro...,positive,1 Sri Lanka stocks slip over 1-pct in mid-day trade on overall uncertainity in the market,7/4/2022,Markets,Investors expect a policy rate hike on July 07,Sri Lanka stocks slip over 1-pct in mid-day trade on overall uncertainity in the market Investors expect a policy rate hike on July 07,negative,-1 Sri Lanka president makes key appointments to election and human rights commissions,6/29/2023,Politics,"Lalith Dehideniya, a former Supreme court judge, has been appointed as the Chairman of the Human Rights Commission","Sri Lanka president makes key appointments to election and human rights commissions Lalith Dehideniya, a former Supreme court judge, has been appointed as the Chairman of the Human Rights Commission",positive,1 Sri Lanka continuing payments to multilateral creditors: Minister,8/23/2022,Economy,"""For now, we are continuing the repayments to the world bank, IMF and the ADB.""","Sri Lanka continuing payments to multilateral creditors: Minister ""For now, we are continuing the repayments to the world bank, IMF and the ADB.""",positive,1 Sri Lanka IMF program on hold in final lap,11/15/2018,Political News,A deal with the International Monetary Fund is in limbo until the any new administration confirms that it wants to go ah...,Sri Lanka IMF program on hold in final lap A deal with the International Monetary Fund is in limbo until the any new administration confirms that it wants to go ah...,negative,-1 Two suspects accused of aiding Sri Lanka Easter bomb ringleader in TID custody,6/11/2021,Terrorism,The two suspects will be detained and questioned under provisions in the Prevention of Terrorism Act,Two suspects accused of aiding Sri Lanka Easter bomb ringleader in TID custody The two suspects will be detained and questioned under provisions in the Prevention of Terrorism Act,negative,-1 Only 7.7 pct of Sri Lanka's working-age women in formal employment: IPS,11/6/2023,Economy,"Household and caregiving responsibilities and limited availability of jobs compound the issue, the IPS said.","Only 7.7 pct of Sri Lanka's working-age women in formal employment: IPS Household and caregiving responsibilities and limited availability of jobs compound the issue, the IPS said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Mercantile Shipping to sell ships for Rs1.8bn to repay debt,9/20/2019,Logistics,"Sri Lanka's Mercantile Shipping Company is to sell two cargo ships owned by a subsidiary, Mercantile Emerald Shipping (P...","Sri Lanka's Mercantile Shipping to sell ships for Rs1.8bn to repay debt Sri Lanka's Mercantile Shipping Company is to sell two cargo ships owned by a subsidiary, Mercantile Emerald Shipping (P...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's GMOA threatens trade union action over ""arbitrary"" doctors' transfers",10/1/2021,Health,The GMOA has demanded clear definitions regarding the annual transfer list of Grade Medical Officers.,"Sri Lanka's GMOA threatens trade union action over ""arbitrary"" doctors' transfers The GMOA has demanded clear definitions regarding the annual transfer list of Grade Medical Officers.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Cabinet in process to grant monetary incentives to discourage undiyal,7/5/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka foreign remittances have plummeted more than 50% in the first 5 months of this year. ,Sri Lanka Cabinet in process to grant monetary incentives to discourage undiyal Sri Lanka foreign remittances have plummeted more than 50% in the first 5 months of this year. ,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to reach IMF staff level agreement, debt restructuring framework by end July: PM",6/22/2022,Economy,"Talks will continue over the next few days with an IMF delegation already in the island nation, he said.","Sri Lanka to reach IMF staff level agreement, debt restructuring framework by end July: PM Talks will continue over the next few days with an IMF delegation already in the island nation, he said.",positive,1 "Amid mass migration, Sri Lanka to recruit volunteers as English teachers",2/23/2024,Education,Thousands of teachers have left the country after the unprecedented economic crisis ,"Amid mass migration, Sri Lanka to recruit volunteers as English teachers Thousands of teachers have left the country after the unprecedented economic crisis ",negative,-1 South Korean investor expands packaging manufacture in Sri Lanka,6/27/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – A South Korean investor making labels and hand tags in Sri Lanka is expanding its packaging manufac...,South Korean investor expands packaging manufacture in Sri Lanka ECONOMYNEXT – A South Korean investor making labels and hand tags in Sri Lanka is expanding its packaging manufac...,positive,1 Sri Lanka CB raids money changers for offering parallel exchange rates,12/9/2021,Economy,Licenses to be cancelled,Sri Lanka CB raids money changers for offering parallel exchange rates Licenses to be cancelled,negative,-1 Sri Lanka inflation in January 2020 rises to 5.4-pct,1/31/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka inflation picked up to 5.4 percent in the 12-months to January 2020, with the index gaining 1.4 percent durin...","Sri Lanka inflation in January 2020 rises to 5.4-pct Sri Lanka inflation picked up to 5.4 percent in the 12-months to January 2020, with the index gaining 1.4 percent durin...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka budget tax revenues up 36-pct to Oct, deficit down in real terms",1/16/2023,Economy,Overall deficit down to 5.5-pct of projected revenues from 8.6-pct last year ,"Sri Lanka budget tax revenues up 36-pct to Oct, deficit down in real terms Overall deficit down to 5.5-pct of projected revenues from 8.6-pct last year ",negative,-1 TNA states reasons for supporting Sajith,11/7/2019,Politics,The Tamil National Alliance (TNA) is saying that it has decided to support New Democratic Front presidential candidate S...,TNA states reasons for supporting Sajith The Tamil National Alliance (TNA) is saying that it has decided to support New Democratic Front presidential candidate S...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks fall 0.3-pct on profit taking,1/26/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.33 percent ending a dizzy three-week rally as investors took profits, brokers said.","Sri Lanka stocks fall 0.3-pct on profit taking Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.33 percent ending a dizzy three-week rally as investors took profits, brokers said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka sees link between bond investment advisories and UN rights pressure,2/25/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka saw a link between pressure to improve human rights and accountability in by a United Nations body and recent ...,Sri Lanka sees link between bond investment advisories and UN rights pressure Sri Lanka saw a link between pressure to improve human rights and accountability in by a United Nations body and recent ...,positive,1 Bhutanese women seek leadership roles,12/27/2021,Gender Issues,"Bhutan is matrilineal, but the women are still in the kitchen","Bhutanese women seek leadership roles Bhutan is matrilineal, but the women are still in the kitchen",negative,-1 Most Sri Lankans believe government-run companies are not working- Advocata,12/12/2019,Economy,Eighty-one per cent of Sri Lankans do not believe that the loss incurring State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) can be justifie...,Most Sri Lankans believe government-run companies are not working- Advocata Eighty-one per cent of Sri Lankans do not believe that the loss incurring State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) can be justifie...,negative,-1 Govt has no plan to bring back stranded workers – Dr Harini Amarasuriya,2/8/2021,Health,Opposition MP Amarasuriya says the government has no proper procedure to repatriate Lankan workers who have lost jobs an...,Govt has no plan to bring back stranded workers – Dr Harini Amarasuriya Opposition MP Amarasuriya says the government has no proper procedure to repatriate Lankan workers who have lost jobs an...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks close 0.57-pct lower,9/24/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.57 percent lower on Tuesday, dragged down by losses in Cargills (Ceylon) PLC, provisional data...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.57-pct lower Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.57 percent lower on Tuesday, dragged down by losses in Cargills (Ceylon) PLC, provisional data...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka coconut prices ease at auction,2/1/2023,Agriculture,"The average price for 1,000 nuts fell to 80.811.89 from 84,116.85","Sri Lanka coconut prices ease at auction The average price for 1,000 nuts fell to 80.811.89 from 84,116.85",negative,-1 Sri Lanka cryptocurrency users should take own risk: CB officials,10/18/2021,Economy,El Salvador has made Bitcoin legal tender amid controversy,Sri Lanka cryptocurrency users should take own risk: CB officials El Salvador has made Bitcoin legal tender amid controversy,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's steel costs 70-pct higher due to protectionism,2/24/2020,Business, Sri Lanka's steel costs are about 70 percent higher than other Asian countries which is hurting housing and apartments ...,Sri Lanka's steel costs 70-pct higher due to protectionism Sri Lanka's steel costs are about 70 percent higher than other Asian countries which is hurting housing and apartments ...,negative,-1 "Indian delegation meets President, PM; discusses economic crisis",6/23/2022,International Relations,Indian delegation comes as Sri Lanka is highly depending on Indian credit line for its fuel and other essentials.,"Indian delegation meets President, PM; discusses economic crisis Indian delegation comes as Sri Lanka is highly depending on Indian credit line for its fuel and other essentials.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker in forward, stocks gain 0.11-pct",4/29/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee ended weaker against the US dollar in the forwards but the spot market was inactive Mo...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker in forward, stocks gain 0.11-pct ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee ended weaker against the US dollar in the forwards but the spot market was inactive Mo...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields flat",11/7/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 180.90/181.00 to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields remained unchanged...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 180.90/181.00 to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields remained unchanged...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka wage, subsidy hikes kick in amid import collapse; capex cut",6/30/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's current spending of up to 40,000 rupees are kicking in from July 01, the finance ministry said, amid a impor...","Sri Lanka wage, subsidy hikes kick in amid import collapse; capex cut Sri Lanka's current spending of up to 40,000 rupees are kicking in from July 01, the finance ministry said, amid a impor...",negative,-1 "US inflation bubble fired in March 2020, Fed cannot stop it in a hurry: Steve Hanke",12/16/2021,Economy,Inflation is the thief. It is robbing people,"US inflation bubble fired in March 2020, Fed cannot stop it in a hurry: Steve Hanke Inflation is the thief. It is robbing people",negative,-1 US to share 80 million vaccine doses; 7 million to go to Asian countries including Sri Lanka,6/4/2021,Health,The White House said on June 04 that 75% of the total 80 million doses will be delivered through the COVAX facility,US to share 80 million vaccine doses; 7 million to go to Asian countries including Sri Lanka The White House said on June 04 that 75% of the total 80 million doses will be delivered through the COVAX facility,negative,-1 President setting an example - Dayasiri,12/4/2019,Politics,State Minister of Industries Dayasiri Jayasekara said that President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had clearly proved to the people...,President setting an example - Dayasiri State Minister of Industries Dayasiri Jayasekara said that President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had clearly proved to the people...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka export committee to identify markets, recommend policy",10/15/2021,Business,The committee will run for a duration of 5-years,"Sri Lanka export committee to identify markets, recommend policy The committee will run for a duration of 5-years",positive,1 India Foreign Secy invites Sri Lanka to mutually deepen “time-tested” ties,10/5/2021,International Relations,Shringla’s comments come as India is seen trying to repair strained ties with Sri Lanka.,India Foreign Secy invites Sri Lanka to mutually deepen “time-tested” ties Shringla’s comments come as India is seen trying to repair strained ties with Sri Lanka.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's health care digitisation reduces operational costs: government,10/19/2023,Health,This availability of data helps the hospital provide treatment easily when the patient returns to the hospital.,Sri Lanka's health care digitisation reduces operational costs: government This availability of data helps the hospital provide treatment easily when the patient returns to the hospital.,positive,1 Natural gas fund proposed for Sri Lankan hydrocarbon deposit earnings,3/29/2019,Energy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka should set up a natural gas fund to manage the revenue expected from offshore hydrocarbon...,Natural gas fund proposed for Sri Lankan hydrocarbon deposit earnings ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka should set up a natural gas fund to manage the revenue expected from offshore hydrocarbon...,negative,-1 Diversified holdings snap Sri Lanka stocks from two-day fall,12/17/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.09 percent stronger on Tuesday, snapping back a two-day fall supported by diversified holdin...","Diversified holdings snap Sri Lanka stocks from two-day fall Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.09 percent stronger on Tuesday, snapping back a two-day fall supported by diversified holdin...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Sanasa Bank in the red in Dec 2018 quarter,3/31/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka's listed Sanasa Development Bank reported a loss of 26.1 million rupees in the December 2018 quarter, down 113...","Sri Lanka's Sanasa Bank in the red in Dec 2018 quarter Sri Lanka's listed Sanasa Development Bank reported a loss of 26.1 million rupees in the December 2018 quarter, down 113...",negative,-1 Japan to support Sri Lanka along with IMF deal,7/2/2022,Economy,Japan would like to consider its further contribution to Sri Lanka in consultation with the Government of Sri Lanka and ,Japan to support Sri Lanka along with IMF deal Japan would like to consider its further contribution to Sri Lanka in consultation with the Government of Sri Lanka and ,positive,1 Tallest building outside Sri Lanka's capital planned,2/11/2019,Business,A 35-story residential and shopping tower complex in Ja-Ela north of Sri Lanka's capital Colombo has been given the go h...,Tallest building outside Sri Lanka's capital planned A 35-story residential and shopping tower complex in Ja-Ela north of Sri Lanka's capital Colombo has been given the go h...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka minister laments ""inefficiency"" of constitutional council in fighting corruption",10/3/2023,Corruption,"“It’s not our houses that should be surrounded but theirs,” he added.","Sri Lanka minister laments ""inefficiency"" of constitutional council in fighting corruption “It’s not our houses that should be surrounded but theirs,” he added.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka sees food grain smuggling amid high 'thosai-vadai' border tax,10/13/2023,Agriculture,"Undu hidden in chickpeas, which are taxed at a lower rate","Sri Lanka sees food grain smuggling amid high 'thosai-vadai' border tax Undu hidden in chickpeas, which are taxed at a lower rate",negative,-1 Cash-strapped Sri Lanka's endless queues spur desperate but creative entrepreneurship,5/21/2022,Economy,"“They tell me I’m doing a bloody good job,” says de Silva. “I’m sure everyone will start doing this soon.”","Cash-strapped Sri Lanka's endless queues spur desperate but creative entrepreneurship “They tell me I’m doing a bloody good job,” says de Silva. “I’m sure everyone will start doing this soon.”",positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks down 0.49-pct",1/21/2019,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 181.75/85 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Monday, as ...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks down 0.49-pct ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 181.75/85 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Monday, as ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's stocks close lower on Fitch downgrade,9/15/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.58 percent or 66.96 points to 11,465.73","Sri Lanka's stocks close lower on Fitch downgrade All Share Price Index was down 0.58 percent or 66.96 points to 11,465.73",negative,-1 Unsuccessful suicide attempts remain high in Sri Lanka: expert,9/25/2020,Health,"Though death by suicide has decreased in Sri Lanka, the number of attempts remain high, making the island nation worse t...","Unsuccessful suicide attempts remain high in Sri Lanka: expert Though death by suicide has decreased in Sri Lanka, the number of attempts remain high, making the island nation worse t...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka apparel exporters get some orders as Coronavirus lockdowns ease in the West,6/6/2020,Apparel,Orders are beginning to trickle into Sri Lanka's apparel export firms as Coronavirus lockdowns are eased in the West and...,Sri Lanka apparel exporters get some orders as Coronavirus lockdowns ease in the West Orders are beginning to trickle into Sri Lanka's apparel export firms as Coronavirus lockdowns are eased in the West and...,negative,-1 "Migrants, not technology, to ease Sri Lanka construction labour shortage",3/26/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – Labour shortages in Sri Lanka’s construction sector are more likely to be overcome by incomi...,"Migrants, not technology, to ease Sri Lanka construction labour shortage ECONOMYNEXT – Labour shortages in Sri Lanka’s construction sector are more likely to be overcome by incomi...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s rupee closes at 327.70/328.00 to the US dollar,11/14/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 327.70/328.00 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka’s rupee closes at 327.70/328.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 327.70/328.00 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee opens wide, gilts flat, stocks down",12/26/2018,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted wide at 181.45/75 on the dollar after hitting an all-time low of 181.67 on Monday while bon...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens wide, gilts flat, stocks down Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted wide at 181.45/75 on the dollar after hitting an all-time low of 181.67 on Monday while bon...",negative,-1 HSBC Group MD visits Sri Lanka to offer support,6/19/2022,Banking,Rosha had met with key clients of the bank and discussed their challenges,HSBC Group MD visits Sri Lanka to offer support Rosha had met with key clients of the bank and discussed their challenges,positive,1 "Chinese envoy wants defence cooperation with Sri Lanka to keep region stable, prosperous",1/10/2022,Defence,“I think we (China and Sri Lanka) should and could do more in this field.”,"Chinese envoy wants defence cooperation with Sri Lanka to keep region stable, prosperous “I think we (China and Sri Lanka) should and could do more in this field.”",positive,1 "Sri Lanka cracking down on dissent, threats of violence, intimidation: HRW",8/3/2022,Legal,"Passport of a British national, Kayleigh Fraser, who had posted about the protests on social media, seized","Sri Lanka cracking down on dissent, threats of violence, intimidation: HRW Passport of a British national, Kayleigh Fraser, who had posted about the protests on social media, seized",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka ready to make ongoing reforms a law, minister tells IMF",3/20/2024,Economic Crisis,"Government has also taken steps to increase the number of tax files,","Sri Lanka ready to make ongoing reforms a law, minister tells IMF Government has also taken steps to increase the number of tax files,",positive,1 “No questions asked” – COVID-19 money laundering risks emerge: TISL,5/7/2020,Corruption,Sri Lanka’s new “no questions asked” policy on deposits of foreign currency should be consistent with the countryâ...,“No questions asked” – COVID-19 money laundering risks emerge: TISL Sri Lanka’s new “no questions asked” policy on deposits of foreign currency should be consistent with the countryâ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka haunted by ghost of Raul Prebisch as import ban bites tyre supply,9/25/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka’s businesses are hit and specialist vehicles such as ambulances are under threat, as the country runs out of...","Sri Lanka haunted by ghost of Raul Prebisch as import ban bites tyre supply Sri Lanka’s businesses are hit and specialist vehicles such as ambulances are under threat, as the country runs out of...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka budget 2019 passes with 119 for, 74 against",4/5/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's budget for 2019 passed with 119 votes for and 74 against indicating that a number of opposition members did ...,"Sri Lanka budget 2019 passes with 119 for, 74 against Sri Lanka's budget for 2019 passed with 119 votes for and 74 against indicating that a number of opposition members did ...",negative,-1 "China's 10bn yuan swap with Sri Lanka is “unique”, says envoy",1/10/2022,Economy,It’s a strategic decision by the Chinese leader,"China's 10bn yuan swap with Sri Lanka is “unique”, says envoy It’s a strategic decision by the Chinese leader",positive,1 Sri Lanka to hike fuel prices in line with global market,1/15/2020,Energy,"Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation will raise fuel prices in line with global trends, co-cabinet spokesm...","Sri Lanka to hike fuel prices in line with global market Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation will raise fuel prices in line with global trends, co-cabinet spokesm...",positive,1 Sri Lanka VFS Global 12-year visa deal worth $840mn: legislator,5/7/2024,Business,"The private contractor would earn up to 100 million dollars by 2035, he claimed","Sri Lanka VFS Global 12-year visa deal worth $840mn: legislator The private contractor would earn up to 100 million dollars by 2035, he claimed",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to begin vaccination of 60+ and 30-to-60-year-old workforce early March,2/8/2021,Health,Sri Lanka will begin vaccinating people over the age of 60 and those in the workforce aged between 30 and 60 against COV...,Sri Lanka to begin vaccination of 60+ and 30-to-60-year-old workforce early March Sri Lanka will begin vaccinating people over the age of 60 and those in the workforce aged between 30 and 60 against COV...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka agriculture minister says food crisis avoidable, promises rice self-sufficiency in 2023",5/31/2022,Agriculture,"""It's okay to criticise us, but we ask that you do not discourage farmers from growing,"" he said.","Sri Lanka agriculture minister says food crisis avoidable, promises rice self-sufficiency in 2023 ""It's okay to criticise us, but we ask that you do not discourage farmers from growing,"" he said.",positive,1 Sri Lanka king-maker Tamils back restoring UNF government,11/29/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's main minority party, the Tamil National Alliance (TNA) Thursday asked President Maithripala Sirisena to rest...","Sri Lanka king-maker Tamils back restoring UNF government Sri Lanka's main minority party, the Tamil National Alliance (TNA) Thursday asked President Maithripala Sirisena to rest...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond yields steady at close,3/13/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s bond yields were steady at close on Monday as following a bond auction, dealers said.","Sri Lanka bond yields steady at close Sri Lanka’s bond yields were steady at close on Monday as following a bond auction, dealers said.",positive,1 Sri Lanka’s newest COVID 19 cluster linked to another that erupted in April – Dr Anil Jasinghe,7/11/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s newest COVID 19 cluster that has produced more than 300 new cases is linked directly to a cluster that eme...,Sri Lanka’s newest COVID 19 cluster linked to another that erupted in April – Dr Anil Jasinghe Sri Lanka’s newest COVID 19 cluster that has produced more than 300 new cases is linked directly to a cluster that eme...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka opposition leader defends progressive taxation, highlights inequality",2/17/2023,Economy,"Progressive taxation is fair and equitable, he said.","Sri Lanka opposition leader defends progressive taxation, highlights inequality Progressive taxation is fair and equitable, he said.",positive,1 High density cultivation system to increase tea yield by five times: Minister,11/20/2023,Tea,Amaraweera promotes high-density tea cultivation system and use of new technology to increase yields. ,High density cultivation system to increase tea yield by five times: Minister Amaraweera promotes high-density tea cultivation system and use of new technology to increase yields. ,positive,1 Colombo air quality unhealthy in early hours,11/28/2019,Environment,The air quality of Colombo city is likely to be unhealthy in the early morning and gradually return to moderate levels a...,Colombo air quality unhealthy in early hours The air quality of Colombo city is likely to be unhealthy in the early morning and gradually return to moderate levels a...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka bourse ends at over 5-mo high; Expolanka boosts foreign inflows to over 3-yr high,9/7/2022,Markets,Day's turnover hits over 7-month high; foreign inflows hit highest in 3 years,Sri Lanka bourse ends at over 5-mo high; Expolanka boosts foreign inflows to over 3-yr high Day's turnover hits over 7-month high; foreign inflows hit highest in 3 years,positive,1 Bangladesh cricketers arrive in Sri Lanka under high security,7/21/2019,Culture,"The Bangladesh cricket team arrived in Sri Lanka amid tight security on Saturday, the first foreign sporting side to vis...","Bangladesh cricketers arrive in Sri Lanka under high security The Bangladesh cricket team arrived in Sri Lanka amid tight security on Saturday, the first foreign sporting side to vis...",positive,1 Lanka’s cultural sperm whale,7/22/2022,Animal Rights,Social Learning and Cooperation Go Deep,Lanka’s cultural sperm whale Social Learning and Cooperation Go Deep,positive,1 Sri Lanka economic activity recovering: Central Bank,3/26/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's economic activity is recovering with tea, paddy and rubber production up, electricity generation is up indic...","Sri Lanka economic activity recovering: Central Bank Sri Lanka's economic activity is recovering with tea, paddy and rubber production up, electricity generation is up indic...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Speaker trashes Sirisena’s criticism of CC, HRC",2/7/2019,Political News,Speaker of Sri Lanka’s parliament Karu Jayasuriya Thursday hit back at President Maithripala Sirisena’s sw...,"Sri Lanka Speaker trashes Sirisena’s criticism of CC, HRC Speaker of Sri Lanka’s parliament Karu Jayasuriya Thursday hit back at President Maithripala Sirisena’s sw...",negative,-1 Churches urge calm after videos of Monk attacking Christians go viral,12/30/2019,Human Rights,"Bishop Asiri Perera, head of the Methodist Church in Sri Lanka is appealing for calm after videos of a Buddhist Monk att...","Churches urge calm after videos of Monk attacking Christians go viral Bishop Asiri Perera, head of the Methodist Church in Sri Lanka is appealing for calm after videos of a Buddhist Monk att...",positive,1 Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to partner with Sri Lanka president's office,1/30/2024,Government services,Policy support proposed to be provided by Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to the Presidential Secretariat,Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to partner with Sri Lanka president's office Policy support proposed to be provided by Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to the Presidential Secretariat,positive,1 Supreme Court dismisses FR petitions challenging the refusal to recall Parliament,6/2/2020,Courts,The Supreme Court has refused leave to proceed for all 8 Fundamental Rights petitions that challenged the June 20 poll d...,Supreme Court dismisses FR petitions challenging the refusal to recall Parliament The Supreme Court has refused leave to proceed for all 8 Fundamental Rights petitions that challenged the June 20 poll d...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka finds way around CPC monopoly to end aviation fuel crunch: Minister,6/7/2022,Economy,Allows suppliers to stock fuel at CPC facilties and be paid after selling,Sri Lanka finds way around CPC monopoly to end aviation fuel crunch: Minister Allows suppliers to stock fuel at CPC facilties and be paid after selling,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's anti-terror law under scrutiny again as protestor detention continues,8/22/2022,Human Rights,"First billed as a temporary Act in 1978, the PTA has been used sporadically throughout Sri Lanka’s recent history. ","Sri Lanka's anti-terror law under scrutiny again as protestor detention continues First billed as a temporary Act in 1978, the PTA has been used sporadically throughout Sri Lanka’s recent history. ",negative,-1 Abnormal increase in air pollution levels in Sri Lanka: NBRO,10/30/2020,Environment,Sri Lanka has recorded an abnormal drop in air quality levels from October 27 and the pollution is continuing to rise de...,Abnormal increase in air pollution levels in Sri Lanka: NBRO Sri Lanka has recorded an abnormal drop in air quality levels from October 27 and the pollution is continuing to rise de...,negative,-1 Campaigning to end midnight today; final rallies of main candidates in Colombo suburbs,11/13/2019,PresPoll2020,Propaganda activities for the presidential election to be held on Saturday (16) will come to an end at 12.00 midnight to...,Campaigning to end midnight today; final rallies of main candidates in Colombo suburbs Propaganda activities for the presidential election to be held on Saturday (16) will come to an end at 12.00 midnight to...,negative,-1 COVID positive inmate from Kandakadu is on the loose after escaping from IDH - Police,7/24/2020,Health,Police are seeking public assistance to hunt down a COVID 19 positive inmate from the Kandakadu Rehabilitation camp who ...,COVID positive inmate from Kandakadu is on the loose after escaping from IDH - Police Police are seeking public assistance to hunt down a COVID 19 positive inmate from the Kandakadu Rehabilitation camp who ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka finance companies pressured by Coronavirus: Fitch,4/3/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's Finance and Leasing Companies (FLCs) which had seen a spike in bad loans would be further pressured by Coron...,Sri Lanka finance companies pressured by Coronavirus: Fitch Sri Lanka's Finance and Leasing Companies (FLCs) which had seen a spike in bad loans would be further pressured by Coron...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka industrial activity recovers in May,7/12/2019,Business,"ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka’s industrial activity recovered in May after slumping to a three-year low in April 2019, w...","Sri Lanka industrial activity recovers in May ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka’s industrial activity recovered in May after slumping to a three-year low in April 2019, w...",negative,-1 "EU calls for minority protection in Sri Lanka, to work closely against terrorism",8/31/2019,Legal,"The European Union has called for minority protection, addressing hate speech and an end to the death penalty as a deleg...","EU calls for minority protection in Sri Lanka, to work closely against terrorism The European Union has called for minority protection, addressing hate speech and an end to the death penalty as a deleg...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka begins week with torrential downpour; met dept hopeful condition won't persist,7/26/2021,Weather and Climate,"“At present, it doesn’t look like the condition will persist, but we are waiting for updated observations,” she sa...","Sri Lanka begins week with torrential downpour; met dept hopeful condition won't persist “At present, it doesn’t look like the condition will persist, but we are waiting for updated observations,” she sa...",negative,-1 "Hate speech, divisive language on the rise on Sri Lanka's campaign trail: CMEV",7/28/2020,Politics,"Despite a relatively low incidence at the start, hate speech and divisive language can already be heard on the campaign ...","Hate speech, divisive language on the rise on Sri Lanka's campaign trail: CMEV Despite a relatively low incidence at the start, hate speech and divisive language can already be heard on the campaign ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 199.50/205 levels in one-month dollar,5/3/2021,Bonds & Forex,Rupee quoted in one-month forward market.,Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 199.50/205 levels in one-month dollar Rupee quoted in one-month forward market.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka auto workshops say they can fix state vehicles at a lower cost,9/18/2020,Autos,Sri Lanka Automobile Service Association representing automobile repair workshops around the country say they could repa...,Sri Lanka auto workshops say they can fix state vehicles at a lower cost Sri Lanka Automobile Service Association representing automobile repair workshops around the country say they could repa...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka finds 13 safe houses, arrests 56 linked to terror bombings: President",5/7/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka has found 13 safe houses and arrested 56 persons linked to Easter Sunday terror bombings, as well as material ...","Sri Lanka finds 13 safe houses, arrests 56 linked to terror bombings: President Sri Lanka has found 13 safe houses and arrested 56 persons linked to Easter Sunday terror bombings, as well as material ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka promoting Buddhist tourism from Vietnam, ASEAN",12/10/2023,Business,Plans to connect 100 temples in the ASEAN regions with those in Sri Lanka,"Sri Lanka promoting Buddhist tourism from Vietnam, ASEAN Plans to connect 100 temples in the ASEAN regions with those in Sri Lanka",positive,1 "Sri Lankans deserve transparency, accountability during hard reforms: US envoy",2/1/2024,Economy,"""Sri Lanka has taken difficult measures to put the country on a long-term sustainable footing.""","Sri Lankans deserve transparency, accountability during hard reforms: US envoy ""Sri Lanka has taken difficult measures to put the country on a long-term sustainable footing.""",negative,-1 "Ahead of ousting protest, Sri Lanka president promises essential supplies ",7/8/2022,Politics,Protesters have vowed to agitate near Presidential residence until Rajapaksa resigns ,"Ahead of ousting protest, Sri Lanka president promises essential supplies  Protesters have vowed to agitate near Presidential residence until Rajapaksa resigns ",negative,-1 "1 dead, 12 injured in Mihintale accident",4/10/2019,Uncategorized,Injured 12 still in Rambewa and Kallanchiya hospitals.,"1 dead, 12 injured in Mihintale accident Injured 12 still in Rambewa and Kallanchiya hospitals.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka LRT project to ease congestion, boost economy: Champika",7/4/2019,Ground,"A 2.2 billion US dollar light rail transit project for Colombo, will ease congestion and boost economic activity, Sri La...","Sri Lanka LRT project to ease congestion, boost economy: Champika A 2.2 billion US dollar light rail transit project for Colombo, will ease congestion and boost economic activity, Sri La...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka returning to normal, security operations to continue: PM",5/7/2019,Defence,"ECONOMYNEXT - Daily life in Sri Lanka is returning to normal amid tighter security, after the Easter Sunday bombings, Pr...","Sri Lanka returning to normal, security operations to continue: PM ECONOMYNEXT - Daily life in Sri Lanka is returning to normal amid tighter security, after the Easter Sunday bombings, Pr...",positive,1 Sri Lanka tourist arrivals recover to a 9.5-pct fall in Nov,12/5/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals were down 9.5 percent from a year earlier to 244,239 in November 2019, recovering from a 70...","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals recover to a 9.5-pct fall in Nov Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals were down 9.5 percent from a year earlier to 244,239 in November 2019, recovering from a 70...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka can trigger food shortages as in medicines with new trade controls: Bellwether,4/29/2022,Bellwether,Forcing food importers to use LCs can create food shortages. ,Sri Lanka can trigger food shortages as in medicines with new trade controls: Bellwether Forcing food importers to use LCs can create food shortages. ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka resumes repo auctions in minor tightening of policy,8/26/2021,Economy,The resumption of repo auctions is a further tightening of policy,Sri Lanka resumes repo auctions in minor tightening of policy The resumption of repo auctions is a further tightening of policy,negative,-1 Letter warning of imminent terror attack is fake - Police Media spokesman,5/19/2020,Law and Order,Sri Lanka Police department media spokesman is saying a letter circulating in the social media warning of an imminent te...,Letter warning of imminent terror attack is fake - Police Media spokesman Sri Lanka Police department media spokesman is saying a letter circulating in the social media warning of an imminent te...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's John Keells Holding profits down on hotels, interest in December",1/29/2020,Markets,Profits at Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings Plc fell 50 percent to 2.39 billion rupees in the December 2019 quarter from...,"Sri Lanka's John Keells Holding profits down on hotels, interest in December Profits at Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings Plc fell 50 percent to 2.39 billion rupees in the December 2019 quarter from...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka bonds and T-bills ease at close,12/15/2022,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.18 rupees,Sri Lanka bonds and T-bills ease at close Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.18 rupees,negative,-1 Campaign spending by contestants can reach a whopping Ten Billion - CMEV,11/5/2019,Law and Order,The Centre for Monitoring Election Violence (CMEV) said that according to their estimation the total spending by all can...,Campaign spending by contestants can reach a whopping Ten Billion - CMEV The Centre for Monitoring Election Violence (CMEV) said that according to their estimation the total spending by all can...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade,4/25/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index was down 0.96 percent or 88.14 points to 9,099.15. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade The main All Share Price Index was down 0.96 percent or 88.14 points to 9,099.15. ",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee non-credible peg at 203 to dollar drives dollar rationing, rates rise",10/13/2021,Economy,Banks trying to supply dollars to non-foods,"Sri Lanka rupee non-credible peg at 203 to dollar drives dollar rationing, rates rise Banks trying to supply dollars to non-foods",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, gilt yields up",11/26/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.65/95 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while gilt yields gained for the fourth cons...","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, gilt yields up Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.65/95 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while gilt yields gained for the fourth cons...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tea prices extend losses,11/13/2022,Agriculture,.,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tea prices extend losses .,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's Lakdhanavi downgraded to same level as CEB over fuel, forex shortages",1/27/2022,Energy,Reflects the risk of disruptions to operations from fuel shortages and heightened counterparty risk,"Sri Lanka's Lakdhanavi downgraded to same level as CEB over fuel, forex shortages Reflects the risk of disruptions to operations from fuel shortages and heightened counterparty risk",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends firm, gilt yields flat",9/14/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 184.10/30 against the US dollar on Monday while bond yields remained unchanged after ...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends firm, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 184.10/30 against the US dollar on Monday while bond yields remained unchanged after ...",negative,-1 UNP presidential candidate will hold internationally accepted degree - Hesha,7/8/2019,Politics,The presidential candidate of the United National Party (UNP) will be an educated person who can be trusted to run the c...,UNP presidential candidate will hold internationally accepted degree - Hesha The presidential candidate of the United National Party (UNP) will be an educated person who can be trusted to run the c...,positive,1 SriLankan Airlines bond sale shows confidence in Sri Lanka: Standard Chartered,6/24/2019,Economy,"The sale of a 5 -year US dollar bond sale by SriLankan Airlines at 7.00 percent, which drew over a billion US dollars i...","SriLankan Airlines bond sale shows confidence in Sri Lanka: Standard Chartered The sale of a 5 -year US dollar bond sale by SriLankan Airlines at 7.00 percent, which drew over a billion US dollars i...",positive,1 Fishing in troubled waters: Sri Lanka’s war-hit fishermen frustrated over Indian bottom trawling,11/2/2021,Defence,"“We have lost around 40 percent of our daily fish catch due to bottom trawling by Indian fishermen,” he said.","Fishing in troubled waters: Sri Lanka’s war-hit fishermen frustrated over Indian bottom trawling “We have lost around 40 percent of our daily fish catch due to bottom trawling by Indian fishermen,” he said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka appoints essential services commissioner under under emergency,5/12/2022,Legal,Secretaries from 25 districts have been appointed as its coordinating officers,Sri Lanka appoints essential services commissioner under under emergency Secretaries from 25 districts have been appointed as its coordinating officers,positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 308.30/50 against US dollar,5/17/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s bond yields not active on Wednesday ,Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 308.30/50 against US dollar Sri Lanka’s bond yields not active on Wednesday ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka DFCC Bank rating watch negative kept in soft-peg collapse: Fitch,7/29/2022,Uncategorized,Sovereign default together with increasing economic challenges poses significant downside risks to DFCC's profitability,Sri Lanka DFCC Bank rating watch negative kept in soft-peg collapse: Fitch Sovereign default together with increasing economic challenges poses significant downside risks to DFCC's profitability,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's JVP rubbishes IMF deal, claims IMF only wants to bail out corrupt regimes",3/21/2023,Politics,"The IMF programme, Sri Lanka’s 17th to date, will just not work, said Silva.","Sri Lanka's JVP rubbishes IMF deal, claims IMF only wants to bail out corrupt regimes The IMF programme, Sri Lanka’s 17th to date, will just not work, said Silva.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka pharma firms call for drug price formula,6/26/2023,Economy,Wants regular revisions,Sri Lanka pharma firms call for drug price formula Wants regular revisions,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's shares edge up on banks and blue chip counters,7/27/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 1.26 percent or 137.90 points to 11,122.98","Sri Lanka's shares edge up on banks and blue chip counters All Share Price Index was up 1.26 percent or 137.90 points to 11,122.98",negative,-1 Sri Lanka business chamber builds links with Myanmar,7/13/2019,Economy,The Sri Lanka-Greater Mekong Business Council of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce organized a delegation to Myanmar to exp...,Sri Lanka business chamber builds links with Myanmar The Sri Lanka-Greater Mekong Business Council of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce organized a delegation to Myanmar to exp...,positive,1 Cabinet decides to provide economic relief to the tea industry,12/19/2019,Economy,"The government is proposing to grant relief to Tea Factory owners by relieving them from their debt burden, Co-Cabinet S...","Cabinet decides to provide economic relief to the tea industry The government is proposing to grant relief to Tea Factory owners by relieving them from their debt burden, Co-Cabinet S...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks gain for fifth straight session amid foreign outflow,9/28/2021,Markets,"Foreign investors, however, sold a net 296 million rupees worth of shares on Tuesday.","Sri Lanka stocks gain for fifth straight session amid foreign outflow Foreign investors, however, sold a net 296 million rupees worth of shares on Tuesday.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka urged to follow Covid-19 rules as new Coronavirus cluster tops 500, Rajangana areas locked",7/14/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has limited movement in three areas in Rajanganaya in Anuradhapura and is tracing and quarantining contacts an...,"Sri Lanka urged to follow Covid-19 rules as new Coronavirus cluster tops 500, Rajangana areas locked Sri Lanka has limited movement in three areas in Rajanganaya in Anuradhapura and is tracing and quarantining contacts an...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's MAS Holdings in drive to boost women in top management,3/30/2019,Markets,"MAS Holdings, one of Sri Lanka's largest apparel producers, is on a drive to bring more women into upper management, an ...","Sri Lanka's MAS Holdings in drive to boost women in top management MAS Holdings, one of Sri Lanka's largest apparel producers, is on a drive to bring more women into upper management, an ...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka checking PCR testing material from China before use, JackMa's stock 'validated'",5/1/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is 'validating' all PCR tests imported and stocks imported China has been checked before use and official said...,"Sri Lanka checking PCR testing material from China before use, JackMa's stock 'validated' Sri Lanka is 'validating' all PCR tests imported and stocks imported China has been checked before use and official said...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka January 2020 forex reserves drop to US$7.56bn,2/8/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka's January 2020 official reserves fell 116 million dollars to 7,626 million dollars from 7,642 million dollars...","Sri Lanka January 2020 forex reserves drop to US$7.56bn Sri Lanka's January 2020 official reserves fell 116 million dollars to 7,626 million dollars from 7,642 million dollars...",negative,-1 Supreme Court holds no need to arrest Madumadhawa,6/13/2019,Uncategorized,The Supreme Court today ruled that there was no need to arrest Pivithuru Hela Urumaya (PHU) Deputy Leader Madumadhawa Ar...,Supreme Court holds no need to arrest Madumadhawa The Supreme Court today ruled that there was no need to arrest Pivithuru Hela Urumaya (PHU) Deputy Leader Madumadhawa Ar...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka's China-backed Port City set back by soft-peg collapse, unrest",6/5/2022,Economy, Duty-free complex by the fourth quarter,"Sri Lanka's China-backed Port City set back by soft-peg collapse, unrest Duty-free complex by the fourth quarter",negative,-1 "Record 111 deaths in Sri Lanka Monday, bringing total COVID-19 deaths to 5,222",8/9/2021,Health,"So far, 1,928 Sri Lankans have tested positive for the virus as of 8pm Monday.","Record 111 deaths in Sri Lanka Monday, bringing total COVID-19 deaths to 5,222 So far, 1,928 Sri Lankans have tested positive for the virus as of 8pm Monday.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka EFF goes to IMF Executive Board on March 20,3/7/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka has now received financing assurances from all major bilateral creditors,Sri Lanka EFF goes to IMF Executive Board on March 20 Sri Lanka has now received financing assurances from all major bilateral creditors,positive,1 Sri Lanka's divisional secretaries agree to continue Aswesuma welfare scheme,11/10/2023,Economy,"The programme was facing a delay due to resistance from bureaucrats at the grass root level, according to sources.","Sri Lanka's divisional secretaries agree to continue Aswesuma welfare scheme The programme was facing a delay due to resistance from bureaucrats at the grass root level, according to sources.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to give free on arrival tourist visa to 45 countries,7/24/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's cabinet has approved to grant free on-arrival visa for touristss, and have expanded the program from 39 coun...","Sri Lanka to give free on arrival tourist visa to 45 countries Sri Lanka's cabinet has approved to grant free on-arrival visa for touristss, and have expanded the program from 39 coun...",positive,1 Sri Lanka's CPA challenges controversial Online Safety bill,10/12/2023,Free Speech,The petition argues that the bill as a whole violates several articles of the constitution.,Sri Lanka's CPA challenges controversial Online Safety bill The petition argues that the bill as a whole violates several articles of the constitution.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka raises bus fares 15-pct after rupee collapse,3/15/2022,Ground,The minimum fare had gone up from 17 to 20 rupees,Sri Lanka raises bus fares 15-pct after rupee collapse The minimum fare had gone up from 17 to 20 rupees,negative,-1 Sri Lanka shares gains in mid-day trade,9/2/2022,Markets,Market generated a turnover of 2.6 billion rupees.,Sri Lanka shares gains in mid-day trade Market generated a turnover of 2.6 billion rupees.,positive,1 Sri Lanka team to Europe to begin negotiations with bondholders: President,3/21/2024,Economy,I expect to complete all these matters by June-July,Sri Lanka team to Europe to begin negotiations with bondholders: President I expect to complete all these matters by June-July,positive,1 Sri Lanka to allow citizens stranded over Coronavirus at 11 airports to return,4/9/2020,Business,Sri Lanka will allow over two dozen citizens stranded at several airports around the world over restrictions imposed to ...,Sri Lanka to allow citizens stranded over Coronavirus at 11 airports to return Sri Lanka will allow over two dozen citizens stranded at several airports around the world over restrictions imposed to ...,negative,-1 "Five Sri Lanka ministers quit after president, PM offer resignation",7/10/2022,Political News,"Sunday, Agri Minister Mahinda Amaraweera and Investment Promotion Minister Dhammika Perera announced their resignation","Five Sri Lanka ministers quit after president, PM offer resignation Sunday, Agri Minister Mahinda Amaraweera and Investment Promotion Minister Dhammika Perera announced their resignation",negative,-1 Fatality reported in Wayamba violence,5/14/2019,Politics,At least one person is dead in yesterday’s (13) anti-Muslim violence that began on Sunday in several areas in the Nort...,Fatality reported in Wayamba violence At least one person is dead in yesterday’s (13) anti-Muslim violence that began on Sunday in several areas in the Nort...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka may get new loan to make repayments to China: CB Governor,1/12/2022,Economy,We have an understanding that they would assist us in making the repayments,Sri Lanka may get new loan to make repayments to China: CB Governor We have an understanding that they would assist us in making the repayments,positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond yields edge higher",2/5/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker around 193.70/194.25 levels in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields edged higher, ...","Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond yields edge higher Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker around 193.70/194.25 levels in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields edged higher, ...",negative,-1 Website aims to grade Presidential candidates,10/11/2019,PresPoll2020,Citizens for Accountable Governance (CAG) Lanka launched a unique website today 10 Oct aimed at ensuring accountability ...,Website aims to grade Presidential candidates Citizens for Accountable Governance (CAG) Lanka launched a unique website today 10 Oct aimed at ensuring accountability ...,positive,1 Sri Lanka to repeal Kandyan marriage law provision on parental consent for minors,8/2/2022,Legal,A minor under the age of 18 cannot enter legal marriage in Sri Lanka.,Sri Lanka to repeal Kandyan marriage law provision on parental consent for minors A minor under the age of 18 cannot enter legal marriage in Sri Lanka.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to declare protesting teachers, principals “closed service” to end long strike",8/31/2021,Education,The closed service move comes in line a the recommendation by a four-member cabinet subcommittee.,"Sri Lanka to declare protesting teachers, principals “closed service” to end long strike The closed service move comes in line a the recommendation by a four-member cabinet subcommittee.",positive,1 "Commodity, staple prices soar in Sri Lanka after rupee devaluation",3/11/2022,Economy,Dealers said the rupee was quoted around 260/75 against the USD on Friday.,"Commodity, staple prices soar in Sri Lanka after rupee devaluation Dealers said the rupee was quoted around 260/75 against the USD on Friday.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka President remembers 2019 attacks in Easter message amid Coronavirus,4/12/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa remembered 2018 attacks which left over 200 persons dead in his message on East...,Sri Lanka President remembers 2019 attacks in Easter message amid Coronavirus Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa remembered 2018 attacks which left over 200 persons dead in his message on East...,negative,-1 Punch-up in Sri Lankan parliament,11/15/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's parliament descended into chaos on Thursday with MPs swinging punches and throwing projectiles a day after l...,Punch-up in Sri Lankan parliament Sri Lanka's parliament descended into chaos on Thursday with MPs swinging punches and throwing projectiles a day after l...,negative,-1 COVID 19 - Managing Navy and Migrant worker clusters critical - GMOA,5/29/2020,Health,The Government Medical Officers Association is warning that managing the currently active COVID 19 clusters is critical ...,COVID 19 - Managing Navy and Migrant worker clusters critical - GMOA The Government Medical Officers Association is warning that managing the currently active COVID 19 clusters is critical ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks end 0.95 per cent higher,5/31/2021,Markets,"LOLC Holdings, John Keells Holdings and Asiri Hospitals Holdings pushed ASPI up.","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.95 per cent higher LOLC Holdings, John Keells Holdings and Asiri Hospitals Holdings pushed ASPI up.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka president raps MPs backing him now over opposing FDI,8/3/2022,Investment,Sri Lanka has lost many FDIs due to political disagreement at parliament level.,Sri Lanka president raps MPs backing him now over opposing FDI Sri Lanka has lost many FDIs due to political disagreement at parliament level.,negative,-1 Pressure on Sri Lanka's exchange rate is easing: central bank chief,8/19/2022,Economy,"""We are seeing the pressure on the rupee easing as a result of exports growing and imports contracting.""","Pressure on Sri Lanka's exchange rate is easing: central bank chief ""We are seeing the pressure on the rupee easing as a result of exports growing and imports contracting.""",negative,-1 Reliance India buys Sri Lanka's amanté lingerie unit from MAS,11/13/2021,Apparel,"The company sells through its own stores multi-brand outlets, and e-commerce channels across India and Sri Lanka","Reliance India buys Sri Lanka's amanté lingerie unit from MAS The company sells through its own stores multi-brand outlets, and e-commerce channels across India and Sri Lanka",negative,-1 Why the IMF is hated now and is backing bad money in Sri Lanka and Latin America,12/19/2023,Bellwether,Before the Second Amendment IMF could ,Why the IMF is hated now and is backing bad money in Sri Lanka and Latin America Before the Second Amendment IMF could ,negative,-1 Enactment process of Sri Lanka's online safety act raises questions on law-making: CPA,2/7/2024,Free Speech,"CPA urged the government to replace the act with a law that ""genuinely addresses"" concerns on online safety.","Enactment process of Sri Lanka's online safety act raises questions on law-making: CPA CPA urged the government to replace the act with a law that ""genuinely addresses"" concerns on online safety.",positive,1 Citi fund buys stake in Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings from Malaysia's Khazanah,1/9/2020,Markets,Malaysia's sovereign wealth fund Khazanah Nasional Berhad has sold its entire shareholding in Sri Lanka's John Keells Ho...,Citi fund buys stake in Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings from Malaysia's Khazanah Malaysia's sovereign wealth fund Khazanah Nasional Berhad has sold its entire shareholding in Sri Lanka's John Keells Ho...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka commerce returning to normal, more tourists by August: PM",5/29/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT – Germany has removed a travel ban on Sri Lanka, imposed after Easter Sunday’s suicide bombing...","Sri Lanka commerce returning to normal, more tourists by August: PM ECONOMYNEXT – Germany has removed a travel ban on Sri Lanka, imposed after Easter Sunday’s suicide bombing...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Ports Authority East Terminal contractor paid: Minister,12/4/2022,Logistics,Every penny we collect as dollars we are keeping them separately,Sri Lanka Ports Authority East Terminal contractor paid: Minister Every penny we collect as dollars we are keeping them separately,negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond yields steady; Rupee closes 337/345,3/17/2023,Bonds & Forex,IMF executive board is scheduled to review a loan proposal on March 20,Sri Lanka bond yields steady; Rupee closes 337/345 IMF executive board is scheduled to review a loan proposal on March 20,positive,1 Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka ready to regulate LP Gas: Chairman,12/2/2021,Energy, The Commission has not been legally empowered to regulate this area to date,Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka ready to regulate LP Gas: Chairman The Commission has not been legally empowered to regulate this area to date,negative,-1 Sri Lanka develops airport opening protocol,12/8/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka has developed a protocol for a possible re-opening of the country's airport which a committee is reviewing, th...","Sri Lanka develops airport opening protocol Sri Lanka has developed a protocol for a possible re-opening of the country's airport which a committee is reviewing, th...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka personal income tax shock dims economic activities,5/26/2023,Economy,The market witnessed price reductions and promotional trade schemes to stimulate consumption,Sri Lanka personal income tax shock dims economic activities The market witnessed price reductions and promotional trade schemes to stimulate consumption,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka drawing up new banking law, hopes enact next year: Deputy Governor",10/9/2022,Economy,Resolution framework being fine-tund,"Sri Lanka drawing up new banking law, hopes enact next year: Deputy Governor Resolution framework being fine-tund",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka welcomes 4,100 tourists in April, India leads",5/6/2021,Business,India and China leads arrivals,"Sri Lanka welcomes 4,100 tourists in April, India leads India and China leads arrivals",positive,1 Sri Lanka to start seafood quality and quarantine process to enable China exports,1/3/2023,Business,“Specially for products such as sea cucumbers there is big demand…In India and China..”,Sri Lanka to start seafood quality and quarantine process to enable China exports “Specially for products such as sea cucumbers there is big demand…In India and China..”,positive,1 "Sri Lanka private credit negative in May, CB credit sharply down",7/14/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka's credit to private borrowers contracted 2.5 billion rupees in May to 5,541.8 billion rupees, after a 43.4 bil...","Sri Lanka private credit negative in May, CB credit sharply down Sri Lanka's credit to private borrowers contracted 2.5 billion rupees in May to 5,541.8 billion rupees, after a 43.4 bil...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to move President, PM offices, heritage buildings for tourism: report",6/11/2023,Business,The buildings will then be leased to investors for tourism for 30-years,"Sri Lanka to move President, PM offices, heritage buildings for tourism: report The buildings will then be leased to investors for tourism for 30-years",negative,-1 Anti-Indian leader gets over two-third majority in Maldives parliamentary polls,4/22/2024,Politics,"Muizzu's ""India out"" camoaign worked successfully, analysts say","Anti-Indian leader gets over two-third majority in Maldives parliamentary polls Muizzu's ""India out"" camoaign worked successfully, analysts say",positive,1 Sri Lanka to give Pfizer Coronavirus vaccine to Mannar fishermen and students,7/9/2021,Health,Studies have found Pfizer vaccine to be substantially effective against Delta variant,Sri Lanka to give Pfizer Coronavirus vaccine to Mannar fishermen and students Studies have found Pfizer vaccine to be substantially effective against Delta variant,positive,1 Defence Secy instructs acting IGP to be extra vigilant in coming days,11/21/2019,Politics,Newly appointed Secretary to the Defence Ministry Major General Kamal Gunaratne has instructed the Acting Inspector Gene...,Defence Secy instructs acting IGP to be extra vigilant in coming days Newly appointed Secretary to the Defence Ministry Major General Kamal Gunaratne has instructed the Acting Inspector Gene...,positive,1 Police probing fake statement offering relief payments for Lankans overseas,5/12/2020,Health,A CID investigation has begun into a fake press release written on a Presidential Secretariat letterhead offering allowa...,Police probing fake statement offering relief payments for Lankans overseas A CID investigation has begun into a fake press release written on a Presidential Secretariat letterhead offering allowa...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka court orders arrests in police custody death of housemaid,8/25/2023,Legal,"Cause of death determined as hemorrhagic shock, as a direct result of the deceased’s body sustaining blunt force traum...","Sri Lanka court orders arrests in police custody death of housemaid Cause of death determined as hemorrhagic shock, as a direct result of the deceased’s body sustaining blunt force traum...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka shortage agency lifts price controls on sugar, dhall",11/5/2021,Economy,"Price control gazettes on sugar, dhall, b-onions, sprats, tinned fish rescinded","Sri Lanka shortage agency lifts price controls on sugar, dhall Price control gazettes on sugar, dhall, b-onions, sprats, tinned fish rescinded",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka migrant worker outflows flat in 2018, housemaids up",1/9/2019,Economy,Migrant worker departures from Sri Lanka have fallen marginally but women going abroad as housemaids have seen double-di...,"Sri Lanka migrant worker outflows flat in 2018, housemaids up Migrant worker departures from Sri Lanka have fallen marginally but women going abroad as housemaids have seen double-di...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka hikes costs of cross-border e-commerce, people-to-people contact",3/5/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka has hiked transaction costs of cross-border e-ecommerce, slapping a 3.5 percent turnover tax on credit card pa...","Sri Lanka hikes costs of cross-border e-commerce, people-to-people contact Sri Lanka has hiked transaction costs of cross-border e-ecommerce, slapping a 3.5 percent turnover tax on credit card pa...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka sells only Rs53bn in T-bill auction,2/8/2023,Bonds & Forex,Debt office Offered 100 billion rupee worth of t-bills,Sri Lanka sells only Rs53bn in T-bill auction Debt office Offered 100 billion rupee worth of t-bills,negative,-1 "After SC judgement, Sri Lanka bar urges not to appoint those who violate law as IGP",12/21/2023,Courts,BASL urged that no person who has violated fundamental rights or has criminal cases should be appointed as police chief,"After SC judgement, Sri Lanka bar urges not to appoint those who violate law as IGP BASL urged that no person who has violated fundamental rights or has criminal cases should be appointed as police chief",negative,-1 "SriLankan Airlines suspends flights to Jeddah, China amid Coronavirus",3/6/2020,Aviation,"State-run SriLankan Airlines may suspend flights to China for a time amid a Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, as passenge...","SriLankan Airlines suspends flights to Jeddah, China amid Coronavirus State-run SriLankan Airlines may suspend flights to China for a time amid a Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, as passenge...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Commercial bank Net down 63-pct in March quarter,5/16/2023,Banking,Loan loss provisions were up 14.04 percent to 6.7 billion rupees in the quarter.,Sri Lanka Commercial bank Net down 63-pct in March quarter Loan loss provisions were up 14.04 percent to 6.7 billion rupees in the quarter.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka tourist arrivals down 70-pct in March 2020,4/22/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals had dropped 70.8 percent from a year earlier to 71,370 in March 2020, amid a Coronavirus cr...","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals down 70-pct in March 2020 Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals had dropped 70.8 percent from a year earlier to 71,370 in March 2020, amid a Coronavirus cr...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka ""need to seriously consider"" nuclear energy feasibility - President ",8/5/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka has been in discussion to go for nuclear power from 2010.,"Sri Lanka ""need to seriously consider"" nuclear energy feasibility - President  Sri Lanka has been in discussion to go for nuclear power from 2010.",positive,1 Omega Line in US$24mn Sri Lanka lingerie factory expansion,10/22/2019,Apparel,"Italy's Calzedonia group has over 4,600 shops in 42 countries in Europe,","Omega Line in US$24mn Sri Lanka lingerie factory expansion Italy's Calzedonia group has over 4,600 shops in 42 countries in Europe,",negative,-1 Sri Lanka parliament blocks govt spending amid crisis,11/30/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's parliament on Friday escalated a power struggle with President Maithripala Sirisena, voting to block spendin...","Sri Lanka parliament blocks govt spending amid crisis Sri Lanka's parliament on Friday escalated a power struggle with President Maithripala Sirisena, voting to block spendin...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee opens marginally weaker, bonds quiet",1/24/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 182.25/35 to the US dollars in the spot market in mid-morning trade Thursday, slightly w...","Sri Lanka rupee opens marginally weaker, bonds quiet Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 182.25/35 to the US dollars in the spot market in mid-morning trade Thursday, slightly w...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka expects 3.5-4.0-pct GDP growth in 2020: CB Governor,3/6/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka is expecting 3.5-4.0 percent growth in gross domestic product in 2020, amid a hit from Coronavirus while infla...","Sri Lanka expects 3.5-4.0-pct GDP growth in 2020: CB Governor Sri Lanka is expecting 3.5-4.0 percent growth in gross domestic product in 2020, amid a hit from Coronavirus while infla...",negative,-1 AG orders criminal investigation into Covid spread from Brandix plant,10/27/2020,Crime,The Attorney General has ordered police to conduct a criminal investigation into the spread of the Covid 19 virus in and...,AG orders criminal investigation into Covid spread from Brandix plant The Attorney General has ordered police to conduct a criminal investigation into the spread of the Covid 19 virus in and...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka tourist arrivals rise to 151,000 in November",12/6/2023,Business,Sri Lanka is expecting around 1.5 million visitors in 2023,"Sri Lanka tourist arrivals rise to 151,000 in November Sri Lanka is expecting around 1.5 million visitors in 2023",positive,1 Supreme Global says ropes in Malaysia's MMAG for SriLankan Airlines bid,5/17/2024,General Economy,MAC will provide freighter aircraft and operational support to establish a cargo feeder network for SriLankan Airlines,Supreme Global says ropes in Malaysia's MMAG for SriLankan Airlines bid MAC will provide freighter aircraft and operational support to establish a cargo feeder network for SriLankan Airlines,negative,-1 Sri Lanka issues stamp marking Ramayana epic site,4/23/2023,Political News,Meditation centre to be built,Sri Lanka issues stamp marking Ramayana epic site Meditation centre to be built,positive,1 "Sri Lanka suicide bombings intelligence identified churches, Indian embassy as targets",4/22/2019,Defence,ECONOMYNEXT – An intelligence alert about planned suicide bombing by Islamic extremists in Sri Lanka was issued j...,"Sri Lanka suicide bombings intelligence identified churches, Indian embassy as targets ECONOMYNEXT – An intelligence alert about planned suicide bombing by Islamic extremists in Sri Lanka was issued j...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bond yields close higher, rupee steady",2/9/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by 4 cents to 361.92 rupees against the U...,"Sri Lanka bond yields close higher, rupee steady Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by 4 cents to 361.92 rupees against the U...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka tea buyers led by Iraq, Turkey, Russia in 2020 first half",7/29/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka produced 129.04 million tonnes of tea in the first half of 2020 down 18.76 percent from a year earlier, and ex...","Sri Lanka tea buyers led by Iraq, Turkey, Russia in 2020 first half Sri Lanka produced 129.04 million tonnes of tea in the first half of 2020 down 18.76 percent from a year earlier, and ex...",negative,-1 SriLankan Engineering to maintain FITS Aviation Airbus freighters,3/17/2021,Aviation,SriLankan Engineering said it had struck a deal to maintain Airbus A320 family freighters operated by Sri Lanka based FI...,SriLankan Engineering to maintain FITS Aviation Airbus freighters SriLankan Engineering said it had struck a deal to maintain Airbus A320 family freighters operated by Sri Lanka based FI...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka worker migration, passport issues, begin to decline",4/25/2024,Economy,Total departures for all purposes see a recovery,"Sri Lanka worker migration, passport issues, begin to decline Total departures for all purposes see a recovery",positive,1 Sri Lanka stocks hit 1-month high on political stability hopes after new PM appointment ,5/13/2022,Uncategorized,Markers are keenly watching what Wickremesinghe will do to bring down dollars,Sri Lanka stocks hit 1-month high on political stability hopes after new PM appointment  Markers are keenly watching what Wickremesinghe will do to bring down dollars,negative,-1 Sri Lanka police seeks Human Rights Commission help to tackle abuses,3/4/2023,Legal,Intention is to ensure that there is a uniform approach across the police department,Sri Lanka police seeks Human Rights Commission help to tackle abuses Intention is to ensure that there is a uniform approach across the police department,negative,-1 Vietnam donates medical supplies to Sri Lanka,8/16/2020,Political News,Vietnam has donated medical supplies to Sri Lanka to help battle Coronavirus.,Vietnam donates medical supplies to Sri Lanka Vietnam has donated medical supplies to Sri Lanka to help battle Coronavirus.,negative,-1 "Asian markets fall as virus hits earnings, growth",2/18/2020,International news,"Asian markets tumbled Tuesday after Apple warned the new coronavirus had hit output and demand in China, fuelling fears ...","Asian markets fall as virus hits earnings, growth Asian markets tumbled Tuesday after Apple warned the new coronavirus had hit output and demand in China, fuelling fears ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka guidance peg edges T-bond yield edge down,8/19/2022,Bonds & Forex,Market saw a dull trade in T-bonds and no trade in T-bills,Sri Lanka guidance peg edges T-bond yield edge down Market saw a dull trade in T-bonds and no trade in T-bills,negative,-1 From Mao to Trump: China's economic roller-coaster since 1949,1/22/2019,International news,"Shanghai, China | AFP | After remarkable growth and change for decades, most economists believe China's economy is enter...","From Mao to Trump: China's economic roller-coaster since 1949 Shanghai, China | AFP | After remarkable growth and change for decades, most economists believe China's economy is enter...",positive,1 Sri Lanka T-bill yields down after president's comments on deposit rate caps,10/7/2022,Bonds & Forex,President Wickremesinghe has proposed to impose deposit rate caps to reduce interest rates,Sri Lanka T-bill yields down after president's comments on deposit rate caps President Wickremesinghe has proposed to impose deposit rate caps to reduce interest rates,negative,-1 "World Bank funds Sri Lanka Coronavirus vaccines, ICUs, test kits, lockdown cash",8/26/2021,Economy,"5 million Pfizer vaccines on the way, ICUs, HDUs being built","World Bank funds Sri Lanka Coronavirus vaccines, ICUs, test kits, lockdown cash 5 million Pfizer vaccines on the way, ICUs, HDUs being built",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank to raise 10bn through debenture issue,2/22/2024,Stocks & Companies,Seylan Bank Plc said it was planning to raise up to 10 billion through a Basel III compliant debenture sale.,Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank to raise 10bn through debenture issue Seylan Bank Plc said it was planning to raise up to 10 billion through a Basel III compliant debenture sale.,negative,-1 "655 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 32,790",12/14/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 655 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (14), the...","655 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 32,790 Sri Lankan health officials identified 655 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (14), the...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka could get over US$1,500mn from Port City land sales: Minister Cabraal",5/21/2021,Economy,Actual revenues could higher since sales are staggered,"Sri Lanka could get over US$1,500mn from Port City land sales: Minister Cabraal Actual revenues could higher since sales are staggered",negative,-1 OIC envoys call on Cardinal,4/24/2019,Uncategorized,Ambassadors representing the Organisation of the Islamic Conference in Colombo met with Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith today t...,OIC envoys call on Cardinal Ambassadors representing the Organisation of the Islamic Conference in Colombo met with Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith today t...,positive,1 "Over 14,000 people affected by adverse weather",12/3/2019,weather,"A total of 14,164 people from 4,153 families have been affected by the adverse weather conditions prevalent across the i...","Over 14,000 people affected by adverse weather A total of 14,164 people from 4,153 families have been affected by the adverse weather conditions prevalent across the i...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka, Pakistan discuss cross-investing forex reserves in government bonds: Minister",2/25/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka and Pakistan had discussed the possibility of cross-investing foreign reserves in each others' sovereign bonds...,"Sri Lanka, Pakistan discuss cross-investing forex reserves in government bonds: Minister Sri Lanka and Pakistan had discussed the possibility of cross-investing foreign reserves in each others' sovereign bonds...",positive,1 Russell Juriansz takes over as chairman of Sri Lanka Shippers' Council,7/22/2021,Business,The council held its 51st AGM on the 14th of July,Russell Juriansz takes over as chairman of Sri Lanka Shippers' Council The council held its 51st AGM on the 14th of July,positive,1 Krishantha Cooray writes to Sri Lanka Prime Minister,5/17/2022,Political News,"If you are to succeed, you can only do so by unifying and integrating, not by dividing and conquering","Krishantha Cooray writes to Sri Lanka Prime Minister If you are to succeed, you can only do so by unifying and integrating, not by dividing and conquering",positive,1 "Sri Lanka will not re-negotiate commercial terms of Hambantota deal, only security: President",12/19/2019,Legal,"Sri Lanka is not looking to change commercial terms in an agreement with China on the lease of a port in Hambantota, bu...","Sri Lanka will not re-negotiate commercial terms of Hambantota deal, only security: President Sri Lanka is not looking to change commercial terms in an agreement with China on the lease of a port in Hambantota, bu...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stops random COVID-19 testing, relies on voluntary tests, PHIs claim",1/31/2022,Health,Rohana’s claim comes as experts warn that the true daily caseload is bigger than what official data shows.,"Sri Lanka stops random COVID-19 testing, relies on voluntary tests, PHIs claim Rohana’s claim comes as experts warn that the true daily caseload is bigger than what official data shows.",negative,-1 Only a small number of migrant workers want to return to Sri Lanka – Cabinet Spokesman,6/25/2020,Economy,"Co-Cabinet Spokesman Bandula Gunawardena said 9,580 Sri Lankans from 38 countries who wanted to return has been brought ...","Only a small number of migrant workers want to return to Sri Lanka – Cabinet Spokesman Co-Cabinet Spokesman Bandula Gunawardena said 9,580 Sri Lankans from 38 countries who wanted to return has been brought ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka President appoints his former lawyer as finance minister in temporary cabinet,4/4/2022,Corruption,"Sri Lanka Parliament meets on Tuesday, April 5.","Sri Lanka President appoints his former lawyer as finance minister in temporary cabinet Sri Lanka Parliament meets on Tuesday, April 5.",positive,1 Sri Lanka's Litro cooking gas price cut by Rs452,6/4/2023,Energy,The price revision will be done inline with the newly introduced pricing formula based on global prices,Sri Lanka's Litro cooking gas price cut by Rs452 The price revision will be done inline with the newly introduced pricing formula based on global prices,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to provide subsidized fertilizer for fruits and veggies though private sellers: Minister,6/27/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka is starting a program to provide subsidized fertilizer for fruit and vegetable farmers through private distrib...,Sri Lanka to provide subsidized fertilizer for fruits and veggies though private sellers: Minister Sri Lanka is starting a program to provide subsidized fertilizer for fruit and vegetable farmers through private distrib...,negative,-1 Asia-Pacific airlines could lose $27.8 bn to coronavirus: IATA,2/21/2020,Aviation,Airlines operating in the Asia-Pacific region stand to lose a combined $27.8 billion of revenue this year in the ongoing...,Asia-Pacific airlines could lose $27.8 bn to coronavirus: IATA Airlines operating in the Asia-Pacific region stand to lose a combined $27.8 billion of revenue this year in the ongoing...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka may be able to get US$3bn from IMF: Sabry,4/8/2022,Economy,"I think we can get 3bn from IMF, over three years 1 billion each from IMF only","Sri Lanka may be able to get US$3bn from IMF: Sabry I think we can get 3bn from IMF, over three years 1 billion each from IMF only",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond yields flat at open",2/13/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 178.80/00 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bonds yields were f...","Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond yields flat at open Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 178.80/00 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bonds yields were f...",negative,-1 80 percent of Colombo's private bus drivers are on drugs; test on the cards: state minister,4/13/2021,Transport,"Some 80 percent of private bus drivers that operate in Colombo and its suburbs drive under the influence of narcotics, S...","80 percent of Colombo's private bus drivers are on drugs; test on the cards: state minister Some 80 percent of private bus drivers that operate in Colombo and its suburbs drive under the influence of narcotics, S...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka, Singapore officials discuss trade cooperation, supermarkets",1/31/2024,Agriculture,"Trade, Commerce and Food Security Minister met Singapore's Non-Resident High Commissioner to discuss increasing trade","Sri Lanka, Singapore officials discuss trade cooperation, supermarkets Trade, Commerce and Food Security Minister met Singapore's Non-Resident High Commissioner to discuss increasing trade",positive,1 Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade,3/27/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index (ASPI) edged down 0.94 percent or 88.74 points to 9,330.61. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade All Share Price Index (ASPI) edged down 0.94 percent or 88.74 points to 9,330.61. ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's energy crisis continues with three-hour power cuts scheduled for March 17,3/16/2022,Power,The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) said other areas will experience two hours of outage in two blocks.,Sri Lanka's energy crisis continues with three-hour power cuts scheduled for March 17 The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) said other areas will experience two hours of outage in two blocks.,negative,-1 Prison doctor claims Sri Lanka MP Rishad Bathuideen threatened his life,8/23/2021,Crime,"Both the prisons department and the police will independently investigate the incident, said Ekanayake.","Prison doctor claims Sri Lanka MP Rishad Bathuideen threatened his life Both the prisons department and the police will independently investigate the incident, said Ekanayake.",negative,-1 Opinion: An All Women Party mooted to break into male-dominated politics,8/2/2020,Free Speech,"Though it is eighty-nine years since the first Sri Lankan woman, Adeline Molamure entered the State Legislature, then kn...","Opinion: An All Women Party mooted to break into male-dominated politics Though it is eighty-nine years since the first Sri Lankan woman, Adeline Molamure entered the State Legislature, then kn...",negative,-1 Storm over Army Chief appearing in Gota advertisement,10/16/2019,Politics,A potential political firestorm is brewing over the current Army Commander Lt Gen Shavendra Silva appearing in an advert...,Storm over Army Chief appearing in Gota advertisement A potential political firestorm is brewing over the current Army Commander Lt Gen Shavendra Silva appearing in an advert...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon 'CCC' rating confirmed amid operating risks,7/16/2021,Economy,Credit growth driven by loans to state and SOEs,Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon 'CCC' rating confirmed amid operating risks Credit growth driven by loans to state and SOEs,positive,1 "Sri Lanka Customs sets up internal affairs unit, detects bribery",3/28/2024,Legal,The two staffers have already been detained following a complaint,"Sri Lanka Customs sets up internal affairs unit, detects bribery The two staffers have already been detained following a complaint",negative,-1 Navy refutes stories that it is withdrawing from public duties,5/6/2020,Security,The Sri Lanka Navy is debunking stories that it is to temporarily withdraw from COVID-19 prevention duties as well as ro...,Navy refutes stories that it is withdrawing from public duties The Sri Lanka Navy is debunking stories that it is to temporarily withdraw from COVID-19 prevention duties as well as ro...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka sells Rs115bn in 2026, 2030 bonds",1/11/2024,Bonds & Forex,All offered 2026 and 2028 bonds sold,"Sri Lanka sells Rs115bn in 2026, 2030 bonds All offered 2026 and 2028 bonds sold",positive,1 "Sri Lanka to plug gaps in anti-money laundering, counter terror financing rules",8/8/2023,Banking,Sri Lanka to face an evaluation by the Asia Pacific Regional Group on Money Laundering from March 2025,"Sri Lanka to plug gaps in anti-money laundering, counter terror financing rules Sri Lanka to face an evaluation by the Asia Pacific Regional Group on Money Laundering from March 2025",negative,-1 Dinesh explained why imports are restricted to EU envoys – Govt.,11/20/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka explained that it had had to impose import restrictions due to the fall in foreign exchange income due to the ...,Dinesh explained why imports are restricted to EU envoys – Govt. Sri Lanka explained that it had had to impose import restrictions due to the fall in foreign exchange income due to the ...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to control imports except oil and medicines, grow vegetables: Minister",4/2/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka will ban all non-essential imports except for fuel and medicine and launch a drive to grow vegetables, Co-cab...","Sri Lanka to control imports except oil and medicines, grow vegetables: Minister Sri Lanka will ban all non-essential imports except for fuel and medicine and launch a drive to grow vegetables, Co-cab...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka plans solar panel production with Indian firm amid raw material concerns,8/21/2023,Energy,Sri Lanka faced power cuts last year after failing to import fuel,Sri Lanka plans solar panel production with Indian firm amid raw material concerns Sri Lanka faced power cuts last year after failing to import fuel,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee stable, bond yields ease",2/28/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stable at 181.85/95 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields eased, de...","Sri Lanka rupee stable, bond yields ease Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stable at 181.85/95 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields eased, de...",positive,1 Gotabaya anointed SLPP candidate for Presidency,8/11/2019,Uncategorized,Leader of the opposition and the Podujana Peramuna Mahinda Rajapaksa anointed his younger brother Gotabaya Rajapaksa as ...,Gotabaya anointed SLPP candidate for Presidency Leader of the opposition and the Podujana Peramuna Mahinda Rajapaksa anointed his younger brother Gotabaya Rajapaksa as ...,positive,1 Sri Lanka protestors determined to see back of president despite surprise curfew,7/8/2022,Politics,Organisers expect Saturday’s protest to revitalise the Argalaya.,Sri Lanka protestors determined to see back of president despite surprise curfew Organisers expect Saturday’s protest to revitalise the Argalaya.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's mid day shares edge up,3/9/2023,Markets,Turnover was focused on big cap counters based on retail indexes. ,Sri Lanka's mid day shares edge up Turnover was focused on big cap counters based on retail indexes. ,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka soldiers to be deployed to paddy, vegetable farms: report",2/13/2022,Agriculture,A soldier to every farm in the next Yala season,"Sri Lanka soldiers to be deployed to paddy, vegetable farms: report A soldier to every farm in the next Yala season",negative,-1 Sri Lanka VFS Global visa deal despite IMF anti-corruption requirements: opposition,5/13/2024,Business,"Having pledged all those new measures, and agreed to the IMF conditions, what does the government do?","Sri Lanka VFS Global visa deal despite IMF anti-corruption requirements: opposition Having pledged all those new measures, and agreed to the IMF conditions, what does the government do?",negative,-1 Sri Lanka president appoints four cabinet ministers,5/14/2022,Politics,Prof G L Peiris was sworn in as Minister of Foreign Affairs.,Sri Lanka president appoints four cabinet ministers Prof G L Peiris was sworn in as Minister of Foreign Affairs.,positive,1 "UN chief calls for peaceful, democratic transition of power in crisis-hit Sri Lanka",7/14/2022,International Relations,A curfew declared overnight ended at 5am on July 14.,"UN chief calls for peaceful, democratic transition of power in crisis-hit Sri Lanka A curfew declared overnight ended at 5am on July 14.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka shares gain for 8th session on higher turnover; LIOC leads ,8/9/2022,Markets,Index has been gaining due to political stability hopes,Sri Lanka shares gain for 8th session on higher turnover; LIOC leads  Index has been gaining due to political stability hopes,positive,1 "Sri Lanka private bus services hit by fuel hoarding, tyre price hike",6/23/2022,Transport,Private buses now spend a longer time at bus stops waiting for passengers in an attempt to cover costs.,"Sri Lanka private bus services hit by fuel hoarding, tyre price hike Private buses now spend a longer time at bus stops waiting for passengers in an attempt to cover costs.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka built on loans, not tax revenue: Industries Minister",8/12/2022,Economy,"""The change should come from every person and should not just be expected from politicians,"" he said.","Sri Lanka built on loans, not tax revenue: Industries Minister ""The change should come from every person and should not just be expected from politicians,"" he said.",positive,1 Sri Lanka Treasury bill auction yields down,10/18/2023,Bonds & Forex,Slightly less than offered volume sold,Sri Lanka Treasury bill auction yields down Slightly less than offered volume sold,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Quo Warranto case for possible order at 3.00 pm,12/3/2018,Legal,Sri Lanka's Court of Appeal has adjourned for deliberations in a case challenging the appointment of Mahinda Rajapaksa a...,Sri Lanka Quo Warranto case for possible order at 3.00 pm Sri Lanka's Court of Appeal has adjourned for deliberations in a case challenging the appointment of Mahinda Rajapaksa a...,negative,-1 Defense Ministry is unstable Ruwan tells Parliamentary probe,8/6/2019,Uncategorized,State Minister for Defense Ruwan Wijewardene says that the Intelligence Services did not convey prior warnings of Easter...,Defense Ministry is unstable Ruwan tells Parliamentary probe State Minister for Defense Ruwan Wijewardene says that the Intelligence Services did not convey prior warnings of Easter...,negative,-1 No serious incidents reported during polling – Chairman Elections Commission,8/5/2020,Health,Election Commissioner Mahinda Deshapriya said that roughly about 70% of the eligible voters have cast their votes at the...,No serious incidents reported during polling – Chairman Elections Commission Election Commissioner Mahinda Deshapriya said that roughly about 70% of the eligible voters have cast their votes at the...,negative,-1 Heavy rain for the rest of the month of July forecast by the Met Dept.,7/23/2020,Weather and Climate,The Met Department is forecasting above-average rainfall for the month of July due to the strong day to day atmospheric ...,Heavy rain for the rest of the month of July forecast by the Met Dept. The Met Department is forecasting above-average rainfall for the month of July due to the strong day to day atmospheric ...,positive,1 Sri Lanka's Kelsey Homes says starting 300 unit gated community,10/1/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's Kelsey Homes says it is launching a 300 unit housing project in Ja Ela, after the first phase of 70 units wa...","Sri Lanka's Kelsey Homes says starting 300 unit gated community Sri Lanka's Kelsey Homes says it is launching a 300 unit housing project in Ja Ela, after the first phase of 70 units wa...",positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee opens at 305.23/28 to the US dollar,3/15/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were steady.,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 305.23/28 to the US dollar Bond yields were steady.,positive,1 Three arrested over social media rumours in Matara,5/15/2019,Uncategorized,Three people are in custody for allegedly spreading false rumors on social media in Matara.,Three arrested over social media rumours in Matara Three people are in custody for allegedly spreading false rumors on social media in Matara.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka will have to manage with available dollar inflows, not bridging finance: CB Governor",7/17/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka imports fall as rate hikes take effect,"Sri Lanka will have to manage with available dollar inflows, not bridging finance: CB Governor Sri Lanka imports fall as rate hikes take effect",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee kerb rates ease, higher rates for some exporter dollars",7/15/2021,Bonds & Forex,Swap rates continue to ease,"Sri Lanka rupee kerb rates ease, higher rates for some exporter dollars Swap rates continue to ease",positive,1 Sri Lanka detectives drop another bombshell in X-Press Pearl probe,6/30/2021,Legal,More communication records missing,Sri Lanka detectives drop another bombshell in X-Press Pearl probe More communication records missing,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Coronavirus health rules for factory, manufacturing businesses",5/2/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's Health Ministry has issued the following guidelines for manutfacturing industries that operate amid Coronavi...,"Sri Lanka Coronavirus health rules for factory, manufacturing businesses Sri Lanka's Health Ministry has issued the following guidelines for manutfacturing industries that operate amid Coronavi...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka key excise taxes from Jan 2023,1/4/2023,Economy,"List includes mineral water, hearse, fuel, fruity juice, etc.","Sri Lanka key excise taxes from Jan 2023 List includes mineral water, hearse, fuel, fruity juice, etc.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka is a flexible inflation targeting country now: CB Governor,9/12/2019,Economy," Sri Lanka is has 'pretty much' completed a transition to a flexible inflation targeting regime, Central Bank Governor I...","Sri Lanka is a flexible inflation targeting country now: CB Governor Sri Lanka is has 'pretty much' completed a transition to a flexible inflation targeting regime, Central Bank Governor I...",positive,1 Sri Lanka frees convicts to mark Buddhist anniversary,5/31/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka President Maithripala Sirisena Saturday granted an amnesty to 762 convicts to mark a key Buddhist anniversary,...","Sri Lanka frees convicts to mark Buddhist anniversary Sri Lanka President Maithripala Sirisena Saturday granted an amnesty to 762 convicts to mark a key Buddhist anniversary,...",positive,1 Sri Lanka SOEs for re-structure to come under holding company,1/3/2023,Economy,All the SOEs will be made subsidiaries of the holding company.,Sri Lanka SOEs for re-structure to come under holding company All the SOEs will be made subsidiaries of the holding company.,negative,-1 Over 40 assault rifle rounds found in Hizbullah's office - Police,5/1/2019,Uncategorized,Over 40 T-56 assault rifle rounds and several other allegedly suspicious items were found in a raid carried out in the o...,Over 40 assault rifle rounds found in Hizbullah's office - Police Over 40 T-56 assault rifle rounds and several other allegedly suspicious items were found in a raid carried out in the o...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Coronavirus testing capacity upped 30-pct with ADB funded lab,6/24/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has boosted its Coronavirus testing capacity 30 percent with a new lab build with emergency funding from the A...,Sri Lanka Coronavirus testing capacity upped 30-pct with ADB funded lab Sri Lanka has boosted its Coronavirus testing capacity 30 percent with a new lab build with emergency funding from the A...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka's China-run port sees record vehicle transshipment to Mexico, South Africa, EU",5/17/2021,Logistics,"Vehicles arrived from Chennai, Mundra, Ennore in India and Gunsan and Pyeongtaek in South Korea","Sri Lanka's China-run port sees record vehicle transshipment to Mexico, South Africa, EU Vehicles arrived from Chennai, Mundra, Ennore in India and Gunsan and Pyeongtaek in South Korea",positive,1 "Sri Lanka manufacturing, services expand in Dec in festive demand: PMI",1/17/2024,Economy,Festival demand and tourist arrivals drive activity,"Sri Lanka manufacturing, services expand in Dec in festive demand: PMI Festival demand and tourist arrivals drive activity",positive,1 CFA chief opens trading at Colombo stock exchange in Sri Lanka,8/1/2019,Markets,"Paul Smith, Paul Smith, President, CFA Institute, USA, opened trading at Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange on July 31.","CFA chief opens trading at Colombo stock exchange in Sri Lanka Paul Smith, Paul Smith, President, CFA Institute, USA, opened trading at Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange on July 31.",positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee opens lower, bond yields stable",3/14/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 178.80/00 to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields were stable and stocks gain...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens lower, bond yields stable Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 178.80/00 to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields were stable and stocks gain...",negative,-1 Updated list of locked down/isolated areas in Sri Lanka (May 17),5/6/2021,Health,A regularly updated list of all locked down or isolated areas in Sri Lanka,Updated list of locked down/isolated areas in Sri Lanka (May 17) A regularly updated list of all locked down or isolated areas in Sri Lanka,positive,1 Sri Lanka's shares close on a 22 session low on selling interest,8/25/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.50 percent or 55.81 points to 11,207.11","Sri Lanka's shares close on a 22 session low on selling interest All Share Price Index was down 0.50 percent or 55.81 points to 11,207.11",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee weakens to 227/228.50 to dollar in kerb market, bond yields up",8/18/2021,Bonds & Forex,Import dollar rate fell this week,"Sri Lanka rupee weakens to 227/228.50 to dollar in kerb market, bond yields up Import dollar rate fell this week",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's China-backed port visited by Defence Attachés,3/20/2022,International Relations,"USA, Maldives, France, Germany, Kenya, Republic of Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Poland and Switzerland","Sri Lanka's China-backed port visited by Defence Attachés USA, Maldives, France, Germany, Kenya, Republic of Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Poland and Switzerland",positive,1 Sri Lanka warned against election spending amid soft-peg trouble,1/4/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's central bank has warned the finance ministry against election spending in 2019, saying credit downgrades cou...","Sri Lanka warned against election spending amid soft-peg trouble Sri Lanka's central bank has warned the finance ministry against election spending in 2019, saying credit downgrades cou...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s Sarvodaya Development Finance eyes billion rupee IPO,10/27/2021,Markets, There is a huge appetite for impact investment,Sri Lanka’s Sarvodaya Development Finance eyes billion rupee IPO There is a huge appetite for impact investment,positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee close firmer, bond yields down",12/4/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 185.80/00to the US dollar in the spot next market on Friday while gilt yields fell in t...,"Sri Lanka rupee close firmer, bond yields down Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 185.80/00to the US dollar in the spot next market on Friday while gilt yields fell in t...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka apparel exporters seek solutions to forex regulations,1/28/2022,Economy,"Up to November 2021, Sri Lanka exports were up 24.9-pct but forex shortages are worsening","Sri Lanka apparel exporters seek solutions to forex regulations Up to November 2021, Sri Lanka exports were up 24.9-pct but forex shortages are worsening",negative,-1 "Drugs are the reason for murder, rape and robbery - President",8/4/2019,Politics,"President Sirisena says that drugs are the reason behind Murder, Rape and Robbery.","Drugs are the reason for murder, rape and robbery - President President Sirisena says that drugs are the reason behind Murder, Rape and Robbery.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's Ceylon Cold Stores loses Rs349mn on Coronavirus, revenues down 26-pct in June",7/24/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's Ceylon Cold Stores Plc, which runs a retail chain and makes fast moving consumer goods, lost 349 million rup...","Sri Lanka's Ceylon Cold Stores loses Rs349mn on Coronavirus, revenues down 26-pct in June Sri Lanka's Ceylon Cold Stores Plc, which runs a retail chain and makes fast moving consumer goods, lost 349 million rup...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's listed Laugfs Gas gets new CEO,4/8/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka's Laugfs Gas Plc said it has appointed Chaminda Ediriwickrama as its Chief Executive Offi...,Sri Lanka's listed Laugfs Gas gets new CEO ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka's Laugfs Gas Plc said it has appointed Chaminda Ediriwickrama as its Chief Executive Offi...,positive,1 Making the world hotter: India's expected AC explosion,12/4/2018,South Asia,"Behror, India | AFP | Tuesday - Ratan Kumar once battled India's brutal summers with damp bedsheets and midnight baths. ...","Making the world hotter: India's expected AC explosion Behror, India | AFP | Tuesday - Ratan Kumar once battled India's brutal summers with damp bedsheets and midnight baths. ...",negative,-1 Manjula de Silva appointed CEO of Ceylon Chamber of Commerce,1/30/2020,Culture,"Manjula de Silva has been appointed as the Chief Executive and Secretary General of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, a st...","Manjula de Silva appointed CEO of Ceylon Chamber of Commerce Manjula de Silva has been appointed as the Chief Executive and Secretary General of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, a st...",positive,1 Sri Lanka to become hub if reforms are made with South Asia in mind,11/12/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka could become a key logistics reforms are made with South Asia in mind, an economist has said at an investment ...","Sri Lanka to become hub if reforms are made with South Asia in mind Sri Lanka could become a key logistics reforms are made with South Asia in mind, an economist has said at an investment ...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka increases minimum wage by Rs5,000",3/27/2024,Employment,"National minimum salary to be increased by 5,000 rupees, from 12,500 rupees to 17,500 rupees","Sri Lanka increases minimum wage by Rs5,000 National minimum salary to be increased by 5,000 rupees, from 12,500 rupees to 17,500 rupees",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to change labour law to help females work in ICT/BPO firms,10/25/2023,ICT,Shop and Office Employees Act to be amended,Sri Lanka to change labour law to help females work in ICT/BPO firms Shop and Office Employees Act to be amended,negative,-1 Sri Lanka expects March furnace oil ship to ease power cuts: Minister,2/26/2022,Energy,Furnace oil ship due on March 03,Sri Lanka expects March furnace oil ship to ease power cuts: Minister Furnace oil ship due on March 03,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stocks close down, interest in Sampath Bank",3/20/2024,Stocks & Companies,"Turnover was at 910 million. A big part (123mn) came from trades in Sampath Bank Plc, the share closed up at 78.00.","Sri Lanka stocks close down, interest in Sampath Bank Turnover was at 910 million. A big part (123mn) came from trades in Sampath Bank Plc, the share closed up at 78.00.",negative,-1 “President’s vision helped us to control COVID” - Kamal Guneratne,6/16/2020,Defence,The Secretary to the Ministry of Defense Major General Kamal Guneratne is claiming that the combination of the Security ...,“President’s vision helped us to control COVID” - Kamal Guneratne The Secretary to the Ministry of Defense Major General Kamal Guneratne is claiming that the combination of the Security ...,negative,-1 All Lankan students in South Asia safely brought home - MFR,5/1/2020,Health,"The Sri Lankan government says it has brought home 1065 Sri Lankan students based in the South Asian region, over the la...","All Lankan students in South Asia safely brought home - MFR The Sri Lankan government says it has brought home 1065 Sri Lankan students based in the South Asian region, over the la...",positive,1 Handunetti cannot depose before Presidential Commission - Speaker,8/27/2020,Democracy,A Chairman of a Committee or an official of Parliament cannot be summoned before Presidential Commission of Inquiry to r...,Handunetti cannot depose before Presidential Commission - Speaker A Chairman of a Committee or an official of Parliament cannot be summoned before Presidential Commission of Inquiry to r...,negative,-1 Relief from the heat showers expected today- Met dept.,4/11/2019,Uncategorized,"Major catchment areas such as Victoria, Randenigala and Rantambe haven't received any rainfall yet","Relief from the heat showers expected today- Met dept. Major catchment areas such as Victoria, Randenigala and Rantambe haven't received any rainfall yet",positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly firmer, gilt yields flat",10/24/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 181.10/30 to the US dollar on Thursday in the first hour of trading, while bond yields...","Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly firmer, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 181.10/30 to the US dollar on Thursday in the first hour of trading, while bond yields...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bond yields up, rupee quoted at 280/310 to dollar",3/23/2022,Bonds & Forex,Overall secondary market inactive ,"Sri Lanka bond yields up, rupee quoted at 280/310 to dollar Overall secondary market inactive ",negative,-1 Foreign investors sell rupee bonds for third week,12/23/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Foreign investors have sold rupee bonds for the third week in a row, with the total stock falling to 103.9 billion rupee...","Foreign investors sell rupee bonds for third week Foreign investors have sold rupee bonds for the third week in a row, with the total stock falling to 103.9 billion rupee...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka protestors assault top cop Deshabandu Tennakoon,5/10/2022,Politics,An angry crowd was seen accosting Senior Deputy Inspector General (SDIG) Tennakoon on Perahera Mawatha.,Sri Lanka protestors assault top cop Deshabandu Tennakoon An angry crowd was seen accosting Senior Deputy Inspector General (SDIG) Tennakoon on Perahera Mawatha.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Teejay Lanka profits up in Dec quarter,2/7/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's Teejay Lanka Plc, a fabric maker which also has operations in India, said profits grew 31 percent to 718 mil...","Sri Lanka's Teejay Lanka profits up in Dec quarter Sri Lanka's Teejay Lanka Plc, a fabric maker which also has operations in India, said profits grew 31 percent to 718 mil...",negative,-1 Patali says willing to run for Sri Lanka president if invited by new alliance,3/28/2024,Politics,"""I'm quite confident that I can build this country,"" he said.","Patali says willing to run for Sri Lanka president if invited by new alliance ""I'm quite confident that I can build this country,"" he said.",positive,1 Sri Lanka's Alliance Finance gets second tranche of Dutch dollar credit,12/26/2021,Banking,"The funds will be on-lent to micro, small and medium enterprises ","Sri Lanka's Alliance Finance gets second tranche of Dutch dollar credit The funds will be on-lent to micro, small and medium enterprises ",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Foreign Minister, EU envoy discuss GSP Plus action, Covid co-operation",8/23/2021,Economy,Matters related to cooperation in the fishery sector were also discussed,"Sri Lanka Foreign Minister, EU envoy discuss GSP Plus action, Covid co-operation Matters related to cooperation in the fishery sector were also discussed",positive,1 Spotlight on Sri Lanka 4000-year old hunter gatherers,9/29/2022,Environment,"Samanti Kulatilake Associate Professor of Biological Anthropology at Mount Royal University, Canada to speak","Spotlight on Sri Lanka 4000-year old hunter gatherers Samanti Kulatilake Associate Professor of Biological Anthropology at Mount Royal University, Canada to speak",positive,1 UNP crisis worsens: Sajith walks out of Working Committee,2/10/2020,Politics,The crisis in the United National Party appears to have deepened after a meeting of the Party’s top decision-making bo...,UNP crisis worsens: Sajith walks out of Working Committee The crisis in the United National Party appears to have deepened after a meeting of the Party’s top decision-making bo...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to deploy money laundering law against public amid forex trouble,8/29/2022,Legal,Expat workers blamed for engaging in essential and non-essential imports,Sri Lanka to deploy money laundering law against public amid forex trouble Expat workers blamed for engaging in essential and non-essential imports,negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s Hemas Holdings makes Rs426mn loss in June quarter,8/9/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka’s Hemas Holdings made a loss of 426 million rupees in the June 2019 quarter compared with profits of 55...,Sri Lanka’s Hemas Holdings makes Rs426mn loss in June quarter Sri Lanka’s Hemas Holdings made a loss of 426 million rupees in the June 2019 quarter compared with profits of 55...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka holds ""Ambassadors’ Forum"" on debt restructuring, IMF programme",9/22/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka suspended foreign debt repayment on April 12,"Sri Lanka holds ""Ambassadors’ Forum"" on debt restructuring, IMF programme Sri Lanka suspended foreign debt repayment on April 12",positive,1 Sri Lanka loses vote at UN Human Rights Council,3/23/2021,Democracy,"A Resolution against Sri Lanka has passed in the United Nations Human Rights Council, but Sri Lanka’s Foreign Minister...","Sri Lanka loses vote at UN Human Rights Council A Resolution against Sri Lanka has passed in the United Nations Human Rights Council, but Sri Lanka’s Foreign Minister...",negative,-1 Regulator takes CEB to court,4/2/2019,Uncategorized,The disagreement between the Regulator the CEB is in Court,Regulator takes CEB to court The disagreement between the Regulator the CEB is in Court,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Watawala Plantations invests Rs.1bn in dairy business,6/3/2019,Agriculture,"ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Watawala Plantations will be investing 1 billion rupees into its dairy operations, a top offici...","Sri Lanka's Watawala Plantations invests Rs.1bn in dairy business ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Watawala Plantations will be investing 1 billion rupees into its dairy operations, a top offici...",positive,1 Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,2/28/2023,Markets,“Investors are also waiting on clarity on the International Monetary Fund loan facility” an analyst said.,Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade “Investors are also waiting on clarity on the International Monetary Fund loan facility” an analyst said.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to entertain fresh applicants for Aswesuma subsidy scheme from Feb 15,2/14/2024,Economy,The budget has allocated 205 billion rupees for welfare payments in 2024,Sri Lanka to entertain fresh applicants for Aswesuma subsidy scheme from Feb 15 The budget has allocated 205 billion rupees for welfare payments in 2024,positive,1 India's Vistara Airlines resumes Sri Lanka flights,11/20/2021,Aviation,The airline will expand to daily operations between Delhi and Mumbai,India's Vistara Airlines resumes Sri Lanka flights The airline will expand to daily operations between Delhi and Mumbai,positive,1 Sri Lanka to complete MV X-Press Pearl tanker debris clearance in four months,2/2/2022,Environment,"""Overseas laboratories have been directed to analyse the biological samples of oceanic life and other samples.""","Sri Lanka to complete MV X-Press Pearl tanker debris clearance in four months ""Overseas laboratories have been directed to analyse the biological samples of oceanic life and other samples.""",negative,-1 Mahinda takes over Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna; anoints Gota on national security platform,8/11/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's opposition leader Mahinda Rajapaksa officially took over Sunday as leader of Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna, an...","Mahinda takes over Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna; anoints Gota on national security platform Sri Lanka's opposition leader Mahinda Rajapaksa officially took over Sunday as leader of Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna, an...",positive,1 Sri Lanka BOI completes online visa recommendation system,8/6/2022,Investment,"The new system will minimize inconvenience for foreign investors, their staff. ","Sri Lanka BOI completes online visa recommendation system The new system will minimize inconvenience for foreign investors, their staff. ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Mahaweli Coconut forecasts lower crop after drought,9/5/2019,Agriculture,Mahaweli Coconut Plantations Limited said its crop rose sharply last year after good rains with yields far higher than t...,Sri Lanka Mahaweli Coconut forecasts lower crop after drought Mahaweli Coconut Plantations Limited said its crop rose sharply last year after good rains with yields far higher than t...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka excess liquidity drops to Rs100bn amid reserve outflow, CB bill stock Rs824bn",3/24/2021,Economy,"Net excess liquidity in Sri Lanka's money markets dropped to 100 billion rupees on March 23, levels not seen since June ...","Sri Lanka excess liquidity drops to Rs100bn amid reserve outflow, CB bill stock Rs824bn Net excess liquidity in Sri Lanka's money markets dropped to 100 billion rupees on March 23, levels not seen since June ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger, gilt yields flat",9/9/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 180.50/60 to the US dollar on Monday, while bond were flat in a dull market, deal...","Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger, gilt yields flat The Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 180.50/60 to the US dollar on Monday, while bond were flat in a dull market, deal...",negative,-1 Police probing intimidation of Muslims in Katuwapitiya,7/22/2019,Uncategorized,Police have begun investigations into an incident where pig carcases were hung in front of Muslim-owned shops at the Dee...,Police probing intimidation of Muslims in Katuwapitiya Police have begun investigations into an incident where pig carcases were hung in front of Muslim-owned shops at the Dee...,negative,-1 Four killed in Sri Lanka military plane crash,1/3/2020,Aviation,"A Sri Lankan air force plane crashed in a tea-growing mountainous region Friday, killing the four crew on board, a milit...","Four killed in Sri Lanka military plane crash A Sri Lankan air force plane crashed in a tea-growing mountainous region Friday, killing the four crew on board, a milit...",negative,-1 Security tightened at Sri Lanka's main airport following suspicious email,9/16/2021,Security,Some media reports speculated that the email might be a Trojan horse.,Security tightened at Sri Lanka's main airport following suspicious email Some media reports speculated that the email might be a Trojan horse.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's central bank invites public to open forex accounts,4/2/2021,Banking,Sri Lanka's central bank is inviting members of the public who have in their hand legitimately acquired foreign currency...,Sri Lanka's central bank invites public to open forex accounts Sri Lanka's central bank is inviting members of the public who have in their hand legitimately acquired foreign currency...,positive,1 "Pope urges peace, 'fraternity' as millions celebrate Christmas",12/25/2018,Culture,"Pope Francis called for peace and ""fraternity"" among peoples, as millions across the world celebrated Christmas on Tuesd...","Pope urges peace, 'fraternity' as millions celebrate Christmas Pope Francis called for peace and ""fraternity"" among peoples, as millions across the world celebrated Christmas on Tuesd...",negative,-1 Reforms that'll help Sri Lanka draw investors shifting production from China,10/29/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka can benefit from supply chain disruptions that current global trade tensions generate by becoming attractive f...,Reforms that'll help Sri Lanka draw investors shifting production from China Sri Lanka can benefit from supply chain disruptions that current global trade tensions generate by becoming attractive f...,positive,1 Sri Lanka approves more 1MW solar power plants,5/29/2019,Energy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government has given the go-ahead to four private energy companies to build one ...,Sri Lanka approves more 1MW solar power plants ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government has given the go-ahead to four private energy companies to build one ...,positive,1 Protests intensify in Sri Lanka after record fuel price hike,4/19/2022,Politics,"Video footage broadcast on private media showed plumes of thick, black smoke emanate from tyres burnt on main roads.","Protests intensify in Sri Lanka after record fuel price hike Video footage broadcast on private media showed plumes of thick, black smoke emanate from tyres burnt on main roads.",negative,-1 Japan grant to revamp Sri Lanka North-East fisheries infrastructure,10/25/2023,Fisheries,Japan is to offer a 200 million yen (435 million rupees) grant to upgrade fisheries infrastructure in the North and East,Japan grant to revamp Sri Lanka North-East fisheries infrastructure Japan is to offer a 200 million yen (435 million rupees) grant to upgrade fisheries infrastructure in the North and East,positive,1 Sri Lanka industries hit by import controls can appeal to Finance Ministry: Bandula,4/23/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's domestic industries hit by import control that came in the wake of currency pressure should appeal to the Fi...,Sri Lanka industries hit by import controls can appeal to Finance Ministry: Bandula Sri Lanka's domestic industries hit by import control that came in the wake of currency pressure should appeal to the Fi...,positive,1 Sri Lanka farmers given air rifles to protect crops from animals,1/4/2024,Agriculture,Ministry of Agriculture is issuing air rifles to farmers to protect crops from animals,Sri Lanka farmers given air rifles to protect crops from animals Ministry of Agriculture is issuing air rifles to farmers to protect crops from animals,negative,-1 Sri Lanka records 70 percent drop in dengue cases in 2020 amid pandemic,2/18/2021,Health,Dengue cases in Sri Lanka plunged by 70.67 percent in 2020 compared to the previous year with movements being restricted...,Sri Lanka records 70 percent drop in dengue cases in 2020 amid pandemic Dengue cases in Sri Lanka plunged by 70.67 percent in 2020 compared to the previous year with movements being restricted...,negative,-1 "SriLankan Airlines owes CPC US$300mn, but no arrears from 2019: Minister",5/24/2022,Aviation,During the past two years they have paid for all the supplies made,"SriLankan Airlines owes CPC US$300mn, but no arrears from 2019: Minister During the past two years they have paid for all the supplies made",negative,-1 Sri Lanka is wrong to scapegoat expat workers over Undiyal: Bellwether,7/25/2022,Bellwether,Indian billion dollar credit line also works Undiyal fashion,Sri Lanka is wrong to scapegoat expat workers over Undiyal: Bellwether Indian billion dollar credit line also works Undiyal fashion,negative,-1 Sri Lanka white water rafting stranded by Broadlands dam,1/26/2023,Business,Rafting operator's jobs threatened,Sri Lanka white water rafting stranded by Broadlands dam Rafting operator's jobs threatened,negative,-1 Sri Lanka launches fortified rice lunch programme to address malnutrition,2/2/2024,Economy,The launch of the programme was held in Colombo on Thursday February 01.,Sri Lanka launches fortified rice lunch programme to address malnutrition The launch of the programme was held in Colombo on Thursday February 01.,positive,1 Sri Lanka MP acquitted of murder chargers appointed state minister,9/12/2022,Politics,The MP is the 38th state minister appointed by President Wickremesinghe.,Sri Lanka MP acquitted of murder chargers appointed state minister The MP is the 38th state minister appointed by President Wickremesinghe.,positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee appreciates against Ruble, sanctions against Russia central bank",2/27/2022,Economy,"Second, we will paralyse the assets of Russia’s central bank","Sri Lanka rupee appreciates against Ruble, sanctions against Russia central bank Second, we will paralyse the assets of Russia’s central bank",negative,-1 Sri Lanka bill yields fall across maturities at auction,3/18/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s treasury yields fell over 14 percent across all maturities at the weekly bill auction held on Wednesday, d...","Sri Lanka bill yields fall across maturities at auction Sri Lanka’s treasury yields fell over 14 percent across all maturities at the weekly bill auction held on Wednesday, d...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Lankapay and Nepal's Fonpay link up for cross-border payments,6/16/2023,Banking,Enables mobile QR based payments in Sri Lanka and Nepal ,Sri Lanka's Lankapay and Nepal's Fonpay link up for cross-border payments Enables mobile QR based payments in Sri Lanka and Nepal ,positive,1 "Sri Lanka issues emergency food regulations as prices go up, rupee weakens",8/30/2021,Economy,Major General appointed to co-ordinate food distribution,"Sri Lanka issues emergency food regulations as prices go up, rupee weakens Major General appointed to co-ordinate food distribution",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's rupee guidance peg edges down; yields in govt securities pick up,9/14/2022,Bonds & Forex,There was thin trading in Treasury bonds and bills ,Sri Lanka's rupee guidance peg edges down; yields in govt securities pick up There was thin trading in Treasury bonds and bills ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to have central bank run credit scheme for SOEs amid forex trouble,8/10/2021,Economy,In 2020 a central bank printed 111 billion rupees for a SME re-finance scheme,Sri Lanka to have central bank run credit scheme for SOEs amid forex trouble In 2020 a central bank printed 111 billion rupees for a SME re-finance scheme,negative,-1 Sri Lanka President appoints Supreme Court judges after delay,1/9/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has appointed three judges to the Supreme Court, including two whose appointm...","Sri Lanka President appoints Supreme Court judges after delay Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has appointed three judges to the Supreme Court, including two whose appointm...",positive,1 Sri Lanka's CSE to revise IPO basis of allotment for greater transparency,2/5/2022,Markets,Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange to revise IPO basis of allotment for greater transparency,Sri Lanka's CSE to revise IPO basis of allotment for greater transparency Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange to revise IPO basis of allotment for greater transparency,negative,-1 Sri Lanka has the capability to deal with global terror - Sirisena,5/20/2019,Uncategorized,President Maithripala Sirisena is saying that Sri Lanka’s Security Forces are capable of dealing with the new threat o...,Sri Lanka has the capability to deal with global terror - Sirisena President Maithripala Sirisena is saying that Sri Lanka’s Security Forces are capable of dealing with the new threat o...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, gilt yields down",10/7/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer at 184.40/50 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields eased marginally, dealers sai...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, gilt yields down Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer at 184.40/50 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields eased marginally, dealers sai...",negative,-1 Japan trains Sri Lanka Coast Guard on oil spill response,2/29/2024,Shipping,"The Japan Coast Guard (JCG) has trained 37 officers of the Sri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCG) on how to handle oil spills,","Japan trains Sri Lanka Coast Guard on oil spill response The Japan Coast Guard (JCG) has trained 37 officers of the Sri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCG) on how to handle oil spills,",positive,1 Sri Lanka 12-month bills ease at auction,12/4/2019,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasury bill yield eased 07 basis points to 8.22 percent at Wednesday's auction, the state debt ...","Sri Lanka 12-month bills ease at auction Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasury bill yield eased 07 basis points to 8.22 percent at Wednesday's auction, the state debt ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka approves US$2bn in projects up to Nov, FDI US$400mn to June: BOI",12/7/2021,Economy,Out of that the foreign investment component was 1.6 billion US dollars,"Sri Lanka approves US$2bn in projects up to Nov, FDI US$400mn to June: BOI Out of that the foreign investment component was 1.6 billion US dollars",negative,-1 Sri Lanka signs Trinco oil tank farm deal with India's LIOC,1/6/2022,Economy,“The agreement will be submitted to the cabinet on January 10 and to the parliament on January 18.”,Sri Lanka signs Trinco oil tank farm deal with India's LIOC “The agreement will be submitted to the cabinet on January 10 and to the parliament on January 18.”,negative,-1 "Foreigners buy into Sri Lanka rupee bonds, cheaper money injected",2/18/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Foreign investors have bought 3.2 billion rupees worth domestic currency denominated bonds in the week to February 2019,...","Foreigners buy into Sri Lanka rupee bonds, cheaper money injected Foreign investors have bought 3.2 billion rupees worth domestic currency denominated bonds in the week to February 2019,...",negative,-1 COVID 19 - Officials trying to trace how last four patients became infected,5/6/2020,Health,"Health authorities are unsure as to how the last four patients who contracted COVID 19 got the infection, a senior healt...","COVID 19 - Officials trying to trace how last four patients became infected Health authorities are unsure as to how the last four patients who contracted COVID 19 got the infection, a senior healt...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka sells most of Treasuries offered, yields marginally up",11/26/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has sold most of Treasuries offered with yields largely steady, after failing to sell all government securitie...","Sri Lanka sells most of Treasuries offered, yields marginally up Sri Lanka has sold most of Treasuries offered with yields largely steady, after failing to sell all government securitie...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka issues Rs1,000 coin, Rs50 stamp to mark 75-years of self-determination",2/2/2023,Economy,Commemorative coin available for sale from March 2023,"Sri Lanka issues Rs1,000 coin, Rs50 stamp to mark 75-years of self-determination Commemorative coin available for sale from March 2023",positive,1 Iran President lands in Sri Lanka to open hydro-electric project,4/24/2024,Economy,.,Iran President lands in Sri Lanka to open hydro-electric project .,positive,1 Sri Lanka to take long shots at winning Olympic medals,8/5/2021,Culture,"We have specially identified shooting, archery, and weight lifting as such sports","Sri Lanka to take long shots at winning Olympic medals We have specially identified shooting, archery, and weight lifting as such sports",positive,1 "Sri Lanka Coronavirus vaccinates 46-pct of population, 21-pct in lockdown",9/10/2021,Health,Sinopharm used on 37-pct,"Sri Lanka Coronavirus vaccinates 46-pct of population, 21-pct in lockdown Sinopharm used on 37-pct",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields stable",9/14/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 184.40/55 against the US dollar on Monday while bond yields were steady, dealers said...","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields stable Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 184.40/55 against the US dollar on Monday while bond yields were steady, dealers said...",positive,1 Sri Lanka can come out of economic crisis if 'right policies' are in place: opposition legislator,10/26/2021,Economy,"We need to create that confidence in investors coming in and saying look, Sri Lanka is good, trust us, invest in us","Sri Lanka can come out of economic crisis if 'right policies' are in place: opposition legislator We need to create that confidence in investors coming in and saying look, Sri Lanka is good, trust us, invest in us",positive,1 Sri Lanka Wildlife Department promises action against national park regulation violators,10/25/2022,Environment,"""There is a certain way in which we expect the visitors to [national parks] to behave.""","Sri Lanka Wildlife Department promises action against national park regulation violators ""There is a certain way in which we expect the visitors to [national parks] to behave.""",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka top monk demands boycott of Muslim shops, doctor should be stoned",6/19/2019,Political News,A top Buddhist monk in Sri Lanka has accused minority Muslims of destroying the island’s majority Sinhalese commu...,"Sri Lanka top monk demands boycott of Muslim shops, doctor should be stoned A top Buddhist monk in Sri Lanka has accused minority Muslims of destroying the island’s majority Sinhalese commu...",negative,-1 ‘Miracle water’ to contain COVID-19 in Sri Lanka,11/2/2020,Health,A faith healer with VIP clients who claims supernatural powers has persuaded Sr Lanka's Health Minister Pavithra Wanniar...,‘Miracle water’ to contain COVID-19 in Sri Lanka A faith healer with VIP clients who claims supernatural powers has persuaded Sr Lanka's Health Minister Pavithra Wanniar...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka tax officer union warns over RAMIS software, calls for parliament probe",10/2/2022,Economy,The RAMIS system was originally to come from an Asian Development Bank loan but it had been rejected,"Sri Lanka tax officer union warns over RAMIS software, calls for parliament probe The RAMIS system was originally to come from an Asian Development Bank loan but it had been rejected",negative,-1 Sri Lanka schedules 3h 20min power cuts for April 25,4/24/2022,Energy,Slots may be reduced by 30min if water is available,Sri Lanka schedules 3h 20min power cuts for April 25 Slots may be reduced by 30min if water is available,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's unemployment rate down to 5.2-pct 4Q-2020,4/26/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's unemployment fell to 5.2 percent in the fourth quarter of 2020 from an 11 year high of 5.8 percent in the th...,Sri Lanka's unemployment rate down to 5.2-pct 4Q-2020 Sri Lanka's unemployment fell to 5.2 percent in the fourth quarter of 2020 from an 11 year high of 5.8 percent in the th...,negative,-1 CC approves Dappula's AG appointment,5/8/2019,Politics,The Constitutional Council (CC) has approved the appointment of Solicitor General Dappula de Livera as Attorney General.,CC approves Dappula's AG appointment The Constitutional Council (CC) has approved the appointment of Solicitor General Dappula de Livera as Attorney General.,positive,1 Opinion: Government Alone Cannot Win War Against Covid-19,11/17/2020,Democracy,A fatal trend of non-transparent decision making was set early on in the Covid crisis. At the root of the problem was th...,Opinion: Government Alone Cannot Win War Against Covid-19 A fatal trend of non-transparent decision making was set early on in the Covid crisis. At the root of the problem was th...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka shares end firmer on Expolanka's expansion plan,11/25/2022,Markets,Investor confidence have also been boosted by Central Bank governor's comment on the future of interest rates,Sri Lanka shares end firmer on Expolanka's expansion plan Investor confidence have also been boosted by Central Bank governor's comment on the future of interest rates,positive,1 Proposed train fare hike in Sri Lanka temporarily blocked: transport minister,3/25/2022,Transport,"""The railway department had made some reforms to the prices of special and intercity train ticket,"" he said.","Proposed train fare hike in Sri Lanka temporarily blocked: transport minister ""The railway department had made some reforms to the prices of special and intercity train ticket,"" he said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Bank net up 10-pct in Dec 20 quarter,2/21/2021,Banking,Profits at Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Bank grew 10 percent to 797 million rupees in the December 2020 quarter amid strict cost...,Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Bank net up 10-pct in Dec 20 quarter Profits at Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Bank grew 10 percent to 797 million rupees in the December 2020 quarter amid strict cost...,negative,-1 Private member's bill to abolish Sri Lanka death penalty gazetted,7/18/2019,Political News,The Sri Lanka Department of Government Printing has gazetted a private members' bill to abolish the death penalty.,Private member's bill to abolish Sri Lanka death penalty gazetted The Sri Lanka Department of Government Printing has gazetted a private members' bill to abolish the death penalty.,negative,-1 Tokyo stocks climb on confidence in global economy,12/26/2019,International news,"Tokyo stocks rose Thursday morning, reflecting investor confidence in the global economy after the recent US-China trade...","Tokyo stocks climb on confidence in global economy Tokyo stocks rose Thursday morning, reflecting investor confidence in the global economy after the recent US-China trade...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka's rupee ends firmer against US dollar, bond yields ease",7/3/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 176.00/10 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields eased ...,"Sri Lanka's rupee ends firmer against US dollar, bond yields ease Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 176.00/10 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields eased ...",negative,-1 India's Adani to build Sri Lanka transmission line with wind plants,3/17/2024,Energy,A line from Kilonocchi to New Habarana has to be built to evacuate power from wind plants,India's Adani to build Sri Lanka transmission line with wind plants A line from Kilonocchi to New Habarana has to be built to evacuate power from wind plants,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Catholic church spokesman questioned over info on Easter attack,4/19/2024,Politics,"""I don't know to what extent the statement I made will be useful,"" he said.","Sri Lanka Catholic church spokesman questioned over info on Easter attack ""I don't know to what extent the statement I made will be useful,"" he said.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka power & energy minister defends ""necessary"" electricity tariff hike",8/29/2022,Consumer Affairs,It costs 32 rupees to generate one unit of electricity.,"Sri Lanka power & energy minister defends ""necessary"" electricity tariff hike It costs 32 rupees to generate one unit of electricity.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka ruling party sees conspiracy behind wave of protests, strikes",7/27/2021,Politics,"“The same groups who tried to prevent the war victory are behind the wave of protests and strikes.""","Sri Lanka ruling party sees conspiracy behind wave of protests, strikes “The same groups who tried to prevent the war victory are behind the wave of protests and strikes.""",negative,-1 Ranil boycotts UNP alliance launch,3/2/2020,Politics,The United National Party’s headlong rush into oblivion looks like it is well underway after Party Leader Ranil Wickre...,Ranil boycotts UNP alliance launch The United National Party’s headlong rush into oblivion looks like it is well underway after Party Leader Ranil Wickre...,negative,-1 Gota will win by 10 per cent margin – Basil,11/13/2019,Politics,The SLPP expressed its confidence today that candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa will win the upcoming presidential election by...,Gota will win by 10 per cent margin – Basil The SLPP expressed its confidence today that candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa will win the upcoming presidential election by...,positive,1 Sri Lanka bond yields marginally up; overall market dull,12/29/2022,Bonds & Forex,Investors on the sideline ,Sri Lanka bond yields marginally up; overall market dull Investors on the sideline ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to host UN Asia-Pacific tourism crisis management confab,3/3/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka will host a conference of Asia Pacific tourism ministers, state and industry officials in June 2020 focussing ...","Sri Lanka to host UN Asia-Pacific tourism crisis management confab Sri Lanka will host a conference of Asia Pacific tourism ministers, state and industry officials in June 2020 focussing ...",positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee at 330/345 to TT dollar,4/25/2022,Markets,.,Sri Lanka rupee at 330/345 to TT dollar .,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to call fresh tenders for coal: Minister,9/20/2022,Energy,Cabinet approval will be sought next Thursday to call fresh tenders,Sri Lanka to call fresh tenders for coal: Minister Cabinet approval will be sought next Thursday to call fresh tenders,negative,-1 Sri Lanka looking at state hospitals for private medical students' clinical training,3/14/2023,Education,The expert committtee tasked with picking state-run hospitals that can function as teaching hospitals for students.,Sri Lanka looking at state hospitals for private medical students' clinical training The expert committtee tasked with picking state-run hospitals that can function as teaching hospitals for students.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Archaeology Dept to continue excavations in the East: Minister,3/18/2024,Race Relations,996 archeological sites had been identified in Ampara and Batticaloa Districts. ,Sri Lanka Archaeology Dept to continue excavations in the East: Minister 996 archeological sites had been identified in Ampara and Batticaloa Districts. ,positive,1 Sri Lanka to kick off online events to mark World Tourism Day,9/27/2021,Tourism,Seven webinars and competitions to commemorate World Tourism Day 20211,Sri Lanka to kick off online events to mark World Tourism Day Seven webinars and competitions to commemorate World Tourism Day 20211,positive,1 Nihal Fonseka re-appointed as Sri Lanka monetary board member for 6-years,7/31/2022,Business,He has over 23 years of experience in the banking sector ,Nihal Fonseka re-appointed as Sri Lanka monetary board member for 6-years He has over 23 years of experience in the banking sector ,positive,1 Thailand currency crisis' central bank blunder explained to Sri Lanka,10/9/2022,Economy,This currency crisis and banking crisis were originated firstly by policy mis-management from the central bank,Thailand currency crisis' central bank blunder explained to Sri Lanka This currency crisis and banking crisis were originated firstly by policy mis-management from the central bank,negative,-1 Questions over suspected fungus case in Sri Lanka: GMOA official,5/22/2021,Health,How it happened in the Ampara area is still a question,Questions over suspected fungus case in Sri Lanka: GMOA official How it happened in the Ampara area is still a question,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields down",9/2/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 185.25/35 against the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields marginally fell, deale...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields down Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 185.25/35 against the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields marginally fell, deale...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka asks US to review Shavendra Silva travel ban,2/15/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka has objected to a travel ban slapped by the United States on army chief Shavendra Silva over alleged human rig...,Sri Lanka asks US to review Shavendra Silva travel ban Sri Lanka has objected to a travel ban slapped by the United States on army chief Shavendra Silva over alleged human rig...,negative,-1 Restarting South Asia: The Tea industry faces up to its challenges,3/23/2021,Business,"The coronavirus pandemic wrought havoc on almost all walks of life, and the various industries ranging from commodities,...","Restarting South Asia: The Tea industry faces up to its challenges The coronavirus pandemic wrought havoc on almost all walks of life, and the various industries ranging from commodities,...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka YouTuber arrested over ""blasphemous"" remark after MPs demand action",1/6/2023,Free Speech,"An activist and popular YouTuber, Amarasinghe is known for being a freethinker and non-believer.","Sri Lanka YouTuber arrested over ""blasphemous"" remark after MPs demand action An activist and popular YouTuber, Amarasinghe is known for being a freethinker and non-believer.",positive,1 Sri Lanka central bank threatens 'stern action' on victims after creating BOP trouble,7/31/2022,Economy,We need to only remind ourselves of what happened to Greece and China (KMT) - D S Sennayake,Sri Lanka central bank threatens 'stern action' on victims after creating BOP trouble We need to only remind ourselves of what happened to Greece and China (KMT) - D S Sennayake,negative,-1 Gusty winds and heavy rain expected,6/20/2019,Weather and Climate,"Strong gusty winds up to 50 – 60 km/h are likely in Western, Central, Sabaragamuwa, Southern, Uva and Northwestern pro...","Gusty winds and heavy rain expected Strong gusty winds up to 50 – 60 km/h are likely in Western, Central, Sabaragamuwa, Southern, Uva and Northwestern pro...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks plunge over 2-pct in mid-day trade on fuel crisis,6/27/2022,Economy,ASPI down 2.06 percent at 1130 hours,Sri Lanka stocks plunge over 2-pct in mid-day trade on fuel crisis ASPI down 2.06 percent at 1130 hours,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon 'CCC' rating place on watch for possible downgrade,4/13/2022,Banking, Constrained access to foreign currency funding and indications of stress experienced by banks in the system as result,Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon 'CCC' rating place on watch for possible downgrade Constrained access to foreign currency funding and indications of stress experienced by banks in the system as result,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Insurance units Litro Gas, Canwill to be 'carved out' before divestiture",5/2/2023,Economy,Closing date for transaction advisors extended till ,"Sri Lanka Insurance units Litro Gas, Canwill to be 'carved out' before divestiture Closing date for transaction advisors extended till ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka apparel exporters call for urgent government action,4/6/2022,Agriculture,"Before the situation gets worse, we require immediate, decisive action for workable short and medium-term solutions","Sri Lanka apparel exporters call for urgent government action Before the situation gets worse, we require immediate, decisive action for workable short and medium-term solutions",positive,1 Sri Lanka records BOP surplus in Sept 2022,11/8/2022,Economy,BOP deficit down by 108 million US dollars,Sri Lanka records BOP surplus in Sept 2022 BOP deficit down by 108 million US dollars,negative,-1 "Cabinet paper proposing ministers', president's staff confirmation withdrawn",11/11/2019,PresPoll2020,A cabinet paper proposing confirmation of appointments made to various ministers' and the president's personal staff was...,"Cabinet paper proposing ministers', president's staff confirmation withdrawn A cabinet paper proposing confirmation of appointments made to various ministers' and the president's personal staff was...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka newspaper circulation falls for second straight year,8/20/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's newspaper circulation has fallen for the second straight year in 2018, with diminishing readership across al...","Sri Lanka newspaper circulation falls for second straight year Sri Lanka's newspaper circulation has fallen for the second straight year in 2018, with diminishing readership across al...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's ""de-radicalisation"" regulations draw strong criticism from HRW, ICJ",3/19/2021,Human Rights,Sri Lanka’s new ‘de-radicalisation” regulations have drawn strong criticism from the Human Rights Watch and the In...,"Sri Lanka's ""de-radicalisation"" regulations draw strong criticism from HRW, ICJ Sri Lanka’s new ‘de-radicalisation” regulations have drawn strong criticism from the Human Rights Watch and the In...",negative,-1 20-30 percent of unconfirmed Delta cases in Sri Lanka may be in Colombo: official,7/26/2021,Health,"Initial research has confirmed that Delta is present in the community, Dr Herath said.","20-30 percent of unconfirmed Delta cases in Sri Lanka may be in Colombo: official Initial research has confirmed that Delta is present in the community, Dr Herath said.",positive,1 Indian Foreign Minister here tomorrow for talks,1/4/2021,International Relations,"India’s External Affairs Minister, Dr S. Jaishankar will be the first high-profile guest of the government this year a...","Indian Foreign Minister here tomorrow for talks India’s External Affairs Minister, Dr S. Jaishankar will be the first high-profile guest of the government this year a...",positive,1 Sri Lanka stocks end steady; turnover hits five-week high,3/26/2022,Uncategorized,"Analysts said investors are trying to shift their savings to hedge against rupee fall and inflation,","Sri Lanka stocks end steady; turnover hits five-week high Analysts said investors are trying to shift their savings to hedge against rupee fall and inflation,",positive,1 Court Orders Witness Protection for Namal Kumara,4/9/2019,Uncategorized,"The Colombo Fort Magistrate has ordered the CID to provide Witness Protection to Namal Kumara, the main complainant in t...","Court Orders Witness Protection for Namal Kumara The Colombo Fort Magistrate has ordered the CID to provide Witness Protection to Namal Kumara, the main complainant in t...",negative,-1 "IMF urges Maldives to stop money printing to protect rufiyaa, as Sri Lanka rupee collapses",12/21/2022,Economy,Directors advised that the MMA advances to the government be phased out to lower pressures on reserves,"IMF urges Maldives to stop money printing to protect rufiyaa, as Sri Lanka rupee collapses Directors advised that the MMA advances to the government be phased out to lower pressures on reserves",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Treasury cash shortfall Rs5.6bn a day: Minister,5/24/2022,Economy,Revenues at Rs4bn expenses are Rs9.6bn,Sri Lanka Treasury cash shortfall Rs5.6bn a day: Minister Revenues at Rs4bn expenses are Rs9.6bn,negative,-1 Sri Lanka 3-month Treasuries active in secondary market as rates normalize,10/7/2021,Bonds & Forex,Ramrod rate anomaly is correcting. However the yield curve is still quite flat,Sri Lanka 3-month Treasuries active in secondary market as rates normalize Ramrod rate anomaly is correcting. However the yield curve is still quite flat,negative,-1 Sri Lanka extends deadline for foreign currency loan,9/25/2021,Economy,The extension was given because some investors requested more time to get internal approvals,Sri Lanka extends deadline for foreign currency loan The extension was given because some investors requested more time to get internal approvals,negative,-1 Pope Francis kicks off Christmas celebrations with midnight Mass,12/25/2019,International news,"Pope Francis ushered in Christmas celebrations for the world's 1.3 billion Catholics on Tuesday, saying the celebration ...","Pope Francis kicks off Christmas celebrations with midnight Mass Pope Francis ushered in Christmas celebrations for the world's 1.3 billion Catholics on Tuesday, saying the celebration ...",positive,1 Sri Lanka to optimize existing structure before new taxes: Jayasundera,10/4/2021,Economy,What we have to do is see if we get the optimum yield with the existing tax structure,Sri Lanka to optimize existing structure before new taxes: Jayasundera What we have to do is see if we get the optimum yield with the existing tax structure,positive,1 Sri Lanka woos investors in South India,12/22/2022,Business,Venkateshwaran also invited investor in South India to visit Sri Lanka in 2023.,Sri Lanka woos investors in South India Venkateshwaran also invited investor in South India to visit Sri Lanka in 2023.,positive,1 Sri Lanka chamber raises serious concerns over retrospective super gains tax,2/14/2022,Economy,.The Chamber highlighted the retrospective tax to be arbitrary in nature,Sri Lanka chamber raises serious concerns over retrospective super gains tax .The Chamber highlighted the retrospective tax to be arbitrary in nature,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stocks up, foreign selling continues in JKH",12/17/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Foreign selling continued in Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings Monday with foreign buying in HNB Ass...,"Sri Lanka stocks up, foreign selling continues in JKH ECONOMYNEXT – Foreign selling continued in Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings Monday with foreign buying in HNB Ass...",negative,-1 Liquor stores may operate during curfew-relaxed hours: Sri Lanka Excise Department,4/19/2020,Consumer Affairs,"Licensed liquor stores and retailers may operate in areas where curfew will be relaxed starting tomorrow, the Excise Dep...","Liquor stores may operate during curfew-relaxed hours: Sri Lanka Excise Department Licensed liquor stores and retailers may operate in areas where curfew will be relaxed starting tomorrow, the Excise Dep...",negative,-1 "Online registration for vaccines, now open to over-60s in Colombo 1 to 15",3/15/2021,Health,The Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) has introduced an online facility for citizens above the age 60 in Colombo 1 to 15 t...,"Online registration for vaccines, now open to over-60s in Colombo 1 to 15 The Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) has introduced an online facility for citizens above the age 60 in Colombo 1 to 15 t...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka shares gain over 1.5-pct in mid-day trade,11/11/2022,Markets,"Lanka IOC, Richard Pieris and TJ Lanka drove the market","Sri Lanka shares gain over 1.5-pct in mid-day trade Lanka IOC, Richard Pieris and TJ Lanka drove the market",positive,1 Sri Lanka excess liquidity spike in Feb from central bank profit transfer,3/6/2020,Economy,A steep jump in excess liquidity in Sri Lanka's interbank money markets came from a transfer of profits from the central...,Sri Lanka excess liquidity spike in Feb from central bank profit transfer A steep jump in excess liquidity in Sri Lanka's interbank money markets came from a transfer of profits from the central...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka chicken and eggs in crisis as soft-peg hits feed,3/24/2022,Consumer Affairs,Vets warned that farmers are culling layer chicken due to the lack of feed,Sri Lanka chicken and eggs in crisis as soft-peg hits feed Vets warned that farmers are culling layer chicken due to the lack of feed,negative,-1 Two Sri Lanka Monetary Board members to continue,4/10/2022,Economy,.,Two Sri Lanka Monetary Board members to continue .,positive,1 Sri Lanka opp. leader writes to president seeking pardon for imprisoned ex-MP,9/1/2021,Politics,The opposition and SJB leader had previously called for a pardon for the outspoken MP on April 20.,Sri Lanka opp. leader writes to president seeking pardon for imprisoned ex-MP The opposition and SJB leader had previously called for a pardon for the outspoken MP on April 20.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to start international tourism branding campaign,12/6/2023,Business,Hopes to reach 2.3mn tourists next year,Sri Lanka to start international tourism branding campaign Hopes to reach 2.3mn tourists next year,positive,1 Would have liked if Sajith ran for President as Party Leader-Navin,10/14/2019,PresPoll2020,"I would have liked to see Sajith Premadasa run for the presidency as the leader of the party, said Minister Navin Dissan...","Would have liked if Sajith ran for President as Party Leader-Navin I would have liked to see Sajith Premadasa run for the presidency as the leader of the party, said Minister Navin Dissan...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks end lower,9/29/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.50 per cent lower on Tuesday, on Carson Cumberbatch PLC, Bukit Darah PLC and John Keells H...","Sri Lanka stocks end lower Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.50 per cent lower on Tuesday, on Carson Cumberbatch PLC, Bukit Darah PLC and John Keells H...",negative,-1 SriLankan flight to Japan delayed over Typhoon Hagibis,10/12/2019,Aviation,SriLankan Airlines said its flight from Colombo to Narita in Japan has been delayed due to Typhoon Hagibis until tomorro...,SriLankan flight to Japan delayed over Typhoon Hagibis SriLankan Airlines said its flight from Colombo to Narita in Japan has been delayed due to Typhoon Hagibis until tomorro...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka PM wants to privatize SriLankan Airlines,5/16/2022,Aviation,I propose that the loss making Sri Lankan Airlines be privatized,Sri Lanka PM wants to privatize SriLankan Airlines I propose that the loss making Sri Lankan Airlines be privatized,negative,-1 Sri Lanka sells Rs50bn of Treasury bonds,6/11/2022,Bonds & Forex,Yields close to secondary market,Sri Lanka sells Rs50bn of Treasury bonds Yields close to secondary market,negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond yields flat,1/10/2022,Bonds & Forex,Bond auction awaited,Sri Lanka bond yields flat Bond auction awaited,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka, not IMF, should restructure debt: Jayasundera",11/7/2021,Economy,We should restructure the loans by ourselves,"Sri Lanka, not IMF, should restructure debt: Jayasundera We should restructure the loans by ourselves",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks fall for third session ahead of policy rates decision,10/13/2021,Stocks & Companies,Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.48 percent for the third session on Wednesday (13),Sri Lanka stocks fall for third session ahead of policy rates decision Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.48 percent for the third session on Wednesday (13),negative,-1 Cabinet approves high-tech scanners for BIA security,5/2/2019,Uncategorized,Cabinet has approved a proposal to procure and install state-of-the-art equipment for scanning cargo and passenger lugg...,Cabinet approves high-tech scanners for BIA security Cabinet has approved a proposal to procure and install state-of-the-art equipment for scanning cargo and passenger lugg...,positive,1 Sri Lanka's Litro Gas to resume distribution on May 31,5/30/2022,Energy,"Litro was unable to distribute canisters since May 24, as it had exhausted all its stock.","Sri Lanka's Litro Gas to resume distribution on May 31 Litro was unable to distribute canisters since May 24, as it had exhausted all its stock.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka faces risk of international airlines pullout after fuel notice,6/28/2022,Aviation,"After June 28, 2022, aircraft will have to carry their return fuel according to the CA notice to airmen (NOTAM)","Sri Lanka faces risk of international airlines pullout after fuel notice After June 28, 2022, aircraft will have to carry their return fuel according to the CA notice to airmen (NOTAM)",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to pay Rs 2.5 mn to family of Pakistan lynch mob victim,12/7/2021,Human Rights,Diyawadana’s remains were flown into Sri Lanka Monday (06) afternoon.,Sri Lanka to pay Rs 2.5 mn to family of Pakistan lynch mob victim Diyawadana’s remains were flown into Sri Lanka Monday (06) afternoon.,negative,-1 They‘re back! Sri Lanka’s famous Parliamentary pugilists are returned by the voters,8/20/2020,Law and Order,Many of the Parliamentarians who fought like street thugs in front of live TV cameras are back in the House and are join...,They‘re back! Sri Lanka’s famous Parliamentary pugilists are returned by the voters Many of the Parliamentarians who fought like street thugs in front of live TV cameras are back in the House and are join...,positive,1 Sri Lanka rescues 120 whales after mass stranding,11/3/2020,Environment, Sri Lanka saved 120 pilot whales in possibly one of the world's most successful rescue operations after the country's b...,Sri Lanka rescues 120 whales after mass stranding Sri Lanka saved 120 pilot whales in possibly one of the world's most successful rescue operations after the country's b...,positive,1 AG's opinion is that motion to abolish death penalty is illegal-President,8/5/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena said that the Attorney General has informed him that the private members' motion presente...,AG's opinion is that motion to abolish death penalty is illegal-President President Maithripala Sirisena said that the Attorney General has informed him that the private members' motion presente...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to purchase organic fertilizer from Chinese firm sued NPQS,1/12/2022,Agriculture,Colombo paid 6.9 million dollars to the Chinese firm ,Sri Lanka to purchase organic fertilizer from Chinese firm sued NPQS Colombo paid 6.9 million dollars to the Chinese firm ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks fall on banking and finance,12/13/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.16 percent lower on Friday, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks fall on banking and finance Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.16 percent lower on Friday, provisional data showed.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks end 2.73-pct higher,1/25/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 2.73 percent higher on Monday pushed by index heavy John Keells Holdings, LOLC Holdings and Expo...","Sri Lanka stocks end 2.73-pct higher Sri Lanka stocks closed 2.73 percent higher on Monday pushed by index heavy John Keells Holdings, LOLC Holdings and Expo...",negative,-1 Two spill gates of Laxapana reservoir opened,8/12/2019,Weather and Climate,"Two spill gates of Laxapana reservoir have been opened due to heavy rains received over the past few days, the Disaster ...","Two spill gates of Laxapana reservoir opened Two spill gates of Laxapana reservoir have been opened due to heavy rains received over the past few days, the Disaster ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Police to take street children into custody,1/26/2024,Law and Order,"Sri Lanka Police will continue to take street children into State custody, eventually place them with guardians","Sri Lanka Police to take street children into custody Sri Lanka Police will continue to take street children into State custody, eventually place them with guardians",positive,1 Sri Lanka President bets for China-inclusive Asia-led economy,5/25/2023,Economic Crisis,"“We want an Asia that can accommodate the Indo-Pacific, the BRI, as well as the ASEAN Outlook on the Indo- Pacific”","Sri Lanka President bets for China-inclusive Asia-led economy “We want an Asia that can accommodate the Indo-Pacific, the BRI, as well as the ASEAN Outlook on the Indo- Pacific”",positive,1 "Sri Lanka minister wants IMF bailout, hints at letting national carrier go",12/29/2021,Economy,"“Of course, we need to not accept every condition put forward by the IMF,” said Amaraweera.","Sri Lanka minister wants IMF bailout, hints at letting national carrier go “Of course, we need to not accept every condition put forward by the IMF,” said Amaraweera.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka share index at 1-wk low; economic worries weigh,3/16/2022,Markets,"""We are seeing buying interests in fundamentally sound blue-chips""","Sri Lanka share index at 1-wk low; economic worries weigh ""We are seeing buying interests in fundamentally sound blue-chips""",positive,1 Hilton to manage US$12mn beach resort near Sri Lanka wildlife park,12/21/2018,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s investment promotion agency has approved construction of a beach resort near the...,Hilton to manage US$12mn beach resort near Sri Lanka wildlife park ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s investment promotion agency has approved construction of a beach resort near the...,positive,1 Sri Lanka to set up pharmaceutical zone in Horana,3/9/2021,Business,"Sri Lanka will set up a pharmaceutical investment zone in Millewa, Horana with an initial investment of 8 billion rupees...","Sri Lanka to set up pharmaceutical zone in Horana Sri Lanka will set up a pharmaceutical investment zone in Millewa, Horana with an initial investment of 8 billion rupees...",positive,1 John Wiley of US to make Sri Lanka its largest technology centre in next two years,2/15/2020,ICT,"US-based John Wiley and Sons Inc, a research and education publisher, is on track to make Sri Lanka its top technology c...","John Wiley of US to make Sri Lanka its largest technology centre in next two years US-based John Wiley and Sons Inc, a research and education publisher, is on track to make Sri Lanka its top technology c...",positive,1 "Advocata Institute says ""no good reason to refuse US $480 million MCC grant""",9/3/2019,Opinion,Sri Lanka is at risk of losing a US $480 million Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) grant due to a campaign of misin...,"Advocata Institute says ""no good reason to refuse US $480 million MCC grant"" Sri Lanka is at risk of losing a US $480 million Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) grant due to a campaign of misin...",negative,-1 Breaking currency board was early birth defect of independent Sri Lanka: Sally,9/23/2019,Economy, Abolishing a rule based currency board in favour of a discretionary central bank which allowed politicians and bureaucr...,Breaking currency board was early birth defect of independent Sri Lanka: Sally Abolishing a rule based currency board in favour of a discretionary central bank which allowed politicians and bureaucr...,negative,-1 Weapons found buried in Wellawaya,5/13/2019,Uncategorized,The Army found a stock of firearms and ammunition buried in a plot of land in Kuda Oya in Wellawaya today (13).,Weapons found buried in Wellawaya The Army found a stock of firearms and ammunition buried in a plot of land in Kuda Oya in Wellawaya today (13).,negative,-1 "Over 7,000 COVID-19 patients in Gampaha, Sri Lanka, yet to be hospitalised",8/11/2021,Health,These patients do not have adequate isolation facilities in their homes as specified by the Health Services Deputy DG.,"Over 7,000 COVID-19 patients in Gampaha, Sri Lanka, yet to be hospitalised These patients do not have adequate isolation facilities in their homes as specified by the Health Services Deputy DG.",negative,-1 Germany aid for technical training of southern Sri Lanka youth,3/29/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – The German government will grant 11 million euro to build a German Technical Training Centre in Mat...,Germany aid for technical training of southern Sri Lanka youth ECONOMYNEXT – The German government will grant 11 million euro to build a German Technical Training Centre in Mat...,negative,-1 Former Prez Sirisena refuses to accept responsibility for Sri Lanka's Easter Sunday attacks,6/18/2020,Terrorism,"Denying any prior knowledge of last year’s Easter Sunday attacks, Sri Lanka’s former President Maithripala Sirisena ...","Former Prez Sirisena refuses to accept responsibility for Sri Lanka's Easter Sunday attacks Denying any prior knowledge of last year’s Easter Sunday attacks, Sri Lanka’s former President Maithripala Sirisena ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka ensure uninterrupted power supply during A/L exams - PUCSL chief,1/26/2023,Energy,Sri Lanka has been implementing intermittent power cuts since March last year,Sri Lanka ensure uninterrupted power supply during A/L exams - PUCSL chief Sri Lanka has been implementing intermittent power cuts since March last year,positive,1 Several hour water cut in Sri Lanka capital,7/30/2022,Uncategorized,"Water Board said, Colombo 9, 10, 11 and 12 will have water cuts will be effective from 9 pm Saturday","Several hour water cut in Sri Lanka capital Water Board said, Colombo 9, 10, 11 and 12 will have water cuts will be effective from 9 pm Saturday",negative,-1 Sri Lanka police extends curfew around Kuliyapitiya,5/13/2019,Defence,"Sri Lanka has imposed curfew in Kuliyapitiya, Bingiriya, Hettipola, Dummalasuriya, Rasnayakepura and Kobeigane areas to ...","Sri Lanka police extends curfew around Kuliyapitiya Sri Lanka has imposed curfew in Kuliyapitiya, Bingiriya, Hettipola, Dummalasuriya, Rasnayakepura and Kobeigane areas to ...",negative,-1 Cardinal Ranjith calls on Pope,6/21/2019,Politics,"Archbishop of Colombo Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith met with Pope Francis in the Vatican yesterday (20), where he briefed the...","Cardinal Ranjith calls on Pope Archbishop of Colombo Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith met with Pope Francis in the Vatican yesterday (20), where he briefed the...",positive,1 President wants number of National Schools to be increased to one thousand,9/11/2020,Education,Sri Lankan government will increase the number of National Schools to 1000 while improving the existing schools to provi...,President wants number of National Schools to be increased to one thousand Sri Lankan government will increase the number of National Schools to 1000 while improving the existing schools to provi...,positive,1 Sri Lanka schedules three hour power cuts for August 24,8/23/2022,Energy,Power cuts worsened by coal plant outages,Sri Lanka schedules three hour power cuts for August 24 Power cuts worsened by coal plant outages,negative,-1 Bangladesh donates 2.2 mn US dollars' worth of drugs to Sri Lanka,6/1/2022,Health,Earlier two consignments of medicine were donated by India and France.,Bangladesh donates 2.2 mn US dollars' worth of drugs to Sri Lanka Earlier two consignments of medicine were donated by India and France.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Election Commission plunged in to crisis over ITN censorship,11/3/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka’s Election Commission plunged into crisis on Saturday after its Chairman Mahinda Deshapriya ordered a censor...,Sri Lanka Election Commission plunged in to crisis over ITN censorship Sri Lanka’s Election Commission plunged into crisis on Saturday after its Chairman Mahinda Deshapriya ordered a censor...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's stocks edge up in mid day trade,8/10/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade on Thursday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed.","Sri Lanka's stocks edge up in mid day trade Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade on Thursday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed.",negative,-1 Opposition's lack of transparency on amendments to Sri Lanka IMF deal questioned,3/15/2024,Economy,Semasinghe tweeted Friday March 15 that this apparent lack of transparency is a cause for concern.,Opposition's lack of transparency on amendments to Sri Lanka IMF deal questioned Semasinghe tweeted Friday March 15 that this apparent lack of transparency is a cause for concern.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's bond yields steady; rupee guidance peg appreciates by 7 cents,8/15/2022,Bonds & Forex,Market overall dull ,Sri Lanka's bond yields steady; rupee guidance peg appreciates by 7 cents Market overall dull ,negative,-1 "3.5c pct of 50,336 Minuwangoda PCR tests came back positive: officials",10/16/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has conducted 50,336 PCR tests so far in the Minuwangoda cluster and so far only 1,791 COVID-19 infections, or...","3.5c pct of 50,336 Minuwangoda PCR tests came back positive: officials Sri Lanka has conducted 50,336 PCR tests so far in the Minuwangoda cluster and so far only 1,791 COVID-19 infections, or...",negative,-1 Human Rights Defender Deepika Udagama quits as Chair of the Human Rights Commission,8/3/2020,Gender Issues,"Sri Lanka’s Chairperson of the Human Rights Commission, internationally renowned Human Rights Defender Dr Deepika Udag...","Human Rights Defender Deepika Udagama quits as Chair of the Human Rights Commission Sri Lanka’s Chairperson of the Human Rights Commission, internationally renowned Human Rights Defender Dr Deepika Udag...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks close up after interest rate cut,3/26/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was at 2.4 billion. ,Sri Lanka stocks close up after interest rate cut Turnover was at 2.4 billion. ,negative,-1 "US Federal Reserve hikes rates, to take out US$95bn a month to tame Powell bubble",9/22/2022,Economy,US money supply already slowing at an unusual rate,"US Federal Reserve hikes rates, to take out US$95bn a month to tame Powell bubble US money supply already slowing at an unusual rate",negative,-1 Sri Lanka in talks with Middle East banks for 2 billion US dollars: Minister,2/24/2022,Economy,Successful results are starting to come,Sri Lanka in talks with Middle East banks for 2 billion US dollars: Minister Successful results are starting to come,positive,1 "Sri Lanka’s stocks close up on a three-day high, amidst Softlogic acquisition",9/20/2023,Commodities,"The majority of the revenue came in from the Food, Beverage and Tobacco sector ","Sri Lanka’s stocks close up on a three-day high, amidst Softlogic acquisition The majority of the revenue came in from the Food, Beverage and Tobacco sector ",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka estate females suffering violence, child sex abuse: action needed: study",6/12/2021,Political News,"Midwives, grama niladaris over-worked, unions not interested","Sri Lanka estate females suffering violence, child sex abuse: action needed: study Midwives, grama niladaris over-worked, unions not interested",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's battle for premiership: Opposition leader throws hat in the ring at last minute,5/12/2022,Politics,"""My team and I have a clear and effective programme to introduce such constitutional reforms and to manage the crashing""","Sri Lanka's battle for premiership: Opposition leader throws hat in the ring at last minute ""My team and I have a clear and effective programme to introduce such constitutional reforms and to manage the crashing""",positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee steady, bonds active",1/21/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at around 181.50/65 against the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond markets w...,"Sri Lanka rupee steady, bonds active Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at around 181.50/65 against the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond markets w...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, stocks up 0.10-pct",12/3/2018,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee strengthened against the US dollar in the spot market, and stocks closed 0.10 percent ...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, stocks up 0.10-pct ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee strengthened against the US dollar in the spot market, and stocks closed 0.10 percent ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka starts 100,000 new tax payer financed jobs with pensions",9/1/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's new administration will provide jobs to 100,000 unskilled workers without a formal education or ordinary lev...","Sri Lanka starts 100,000 new tax payer financed jobs with pensions Sri Lanka's new administration will provide jobs to 100,000 unskilled workers without a formal education or ordinary lev...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks plunge to 4-month low after rupee devaluation,3/8/2022,Markets,"Rising oil price, policy rate hike, and shortage of dollars, fuel, and power cuts weighed on investor sentiment.","Sri Lanka stocks plunge to 4-month low after rupee devaluation Rising oil price, policy rate hike, and shortage of dollars, fuel, and power cuts weighed on investor sentiment.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka hunts source of Divulapitiya Covid-19 case under curfew, public vigilance urged",10/4/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is tracing contacts and is hunting for the index case of a Coronavirus patient that turned up from the communi...,"Sri Lanka hunts source of Divulapitiya Covid-19 case under curfew, public vigilance urged Sri Lanka is tracing contacts and is hunting for the index case of a Coronavirus patient that turned up from the communi...",negative,-1 Quarantine squabble: Bangladesh tour of Sri Lanka hangs in balance,9/16/2020,Sports,The proposed Bangladesh tour of Sri Lanka hangs in the balance as the two countries’ cricket boards continue to be at ...,Quarantine squabble: Bangladesh tour of Sri Lanka hangs in balance The proposed Bangladesh tour of Sri Lanka hangs in the balance as the two countries’ cricket boards continue to be at ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka suffering reduced if IMF decision was made earlier: Harsha,3/18/2022,Economy,"""If the current decision was taken then, people will not suffer as they are doing now.""","Sri Lanka suffering reduced if IMF decision was made earlier: Harsha ""If the current decision was taken then, people will not suffer as they are doing now.""",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to repay US$2,609mn in foreign debt in 2023 first half",2/21/2023,Bonds & Forex,About US$709mn in SLDBs have to be paid,"Sri Lanka to repay US$2,609mn in foreign debt in 2023 first half About US$709mn in SLDBs have to be paid",negative,-1 "Sajith promises to appoint a ""new first time Prime Minister.""",11/7/2019,Politics,"“While Sri Lankan citizens are on the brink of hope, stranded in a stagnant economy and their livelihoods threatened b...","Sajith promises to appoint a ""new first time Prime Minister."" “While Sri Lankan citizens are on the brink of hope, stranded in a stagnant economy and their livelihoods threatened b...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker,11/23/2018,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee opened sharply weaker Friday breaching 179 rupees against the US dollar, market partic...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee opened sharply weaker Friday breaching 179 rupees against the US dollar, market partic...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee dollar swap discounts deepen, kerb greenbacks 239 rupees",12/1/2021,Bonds & Forex,No active trading in spot,"Sri Lanka rupee dollar swap discounts deepen, kerb greenbacks 239 rupees No active trading in spot",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's CEB March 2024 profits Rs84bn with capital gain, fx strength",5/19/2024,Energy,The rupee also appreciated in the March quarter,"Sri Lanka's CEB March 2024 profits Rs84bn with capital gain, fx strength The rupee also appreciated in the March quarter",positive,1 "Sri Lanka requests proposals for legal, financial advisors for debt, IMF",4/9/2022,Economy,.,"Sri Lanka requests proposals for legal, financial advisors for debt, IMF .",negative,-1 Heavy rains expected in several districts,8/29/2019,Weather and Climate,Prevailing showery and windy conditions across the island are expected to continue till tomorrow (30) and may increase i...,Heavy rains expected in several districts Prevailing showery and windy conditions across the island are expected to continue till tomorrow (30) and may increase i...,positive,1 Sri Lanka's finance ministry calls for budget proposals,1/24/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Finance has invited proposals from the public for the governmentââ‚...,Sri Lanka's finance ministry calls for budget proposals ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Finance has invited proposals from the public for the governmentââ‚...,negative,-1 "Foreign minister, US ambassador discuss future assistance to crisis-hit Sri Lanka",12/9/2022,International Relations,Minister Sabry was recently in Washington D.C. where he US Secretary of State Antony Blinken.,"Foreign minister, US ambassador discuss future assistance to crisis-hit Sri Lanka Minister Sabry was recently in Washington D.C. where he US Secretary of State Antony Blinken.",positive,1 Sri Lanka’s third International Airport resumes operations after 33 months,12/12/2022,Aviation,The operation is expected to boost tourist arrivals from South India,Sri Lanka’s third International Airport resumes operations after 33 months The operation is expected to boost tourist arrivals from South India,positive,1 Sri Lanka's power outages have not impacted vaccine cold chain so far: official,2/24/2022,Health,"“We need fuel supply as a priority, because without fuel we cannot supplement the electricity supply with generators.""","Sri Lanka's power outages have not impacted vaccine cold chain so far: official “We need fuel supply as a priority, because without fuel we cannot supplement the electricity supply with generators.""",negative,-1 "Asia markets mostly up at end of volatile week, pound struggles",11/16/2018,International news,"Asian markets mostly rose Friday but fluctuated as investors weighed China-US trade speculation, while the pound struggl...","Asia markets mostly up at end of volatile week, pound struggles Asian markets mostly rose Friday but fluctuated as investors weighed China-US trade speculation, while the pound struggl...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 299.70/80 to US dollar,5/17/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were up,Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 299.70/80 to US dollar Bond yields were up,negative,-1 Discussion between President and SJB ends on a positive Note; MP Harsha de Silva,8/6/2022,Uncategorized,Opposition proposes to lift the emergency law and to release “aragalaya” prisoners,Discussion between President and SJB ends on a positive Note; MP Harsha de Silva Opposition proposes to lift the emergency law and to release “aragalaya” prisoners,positive,1 Swiss Embassy staffer granted bail,12/30/2019,Crime,Garnier Banister Francis the Visa Assistant at the Swiss Embassy who was arrested for bringing disrepute to the governme...,Swiss Embassy staffer granted bail Garnier Banister Francis the Visa Assistant at the Swiss Embassy who was arrested for bringing disrepute to the governme...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings buys Akbar pharma unit in stock deal,12/17/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings Plc said it was acquiring Akbar Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd for a 25 percent stake in its ow...,Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings buys Akbar pharma unit in stock deal Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings Plc said it was acquiring Akbar Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd for a 25 percent stake in its ow...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to lose 20-pct from $50 tourist visa to VFS Global: legislator,5/8/2024,Business,"""Doesn’t' 10 dollars from that go to the company?","Sri Lanka to lose 20-pct from $50 tourist visa to VFS Global: legislator ""Doesn’t' 10 dollars from that go to the company?",negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond and t-bill yields steady at close; rupee unchanged,1/17/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 362.24,Sri Lanka bond and t-bill yields steady at close; rupee unchanged Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 362.24,negative,-1 Sri Lanka parliament panel approval delayed for HCL tax breaks,10/4/2022,Economy,Explanations expected on October 04,Sri Lanka parliament panel approval delayed for HCL tax breaks Explanations expected on October 04,negative,-1 From cars to bars: Carlos Ghosn's Japanese cell,11/22/2018,International news,"A solitary cell, 30 minutes of daily exercise and two baths a week: Carlos Ghosn's new routine is a world away from the ...","From cars to bars: Carlos Ghosn's Japanese cell A solitary cell, 30 minutes of daily exercise and two baths a week: Carlos Ghosn's new routine is a world away from the ...",positive,1 Sri Lanka shares pushed up by Expolanka in mid day trade,11/25/2022,Markets,Within the first hour of trade Expolanka shares contributed almost 50% of the turnover.,Sri Lanka shares pushed up by Expolanka in mid day trade Within the first hour of trade Expolanka shares contributed almost 50% of the turnover.,positive,1 Sri Lanka healthcare agencies to pay suppliers current dollar rate to reduce shortages,6/1/2022,Economy,The rupee fell steeply in 2022 after two years of money printing,Sri Lanka healthcare agencies to pay suppliers current dollar rate to reduce shortages The rupee fell steeply in 2022 after two years of money printing,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to give free rice to 2.74mn families, fertilizer subsidy as polls loom",3/19/2024,Economy,The rice handout will be given for two months,"Sri Lanka to give free rice to 2.74mn families, fertilizer subsidy as polls loom The rice handout will be given for two months",negative,-1 US inflation hits 40 year high as Sri Lanka prices soar,1/13/2022,Economy,Highest since 1982 when Paul Volcker was taming the Great Inflation,US inflation hits 40 year high as Sri Lanka prices soar Highest since 1982 when Paul Volcker was taming the Great Inflation,negative,-1 Anti-narcotics blitz from April 3,3/25/2019,Politics,President Maitrhipala Sirisena is promising a blitz against drug dealers from April 3 where he will deploy the Armed for...,Anti-narcotics blitz from April 3 President Maitrhipala Sirisena is promising a blitz against drug dealers from April 3 where he will deploy the Armed for...,positive,1 Sri Lanka plans price controls on sand after load ceilings drive up prices,6/7/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka is planning price controls for construction sand after weight ceilings slammed on trucks drove up prices, the ...","Sri Lanka plans price controls on sand after load ceilings drive up prices Sri Lanka is planning price controls for construction sand after weight ceilings slammed on trucks drove up prices, the ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's CEB says Tuesday power cuts due to breakdown at Sojitz; no more interruptions,1/12/2022,Power,"""It was repaired yesterday itself in a matter of hours by the engineers,"" he said.","Sri Lanka's CEB says Tuesday power cuts due to breakdown at Sojitz; no more interruptions ""It was repaired yesterday itself in a matter of hours by the engineers,"" he said.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to re-jig agriculture, give 300,000 acres for commercial farming: President",11/28/2023,Economy,Wet zone paddy farmers to be given freedom to grow what they like,"Sri Lanka to re-jig agriculture, give 300,000 acres for commercial farming: President Wet zone paddy farmers to be given freedom to grow what they like",positive,1 Maldives ex-strongman's top aide charged with embezzlement,2/18/2019,South Asia,Prosectors in the Maldives on Sunday charged a top aide of former strongman leader Abdulla Yameen with embezzling millio...,Maldives ex-strongman's top aide charged with embezzlement Prosectors in the Maldives on Sunday charged a top aide of former strongman leader Abdulla Yameen with embezzling millio...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks end higher,1/5/2021,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka stock market close 1.22 percent higher on Tuesday continuing the surge for the second day, pushed up by index ...","Sri Lanka stocks end higher Sri Lanka stock market close 1.22 percent higher on Tuesday continuing the surge for the second day, pushed up by index ...",negative,-1 Any deviation from Sri Lanka's reform programme could jeopardise stability: minister,4/4/2024,Economy,"According to the World Bank, Sri Lanka’s economy has stabilised though poverty remains.","Any deviation from Sri Lanka's reform programme could jeopardise stability: minister According to the World Bank, Sri Lanka’s economy has stabilised though poverty remains.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid day trade,11/29/2022,Markets,"""Market is still being pushed by Expolanka's expansion news, while Lanka IOC is moving on higher valuation."" ","Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid day trade ""Market is still being pushed by Expolanka's expansion news, while Lanka IOC is moving on higher valuation."" ",positive,1 "Top UN official in Sri Lanka Nov 23-25 to meet govt, opp leaders, civil society",11/22/2021,Human Rights,The visit follows UN Secretary-General António Guterres’s meeting with President Gotabaya Rajapaksa in September.,"Top UN official in Sri Lanka Nov 23-25 to meet govt, opp leaders, civil society The visit follows UN Secretary-General António Guterres’s meeting with President Gotabaya Rajapaksa in September.",positive,1 Sri Lanka's re-based Colombo inflation index falls to 50.6-pct in Feb 2023,2/28/2023,Economy,New index shows slightly lower inflation,Sri Lanka's re-based Colombo inflation index falls to 50.6-pct in Feb 2023 New index shows slightly lower inflation,negative,-1 Sri Lanka asks ADB to re-classify country to access cheaper funds after default,5/5/2023,Economy,ADF only countries get access to the most concessional funds. ,Sri Lanka asks ADB to re-classify country to access cheaper funds after default ADF only countries get access to the most concessional funds. ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's stocks fall in mid-day trade,9/13/2022,Stocks & Companies,Market down after four session,Sri Lanka's stocks fall in mid-day trade Market down after four session,negative,-1 Indian Marxists school on Gandhi,6/19/2023,Constitutional Amendments,"Disillusioned With Communism, Asoka Mehta and Narendra Deva Converge on Gandhian Socialism","Indian Marxists school on Gandhi Disillusioned With Communism, Asoka Mehta and Narendra Deva Converge on Gandhian Socialism",positive,1 Sri Lanka SEC lost reputation by failing to probe 2011 scams: IMF,5/23/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission to probe suspicious trading activity in 2010 and 2011 to restore its repu...,Sri Lanka SEC lost reputation by failing to probe 2011 scams: IMF Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission to probe suspicious trading activity in 2010 and 2011 to restore its repu...,negative,-1 Amendments coming to Sri Lanka inland revenue act to address officials' underperformance,8/18/2023,Economy,"“There’s only one person in Sri Lanka who pays more than 300 million rupees in tax.""","Amendments coming to Sri Lanka inland revenue act to address officials' underperformance “There’s only one person in Sri Lanka who pays more than 300 million rupees in tax.""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s Expolanka net down 96.2-pct due to exchange losses,5/2/2023,Markets,"A slowdown in global trade was visible particularly in our key North America trade lane,","Sri Lanka’s Expolanka net down 96.2-pct due to exchange losses A slowdown in global trade was visible particularly in our key North America trade lane,",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka PM explains energy sector's gloomy picture, possibility of 15-hr power cut",5/16/2022,Energy,New Prime Minister reveals the grim reality of the economy ,"Sri Lanka PM explains energy sector's gloomy picture, possibility of 15-hr power cut New Prime Minister reveals the grim reality of the economy ",positive,1 "Sri Lanka welcomes 1,614 tourists in June, 16,900 in first half of 2021",7/9/2021,Tourism,"The June arrivals of 1,614 were slightly up from 1,497 in May","Sri Lanka welcomes 1,614 tourists in June, 16,900 in first half of 2021 The June arrivals of 1,614 were slightly up from 1,497 in May",positive,1 "Trade union action caused 125Mwh, Rs 320 mn loss: Sri Lanka utility regulator",7/4/2022,Energy,The minister has instructed officials to internally investigate the incident and assist a CID probe.,"Trade union action caused 125Mwh, Rs 320 mn loss: Sri Lanka utility regulator The minister has instructed officials to internally investigate the incident and assist a CID probe.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Coronavirus cases linked to index patients except two minister says, as scapegoating drive...",4/14/2020,Health,Almost all confirmed Coronavirus patients in Sri Lanka are linked to foreign returnees and investigations are underway i...,"Sri Lanka Coronavirus cases linked to index patients except two minister says, as scapegoating drive... Almost all confirmed Coronavirus patients in Sri Lanka are linked to foreign returnees and investigations are underway i...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka limits inbound passengers, crew to 75 aboard all int'l airlines",5/2/2021,Health,The limit has been imposed for a period of two weeks,"Sri Lanka limits inbound passengers, crew to 75 aboard all int'l airlines The limit has been imposed for a period of two weeks",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's start-ups slammed by Coronavirus, seeking help",6/24/2020,ICT,"Sri Lanka's start-ups have been badly hit by Coronavirus, with the sector generally not getting support from banks indus...","Sri Lanka's start-ups slammed by Coronavirus, seeking help Sri Lanka's start-ups have been badly hit by Coronavirus, with the sector generally not getting support from banks indus...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's Serendib Finance to get capital from parent, 'A+(lka)' rating confirmed",10/1/2019,Banking,"Fitch Ratings has confirmed an 'A+(lka)' rating of Serendib Finance Limited, a finance company controlled by 'AA(lka) ra...","Sri Lanka's Serendib Finance to get capital from parent, 'A+(lka)' rating confirmed Fitch Ratings has confirmed an 'A+(lka)' rating of Serendib Finance Limited, a finance company controlled by 'AA(lka) ra...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka ragging hotline receives complaints,12/6/2023,Education,21 complaints of ragging in state universities since the establishment of a special hotline two months ago,Sri Lanka ragging hotline receives complaints 21 complaints of ragging in state universities since the establishment of a special hotline two months ago,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka expects 5.0-pct GDP growth in 2021, 6.5 in first quarter 2022",10/1/2021,Economy,Economy dealing with a series of challenges,"Sri Lanka expects 5.0-pct GDP growth in 2021, 6.5 in first quarter 2022 Economy dealing with a series of challenges",positive,1 "Sri Lanka sells Rs180bn in T-bill auction, 6-month down 129bp",6/14/2023,Bonds & Forex, Six months and one year yields fell above 100 basis points,"Sri Lanka sells Rs180bn in T-bill auction, 6-month down 129bp Six months and one year yields fell above 100 basis points",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Navy formally tasked with hydrographical surveys,12/6/2022,Defence,A National Maritime Office consist with all relevant institutions will be establish as well.,Sri Lanka Navy formally tasked with hydrographical surveys A National Maritime Office consist with all relevant institutions will be establish as well.,positive,1 "Sri Lanka Tobacco sales maintains profit in June, despite sales fall",8/13/2021,Markets,Volumes down 16-pct from March quarter,"Sri Lanka Tobacco sales maintains profit in June, despite sales fall Volumes down 16-pct from March quarter",negative,-1 Sri Lanka CESS tax process on international trade is illegal: Trade Minister,12/8/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's process of charging a 'CESS' tax on international trade and using it for general expenditure is illegal and ...,Sri Lanka CESS tax process on international trade is illegal: Trade Minister Sri Lanka's process of charging a 'CESS' tax on international trade and using it for general expenditure is illegal and ...,negative,-1 "Prayers, fear in tsunami-struck Indonesian towns as toll tops 400",12/25/2018,International news,"A small Christmas service was held near a stretch of Indonesia's tsunami-struck coastline Tuesday, as panicked residents...","Prayers, fear in tsunami-struck Indonesian towns as toll tops 400 A small Christmas service was held near a stretch of Indonesia's tsunami-struck coastline Tuesday, as panicked residents...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Banking and Financial Sector impact from Covid-19 by Advocata Institute Video,5/1/2020,Banking,Colombo-based Advocata Institute is hosting a live seminar on the impact of the banking sector from Covid-19.,Sri Lanka Banking and Financial Sector impact from Covid-19 by Advocata Institute Video Colombo-based Advocata Institute is hosting a live seminar on the impact of the banking sector from Covid-19.,positive,1 Select consumers in Sri Lanka required to pay electricity bills in dollars: regulator,8/10/2022,Power,"The decision was made “despite several objections raised against the proposed scheme,” the PUCSL said.","Select consumers in Sri Lanka required to pay electricity bills in dollars: regulator The decision was made “despite several objections raised against the proposed scheme,” the PUCSL said.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to import eggs after price controls decimate layer, parent bird populations",1/3/2023,Agriculture,"If necessary, we will look at the quantity and import to give eggs ","Sri Lanka to import eggs after price controls decimate layer, parent bird populations If necessary, we will look at the quantity and import to give eggs ",positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.75/324.10 to the US dollar on Thursday,10/5/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee opened at 323.75/324.10 on Thursday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.75/324.10 to the US dollar on Thursday Sri Lanka rupee opened at 323.75/324.10 on Thursday, dealers said.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka looking to counter Boothaya, Tsunami water on paddy",7/31/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka is looking to counter the problem where farmers cannot get a guaranteed price due to higher mois...,"Sri Lanka looking to counter Boothaya, Tsunami water on paddy ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka is looking to counter the problem where farmers cannot get a guaranteed price due to higher mois...",negative,-1 "Gota will work for America for one year, even if he renounces citizenship – Hector Appuhamy",7/30/2019,Politics,"Even if former Defence Secretary Gotabaya Rajapaksa renounces his US citizenship, he is still responsible to work with A...","Gota will work for America for one year, even if he renounces citizenship – Hector Appuhamy Even if former Defence Secretary Gotabaya Rajapaksa renounces his US citizenship, he is still responsible to work with A...",positive,1 Magistrates to be permitted to visit police stations to check on suspects,2/16/2021,Courts,Sri Lanka’s Criminal Law is being amended to allow Magistrates to visit Police stations to examine the condition of su...,Magistrates to be permitted to visit police stations to check on suspects Sri Lanka’s Criminal Law is being amended to allow Magistrates to visit Police stations to examine the condition of su...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks retreat for fourth day,10/2/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.62 percent lower on Wednesday, falling for the fourth straight day, brokers said.","Sri Lanka stocks retreat for fourth day Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.62 percent lower on Wednesday, falling for the fourth straight day, brokers said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee remains unchanged around 199/208 levels to one-month dollar,5/13/2021,Bonds & Forex,Yields steady.,Sri Lanka rupee remains unchanged around 199/208 levels to one-month dollar Yields steady.,positive,1 Sri Lanka among low rated emerging sovereigns facing rollover risk: Moody's,3/31/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka is among several low rated emerging countries that are facing ""significant rollover risk"" amid currency deprec...","Sri Lanka among low rated emerging sovereigns facing rollover risk: Moody's Sri Lanka is among several low rated emerging countries that are facing ""significant rollover risk"" amid currency deprec...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka tea production up 1.4-pct in Jan 2024, exports up 6.8-pct",2/23/2024,Agriculture,Export earnings were reported at 102 million US dollars,"Sri Lanka tea production up 1.4-pct in Jan 2024, exports up 6.8-pct Export earnings were reported at 102 million US dollars",negative,-1 Malcolm Cardinal Ranjit and Harin Fernando patch up their differences,6/27/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,Former Member of Parliament Harin Fernando has met Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith and two have made up after a spat between th...,Malcolm Cardinal Ranjit and Harin Fernando patch up their differences Former Member of Parliament Harin Fernando has met Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith and two have made up after a spat between th...,positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee opens at 320.00/25 to the US dollar,1/22/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 320.00/25 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 320.00/25 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 320.00/25 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady.",positive,1 "US Fed to continue cutting as fears, uncertainty deepen",10/28/2019,International news,White-hot panic about global trade may have eased a bit in recent weeks but the economic outlook is no easier to call fo...,"US Fed to continue cutting as fears, uncertainty deepen White-hot panic about global trade may have eased a bit in recent weeks but the economic outlook is no easier to call fo...",negative,-1 "SriLankan Airlines 2024 bonds downgraded to 'CCC', trades at steep discount",12/27/2020,Economy," State-run SriLankan Airlines Plc, dollar bonds due in 2024 have been downgraded to 'CCC' by Fitch after a sovereign rat...","SriLankan Airlines 2024 bonds downgraded to 'CCC', trades at steep discount State-run SriLankan Airlines Plc, dollar bonds due in 2024 have been downgraded to 'CCC' by Fitch after a sovereign rat...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka needs strong defence policy – Army Chief,5/29/2019,Politics,The county is in need of a strong defence policy in order to determine the depth and width of Sri Lanka’s national int...,Sri Lanka needs strong defence policy – Army Chief The county is in need of a strong defence policy in order to determine the depth and width of Sri Lanka’s national int...,negative,-1 "SJB resolves intra-party wrangling over National List, names are unchanged",8/13/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,The main opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) has sent in its letter nominating seven members to the National List to...,"SJB resolves intra-party wrangling over National List, names are unchanged The main opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) has sent in its letter nominating seven members to the National List to...",negative,-1 India will hold Sri Lanka to its commitments on reconciliation,1/12/2021,Democracy,Indian External Affairs Minister tells Virakesari that Sri Lanka has promised to work towards realizing the expectations...,India will hold Sri Lanka to its commitments on reconciliation Indian External Affairs Minister tells Virakesari that Sri Lanka has promised to work towards realizing the expectations...,positive,1 President vows not to allow foreign forces to be deployed in Sri Lanka,5/6/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena said that he would not allow any foreign forces to be deployed in the country as he has k...,President vows not to allow foreign forces to be deployed in Sri Lanka President Maithripala Sirisena said that he would not allow any foreign forces to be deployed in the country as he has k...,negative,-1 Sri Lankan Airlines Airbuse leases from Aercap questioned on unseen penalties,2/22/2020,Aviation,"Though an earlier Board of state-run SriLankan Airlines had claimed they paid 115.7 million US dollars to Aercap, a leas...","Sri Lankan Airlines Airbuse leases from Aercap questioned on unseen penalties Though an earlier Board of state-run SriLankan Airlines had claimed they paid 115.7 million US dollars to Aercap, a leas...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka gilt yields close flat,5/14/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s bond yields were flat Thursday on moderate trading,Sri Lanka gilt yields close flat Sri Lanka’s bond yields were flat Thursday on moderate trading,negative,-1 Sri Lanka bonds and T-bill yields open steady,1/18/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 362.24 rupees,Sri Lanka bonds and T-bill yields open steady Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 362.24 rupees,positive,1 Sri Lanka to hike Treasury Bill ceiling,5/3/2023,Bonds & Forex,"By end March 2023 outstanding T-bill stock had reached Rs4,636bn","Sri Lanka to hike Treasury Bill ceiling By end March 2023 outstanding T-bill stock had reached Rs4,636bn",negative,-1 "Confusion over Rs 7,500 fee at quarantine centres",3/10/2020,Health,A report that new arrivals to the country including Sri Lankan nationals that are quarantined in Batticaloa and Kandakad...,"Confusion over Rs 7,500 fee at quarantine centres A report that new arrivals to the country including Sri Lankan nationals that are quarantined in Batticaloa and Kandakad...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka’s Ceylon Chamber wants zero tolerance of divisive practices, pvt sector monitoring",10/30/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's main business chamber wants the private sector monitor government program implementation and zero tolerance ...,"Sri Lanka’s Ceylon Chamber wants zero tolerance of divisive practices, pvt sector monitoring Sri Lanka's main business chamber wants the private sector monitor government program implementation and zero tolerance ...",negative,-1 "Better pay, security could help reduce Sri Lanka's labour shortage",2/12/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT – Offering better pay, security of employment and flexible working hours could help resolve labour sh...","Better pay, security could help reduce Sri Lanka's labour shortage ECONOMYNEXT – Offering better pay, security of employment and flexible working hours could help resolve labour sh...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka central bank on insolvency track, quasi-fiscal losses loom",10/11/2021,Economy,In September gross reserves had fallen further,"Sri Lanka central bank on insolvency track, quasi-fiscal losses loom In September gross reserves had fallen further",negative,-1 Sri Lanka markets quiet after election,8/7/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's stocks opened higher after general elections results gave a large majority to the party of President Gotabay...,Sri Lanka markets quiet after election Sri Lanka's stocks opened higher after general elections results gave a large majority to the party of President Gotabay...,negative,-1 Solar power project at Sri Lanka airport,11/23/2023,Aviation,BIA has started a 100 kilowatt solar power pilot project on the roof of its passenger terminal building,Solar power project at Sri Lanka airport BIA has started a 100 kilowatt solar power pilot project on the roof of its passenger terminal building,negative,-1 Sri Lanka firms allowed to borrow forex abroad,4/27/2021,Economy,Units of foreign companies have been allowed to borrow from parents,Sri Lanka firms allowed to borrow forex abroad Units of foreign companies have been allowed to borrow from parents,negative,-1 'Independent commission' doesn't mean independence of individual members: Sagara,9/23/2020,Politics,The Sri Lankan people lost their confidence in the independent commissions due to “some” election commission memberâ...,'Independent commission' doesn't mean independence of individual members: Sagara The Sri Lankan people lost their confidence in the independent commissions due to “some” election commission memberâ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond yields close higher,2/21/2023,Markets,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against the USD,Sri Lanka bond yields close higher Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against the USD,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilts edge up; stocks gain 0.26-pct",4/26/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee ended weaker at 175.25/50 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market Friday, wh...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilts edge up; stocks gain 0.26-pct ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee ended weaker at 175.25/50 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market Friday, wh...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Anura Kumara Dissanayake is the only common candidate: JVP gen secy,9/4/2023,Politics,"“If anyone says you need a common candidate to defeat Ranil Wickremesinghe, that person is already here,” said Silva...","Sri Lanka's Anura Kumara Dissanayake is the only common candidate: JVP gen secy “If anyone says you need a common candidate to defeat Ranil Wickremesinghe, that person is already here,” said Silva...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to establish new, expand existing science and technology universities",11/13/2023,Education,"Plans for new technology university in Kandy, and converting private higher education institutions into universities","Sri Lanka to establish new, expand existing science and technology universities Plans for new technology university in Kandy, and converting private higher education institutions into universities",positive,1 "Sri Lankan imports fall sharply in December 2018, trade gap narrows",3/13/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s imports fell sharply in December 2018 from a year ago with the trade gap narrowi...,"Sri Lankan imports fall sharply in December 2018, trade gap narrows ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s imports fell sharply in December 2018 from a year ago with the trade gap narrowi...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka hikes kerosene price 290-pct in steep correction,8/21/2022,Energy,A local refinery began production on August 20 after being closed for months ,Sri Lanka hikes kerosene price 290-pct in steep correction A local refinery began production on August 20 after being closed for months ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee closes 199/199.50 to one-week dollar,3/22/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker on Monday at 199/199.50 against the one-week dollar, while bond yields were flat/down deal...","Sri Lanka rupee closes 199/199.50 to one-week dollar Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker on Monday at 199/199.50 against the one-week dollar, while bond yields were flat/down deal...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 3 hours for August 25,8/24/2022,Energy,.,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 3 hours for August 25 .,negative,-1 Sri Lanka social media ban removed,4/3/2022,ICT,By 1530pm all social media platforms were working,Sri Lanka social media ban removed By 1530pm all social media platforms were working,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee opens firm, stocks gain",6/20/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened stronger at 176.65/75 percent against the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond ...","Sri Lanka rupee opens firm, stocks gain Sri Lanka's rupee opened stronger at 176.65/75 percent against the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee gains at open, bond yields fall",4/11/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened at 174.55/60 to the US dollar in the spot market Thursday, while bond yields fell on buying pre...","Sri Lanka rupee gains at open, bond yields fall Sri Lanka's rupee opened at 174.55/60 to the US dollar in the spot market Thursday, while bond yields fell on buying pre...",negative,-1 Number of China's ultra-wealthy dwindles in 2019,10/10/2019,International news,This is the first time in 21 years that the Hurun (China) Rich List has shrunk for two consecutive years,Number of China's ultra-wealthy dwindles in 2019 This is the first time in 21 years that the Hurun (China) Rich List has shrunk for two consecutive years,negative,-1 Sri Lanka overnight injections top Rs600bn amid reserve outflow,2/3/2022,Economy,Sterilized interventions point to steady drains,Sri Lanka overnight injections top Rs600bn amid reserve outflow Sterilized interventions point to steady drains,negative,-1 Sri Lanka inflation rises to 69.8-pct in September,9/30/2022,Economy,Food prices up 94.9-pct in the past 12 months,Sri Lanka inflation rises to 69.8-pct in September Food prices up 94.9-pct in the past 12 months,negative,-1 UNP requests supporters to report incidents of post-election violence,11/19/2019,Politics,The UNP called on its supporters who have allegedly become victims of post-election violence to report such incidents to...,UNP requests supporters to report incidents of post-election violence The UNP called on its supporters who have allegedly become victims of post-election violence to report such incidents to...,negative,-1 At least 15 killed in Sri Lanka shootout,4/27/2019,Defence,At least 15 people had been killed in a shootout in Sri Lanka's east while security forces were raiding a suspected safe...,At least 15 killed in Sri Lanka shootout At least 15 people had been killed in a shootout in Sri Lanka's east while security forces were raiding a suspected safe...,negative,-1 The three women hoping to upset India's Modi at the polls,4/6/2019,South Asia,India's alpha-male Prime Minister Narendra Modi faces three formidable women looking to spoil his chances of winning a n...,The three women hoping to upset India's Modi at the polls India's alpha-male Prime Minister Narendra Modi faces three formidable women looking to spoil his chances of winning a n...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka 22 constitutional amendment gets supreme court nod,9/6/2022,Political News,.,Sri Lanka 22 constitutional amendment gets supreme court nod .,positive,1 Sri Lanka schedules power cuts up to 13-hours for March 31,3/30/2022,Energy,The CEB increases the duration of power cuts,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts up to 13-hours for March 31 The CEB increases the duration of power cuts,negative,-1 "798 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 29,378",12/9/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 798 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (09), the...","798 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 29,378 Sri Lankan health officials identified 798 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (09), the...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to have controlled price formula for LIOC, CPC: Minister",5/6/2022,Economy,I believe a transparent price formula should be introduced both to Lanka IOC and CPC,"Sri Lanka to have controlled price formula for LIOC, CPC: Minister I believe a transparent price formula should be introduced both to Lanka IOC and CPC",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka fails to sell 53-pct of Treasuries at auction, ceiling rate nudged up",12/30/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has failed to sell 48 percent of Treasuries offered at an 'auction' despite a pre-announced ceiling rate being...,"Sri Lanka fails to sell 53-pct of Treasuries at auction, ceiling rate nudged up Sri Lanka has failed to sell 48 percent of Treasuries offered at an 'auction' despite a pre-announced ceiling rate being...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee traded at 330 to the US dollar,3/29/2022,Economy,Banks have to sell 50-pct of forex receipts to the central bank,Sri Lanka rupee traded at 330 to the US dollar Banks have to sell 50-pct of forex receipts to the central bank,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee, stocks marginally lower in early trading; bonds edge higher",11/9/2018,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee was trading slightly weaker at around 175.20/30 rupees against the US dollar in the sp...,"Sri Lanka rupee, stocks marginally lower in early trading; bonds edge higher ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee was trading slightly weaker at around 175.20/30 rupees against the US dollar in the sp...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka IMF deal, taxes cannot be revealed to parliament until implemented: CB Governor",9/6/2022,Economy,Basically there is a limit to what can be shared with the public or parliament,"Sri Lanka IMF deal, taxes cannot be revealed to parliament until implemented: CB Governor Basically there is a limit to what can be shared with the public or parliament",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka defence ministry to boost entertainment, national security with TV station",9/10/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has taken a state television station into the defence ministry, giving it the...","Sri Lanka defence ministry to boost entertainment, national security with TV station Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has taken a state television station into the defence ministry, giving it the...",positive,1 Sri Lanka Presidents Secy asks for police probe over Indian fertilizer allegation,10/23/2021,Legal,Alleged influence over bank account opening,Sri Lanka Presidents Secy asks for police probe over Indian fertilizer allegation Alleged influence over bank account opening,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's new anti-corruption law will signal ease of doing business: official,6/18/2023,Corruption,"“Next week, when this bill is brought to parliament, I believe we will be able to take that forward,” he said. ","Sri Lanka's new anti-corruption law will signal ease of doing business: official “Next week, when this bill is brought to parliament, I believe we will be able to take that forward,” he said. ",positive,1 Sri Lanka re-nationalizes film distribution under 1971 agency,7/20/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's National Film Corporation, a state agency set up in 1971 has re-nationalized film distribution under an admi...","Sri Lanka re-nationalizes film distribution under 1971 agency Sri Lanka's National Film Corporation, a state agency set up in 1971 has re-nationalized film distribution under an admi...",negative,-1 Softlogic plans five more supermarkets in Sri Lanka,8/17/2019,Business,Sri Lanka’s Softlogic Holdings Plc is planning to expand its new Glomark supermarket chain with five more outlets...,Softlogic plans five more supermarkets in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka’s Softlogic Holdings Plc is planning to expand its new Glomark supermarket chain with five more outlets...,positive,1 IV fluids plant to be set up in Sri Lanka industrial park,12/21/2018,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – An intravenous (IV) fluids manufacturing plant is to be set up in an industrial park in central Sri...,IV fluids plant to be set up in Sri Lanka industrial park ECONOMYNEXT – An intravenous (IV) fluids manufacturing plant is to be set up in an industrial park in central Sri...,negative,-1 Britain scrambles for Brexit consensus as EU leaders hold out hope for deal,4/5/2019,International news,Britain's government redoubled its efforts Thursday to find common ground with the opposition as German Chancellor Angel...,Britain scrambles for Brexit consensus as EU leaders hold out hope for deal Britain's government redoubled its efforts Thursday to find common ground with the opposition as German Chancellor Angel...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka CB appoints new monetary policy consultative committee,10/19/2021,Economy,Representatives from several sectors,Sri Lanka CB appoints new monetary policy consultative committee Representatives from several sectors,positive,1 "ADB to study Sri Lanka as LNG hub, supplying Maldives",6/12/2019,Energy,ECONOMYNEXT – The Asian Development Bank will fund a study on the feasibility of setting up a liquefied natural g...,"ADB to study Sri Lanka as LNG hub, supplying Maldives ECONOMYNEXT – The Asian Development Bank will fund a study on the feasibility of setting up a liquefied natural g...",positive,1 Sierra Cables Plc wins Rs900mn deal from Sri Lanka power utility,7/26/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's Sierra Cables Plc has won a 900 million rupee deal to supply cable to state run Ceylon Electricity Board, th...","Sierra Cables Plc wins Rs900mn deal from Sri Lanka power utility Sri Lanka's Sierra Cables Plc has won a 900 million rupee deal to supply cable to state run Ceylon Electricity Board, th...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka bond yields slide 50-bp after SRR cut, rupee close weaker",6/17/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 186.45/65 to the US dollar on Wednesday while stocks gained and bond yields fell more t...,"Sri Lanka bond yields slide 50-bp after SRR cut, rupee close weaker Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 186.45/65 to the US dollar on Wednesday while stocks gained and bond yields fell more t...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka budget deficit may reach 9.3-pct of GDP, external stress to continue after elections: Fitc...",6/24/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's budget deficit may reach 9.3 percent of gross domestic product in 2020 and foreign debt repayment pressure w...,"Sri Lanka budget deficit may reach 9.3-pct of GDP, external stress to continue after elections: Fitc... Sri Lanka's budget deficit may reach 9.3 percent of gross domestic product in 2020 and foreign debt repayment pressure w...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka begins implementing Singapore free trade deal,4/8/2024,Economy,20-pct of imports to be taxed to give profits to special interests,Sri Lanka begins implementing Singapore free trade deal 20-pct of imports to be taxed to give profits to special interests,negative,-1 Election Commission meeting health officials today to decide on elections,3/16/2020,Health,Members of the Elections Commission are set to meet health officials today to discuss the effect COVID-19 will have on t...,Election Commission meeting health officials today to decide on elections Members of the Elections Commission are set to meet health officials today to discuss the effect COVID-19 will have on t...,positive,1 Sri Lanka stocks take a dip as budget worries loom,10/25/2023,Commodities,Apprehension about upcoming budget sees sellers but no takers,Sri Lanka stocks take a dip as budget worries loom Apprehension about upcoming budget sees sellers but no takers,negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond yields up on selling interest,12/16/2021,Bonds & Forex,At the previous day's bills auction 56.9 billion out of 66 billion,Sri Lanka bond yields up on selling interest At the previous day's bills auction 56.9 billion out of 66 billion,negative,-1 Daily spend of tourists in Sri Lanka rises to US$190 a day,12/11/2022,Business,There is an indication of roughly a 5 dollar increase in per day spending of tourists ,Daily spend of tourists in Sri Lanka rises to US$190 a day There is an indication of roughly a 5 dollar increase in per day spending of tourists ,positive,1 Price formula for flour to be introduced - Buddhika Pathirana,8/1/2019,Uncategorized,"A pricing formula will be implemented for flour in the near future, State Minister for Industry and Commerce Buddhika Pa...","Price formula for flour to be introduced - Buddhika Pathirana A pricing formula will be implemented for flour in the near future, State Minister for Industry and Commerce Buddhika Pa...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields gain",8/29/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 180.30/60 to the US dollar, while bond yields edged up, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields gain Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 180.30/60 to the US dollar, while bond yields edged up, dealers said.",negative,-1 SriLankan Airlines makes Rs79bn profit after rate mis-targeting ends,11/17/2023,Economy,"When currencies collapse from inflationary open market operations, SOEs make large losses ","SriLankan Airlines makes Rs79bn profit after rate mis-targeting ends When currencies collapse from inflationary open market operations, SOEs make large losses ",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee at 306.30/50 against the US dollar, bond yields steady",5/22/2023,Bonds & Forex,The rupee opened at 306.30/50 against the US dollar in the spot market,"Sri Lanka rupee at 306.30/50 against the US dollar, bond yields steady The rupee opened at 306.30/50 against the US dollar in the spot market",negative,-1 Cargills supermarket chain to accept payment for SriLankan online bookings,2/20/2019,Banking,Cargills Food City supermarkets and Cargills Bank branches will accept payment for Sri Lankan airlines tickets booked on...,Cargills supermarket chain to accept payment for SriLankan online bookings Cargills Food City supermarkets and Cargills Bank branches will accept payment for Sri Lankan airlines tickets booked on...,negative,-1 Swiss summon Sri Lankan envoy over worker's abduction,12/5/2019,Political News,"Switzerland has summoned Sri Lanka's ambassador and asked to see the ""purported evidence"" that Colombo says casts doubt ...","Swiss summon Sri Lankan envoy over worker's abduction Switzerland has summoned Sri Lanka's ambassador and asked to see the ""purported evidence"" that Colombo says casts doubt ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Consumer Affairs Authority contributory party to economic crisis: Minister,4/19/2023,Economy,Aggrieved parties may be able to go the Supreme Court to seek redress,Sri Lanka's Consumer Affairs Authority contributory party to economic crisis: Minister Aggrieved parties may be able to go the Supreme Court to seek redress,negative,-1 Sri Lanka banks should invest in fintech start ups: senior banker,3/11/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's banks and financial institutions are not doing enough to sponsor and promote fintech start ups, veteran bank...","Sri Lanka banks should invest in fintech start ups: senior banker Sri Lanka's banks and financial institutions are not doing enough to sponsor and promote fintech start ups, veteran bank...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Foreign Employment Bureau workers protest over bonus pay,1/12/2023,Economy,President had directed a probe on loss making enterprises CPC and SriLankan airlines after they paid bonus ,Sri Lanka Foreign Employment Bureau workers protest over bonus pay President had directed a probe on loss making enterprises CPC and SriLankan airlines after they paid bonus ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's largest saphhire-family corundum found,12/12/2021,Business,This is not an aggregate. It is a single stone,Sri Lanka's largest saphhire-family corundum found This is not an aggregate. It is a single stone,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka sells Rs80bn in mostly 3-month bills, down 18bp",9/14/2022,Bonds & Forex,Rs78 bn in three month bills,"Sri Lanka sells Rs80bn in mostly 3-month bills, down 18bp Rs78 bn in three month bills",negative,-1 Luxury cruise ship docked at H’tota Port last week,6/10/2019,Economy,"The luxury cruise liner ‘Europa 2’ docked at the Hambantota Port last week for an overnight stay, allowing over 200 ...","Luxury cruise ship docked at H’tota Port last week The luxury cruise liner ‘Europa 2’ docked at the Hambantota Port last week for an overnight stay, allowing over 200 ...",positive,1 Day of mourning if Bill against death penalty presented – Sirisena,7/15/2019,Uncategorized,"President Maithripala Sirisena says that if a Bill to abolish the death penalty is presented in the parliament, he would...","Day of mourning if Bill against death penalty presented – Sirisena President Maithripala Sirisena says that if a Bill to abolish the death penalty is presented in the parliament, he would...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks close higher,5/6/2021,Markets,Browns Investments pushes ASPI's gain.,Sri Lanka stocks close higher Browns Investments pushes ASPI's gain.,positive,1 Sri Lanka foreign reserves drop to US$2.3bn in Jan 22,2/7/2022,Economy,Net reserves are negative,Sri Lanka foreign reserves drop to US$2.3bn in Jan 22 Net reserves are negative,negative,-1 Sri Lanka hotels in staffing crisis after Easter attacks,5/31/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's hoteliers are trying to retain staff until arrivals recover from the Easter Sunday bombings, but many in the...","Sri Lanka hotels in staffing crisis after Easter attacks Sri Lanka's hoteliers are trying to retain staff until arrivals recover from the Easter Sunday bombings, but many in the...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka PM rejects allegations of cabinet-sanctioned election directive,1/17/2023,Politics,"""At every cabinet meeting, we discuss issues in the country. If somebody said that, it is an incorrect news,"" he said.","Sri Lanka PM rejects allegations of cabinet-sanctioned election directive ""At every cabinet meeting, we discuss issues in the country. If somebody said that, it is an incorrect news,"" he said.",negative,-1 Audit flags delays in ADB-funded Sri Lanka water project,11/14/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's auditor general has drawn attention to delays in an Asian Development Bank-funded project to improve water s...,Audit flags delays in ADB-funded Sri Lanka water project Sri Lanka's auditor general has drawn attention to delays in an Asian Development Bank-funded project to improve water s...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka President to meet all parties,11/18/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena will meet all party leaders on Sunday in a bid to resolve a worsening politic...,Sri Lanka President to meet all parties Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena will meet all party leaders on Sunday in a bid to resolve a worsening politic...,positive,1 SriLankan resumes weekly flights to Russia,8/1/2021,Aviation,Moscow flights are a significant air link that opens to the gateway of the South Asian region,SriLankan resumes weekly flights to Russia Moscow flights are a significant air link that opens to the gateway of the South Asian region,positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields unchanged",12/11/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 186.05/40 to the US dollar on Friday in the spot market while yields remained unchanged...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 186.05/40 to the US dollar on Friday in the spot market while yields remained unchanged...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka private hospital hit by staffer testing positive for COVID 19,7/14/2020,Health,"Melsta, a private hospital in Ragama is confirming that a staff member has tested positive for COVID 19 and has been adm...","Sri Lanka private hospital hit by staffer testing positive for COVID 19 Melsta, a private hospital in Ragama is confirming that a staff member has tested positive for COVID 19 and has been adm...",negative,-1 "CT CSLA Asia Frontier forum to feature Sri Lanka, Pakistan firms",11/28/2022,Economy,CT CLSA Securities of Sri Lanka and Alfalah CLSA Pakistan are partnering to host the forum,"CT CSLA Asia Frontier forum to feature Sri Lanka, Pakistan firms CT CLSA Securities of Sri Lanka and Alfalah CLSA Pakistan are partnering to host the forum",positive,1 Sri Lanka should scrap war-time controls to boost domestic aviation: Minister,10/6/2023,Aviation,"Sri Lanka should jettison regulations dating back from a 30-year civil war period, to develop its domestic aviation","Sri Lanka should scrap war-time controls to boost domestic aviation: Minister Sri Lanka should jettison regulations dating back from a 30-year civil war period, to develop its domestic aviation",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka expects tourists from Germany, Dubai as airports re-open",1/21/2021,Aviation,Sri Lanka is expecting the first tourists from Germany and Dubai after Colombo and Mattala airports re-opened for touris...,"Sri Lanka expects tourists from Germany, Dubai as airports re-open Sri Lanka is expecting the first tourists from Germany and Dubai after Colombo and Mattala airports re-opened for touris...",negative,-1 President Rajapaksa's speech at Sri Lanka Investment Forum 2021 - full text,6/7/2021,Economy,"Invites investment to Colombo Port City, energy, information technology, agriculture","President Rajapaksa's speech at Sri Lanka Investment Forum 2021 - full text Invites investment to Colombo Port City, energy, information technology, agriculture",positive,1 Sri Lanka develops new tea plucking machine,6/28/2023,Tea,In 2020 a machine was developed to pluck selected tea leaves.,Sri Lanka develops new tea plucking machine In 2020 a machine was developed to pluck selected tea leaves.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Chinese-built Lotus Tower to be commence operations on Sep 15,8/31/2022,Business,"Quoting the management company, the PMD said bookings have already been made for 15 events by December 31.","Sri Lanka's Chinese-built Lotus Tower to be commence operations on Sep 15 Quoting the management company, the PMD said bookings have already been made for 15 events by December 31.",negative,-1 Harin Fernando steps down from his posts,11/17/2019,Politics,UNP MP Harin Fernando has quit his Ministerial posts as well as all officwes he holds with the party after the rubbing t...,Harin Fernando steps down from his posts UNP MP Harin Fernando has quit his Ministerial posts as well as all officwes he holds with the party after the rubbing t...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka tea exports down 2-pct in Feb 2021, China buys more",3/28/2021,Business,"Sri Lanka's tea exports fell 2.07 percent from a year ago to 23.16 million kilograms in February 2021, while revenues in...","Sri Lanka tea exports down 2-pct in Feb 2021, China buys more Sri Lanka's tea exports fell 2.07 percent from a year ago to 23.16 million kilograms in February 2021, while revenues in...",negative,-1 "385 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 15,723",11/13/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 385 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (13), the...","385 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 15,723 Sri Lankan health officials identified 385 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (13), the...",negative,-1 UN condemns use of force by Myanmar on democracy activists,3/1/2021,Democracy,The United Nations and world leaders have strongly criticised the Military junta ruling Myanmar for using “lethal forc...,UN condemns use of force by Myanmar on democracy activists The United Nations and world leaders have strongly criticised the Military junta ruling Myanmar for using “lethal forc...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka ruling party stalwart Dullas Alahapperuma asks PM, cabinet to step down",4/22/2022,Politics,"""Every week this decision is delayed, the country's future and stability is ruined for years.""","Sri Lanka ruling party stalwart Dullas Alahapperuma asks PM, cabinet to step down ""Every week this decision is delayed, the country's future and stability is ruined for years.""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond yields close up,1/27/2023,Bonds & Forex,Guidance peg unchanged,Sri Lanka bond yields close up Guidance peg unchanged,negative,-1 "Sampath Bank merchants to get payments from Diners Club, Discover and Amex via Paycorp",7/25/2021,Banking,Six payment networks integrated,"Sampath Bank merchants to get payments from Diners Club, Discover and Amex via Paycorp Six payment networks integrated",negative,-1 """Harassment and victimisation based on religion in SL"" - UN envoy",8/26/2019,Uncategorized,United Nations Special Rapporteur on freedom of religion or belief Ahmed Shaheed says he found after the Easter attacks ...,"""Harassment and victimisation based on religion in SL"" - UN envoy United Nations Special Rapporteur on freedom of religion or belief Ahmed Shaheed says he found after the Easter attacks ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka industrial zone shelved as expropriation thwarted,11/23/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka has shelved plans to set up an industrial zone with Thailand's Rojana as an attempt expropriate leased land fr...,Sri Lanka industrial zone shelved as expropriation thwarted Sri Lanka has shelved plans to set up an industrial zone with Thailand's Rojana as an attempt expropriate leased land fr...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka adds Thai Bhat to designated foreign currencies for off-shore banking,6/25/2021,Economy,The Colombo Port City multiple currency dollarised area will also use designated currency,Sri Lanka adds Thai Bhat to designated foreign currencies for off-shore banking The Colombo Port City multiple currency dollarised area will also use designated currency,positive,1 Sri Lanka to open airport services to private sector,4/16/2023,Uncategorized,Plans public private partnerships for aviation services in aerodromes,Sri Lanka to open airport services to private sector Plans public private partnerships for aviation services in aerodromes,positive,1 Sri Lanka gets first batch of rice donated by Australia,9/21/2022,Economy,"Launched in June, WFP’s emergency response aims to help 3.4 million of those most at risk","Sri Lanka gets first batch of rice donated by Australia Launched in June, WFP’s emergency response aims to help 3.4 million of those most at risk",positive,1 "Sri Lanka stocks close up, high net worth and retail interest improving",3/12/2024,Stocks & Companies,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Tuesday, on a continuous run, data on its site showed.","Sri Lanka stocks close up, high net worth and retail interest improving The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Tuesday, on a continuous run, data on its site showed.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends firm, gilt yields steady",9/11/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 184.45/55 against the US dollar on Friday while bond yields were steady in today's 10...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends firm, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 184.45/55 against the US dollar on Friday while bond yields were steady in today's 10...",positive,1 Sri Lanka hikes tax on fish imports,3/3/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka has hiked a tax on imported fish to 150 rupees a kilogram from 100 rupees or 10 percent of the value, the fin...","Sri Lanka hikes tax on fish imports Sri Lanka has hiked a tax on imported fish to 150 rupees a kilogram from 100 rupees or 10 percent of the value, the fin...",negative,-1 Supreme Court hears crucial submissions over elections tomorrow,8/22/2019,Politics,"A five-judge bench of the Supreme Court will hear oral and written submissions tomorrow 23 Aug, as to whether the Provin...","Supreme Court hears crucial submissions over elections tomorrow A five-judge bench of the Supreme Court will hear oral and written submissions tomorrow 23 Aug, as to whether the Provin...",positive,1 Sri Lanka sees a sharp rise in day-light robbery amid drug-traffic allegations,6/7/2022,Crime,Five people have been shot dead just in the last four days ,Sri Lanka sees a sharp rise in day-light robbery amid drug-traffic allegations Five people have been shot dead just in the last four days ,positive,1 Sri Lanka backlash over misogyny of Gota’s key backers,7/11/2019,Legal,Professionals affiliated to former defence secretary Gotabhaya Rajapaksa were described as “misogynists” aft...,Sri Lanka backlash over misogyny of Gota’s key backers Professionals affiliated to former defence secretary Gotabhaya Rajapaksa were described as “misogynists” aft...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka does not have any FTAs, should clean up tariff schedule: trade expert",10/10/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka does not have any free trade agreements, as large volumes of products are taxed at high rates through so-calle...","Sri Lanka does not have any FTAs, should clean up tariff schedule: trade expert Sri Lanka does not have any free trade agreements, as large volumes of products are taxed at high rates through so-calle...",negative,-1 South Asian Travel Awards 2019 to go ahead in Sri Lanka,7/24/2019,Business,"The South Asian Travel Awards 2019 (SATA) will be hosted in Sri Lanka's southern resort Galle this September, an officia...","South Asian Travel Awards 2019 to go ahead in Sri Lanka The South Asian Travel Awards 2019 (SATA) will be hosted in Sri Lanka's southern resort Galle this September, an officia...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka's rising political risks amid uncertain polls, IMF deal drag ",2/7/2023,Debt Restructuring,Sri Lanka sees new political risks since its sovereign debt default ,"Sri Lanka's rising political risks amid uncertain polls, IMF deal drag  Sri Lanka sees new political risks since its sovereign debt default ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Bairaha Farms boosted by JV profits in Dec 2020,1/24/2021,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's Bairaha Farms Plc, a poultry group has reported profits of 120 million rupees in the December 2020 quarter, ...","Sri Lanka's Bairaha Farms boosted by JV profits in Dec 2020 Sri Lanka's Bairaha Farms Plc, a poultry group has reported profits of 120 million rupees in the December 2020 quarter, ...",positive,1 The SLFP is in deep crisis,10/8/2019,Politics,"""SLFP “is in the mood to extinct itself. It is facing a crisis and this leadership cannot find a way out.”","The SLFP is in deep crisis ""SLFP “is in the mood to extinct itself. It is facing a crisis and this leadership cannot find a way out.”",negative,-1 "Order investigation on Gammanpila, Harin urges president",10/19/2020,Politics,Action must be taken against Minister Udaya Gammanpila for his recent remarks about hiding fellow Pivithuru Hela Urumaya...,"Order investigation on Gammanpila, Harin urges president Action must be taken against Minister Udaya Gammanpila for his recent remarks about hiding fellow Pivithuru Hela Urumaya...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka national inflation at 5.2-pct in November 2020,12/22/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's nation-wide inflation measured by the National Consumer Price Index, slowed to 5.2 percent in November 2020 ...","Sri Lanka national inflation at 5.2-pct in November 2020 Sri Lanka's nation-wide inflation measured by the National Consumer Price Index, slowed to 5.2 percent in November 2020 ...",negative,-1 Mob violence attempt to destabilise country - PM,5/13/2019,Uncategorized,"Calling today's reports of mob violence in the North Western province an attempt to destabilise the country, Prime Minis...","Mob violence attempt to destabilise country - PM Calling today's reports of mob violence in the North Western province an attempt to destabilise the country, Prime Minis...",negative,-1 Google unveils search changes to placate EU,3/20/2019,International news,Google on Tuesday unveiled a series of tweaks to its European search engine results in an effort to avoid further fines ...,Google unveils search changes to placate EU Google on Tuesday unveiled a series of tweaks to its European search engine results in an effort to avoid further fines ...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee opens at 321.00/321.75 to the US dollar, bond yields down",9/5/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 321.00/321.75 to the US dollar on Tuesday after closing at 320.50/321.50 on Monday ,"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 321.00/321.75 to the US dollar, bond yields down Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 321.00/321.75 to the US dollar on Tuesday after closing at 320.50/321.50 on Monday ",negative,-1 Showers and winds to increase in coming days,8/23/2019,Weather and Climate,"Showery and windy condition prevailing in the island is expected to continue, the Department of Meteorology said today (...","Showers and winds to increase in coming days Showery and windy condition prevailing in the island is expected to continue, the Department of Meteorology said today (...",positive,1 Sri Lanka parliament passes law to delay foreclosed assets,5/7/2024,Banking,The changes to the Recovery of Loans by Banks (Special Provisions) (Amendment) Bill seeks to delay 'parate execution',Sri Lanka parliament passes law to delay foreclosed assets The changes to the Recovery of Loans by Banks (Special Provisions) (Amendment) Bill seeks to delay 'parate execution',negative,-1 Top China tour operator to direct one million tourists to Sri Lanka: Ambassador,10/5/2021,Tourism,China is one of Sri Lanka’s top three tourist source markets.,Top China tour operator to direct one million tourists to Sri Lanka: Ambassador China is one of Sri Lanka’s top three tourist source markets.,positive,1 Protestors at 'Horugogama' protest site near Sri Lanka's parliament temporarily withdraw,5/6/2022,Politics,MPs leaving parliament were obstructed by protestors.,Protestors at 'Horugogama' protest site near Sri Lanka's parliament temporarily withdraw MPs leaving parliament were obstructed by protestors.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka banks quote Rs197/203 to the US dollar,9/7/2021,Economy,For small value transactions,Sri Lanka banks quote Rs197/203 to the US dollar For small value transactions,negative,-1 Sri Lanka families of the missing join international conference,11/30/2023,Human Rights,"Families from Colombo, Vavuniya and Batticaloa joined International Conference for Families of Missing persons","Sri Lanka families of the missing join international conference Families from Colombo, Vavuniya and Batticaloa joined International Conference for Families of Missing persons",positive,1 Sri Lanka to lift COVID-19 lockdown despite detecting deadly Delta strain,6/18/2021,Uncategorized,The decision came just a day after health authorities announced the detection of the highly transmissible Delta strain,Sri Lanka to lift COVID-19 lockdown despite detecting deadly Delta strain The decision came just a day after health authorities announced the detection of the highly transmissible Delta strain,negative,-1 Sri Lanka President calls for a giving Christmas in deepest ever currency crisis,12/24/2022,Economy,"In the country’s current unprecedented economic crisis, it is important for the people to assist each other","Sri Lanka President calls for a giving Christmas in deepest ever currency crisis In the country’s current unprecedented economic crisis, it is important for the people to assist each other",positive,1 Sri Lanka president appoints independent committee to review central bank salary hike,4/1/2024,Politics,The committee includes former governor Indrajit Coomaraswamy.,Sri Lanka president appoints independent committee to review central bank salary hike The committee includes former governor Indrajit Coomaraswamy.,positive,1 Sri Lanka to freeze bank accounts linked to informal remittance amid forex crisis,12/3/2021,Economy,Rs 10 rupee extra given by CB in December in official multiple exchange rate,Sri Lanka to freeze bank accounts linked to informal remittance amid forex crisis Rs 10 rupee extra given by CB in December in official multiple exchange rate,negative,-1 Sri Lanka state workers to get 5-year no pay leave in soft-peg collapse,6/14/2022,Economy,Public administration circular to be issued shortly,Sri Lanka state workers to get 5-year no pay leave in soft-peg collapse Public administration circular to be issued shortly,negative,-1 "Reconvene parliament, carry out more tests to contain COVID-19 in Sri Lanka, ex-legislators say in l...",4/9/2020,Health,Select members of Sri Lanka’s dissolved parliament shared their views on the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic today in an uno...,"Reconvene parliament, carry out more tests to contain COVID-19 in Sri Lanka, ex-legislators say in l... Select members of Sri Lanka’s dissolved parliament shared their views on the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic today in an uno...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stocks fall 0.83-pct on JKH, rating concerns",5/29/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed down 0.83 percent Friday, dragged down by John Keells Holdings and sentiment weighed down on re-...","Sri Lanka stocks fall 0.83-pct on JKH, rating concerns Sri Lanka stocks closed down 0.83 percent Friday, dragged down by John Keells Holdings and sentiment weighed down on re-...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka President invites all parties for unity government after PM resigns,5/9/2022,Political News,President asks all citizens to maintain peace,Sri Lanka President invites all parties for unity government after PM resigns President asks all citizens to maintain peace,positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee opens up at 325.00/15 to the US dollar,9/21/2023,Bonds & Forex,"The rupee opened at 325/15 to the US dollar on Thursday, Bond yields were up.","Sri Lanka rupee opens up at 325.00/15 to the US dollar The rupee opened at 325/15 to the US dollar on Thursday, Bond yields were up.",positive,1 "Harin says remarks on Cardinal taken out of context, issues clarification on Easter attacks",6/23/2020,Politics,Former Sports Minister Harin Fernando’s controversial remarks on Archbishop Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith last Sunday (21) ...,"Harin says remarks on Cardinal taken out of context, issues clarification on Easter attacks Former Sports Minister Harin Fernando’s controversial remarks on Archbishop Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith last Sunday (21) ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to ban foreign contractors from state projects,12/16/2019,Economy," Sri Lanka's new government policy for the next five years will focus heavily on the construction and housing sector, wi...","Sri Lanka to ban foreign contractors from state projects Sri Lanka's new government policy for the next five years will focus heavily on the construction and housing sector, wi...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka central bank profits for 2023, transfer not finalized: CB Governor",2/1/2023,Economy,The Monetary Board will make a decision on whether there are sufficient amounts to transfer,"Sri Lanka central bank profits for 2023, transfer not finalized: CB Governor The Monetary Board will make a decision on whether there are sufficient amounts to transfer",negative,-1 Sri Lanka bank - finance company mergers could deny credit to some borrowers: Fitch,11/24/2020,Banking,A proposal in Sri Lanka's budget for 2021 to merger finance and leasing companies with their parents will result in cust...,Sri Lanka bank - finance company mergers could deny credit to some borrowers: Fitch A proposal in Sri Lanka's budget for 2021 to merger finance and leasing companies with their parents will result in cust...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka coconut auction prices edge up 1.6-pct at auction,2/11/2024,Uncategorized,Coconut prices have been on a falling trend in 2024,Sri Lanka coconut auction prices edge up 1.6-pct at auction Coconut prices have been on a falling trend in 2024,negative,-1 Educators urge President not to open schools without a plan,4/20/2020,Education,A group of renowned educators and school administrators is urging the government to refrain from re-opening schools on M...,Educators urge President not to open schools without a plan A group of renowned educators and school administrators is urging the government to refrain from re-opening schools on M...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka low tax regime is feasible: Ex-President Rajapaksa,12/21/2023,Economy,"That a lower tax regime was feasible was shown in the years up to 2014, by bringing the debt to GDP ratio down, he said","Sri Lanka low tax regime is feasible: Ex-President Rajapaksa That a lower tax regime was feasible was shown in the years up to 2014, by bringing the debt to GDP ratio down, he said",positive,1 Sri Lanka to lease reservoir islet to UAE firm for hotel,6/27/2023,Business,The property is now in the custody of the Ceylon Electricity Board.,Sri Lanka to lease reservoir islet to UAE firm for hotel The property is now in the custody of the Ceylon Electricity Board.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka closes export industrial zones over coronavirus,3/27/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka has closed export industrial zones and sent workers home as part of efforts to fight the coronavirus pandemic,...","Sri Lanka closes export industrial zones over coronavirus Sri Lanka has closed export industrial zones and sent workers home as part of efforts to fight the coronavirus pandemic,...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka President says 2015-2019 policy struggle was 'warfare',12/7/2022,Economy,"But it was warfare Politicians wanted to protect their power, businessmen wanted to protect their profits","Sri Lanka President says 2015-2019 policy struggle was 'warfare' But it was warfare Politicians wanted to protect their power, businessmen wanted to protect their profits",negative,-1 Five more Covid deaths bringing total to 29 - Government,11/5/2020,Health,The Department of Government Information announced a short while ago that five more people have died of Covid 19 bringin...,Five more Covid deaths bringing total to 29 - Government The Department of Government Information announced a short while ago that five more people have died of Covid 19 bringin...,negative,-1 Volkswagen says next generation of combustion engine cars to be its last,12/5/2018,Political News,"German auto giant Volkswagen will begin rolling out its last generation of combustion engine cars in 2026, in its latest...","Volkswagen says next generation of combustion engine cars to be its last German auto giant Volkswagen will begin rolling out its last generation of combustion engine cars in 2026, in its latest...",negative,-1 Dialog to provide weather and disaster warning data to Sri Lankan fishers,3/2/2020,Business,"Dialog Axiata Plc, Sri Lanka's largest mobile telco, will be providing location-specific weather and disaster warning da...","Dialog to provide weather and disaster warning data to Sri Lankan fishers Dialog Axiata Plc, Sri Lanka's largest mobile telco, will be providing location-specific weather and disaster warning da...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s stocks open sluggishly Monday morning,10/2/2023,Commodities,Sri Lanka shares were trading slow on Monday morning after the long weekend.,Sri Lanka’s stocks open sluggishly Monday morning Sri Lanka shares were trading slow on Monday morning after the long weekend.,negative,-1 "WHO defends itself over Taiwan email, insists it hid nothing",4/23/2020,International news,The World Health Organization insisted Monday that it sounded the alarm on the novel coronavirus right from the very sta...,"WHO defends itself over Taiwan email, insists it hid nothing The World Health Organization insisted Monday that it sounded the alarm on the novel coronavirus right from the very sta...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka tea prices extend fall in May,5/29/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's tea prices extended falls across the board except for secondary teas in the third auction for May coming dow...,Sri Lanka tea prices extend fall in May Sri Lanka's tea prices extended falls across the board except for secondary teas in the third auction for May coming dow...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee at 368-370 to TT dollar,6/23/2022,Markets,ri Lanka's commercial banks were offering US dollars for telegraphic transfer at around 368 to 370 dollars,Sri Lanka rupee at 368-370 to TT dollar ri Lanka's commercial banks were offering US dollars for telegraphic transfer at around 368 to 370 dollars,negative,-1 Is Tibet Prepared for a Post-Dalai Lama Era?,9/21/2023,Political News,The spiritual leader turned 88 in July,Is Tibet Prepared for a Post-Dalai Lama Era? The spiritual leader turned 88 in July,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks rally after 6-day fall,8/7/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks rallied after a 6-day fall, closing 0.73 percent higher on Wednesday, brokers said.","Sri Lanka stocks rally after 6-day fall Sri Lanka stocks rallied after a 6-day fall, closing 0.73 percent higher on Wednesday, brokers said.",negative,-1 Opposition move blocks granting of freehold lands,8/21/2019,Politics,Sri Lanka's government withdrew a proposal to give freehold to 2.5 million citizens who were given restricted land grant...,Opposition move blocks granting of freehold lands Sri Lanka's government withdrew a proposal to give freehold to 2.5 million citizens who were given restricted land grant...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to open bids in China's Sinopec, Vitol refinery race on August 30",8/18/2023,Energy,Evaluation may take 4 to 6 weeks,"Sri Lanka to open bids in China's Sinopec, Vitol refinery race on August 30 Evaluation may take 4 to 6 weeks",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks end at 5-week high as Wickremesinghe voted as president,7/21/2022,Markets,Market has been looking for political stability in the country after ex-leaser fled the country and resigned,Sri Lanka stocks end at 5-week high as Wickremesinghe voted as president Market has been looking for political stability in the country after ex-leaser fled the country and resigned,negative,-1 Karunaratne wants more Sri Lanka players to get overseas experience,7/6/2019,Culture,Sri Lanka captain Dimuth Karunaratne has urged his country's cricket chiefs to help more players enter overseas Twenty20...,Karunaratne wants more Sri Lanka players to get overseas experience Sri Lanka captain Dimuth Karunaratne has urged his country's cricket chiefs to help more players enter overseas Twenty20...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bonds opens lower, rupee steady, stocks firmer",1/4/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka bond yields were slightly down Friday, and the rupee opened steady around 182.80/183.10 to the US dollar in th...","Sri Lanka bonds opens lower, rupee steady, stocks firmer Sri Lanka bond yields were slightly down Friday, and the rupee opened steady around 182.80/183.10 to the US dollar in th...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond yields down at close,2/27/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by 17 cents to 362.50 rupees ,Sri Lanka bond yields down at close Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by 17 cents to 362.50 rupees ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka raises petrol price from midnight,8/1/2023,Energy,Petrol price is increased for the second straight month,Sri Lanka raises petrol price from midnight Petrol price is increased for the second straight month,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks end 1.20-pct lower on selling pressure,3/15/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.20 percent on Monday due to heavy selling seen in LOLC Holdings, John Keells Holdings and Vallib...","Sri Lanka stocks end 1.20-pct lower on selling pressure Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.20 percent on Monday due to heavy selling seen in LOLC Holdings, John Keells Holdings and Vallib...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka ruling party blames crises on external forces, promises prosperity",2/10/2022,Politics,"“Every fight we won was started here. Today we start such a journey from Anuradhapura.""","Sri Lanka ruling party blames crises on external forces, promises prosperity “Every fight we won was started here. Today we start such a journey from Anuradhapura.""",positive,1 Sri Lanka tourism arrivals dip 40 percent in April,5/2/2022,Tourism,"From April 10, daily tourist arrivals had dropped below 2,000.","Sri Lanka tourism arrivals dip 40 percent in April From April 10, daily tourist arrivals had dropped below 2,000.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka President plants turmeric in garden in import substitution drive,5/1/2021,Economy,Five 'grade-A' turmeric plants would be given to 1.5mn families to produce their own requirements,Sri Lanka President plants turmeric in garden in import substitution drive Five 'grade-A' turmeric plants would be given to 1.5mn families to produce their own requirements,negative,-1 W D Lakshman appointed CBSL Governor,12/24/2019,Economy,"W D Lakshman, a former Colombo University Vice Chancellor, has been appointed Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka ...","W D Lakshman appointed CBSL Governor W D Lakshman, a former Colombo University Vice Chancellor, has been appointed Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka ...",positive,1 Spanish investor to build cabana hotel near Sri Lanka’s Yala nature reserve,6/13/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – A Spanish investor is to build a hotel with 43 luxury cabanas close to the Yala nature reserve on S...,Spanish investor to build cabana hotel near Sri Lanka’s Yala nature reserve ECONOMYNEXT – A Spanish investor is to build a hotel with 43 luxury cabanas close to the Yala nature reserve on S...,positive,1 "Curfew in Sri Lanka tows as tensions rise, foreign clerics overstaying visa deported",5/6/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka clamped curfews at a city outside the capital Sunday to contain religious tensions as the authorities prepared...,"Curfew in Sri Lanka tows as tensions rise, foreign clerics overstaying visa deported Sri Lanka clamped curfews at a city outside the capital Sunday to contain religious tensions as the authorities prepared...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee bid at 199.90 to US dollar in spot and forward markets,5/11/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bank offering dollars at 202 in currency and telegraphic transfers,Sri Lanka rupee bid at 199.90 to US dollar in spot and forward markets Bank offering dollars at 202 in currency and telegraphic transfers,negative,-1 Sri Lanka president to contest election under independent party symbol: UNP,4/22/2024,Politics,"""If the SLPP contests, their symbol will be there on the ballot paper,"" he said.","Sri Lanka president to contest election under independent party symbol: UNP ""If the SLPP contests, their symbol will be there on the ballot paper,"" he said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Treasuries yields fall across maturities,10/23/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lankan Treasury Bill yields fell across the board at Wednesday's auction with the 03-month bill down 06 basis points...,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields fall across maturities Sri Lankan Treasury Bill yields fell across the board at Wednesday's auction with the 03-month bill down 06 basis points...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bonds yields ends low, rupee at 292.50/295.50 against the US dollar",6/1/2023,Bonds & Forex,The rupee closed at 290.25/75 to the US dollar Wednesday.,"Sri Lanka bonds yields ends low, rupee at 292.50/295.50 against the US dollar The rupee closed at 290.25/75 to the US dollar Wednesday.",negative,-1 Asian markets rattled as China steps up virus response,1/23/2020,International news,"Investor nerves over the spread of a deadly new virus from China rattled Asian equities and oil benchmarks on Thursday, ...","Asian markets rattled as China steps up virus response Investor nerves over the spread of a deadly new virus from China rattled Asian equities and oil benchmarks on Thursday, ...",negative,-1 "Forensic audit on pre-2015 bond sales refer to losses, not fraud: Mahindananda",1/29/2020,Politics,Co-Government Spokesman Mahindananda Aluthgamage said that a forensic audit on pre-2015 bond sales does not mention abou...,"Forensic audit on pre-2015 bond sales refer to losses, not fraud: Mahindananda Co-Government Spokesman Mahindananda Aluthgamage said that a forensic audit on pre-2015 bond sales does not mention abou...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka extends Colombo Coronavirus curfews to Gothatuwa, Mulleriyawa",10/24/2020,Legal,"Sri Lanka has expanded a curfew in the capital Colombo to Gothatuwa and Mulleriyawa suburbs from 1900 hours, the state i...","Sri Lanka extends Colombo Coronavirus curfews to Gothatuwa, Mulleriyawa Sri Lanka has expanded a curfew in the capital Colombo to Gothatuwa and Mulleriyawa suburbs from 1900 hours, the state i...",positive,1 Sri Lanka to sell single heritage site ticket for tourists,10/24/2023,Tourism,Sri Lanka is to sell a package ticket to tourists who want to visit selected heritage sites around the island.,Sri Lanka to sell single heritage site ticket for tourists Sri Lanka is to sell a package ticket to tourists who want to visit selected heritage sites around the island.,positive,1 Sri Lanka power regulator seeks US$150mn for fuel for 60-days,3/2/2022,Economy,7 hour power cuts damages economy,Sri Lanka power regulator seeks US$150mn for fuel for 60-days 7 hour power cuts damages economy,negative,-1 Don't insult national security-President,8/16/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena has called on all to refrain from making statements that are inappropriate and insulting ...,Don't insult national security-President President Maithripala Sirisena has called on all to refrain from making statements that are inappropriate and insulting ...,positive,1 Sri Lanka issues strict guidelines to be followed during temporary curfew lift,3/23/2020,Health,Sri Lanka issued strict guidelines to be followed tomorrow during the six-hour window in which the COVID-19 curfew will ...,Sri Lanka issues strict guidelines to be followed during temporary curfew lift Sri Lanka issued strict guidelines to be followed tomorrow during the six-hour window in which the COVID-19 curfew will ...,negative,-1 Police probing alleged assault by cops of autistic teenager in Dharga town,6/4/2020,Human Rights,"The Police are investigating the alleged assault of an autistic 14-year old boy at Dharga Town, Aluthgama, by Policemen ...","Police probing alleged assault by cops of autistic teenager in Dharga town The Police are investigating the alleged assault of an autistic 14-year old boy at Dharga Town, Aluthgama, by Policemen ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Treasuries yields up, Rs42bn 12-month bills sold",3/6/2024,Economy,All offered 160bn in bills sold,"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields up, Rs42bn 12-month bills sold All offered 160bn in bills sold",negative,-1 Sri Lanka relaxed visas to remove a barrier to Korean investment,8/17/2022,International Relations,Korea had been the top foreign investment generator in 80s and it desires to regain that position,Sri Lanka relaxed visas to remove a barrier to Korean investment Korea had been the top foreign investment generator in 80s and it desires to regain that position,positive,1 Twelfth COVID-19 victim in Sri Lanka cremated,8/24/2020,Health,"The funeral of Rasadin Fathima Rizana, the 12th COVID-19 victim in Sri Lanka, was held at 1pm yesterday (24), authoritie...","Twelfth COVID-19 victim in Sri Lanka cremated The funeral of Rasadin Fathima Rizana, the 12th COVID-19 victim in Sri Lanka, was held at 1pm yesterday (24), authoritie...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's port city to offer duty free shopping in April,2/19/2024,Business,Duty free shopping will be available in Colombo soon,Sri Lanka's port city to offer duty free shopping in April Duty free shopping will be available in Colombo soon,positive,1 Sri Lanka to resume govt services fully despite health warnings,7/30/2021,Economy,"Since the majority of public servants have also been vaccinated, the priority should be given to restore normalcy","Sri Lanka to resume govt services fully despite health warnings Since the majority of public servants have also been vaccinated, the priority should be given to restore normalcy",negative,-1 Sri Lanka goes ahead with feel-the-pain carbon tax as eco-tax trigger riots in France,1/10/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is to go ahead with a carbon tax, which is being charged on a peculiarly unjust basis targeting older, poorer ...","Sri Lanka goes ahead with feel-the-pain carbon tax as eco-tax trigger riots in France Sri Lanka is to go ahead with a carbon tax, which is being charged on a peculiarly unjust basis targeting older, poorer ...",negative,-1 China seeks another research ship visit approval from Sri Lanka - sources,11/5/2023,Defence,Foreign Ministry spokesman said he is unaware of a request by China ,China seeks another research ship visit approval from Sri Lanka - sources Foreign Ministry spokesman said he is unaware of a request by China ,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields marginally up",7/21/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 185.75/88 to US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields picked up margin...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields marginally up Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 185.75/88 to US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields picked up margin...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's new price controls on eggs could lead to shortages: poultry association,8/20/2022,Economy,"Gunasekara said, under the current circumstances, the production cost per egg is 49 rupees which is above retail price.","Sri Lanka's new price controls on eggs could lead to shortages: poultry association Gunasekara said, under the current circumstances, the production cost per egg is 49 rupees which is above retail price.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka sees successful banana and mango export cultivation in Jaffna,10/16/2023,Agriculture,Agriculture minister asks farmers to diversify into crops that have export demand instead of low yield cultivation,Sri Lanka sees successful banana and mango export cultivation in Jaffna Agriculture minister asks farmers to diversify into crops that have export demand instead of low yield cultivation,positive,1 Sajith or Gota; who's ahead in the race,11/4/2019,Opinion,"In twelve days’ time, Sri Lankans will go to the polls to choose a new president in what increasingly looks like a ver...","Sajith or Gota; who's ahead in the race In twelve days’ time, Sri Lankans will go to the polls to choose a new president in what increasingly looks like a ver...",negative,-1 WHO Sri Lanka takes down reports after wrong referral; health minister endorses tweet,9/3/2021,Health,Rambukwella thanked the organisation “for taking swift action to stem the spread of misinformation by certain partiesâ...,WHO Sri Lanka takes down reports after wrong referral; health minister endorses tweet Rambukwella thanked the organisation “for taking swift action to stem the spread of misinformation by certain partiesâ...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka, private creditors should make call on state contingent bonds: IMF official",3/22/2023,Economy,it's really up to them to find some kind of instrument that works for both parties,"Sri Lanka, private creditors should make call on state contingent bonds: IMF official it's really up to them to find some kind of instrument that works for both parties",positive,1 Will SLFP SLPP talks fail?,4/9/2019,Politics,The Sri Lanka Freedom Party and the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna will hold their third round of talks to build a broad al...,Will SLFP SLPP talks fail? The Sri Lanka Freedom Party and the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna will hold their third round of talks to build a broad al...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka still has no intention of laying off public sector employees – state finmin,3/16/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka has one state sector employee for every 16 people,Sri Lanka still has no intention of laying off public sector employees – state finmin Sri Lanka has one state sector employee for every 16 people,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's mid day shares gain on IMF and currency appreciation,3/3/2023,Markets,"""The market was moving on a positive sentiment based on IMF and it was also seen that the currency appreciated."" ","Sri Lanka's mid day shares gain on IMF and currency appreciation ""The market was moving on a positive sentiment based on IMF and it was also seen that the currency appreciated."" ",positive,1 Sri Lanka seizes sugar stocks through emergency law amid monetary instability,9/1/2021,Economy,"Sugar was seized from Pyamid Wilmar, Global Trading, Wilson Trading Company and R G Stores","Sri Lanka seizes sugar stocks through emergency law amid monetary instability Sugar was seized from Pyamid Wilmar, Global Trading, Wilson Trading Company and R G Stores",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks fall on profit taking amid default woes; turnover hits 7-wk high ,5/19/2022,Markets,Market fell for the first time in five sessions ,Sri Lanka stocks fall on profit taking amid default woes; turnover hits 7-wk high  Market fell for the first time in five sessions ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.75/324.25 to the US dollar,8/28/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.75/324.25 to the US dollar on Monday,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.75/324.25 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.75/324.25 to the US dollar on Monday,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks close 0.65-pct lower,5/20/2021,Markets,Stocks end lower for the second consecutive day.,Sri Lanka stocks close 0.65-pct lower Stocks end lower for the second consecutive day.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bond auction bids mired in uncertainty after 2 and 4 year de facto policy rate hikes, SRR",8/30/2021,Bonds & Forex,This week an SRR hike is expected to absorb liquidity from any failed auction,"Sri Lanka bond auction bids mired in uncertainty after 2 and 4 year de facto policy rate hikes, SRR This week an SRR hike is expected to absorb liquidity from any failed auction",negative,-1 Chamal tries to quieten the uproar over irrigation work proposal in Sinharaja,3/23/2021,Environment,Irrigation Minister Chamal Rajapaksa is saying that the government will not act against the recommendations of the Unite...,Chamal tries to quieten the uproar over irrigation work proposal in Sinharaja Irrigation Minister Chamal Rajapaksa is saying that the government will not act against the recommendations of the Unite...,negative,-1 Bear Necessities,3/24/2022,Animal Rights,Lanka’s Deadliest Mammal: No Apex Predator but misbranded for sloth.,Bear Necessities Lanka’s Deadliest Mammal: No Apex Predator but misbranded for sloth.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka says allocated Rs7.3bn for Coronavirus curfew relief,11/4/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has allocated 7.3 billion rupees to provide food for families in home quarantine and poor families in curfew b...,Sri Lanka says allocated Rs7.3bn for Coronavirus curfew relief Sri Lanka has allocated 7.3 billion rupees to provide food for families in home quarantine and poor families in curfew b...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka President does not want to create election mentality amid reforms: state minister ,4/10/2024,Politics,Sri Lanka is likely to hold presidential polls between Sept 18 - Oct 18,Sri Lanka President does not want to create election mentality amid reforms: state minister  Sri Lanka is likely to hold presidential polls between Sept 18 - Oct 18,negative,-1 "15,000 doses of Sputnik V arrive in Sri Lanka for trial rollout",5/4/2021,Health,"""They’ll be supervising everything from the point they land in Sri Lanka,"" he said.","15,000 doses of Sputnik V arrive in Sri Lanka for trial rollout ""They’ll be supervising everything from the point they land in Sri Lanka,"" he said.",negative,-1 Student in intensive care after an alleged ragging incident,3/10/2020,Law and Order,The University Grants Commission has called for an investigation after a freshman student at the Shri Jayawardhanapura U...,Student in intensive care after an alleged ragging incident The University Grants Commission has called for an investigation after a freshman student at the Shri Jayawardhanapura U...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's state-owned Litro raises gas prices by over 5.5-pct,12/5/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka's cooking gas distribution is gradually recovering after shortage in mid 2022. ,Sri Lanka's state-owned Litro raises gas prices by over 5.5-pct Sri Lanka's cooking gas distribution is gradually recovering after shortage in mid 2022. ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's shares gain on a 69 week high on DDO,7/12/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index edged up 1.69 percent or 174.56 points to 10,489.98","Sri Lanka's shares gain on a 69 week high on DDO All Share Price Index edged up 1.69 percent or 174.56 points to 10,489.98",negative,-1 John Keells Holdings campaigns against gender-based violence,12/11/2019,Legal,"John Keells Holdings Plc, Sri Lanka's largest conglomerate, said it conducted a campaign against gender based violence o...","John Keells Holdings campaigns against gender-based violence John Keells Holdings Plc, Sri Lanka's largest conglomerate, said it conducted a campaign against gender based violence o...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka schedules power cut of 3 hour 20 min for April 28,4/27/2022,Energy,CEB said the duration may be reduced by 30 minutes either at the beginning or end of the slot.,Sri Lanka schedules power cut of 3 hour 20 min for April 28 CEB said the duration may be reduced by 30 minutes either at the beginning or end of the slot.,negative,-1 Dappula faults CID for not nabbing Bathiudeen – AG’s Spokeswoman,10/15/2020,Corruption,The Attorney General Dappula de Livera has upbraided the Criminal Investigation Department over Police actions over the ...,Dappula faults CID for not nabbing Bathiudeen – AG’s Spokeswoman The Attorney General Dappula de Livera has upbraided the Criminal Investigation Department over Police actions over the ...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka police warn of extortion racket targeting Easter bombings ""suspects""",6/9/2021,Crime,"“This is being carried out by criminals or and certain prison inmates""","Sri Lanka police warn of extortion racket targeting Easter bombings ""suspects"" “This is being carried out by criminals or and certain prison inmates""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks close 0.05-pct lower,10/23/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.05 percent at Friday’s closing on Browns Investment Plc, Richard Pieris and Company and Nestle...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.05-pct lower Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.05 percent at Friday’s closing on Browns Investment Plc, Richard Pieris and Company and Nestle...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka banks asked to share fuel, essential good forex payment on priority",1/20/2022,Economy,Will limit reserve sales,"Sri Lanka banks asked to share fuel, essential good forex payment on priority Will limit reserve sales",negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s rupee opens weaker at 329.50/330.25 to the US dollar,11/6/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 329.50/330.25 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka’s rupee opens weaker at 329.50/330.25 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 329.50/330.25 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.",negative,-1 "Central Bank ex-Deputy Governor, Perpetual directors arrested",3/25/2019,Business,A deputy governor of Sri Lanka's central bank and directors of a dealer in government securities linked to the biggest s...,"Central Bank ex-Deputy Governor, Perpetual directors arrested A deputy governor of Sri Lanka's central bank and directors of a dealer in government securities linked to the biggest s...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka airport inks deal for second jet fuel supplier,11/1/2023,Aviation,Until now state-run CPC had the monopoly,Sri Lanka airport inks deal for second jet fuel supplier Until now state-run CPC had the monopoly,negative,-1 Northern Sri Lanka businesses faced market shock from post-war road links,2/25/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Businesses in northern Sri Lanka struggling to recover after the end of the ethnic war 10 years ago...,Northern Sri Lanka businesses faced market shock from post-war road links ECONOMYNEXT – Businesses in northern Sri Lanka struggling to recover after the end of the ethnic war 10 years ago...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka invites India's Alliance Air to fly to Ratmalana,6/7/2023,Aviation,Alliance Air which is now flying to Jaffna's KKS airport from Madras four times a week,Sri Lanka invites India's Alliance Air to fly to Ratmalana Alliance Air which is now flying to Jaffna's KKS airport from Madras four times a week,positive,1 Dimuth Karunaratne apologizes,4/1/2019,Sports,Sri Lankan cricketer Dimuth Karunaratne is apologizing through his Facebook account for the accident that took place in ...,Dimuth Karunaratne apologizes Sri Lankan cricketer Dimuth Karunaratne is apologizing through his Facebook account for the accident that took place in ...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's Mattala Airport welcomes Air Astana, 2,500 tourists in 2021",2/7/2021,Aviation,"Sri Lanka's Mattala Airport saw the maiden flight of Air Astana, flag carrier of Kazakhstan carrying 160 tourists under ...","Sri Lanka's Mattala Airport welcomes Air Astana, 2,500 tourists in 2021 Sri Lanka's Mattala Airport saw the maiden flight of Air Astana, flag carrier of Kazakhstan carrying 160 tourists under ...",positive,1 COPE orders investigation into dodgy Ilmenite sale,3/25/2021,Corruption,"The COPE committee has ordered an investigation into how Lanka Mineral Sands Ltd sold 85,000 metric tons of Ilmenite for...","COPE orders investigation into dodgy Ilmenite sale The COPE committee has ordered an investigation into how Lanka Mineral Sands Ltd sold 85,000 metric tons of Ilmenite for...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka PM delays board appointments of tourism agencies,1/30/2019,Political News,Planned new appointments to the board of state tourism agencies were delayed Tuesday pending approval by Prime Minister ...,Sri Lanka PM delays board appointments of tourism agencies Planned new appointments to the board of state tourism agencies were delayed Tuesday pending approval by Prime Minister ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka election commission undivided on local govt polls: commission chair,1/11/2023,Politics,"“The decision rests with the courts. No one can dispute [the court’s decision],” he said.","Sri Lanka election commission undivided on local govt polls: commission chair “The decision rests with the courts. No one can dispute [the court’s decision],” he said.",positive,1 Sri Lanka in marine cage acquaculture with Global Ceylon SeaFoods,10/30/2022,Economy,Deal signed at the newly set up Investor Facilitation Centre,Sri Lanka in marine cage acquaculture with Global Ceylon SeaFoods Deal signed at the newly set up Investor Facilitation Centre,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank net up 152-pct in March quarter,5/15/2024,Banking,Net interest income improves,Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank net up 152-pct in March quarter Net interest income improves,positive,1 "Bond scam: indictments served, 7 accused granted bail",7/19/2019,Uncategorized,The Attorney General has asked the Permanent Trial-at-Bar hearing the Bonds Commission case to issue an arrest warrant a...,"Bond scam: indictments served, 7 accused granted bail The Attorney General has asked the Permanent Trial-at-Bar hearing the Bonds Commission case to issue an arrest warrant a...",negative,-1 Probe into Sooriyawewa fracas,2/27/2020,Law and Order,A clash that had taken place between security personnel and spectators trying to get into the Sooriyawewa cricket stadiu...,Probe into Sooriyawewa fracas A clash that had taken place between security personnel and spectators trying to get into the Sooriyawewa cricket stadiu...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka shares down; rupee fall speculation weigh,12/1/2021,Markets,Investors booked profits amid fears of a rupee depreciation ,Sri Lanka shares down; rupee fall speculation weigh Investors booked profits amid fears of a rupee depreciation ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka banks not expected to provide for more ISB losses: CB Governor,6/29/2023,Banking,They had already provided up to 35 percent,Sri Lanka banks not expected to provide for more ISB losses: CB Governor They had already provided up to 35 percent,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka economic freedom below Burkina Faso, Haiti",10/3/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka is placed below Haiti and Burkina Faso.,"Sri Lanka economic freedom below Burkina Faso, Haiti Sri Lanka is placed below Haiti and Burkina Faso.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stock index down for 2nd day; falls to over 3-week low  ,1/26/2022,Markets,Key index fell over 1 percent for second straight day ,Sri Lanka stock index down for 2nd day; falls to over 3-week low   Key index fell over 1 percent for second straight day ,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee, bonds open steady; stocks gain slightly",11/28/2018,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's rupee opened steady on Wednesday, quoted wide at around 180.20/181.00 rupees to the US dollar ...","Sri Lanka rupee, bonds open steady; stocks gain slightly ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's rupee opened steady on Wednesday, quoted wide at around 180.20/181.00 rupees to the US dollar ...",negative,-1 President off to UK; Ruwan appointed acting Defence Minister,7/9/2019,Politics,"President Maithripala Sirisena took flight to London this afternoon on a private visit, and State Minister Ruwan Wijewar...","President off to UK; Ruwan appointed acting Defence Minister President Maithripala Sirisena took flight to London this afternoon on a private visit, and State Minister Ruwan Wijewar...",positive,1 Abeywardana fills vacant seat of Wickremesinghe after Sri Lanka president vote,7/23/2022,Politics,He fills the only bonus seat UNP has in the parliament after 2020 election defeat,Abeywardana fills vacant seat of Wickremesinghe after Sri Lanka president vote He fills the only bonus seat UNP has in the parliament after 2020 election defeat,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka gets US$750mn of FDI in first nine months of 2019, targets US$1.5bn",11/14/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka has received about 750 million US dollars of foreign direct investments in the first nine months of 2019, Boar...","Sri Lanka gets US$750mn of FDI in first nine months of 2019, targets US$1.5bn Sri Lanka has received about 750 million US dollars of foreign direct investments in the first nine months of 2019, Boar...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka has a tough task in Geneva this year,2/20/2020,Human Rights,Sri Lanka’s delegation to the United Nations Human Rights Commission’s 43rd session in Geneva has a tough task – i...,Sri Lanka has a tough task in Geneva this year Sri Lanka’s delegation to the United Nations Human Rights Commission’s 43rd session in Geneva has a tough task – i...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stock index slips after touching fresh all-time high; tourism shares gain,10/5/2021,Stocks & Companies,Sri Lanka’s stock index touched a fresh record high on Tuesday,Sri Lanka stock index slips after touching fresh all-time high; tourism shares gain Sri Lanka’s stock index touched a fresh record high on Tuesday,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee closes at 307.80/88 to the US dollar,3/6/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were broadly steady.,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 307.80/88 to the US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady.,positive,1 "COVID-19 patient ""escapes"" from Welisara chest hospital",12/16/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s health authorities have expressed concern over yet another COVID-19 patient to “escape” treatment at a...,"COVID-19 patient ""escapes"" from Welisara chest hospital Sri Lanka’s health authorities have expressed concern over yet another COVID-19 patient to “escape” treatment at a...",negative,-1 "President should act, after Sri Lanka makes Commonwealth history: legislator",12/3/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena should appoint a Prime Minister after courts made Commonwealth history by res...,"President should act, after Sri Lanka makes Commonwealth history: legislator Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena should appoint a Prime Minister after courts made Commonwealth history by res...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka debt relief, US$400 swap line from India still under discussion",6/30/2020,Economy,Discussions still ongoing with Sri Lanka over a request 400 million US dollar swap line for the central bank and debt re...,"Sri Lanka debt relief, US$400 swap line from India still under discussion Discussions still ongoing with Sri Lanka over a request 400 million US dollar swap line for the central bank and debt re...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka opposes dissolution of Palestinian state: President,4/8/2024,Human Rights,"Contributions of Rs10mn from Kathankudi Mosque, Rs2.2mn from Katu Kale Jumma Mosque, Rs3.5mn from employment agencies","Sri Lanka opposes dissolution of Palestinian state: President Contributions of Rs10mn from Kathankudi Mosque, Rs2.2mn from Katu Kale Jumma Mosque, Rs3.5mn from employment agencies",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Coronavirus mask export ban lifted by drug price control agency,4/14/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's National Medical Regulatory Authority, a price control agency for drugs which has extensive powers to disrup...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus mask export ban lifted by drug price control agency Sri Lanka's National Medical Regulatory Authority, a price control agency for drugs which has extensive powers to disrup...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Treasury Bill yields down across maturities,4/17/2024,Bonds & Forex,The debt office sold all 30 billion rupees of 3-month bills offered.,Sri Lanka Treasury Bill yields down across maturities The debt office sold all 30 billion rupees of 3-month bills offered.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's State Ministry of Money & Capital Markets abolished,10/7/2021,Politics,The state ministry’s functions and duties have been brought under the purview of the Ministry of Finance.,Sri Lanka's State Ministry of Money & Capital Markets abolished The state ministry’s functions and duties have been brought under the purview of the Ministry of Finance.,negative,-1 "Muslim leaders appeal for unity, caution against extremism on both sides",5/16/2019,Uncategorized,A collective of Muslim political and civil society representatives today called for introspection and self-evaluation wi...,"Muslim leaders appeal for unity, caution against extremism on both sides A collective of Muslim political and civil society representatives today called for introspection and self-evaluation wi...",positive,1 UNP suspicious of attempts to derail Udayanga Weeratunga case,2/18/2020,Political News,The UNP requested President Gotabaya Rajapaksa today to intervene in the “suspicious” transfer CID officials investi...,UNP suspicious of attempts to derail Udayanga Weeratunga case The UNP requested President Gotabaya Rajapaksa today to intervene in the “suspicious” transfer CID officials investi...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's stocks close lower as investors wait for clarity on IMF and end of financial year,3/30/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) closed down 0.47 percent or 43.93 points to 9,228.50. ","Sri Lanka's stocks close lower as investors wait for clarity on IMF and end of financial year The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) closed down 0.47 percent or 43.93 points to 9,228.50. ",negative,-1 UNP ready to reorganise and restructure under new leader: Ruwan,8/13/2020,Politics,"All members of the United National Party (UNP) have agreed to reorganise and restructure the party under a new leader, U...","UNP ready to reorganise and restructure under new leader: Ruwan All members of the United National Party (UNP) have agreed to reorganise and restructure the party under a new leader, U...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, gilt yields marginally up",7/22/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 185.75/85 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields picked up margin...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, gilt yields marginally up Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 185.75/85 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields picked up margin...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka February Ceylon tea production up 3.04-pct,3/26/2023,Tea,"The national average tea price in February was 3.97 dollars or 1,438.20 rupees.","Sri Lanka February Ceylon tea production up 3.04-pct The national average tea price in February was 3.97 dollars or 1,438.20 rupees.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka fishermen warned to stay off seas, 100-140kmph winds feared",5/2/2019,Environment,Sri Lanka's fishermen are warned to stay off Northern and Eastern seas where wind speeds may exceed 100 kph from cycloni...,"Sri Lanka fishermen warned to stay off seas, 100-140kmph winds feared Sri Lanka's fishermen are warned to stay off Northern and Eastern seas where wind speeds may exceed 100 kph from cycloni...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka tourism working capital loan expanded,7/15/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Treasury will be expanding a working capital loan to be given to tourism businesses to help rec...,Sri Lanka tourism working capital loan expanded ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Treasury will be expanding a working capital loan to be given to tourism businesses to help rec...,positive,1 Sri Lanka minister declines to explain pardon sought for convicted monk,4/10/2024,Crime,The monk was sentenced to four years in prison with hard labour for hate speech against Muslims. ,Sri Lanka minister declines to explain pardon sought for convicted monk The monk was sentenced to four years in prison with hard labour for hate speech against Muslims. ,negative,-1 Global terror finance watchdog delays Sri Lanka exam after Islamist attacks,6/3/2019,Banking,"ECONOMYNEXT- The Financial Action Task Force, the global policy setter on anti-money laundering and anti-terrorism finan...","Global terror finance watchdog delays Sri Lanka exam after Islamist attacks ECONOMYNEXT- The Financial Action Task Force, the global policy setter on anti-money laundering and anti-terrorism finan...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka records 20th COVID-19 death; 633 new patients,10/31/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka recorded its 20th COVID-19 death a short while ago, a 54-year-old female that was undergoing treatment in the ...","Sri Lanka records 20th COVID-19 death; 633 new patients Sri Lanka recorded its 20th COVID-19 death a short while ago, a 54-year-old female that was undergoing treatment in the ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka supermarkets limit basket size, customers respond in Coronavirus fight",3/23/2020,Business,Sri Lanka largest supermarket chains have outlined measures maintain social distance to fight a Coronavirus outbreak and...,"Sri Lanka supermarkets limit basket size, customers respond in Coronavirus fight Sri Lanka largest supermarket chains have outlined measures maintain social distance to fight a Coronavirus outbreak and...",negative,-1 Australia declare at 534 for five against Sri Lanka,2/2/2019,Culture,"Australia declared their first innings at 534 for five in the second Test against Sri Lanka on Saturday, with Kurtis Pat...","Australia declare at 534 for five against Sri Lanka Australia declared their first innings at 534 for five in the second Test against Sri Lanka on Saturday, with Kurtis Pat...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee closes at 299.95/300.05 to the US dollar,4/2/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were broadly steady.,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 299.95/300.05 to the US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady.,positive,1 Big stake sold in Sri Lanka’s Softlogic Insurance for Rs2.18bn,12/19/2018,Finance,ECONOMYNEXT – A big stake in Sri Lanka’s Softlogic Life Insurance changed hands on the Colombo bourse Wedn...,Big stake sold in Sri Lanka’s Softlogic Insurance for Rs2.18bn ECONOMYNEXT – A big stake in Sri Lanka’s Softlogic Life Insurance changed hands on the Colombo bourse Wedn...,negative,-1 "SriLankan Airlines saves US$150mn on leases, gets equity",1/31/2021,Aviation,State-run SriLankan airlines has re-negotiated several lease contracts saving the airline 150 million dollars over five ...,"SriLankan Airlines saves US$150mn on leases, gets equity State-run SriLankan airlines has re-negotiated several lease contracts saving the airline 150 million dollars over five ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka PMI: manufacturing, services up August 2020 with Covid-19 control",9/16/2020,Business,A Purchasing Mangers' Index for July 2020 showed Sri Lanka's manufacturing and services continuing a recovery seen in Ju...,"Sri Lanka PMI: manufacturing, services up August 2020 with Covid-19 control A Purchasing Mangers' Index for July 2020 showed Sri Lanka's manufacturing and services continuing a recovery seen in Ju...",positive,1 US stocks steady as WHO says new China virus not emergency,1/24/2020,International news,Global stocks were under pressure again Thursday amid nervousness surrounding the spread of a deadly new virus from Chin...,US stocks steady as WHO says new China virus not emergency Global stocks were under pressure again Thursday amid nervousness surrounding the spread of a deadly new virus from Chin...,negative,-1 Mangala calls President’s public dressing down of Bank officials an “act of bullying”,6/22/2020,Economy,Former Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera is calling the public “tongue-lashing” the Governor and other senior off...,Mangala calls President’s public dressing down of Bank officials an “act of bullying” Former Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera is calling the public “tongue-lashing” the Governor and other senior off...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka author attacked ahead of key polls,11/14/2019,Legal," Armed men stabbed and injured a writer in Sri Lanka on Thursday, a week after he published a book criticising the main ...","Sri Lanka author attacked ahead of key polls Armed men stabbed and injured a writer in Sri Lanka on Thursday, a week after he published a book criticising the main ...",negative,-1 Ranil’s former Secretary files FR petition against Political Victimisation Commission,3/13/2021,Corruption,The Former Secretary to the Prime Minister Saman Ekanayake has filed a Fundamental Rights Petition in the Supreme Court ...,Ranil’s former Secretary files FR petition against Political Victimisation Commission The Former Secretary to the Prime Minister Saman Ekanayake has filed a Fundamental Rights Petition in the Supreme Court ...,negative,-1 Dismissal of Petition no bar on Police probe into Gotabaya's citizenship,10/15/2019,Courts,The dismissal of the Petition challenging the citizenship status of Presidential Candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa does not b...,Dismissal of Petition no bar on Police probe into Gotabaya's citizenship The dismissal of the Petition challenging the citizenship status of Presidential Candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa does not b...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka State Tourism Minister backs night life with with 24*7 operation of wine stores,12/2/2022,Tourism,"Sri Lanka tourism sector is on a gradual recovery, but slow, analyst say","Sri Lanka State Tourism Minister backs night life with with 24*7 operation of wine stores Sri Lanka tourism sector is on a gradual recovery, but slow, analyst say",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stocks close up, turnover at 2.5bn",2/27/2024,Stocks & Companies,"Turnover was at 2.5 billion. ""This was mostly due to 5-6 crossings that took place today,"" ","Sri Lanka stocks close up, turnover at 2.5bn Turnover was at 2.5 billion. ""This was mostly due to 5-6 crossings that took place today,"" ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon in losses in the June 2020 quarter,8/16/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's state-run Bank of Ceylon, the largest commercial bank in the country has reported a loss 296 million rupees ...","Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon in losses in the June 2020 quarter Sri Lanka's state-run Bank of Ceylon, the largest commercial bank in the country has reported a loss 296 million rupees ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks gain for second session after budget vote; concerns remain ,11/23/2022,Markets,Main index ends at over 1-week high,Sri Lanka stocks gain for second session after budget vote; concerns remain  Main index ends at over 1-week high,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka streamlines sand, mineral transport licenses",5/8/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's Geological Survey and Mines Bureau (GSMB) said new licenses for the transport of sand and other minerals wou...,"Sri Lanka streamlines sand, mineral transport licenses Sri Lanka's Geological Survey and Mines Bureau (GSMB) said new licenses for the transport of sand and other minerals wou...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's state universities begin vaccinating students, staff aged 20-29",10/11/2021,Education,"Students, academic and non academic staff can go to the nearest university to their residence to get the jab, he said.","Sri Lanka's state universities begin vaccinating students, staff aged 20-29 Students, academic and non academic staff can go to the nearest university to their residence to get the jab, he said.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends strong, gilt yields steady",10/15/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 184.45/60 to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields eased marginally in the overal...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends strong, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 184.45/60 to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields eased marginally in the overal...",positive,1 Labor law reforms a must to boost competitiveness: Sri Lanka's private sector,11/3/2023,Employment,Sri Lanka cannot be a competitive business hub without adhering to current international labour practices,Labor law reforms a must to boost competitiveness: Sri Lanka's private sector Sri Lanka cannot be a competitive business hub without adhering to current international labour practices,negative,-1 Sri Lanka set to continue 73 years of monetary instability with pseudo inflation targeting law,3/1/2023,Bellwether,The inclusion of extensive macro-prudential laws is an admission that money is bad,Sri Lanka set to continue 73 years of monetary instability with pseudo inflation targeting law The inclusion of extensive macro-prudential laws is an admission that money is bad,negative,-1 "Prospects of swap, US$1.5bn India credits get closer after Sri Lanka minister comments",12/29/2021,Energy,The credits could be unlocked following a 'gesture of goodwill',"Prospects of swap, US$1.5bn India credits get closer after Sri Lanka minister comments The credits could be unlocked following a 'gesture of goodwill'",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka plans tourism app for information, security",3/6/2023,Tourism,"The app is likely to launched in March, 2023.","Sri Lanka plans tourism app for information, security The app is likely to launched in March, 2023.",positive,1 Sri Lanka expects US$1 billion FDI in this year despite pandemic: BoI Chief,10/25/2021,Economy,The BOI has approved 1.4 billion US dollar worth projects so far this year ,Sri Lanka expects US$1 billion FDI in this year despite pandemic: BoI Chief The BOI has approved 1.4 billion US dollar worth projects so far this year ,positive,1 "Sri Lanka hikes cigarette, alcohol taxes 20-pct",7/1/2023,Economy,"Alcohol taxes going from 1,000 rupees a litre upwards, cigarettes from around 2.70 to 12.00 rupees ","Sri Lanka hikes cigarette, alcohol taxes 20-pct Alcohol taxes going from 1,000 rupees a litre upwards, cigarettes from around 2.70 to 12.00 rupees ",negative,-1 Mahinda sworn in as Prime Minister for the fourth time at Kelaniya Temple,8/9/2020,Human Rights,Mahinda Rajapaksa was sworn in as the 13th Prime Minister of Sri Lanka at the Kelaniya Temple today by President Gotabay...,Mahinda sworn in as Prime Minister for the fourth time at Kelaniya Temple Mahinda Rajapaksa was sworn in as the 13th Prime Minister of Sri Lanka at the Kelaniya Temple today by President Gotabay...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka monetary and fiscal policies for export industry, but businesses not ready: de Zilwa",7/18/2021,Economy,"""I mean if you look at what we are doing its absolute garbage""","Sri Lanka monetary and fiscal policies for export industry, but businesses not ready: de Zilwa ""I mean if you look at what we are doing its absolute garbage""",negative,-1 Mangala on Sri Lanka's ethno-religious politicking - The Cardinal Truth,6/6/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera who has a history of speaking out against nationalist hate and communal...,Mangala on Sri Lanka's ethno-religious politicking - The Cardinal Truth Sri Lanka's Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera who has a history of speaking out against nationalist hate and communal...,positive,1 Man consumes acid after throwing it at woman and two children,7/8/2019,Politics,A woman and two children were victims of an acid attack yesterday (7 July) afternoon in the Godapola area in Kegalle. Th...,Man consumes acid after throwing it at woman and two children A woman and two children were victims of an acid attack yesterday (7 July) afternoon in the Godapola area in Kegalle. Th...,negative,-1 Details of Lasantha case to be made public,4/10/2019,Politics,The complaint filed by Ahimsa Wickremetunge against former Defense Secretary Gotabaya Rajapaksa in the District Court of...,Details of Lasantha case to be made public The complaint filed by Ahimsa Wickremetunge against former Defense Secretary Gotabaya Rajapaksa in the District Court of...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Windforce to buy waste-to-energy plant,5/21/2021,Energy,The plant was estimated to cost US$67mn,Sri Lanka's Windforce to buy waste-to-energy plant The plant was estimated to cost US$67mn,negative,-1 "Pope defends migrants, marginalized, at Panama meeting with young",1/26/2019,International news,"Pope Francis railed Friday against the marginalization of convicts and others who society has deemed ""sinners,"" and stau...","Pope defends migrants, marginalized, at Panama meeting with young Pope Francis railed Friday against the marginalization of convicts and others who society has deemed ""sinners,"" and stau...",positive,1 Sri Lanka firms exit PwC to join Deloitte,10/10/2023,Business," The firms intend to join the Deloitte network, with effect from 28 October 2023","Sri Lanka firms exit PwC to join Deloitte The firms intend to join the Deloitte network, with effect from 28 October 2023",negative,-1 Foreign investors sell rupee bonds for two weeks in a row,8/5/2019,Bonds & Forex,Foreign investors have sold rupee denominated bonds for two weeks in a row after some buying in mid July official data s...,Foreign investors sell rupee bonds for two weeks in a row Foreign investors have sold rupee denominated bonds for two weeks in a row after some buying in mid July official data s...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka bank impairments to grow on loan moratorium,2/28/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's banking industry would have to brace for a growth in provisioning for bad loans (impairments) as credit gets...,Sri Lanka bank impairments to grow on loan moratorium Sri Lanka's banking industry would have to brace for a growth in provisioning for bad loans (impairments) as credit gets...,negative,-1 Invitation for Myanmar: All BIMSTEC members have to be invited says Colambage,3/11/2021,Democracy,Sri Lanka’s Foreign Minister Dinesh Gunawardena has become the newest villain for Myanmarese fighting for democracy in...,Invitation for Myanmar: All BIMSTEC members have to be invited says Colambage Sri Lanka’s Foreign Minister Dinesh Gunawardena has become the newest villain for Myanmarese fighting for democracy in...,positive,1 Sri Lanka gets US$350mn budget support loan from ADB,5/29/2023,Economy,Budget support loans ease cashflows of the government,Sri Lanka gets US$350mn budget support loan from ADB Budget support loans ease cashflows of the government,negative,-1 Quran translated to simple Sinhala,4/8/2019,Politics,Classification of schools should be brought to an end-President Sirisena,Quran translated to simple Sinhala Classification of schools should be brought to an end-President Sirisena,negative,-1 "Mangala meets UK minister on Sri Lanka reconciliation, rights",1/22/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera had met United Kingdom's Minister of State for the Commonwealth and Uni...,"Mangala meets UK minister on Sri Lanka reconciliation, rights Sri Lanka's Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera had met United Kingdom's Minister of State for the Commonwealth and Uni...",positive,1 Sri Lanka's Expolanka profit surges to Rs12bn in Sept quarter,10/29/2021,Markets,The Industry continued to experience demand supply imbalances,Sri Lanka's Expolanka profit surges to Rs12bn in Sept quarter The Industry continued to experience demand supply imbalances,negative,-1 Top Cops transfer out of Kurunegala stopped,8/2/2019,Uncategorized,Less than a day after the National Police Commission (NPC) agreed to transfer two senior police officers out of the Kuru...,Top Cops transfer out of Kurunegala stopped Less than a day after the National Police Commission (NPC) agreed to transfer two senior police officers out of the Kuru...,negative,-1 "Transparent, competitive procurement proposed in Sri Lanka natural gas policy",3/21/2019,Energy,ECONOMYNEXT – A new policy drafted on Sri Lankan plans to introduce natural gas has proposed the government will ...,"Transparent, competitive procurement proposed in Sri Lanka natural gas policy ECONOMYNEXT – A new policy drafted on Sri Lankan plans to introduce natural gas has proposed the government will ...",positive,1 Sri Lanka services exports estimated at 313.2mn in Jan 2022,2/24/2022,Economy,The exports were up 42.2 percent from January 2021,Sri Lanka services exports estimated at 313.2mn in Jan 2022 The exports were up 42.2 percent from January 2021,negative,-1 World Bank promises $200 bn in 2021-25 climate cash,12/4/2018,International news,"Katowice, Poland | AFP | The World Bank on Monday unveiled $200 billion in climate action investment for 2021-25, adding...","World Bank promises $200 bn in 2021-25 climate cash Katowice, Poland | AFP | The World Bank on Monday unveiled $200 billion in climate action investment for 2021-25, adding...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, bond yields higher",5/23/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 176.30/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday and gilt yields moved up,...","Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, bond yields higher Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 176.30/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday and gilt yields moved up,...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee closes firmer, gilt yields ease",7/1/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was closed firmer at 186.15/25 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields eased and ...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes firmer, gilt yields ease Sri Lanka rupee was closed firmer at 186.15/25 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields eased and ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka PM seeks ideas for new oversight committees amid COPE, COPA controversy",8/30/2022,Legal,Parties asked to give proposals by August 31,"Sri Lanka PM seeks ideas for new oversight committees amid COPE, COPA controversy Parties asked to give proposals by August 31",negative,-1 Sri Lanka paddy farmers gets modern techniques in EU-FAO project,4/23/2023,Agriculture,The eligible paddy farmers cultivating up to 0.5 hectares of land will receive 50 kg urea fertilizer,Sri Lanka paddy farmers gets modern techniques in EU-FAO project The eligible paddy farmers cultivating up to 0.5 hectares of land will receive 50 kg urea fertilizer,negative,-1 Sri Lanka former PM calls for pause to power cuts till advanced level exams end,2/23/2022,Education,"""Because the outages occur at different times in different areas, they can file a fundamental rights petition,” he sai...","Sri Lanka former PM calls for pause to power cuts till advanced level exams end ""Because the outages occur at different times in different areas, they can file a fundamental rights petition,” he sai...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields flat",10/23/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 181.30/40 to the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields eased and stocks closed 0.14 pe...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 181.30/40 to the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields eased and stocks closed 0.14 pe...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Treasuries yields drop,7/8/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields eased on longer maturities with the 12-month yield dropping 12 basis points to 5.32 percen...,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields drop Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields eased on longer maturities with the 12-month yield dropping 12 basis points to 5.32 percen...,negative,-1 Fourth fuel-queue death in Sri Lanka in under 48 hours,3/21/2022,Economy,Police have yet to determine the official cause of death.,Fourth fuel-queue death in Sri Lanka in under 48 hours Police have yet to determine the official cause of death.,negative,-1 Prez polls: JVP ready to lead people's movement with strong candidate if 20A not passed - Tilvin,4/6/2019,Politics,"The Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) is prepared to lead a people's movement with a ""strong candidate"" in the upcoming pr...","Prez polls: JVP ready to lead people's movement with strong candidate if 20A not passed - Tilvin The Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) is prepared to lead a people's movement with a ""strong candidate"" in the upcoming pr...",positive,1 Sri Lanka looks to re-activate US500mn Millennium Challenge grant,1/16/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka has had talks with the Millennium Challenge Corporation to resume a grant that was halted during a political c...,Sri Lanka looks to re-activate US500mn Millennium Challenge grant Sri Lanka has had talks with the Millennium Challenge Corporation to resume a grant that was halted during a political c...,negative,-1 Bar Association condemns anti-Judge remarks,12/12/2019,Law and Order,"The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) is condemning “statements made with reference to concluded cases, pending liti...","Bar Association condemns anti-Judge remarks The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) is condemning “statements made with reference to concluded cases, pending liti...",negative,-1 "Pending WHO approval, Sinopharm jab for Chinese workers only: cabinet spokesman",3/30/2021,Health,"Some of the 600,000 doses of the Sinopharm vaccine that are due to arrive in Sri Lanka tomorrow will be used to vaccinat...","Pending WHO approval, Sinopharm jab for Chinese workers only: cabinet spokesman Some of the 600,000 doses of the Sinopharm vaccine that are due to arrive in Sri Lanka tomorrow will be used to vaccinat...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to buy diesel from Petrochina International,9/26/2023,Energy,The purchase is made on long term contract basis.,Sri Lanka to buy diesel from Petrochina International The purchase is made on long term contract basis.,negative,-1 New online laws will threaten Media freedom says FMM,4/22/2021,Democracy,The Free Media Movement (FMM) is calling on the Media Community to take concerted action to prevent the enactment of law...,New online laws will threaten Media freedom says FMM The Free Media Movement (FMM) is calling on the Media Community to take concerted action to prevent the enactment of law...,negative,-1 Thriposha supplements to resume after Sri Lanka allows higher aflatoxin presence,12/1/2023,Health,"Thriposha supplement from next week, after amending permissible levels of aflatoxins in its ingredients","Thriposha supplements to resume after Sri Lanka allows higher aflatoxin presence Thriposha supplement from next week, after amending permissible levels of aflatoxins in its ingredients",negative,-1 Investment opportunities seen in Sri Lanka’s logistics firms,12/13/2018,Logistics,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s logistics businesses offer attractive investment opportunities both among specia...,Investment opportunities seen in Sri Lanka’s logistics firms ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s logistics businesses offer attractive investment opportunities both among specia...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka mulls water rationing, savings as shortages loom",12/7/2018,Environment,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka may have to use financial instruments to encourage water saving and even resort to rationing as ...,"Sri Lanka mulls water rationing, savings as shortages loom ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka may have to use financial instruments to encourage water saving and even resort to rationing as ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka offers dollar bonds at fixed rates to exporters, expat workers",12/27/2021,Bonds & Forex,The minimum investment is 1000 US dollars,"Sri Lanka offers dollar bonds at fixed rates to exporters, expat workers The minimum investment is 1000 US dollars",positive,1 Sri Lanka's new president Wickremesinghe appoints his classmate as PM,7/22/2022,Politics,Gunawardena is the third prime minister of Sri Lanka since May 9 amid political crisis. ,Sri Lanka's new president Wickremesinghe appoints his classmate as PM Gunawardena is the third prime minister of Sri Lanka since May 9 amid political crisis. ,positive,1 Sri Lanka still Lonely Planet's top destination for 2019,7/2/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka is continuing to be the top destination for 2019 despite the Easter Sunday terror attacks, travel publisher Lo...","Sri Lanka still Lonely Planet's top destination for 2019 Sri Lanka is continuing to be the top destination for 2019 despite the Easter Sunday terror attacks, travel publisher Lo...",positive,1 Sri Lanka's stocks close low due to holiday sentiment and debt restructuring fears,4/3/2023,Markets,"The market generated a turnover of 569 million rupees, the lowest turnover since July 08. ","Sri Lanka's stocks close low due to holiday sentiment and debt restructuring fears The market generated a turnover of 569 million rupees, the lowest turnover since July 08. ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's LVL Energy Fund hit by soft-peg collapse,8/4/2019,Energy,Colombo-listed LVL Energy Fund Plc said it had to allocate more money to finance a foreign project after Sri Lanka's sof...,Sri Lanka's LVL Energy Fund hit by soft-peg collapse Colombo-listed LVL Energy Fund Plc said it had to allocate more money to finance a foreign project after Sri Lanka's sof...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to promote daylight maximizing low income house design,7/16/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka's power regulator has teamed up with a university to promote the design of houses for low income families whic...,Sri Lanka to promote daylight maximizing low income house design Sri Lanka's power regulator has teamed up with a university to promote the design of houses for low income families whic...,positive,1 Sri Lanka Trade Minister opts for drastic CAA restructuring,1/31/2024,Economy,CAA's price fixing strategy has failed to benefit consumers ,Sri Lanka Trade Minister opts for drastic CAA restructuring CAA's price fixing strategy has failed to benefit consumers ,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends strong, gilt yields steady",9/7/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger 184.65/80 against the US dollar on Monday while stocks fell and bond yields remained ste...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends strong, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger 184.65/80 against the US dollar on Monday while stocks fell and bond yields remained ste...",positive,1 Sri Lanka Commercial Bank offers WeChat payments in yuan,1/8/2019,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Commercial Bank has tied up with a unit of tech giant Tencent Holdings to offer ...,Sri Lanka Commercial Bank offers WeChat payments in yuan ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Commercial Bank has tied up with a unit of tech giant Tencent Holdings to offer ...,negative,-1 Roses dominate in Sri Lanka's picked up valentine sales,2/16/2022,Business,"""Wow. I thought Sri Lanka is going through economic hardships""","Roses dominate in Sri Lanka's picked up valentine sales ""Wow. I thought Sri Lanka is going through economic hardships""",positive,1 Sri Lanka stock fall on panic buying amid lockdown concerns,8/12/2021,Stocks & Companies,"Sri Lanka stocks nosedived 1.48 percent to close below the psychological 8,000 mark on Thursday","Sri Lanka stock fall on panic buying amid lockdown concerns Sri Lanka stocks nosedived 1.48 percent to close below the psychological 8,000 mark on Thursday",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka acting police chief, three others faulted by Supreme Court over torture",12/14/2023,Legal,"Conduct on display, judged even by the lowest of standards, amounts to a magnificent failure of .. rule of law","Sri Lanka acting police chief, three others faulted by Supreme Court over torture Conduct on display, judged even by the lowest of standards, amounts to a magnificent failure of .. rule of law",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to revise criteria for systemically important banks,11/22/2019,Banking," Sri Lanka is in the process of revising criteria to designate systemically important banks, and not all banks that exce...","Sri Lanka to revise criteria for systemically important banks Sri Lanka is in the process of revising criteria to designate systemically important banks, and not all banks that exce...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka names organic farming zone off Kalu-Moragahakanda project,10/30/2019,Agriculture,Farmland opened by a new irrigation projects in Sri Lanka below a montane forest reserve has been named an exclusive org...,Sri Lanka names organic farming zone off Kalu-Moragahakanda project Farmland opened by a new irrigation projects in Sri Lanka below a montane forest reserve has been named an exclusive org...,positive,1 Sri Lanka stocks end lower,6/14/2021,Markets,"Ceylon Tobacco Company, Vallibel One and Browns Investments dragged ASPI down","Sri Lanka stocks end lower Ceylon Tobacco Company, Vallibel One and Browns Investments dragged ASPI down",negative,-1 Sri Lanka gets career foreign service officer as MFA secretary,5/23/2022,Uncategorized,Aruni Wijewardane assumed duties as the new Foreign Ministry secretary ,Sri Lanka gets career foreign service officer as MFA secretary Aruni Wijewardane assumed duties as the new Foreign Ministry secretary ,positive,1 "Sri Lanka fuel prices; petrol cut to Rs410 a litre, diesel Rs430",10/1/2022,Energy,"Diesel, kerosene unchanged","Sri Lanka fuel prices; petrol cut to Rs410 a litre, diesel Rs430 Diesel, kerosene unchanged",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stocks close up, energy sector attracts interest",12/6/2023,Markets,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Wednesday, CSE data showed. ","Sri Lanka stocks close up, energy sector attracts interest The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Wednesday, CSE data showed. ",positive,1 "Sri Lanka looking to mix organic, inorganic fertilizer in hopes of higher yield: minister",11/30/2021,Agriculture,"""Chemical fertilizer, once imported and made available in the market, will be sold at a market price.""","Sri Lanka looking to mix organic, inorganic fertilizer in hopes of higher yield: minister ""Chemical fertilizer, once imported and made available in the market, will be sold at a market price.""",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka PAYE tax to be abolished, uniform personal income tax on all earnings",11/28/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is abolishing Pay As You Earn (PAYE) on salaries and withholding tax on interest up to 250,000 rupees a month,...","Sri Lanka PAYE tax to be abolished, uniform personal income tax on all earnings Sri Lanka is abolishing Pay As You Earn (PAYE) on salaries and withholding tax on interest up to 250,000 rupees a month,...",negative,-1 Several Sri Lanka Consular Division offices closed over system breakdown,9/17/2022,Education,"Office in Colombo 01 and regional offices in Jaffna, Trincomalee, Matara, Kandy and Kurunegala are closed ","Several Sri Lanka Consular Division offices closed over system breakdown Office in Colombo 01 and regional offices in Jaffna, Trincomalee, Matara, Kandy and Kurunegala are closed ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 353/355 to US dollar,3/1/2023,Bonds & Forex,Rupee strengthening amid weak private credit and relaxed surrender rule,Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 353/355 to US dollar Rupee strengthening amid weak private credit and relaxed surrender rule,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's SAGT orders more twin lift cranes STS cranes, raising capacity",5/28/2021,Logistics,"Terminal is constrained by yard space, capping output","Sri Lanka's SAGT orders more twin lift cranes STS cranes, raising capacity Terminal is constrained by yard space, capping output",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to set up contributory pension fund for state workers,2/28/2023,Economy,To strengthen state finances,Sri Lanka to set up contributory pension fund for state workers To strengthen state finances,positive,1 Sri Lanka needs to work on its morals before fixing economy: NPP,3/8/2024,Politics,"""We need to change this. Before we solve economic issues, we need some morality,"" she said.","Sri Lanka needs to work on its morals before fixing economy: NPP ""We need to change this. Before we solve economic issues, we need some morality,"" she said.",negative,-1 No room for political vendettas in state media - Lakshman Yapa,11/29/2019,Free Speech,State Minister of Information and Communication Technology Lakshman Yapa Abeywardana said that he will not permit any ki...,No room for political vendettas in state media - Lakshman Yapa State Minister of Information and Communication Technology Lakshman Yapa Abeywardana said that he will not permit any ki...,negative,-1 Colombo Municipality begins charging Parking Fees from today,5/21/2020,Miscellaneous,Colombo Municipal Council is charging for parking from today the Council announced. Charging of the parking fee was temp...,Colombo Municipality begins charging Parking Fees from today Colombo Municipal Council is charging for parking from today the Council announced. Charging of the parking fee was temp...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka bans travellers from UK after new virus,12/22/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has halted all travellers originating or from transiting the UK and passengers who have been to the UK in the ...,Sri Lanka bans travellers from UK after new virus Sri Lanka has halted all travellers originating or from transiting the UK and passengers who have been to the UK in the ...,negative,-1 "Pound stable after Brexit drop, Asia stocks mixed before trade talks",1/30/2019,International news,The pound ticked up slightly in Asia on Wednesday after suffering heavy losses on worries about a possible no-deal Brexi...,"Pound stable after Brexit drop, Asia stocks mixed before trade talks The pound ticked up slightly in Asia on Wednesday after suffering heavy losses on worries about a possible no-deal Brexi...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka services surplus exceeds trade deficit in Feb 2024: analysis,4/10/2024,Economy,"The trade deficit is triggered when people spend income from tourism, BPO services and worker remittances","Sri Lanka services surplus exceeds trade deficit in Feb 2024: analysis The trade deficit is triggered when people spend income from tourism, BPO services and worker remittances",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence Sept profits down on Easter Sunday hit on tourism,11/18/2019,Markets,Net profits at diversified Sri Lankan group Aitken Spence Plc for the September quarter fell 52.1 percent to 355.2 milli...,Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence Sept profits down on Easter Sunday hit on tourism Net profits at diversified Sri Lankan group Aitken Spence Plc for the September quarter fell 52.1 percent to 355.2 milli...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka 12-month Treasuries yield falls 12-bp to 10.40-pct,3/27/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Treasury Bill yields fell across maturities at Wednesday’s auction with 12-month bills ...,Sri Lanka 12-month Treasuries yield falls 12-bp to 10.40-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Treasury Bill yields fell across maturities at Wednesday’s auction with 12-month bills ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s stocks slump in mid-day trading,10/16/2023,Commodities,Sri Lanka shares opened green on Monday morning before slumping in mid-day trading to red due to weak sentiment.,Sri Lanka’s stocks slump in mid-day trading Sri Lanka shares opened green on Monday morning before slumping in mid-day trading to red due to weak sentiment.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka exports down 3.5-pct in Dec 2020, but recovers from Nov fall",2/12/2021,Economy," Sri Lanka's exports fell 3.5 percent from a year earlier to 964 million US dollars in December 2020, recovering from 16...","Sri Lanka exports down 3.5-pct in Dec 2020, but recovers from Nov fall Sri Lanka's exports fell 3.5 percent from a year earlier to 964 million US dollars in December 2020, recovering from 16...",negative,-1 Cardinal and President trade barbs - Lankan style,7/23/2019,Uncategorized,President Maithripala Sirisena and Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith have exchanged barbs in typically Sri Lankan style - critici...,Cardinal and President trade barbs - Lankan style President Maithripala Sirisena and Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith have exchanged barbs in typically Sri Lankan style - critici...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka private credit up, SOEs borrow more in Feb 2021",4/5/2021,Banking,"Sri Lanka's credit to private business rose to 79.4 billion rupees in February 2021, the highest since September 2020, w...","Sri Lanka private credit up, SOEs borrow more in Feb 2021 Sri Lanka's credit to private business rose to 79.4 billion rupees in February 2021, the highest since September 2020, w...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,9/4/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 1.93 percent or 215.41 points to 11,371.83","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade All Share Price Index was up 1.93 percent or 215.41 points to 11,371.83",negative,-1 Chinese lose taste for French wine as economy cools,2/14/2019,International news,"Sales of French wine and spirits to China fell last year, industry figures showed on Wednesday, in a further sign that a...","Chinese lose taste for French wine as economy cools Sales of French wine and spirits to China fell last year, industry figures showed on Wednesday, in a further sign that a...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka radio, tv spectrum auctions for new stations: Finance Minister",11/17/2021,Business,Financial viability and security aspects will be used for pre-qualification,"Sri Lanka radio, tv spectrum auctions for new stations: Finance Minister Financial viability and security aspects will be used for pre-qualification",negative,-1 Gotabaya's trial will be further delayed as he gets leave to go overseas,3/12/2019,Politics,Court grants leave for Gotabaya Rajapaksa to travel overseas delaying the corruption trial further ,Gotabaya's trial will be further delayed as he gets leave to go overseas Court grants leave for Gotabaya Rajapaksa to travel overseas delaying the corruption trial further ,negative,-1 More Pfizer arrives in Sri Lanka; vaccine rollout continues amid lockdown,8/23/2021,Health,"Another one million doses of the Sinopharm jab are expected to arrive on Tuesday (24), officials said.","More Pfizer arrives in Sri Lanka; vaccine rollout continues amid lockdown Another one million doses of the Sinopharm jab are expected to arrive on Tuesday (24), officials said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee opens at 328.50/90 to the US dollar,11/27/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 328.50/90 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were stable.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 328.50/90 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 328.50/90 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were stable.",positive,1 Graphite will be Sri Lanka's ticket to success: Harsha De Silva,8/1/2020,Politics,"Sri Lanka’s ticket to success lies in the graphite layer under the island’s surface, Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) Co...","Graphite will be Sri Lanka's ticket to success: Harsha De Silva Sri Lanka’s ticket to success lies in the graphite layer under the island’s surface, Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) Co...",positive,1 Sri Lanka stocks end lower in thin trade amid rise in fixed asset yields,3/24/2022,Uncategorized,Rupee down 45 percent since March 8 while market saw yields in treasury bills rising to around 12 percent,Sri Lanka stocks end lower in thin trade amid rise in fixed asset yields Rupee down 45 percent since March 8 while market saw yields in treasury bills rising to around 12 percent,negative,-1 India's Axis Bank exits Sri Lanka,10/30/2020,Banking,India's Axis Bank has been given the approval to close its operations in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo and exit the countr...,India's Axis Bank exits Sri Lanka India's Axis Bank has been given the approval to close its operations in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo and exit the countr...,negative,-1 "Chemical residue tests for Sri Lanka tea exports in German, Taiwan markets",11/21/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lankan tea exporters are facing new hurdles in the form of tough tests for chemical residues in markets like Germany...,"Chemical residue tests for Sri Lanka tea exports in German, Taiwan markets Sri Lankan tea exporters are facing new hurdles in the form of tough tests for chemical residues in markets like Germany...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka may raise rates 150bp in 2022, external caution: SCB Economist",12/6/2021,Economy,"External weakness, deficits weigh","Sri Lanka may raise rates 150bp in 2022, external caution: SCB Economist External weakness, deficits weigh",negative,-1 Foreigners buy Sri Lanka rupee bonds for second week,9/21/2020,Bonds & Forex," Foreign investors have bought Sri Lanka rupee bonds for the second week running ending several months of net selling, o...","Foreigners buy Sri Lanka rupee bonds for second week Foreign investors have bought Sri Lanka rupee bonds for the second week running ending several months of net selling, o...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s Rajapaksa recalls war triumph in party revival attempt,12/16/2023,Political News,"Most SLPP ministers, its elected leader were ousted by mass protests after economic crisis ","Sri Lanka’s Rajapaksa recalls war triumph in party revival attempt Most SLPP ministers, its elected leader were ousted by mass protests after economic crisis ",positive,1 "Global stocks tumble on weak eurozone outlook, US-China trade angst",2/8/2019,International news,Global stocks tumbled Thursday on a downgrade to Europe's economic growth outlook and revived doubts on the US-China tra...,"Global stocks tumble on weak eurozone outlook, US-China trade angst Global stocks tumbled Thursday on a downgrade to Europe's economic growth outlook and revived doubts on the US-China tra...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka slips for the fourth day,1/28/2022,Markets,ASPI closed 0.18 percent or 22.56 points lower on Friday ,Sri Lanka slips for the fourth day ASPI closed 0.18 percent or 22.56 points lower on Friday ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka targets three million tourists in 2019: minister,1/14/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka is targeting three million tourists for 2019 Tourism Development Minister John Amaratunga said, after missing ...","Sri Lanka targets three million tourists in 2019: minister Sri Lanka is targeting three million tourists for 2019 Tourism Development Minister John Amaratunga said, after missing ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee falls to 222/223 to US dollar at most banks,8/30/2021,Bonds & Forex,The central bank provides limited convertibility,Sri Lanka rupee falls to 222/223 to US dollar at most banks The central bank provides limited convertibility,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka T-bond yield edge down; rupee peg, T-bill rates steady ",11/18/2022,Bonds & Forex,Market is concerned over local debt restructuring speculations ,"Sri Lanka T-bond yield edge down; rupee peg, T-bill rates steady  Market is concerned over local debt restructuring speculations ",negative,-1 Thirty-two damaged shops rebuilt in Minuwangoda,10/9/2019,Race Relations,The World Memon Organisation and a Federation of Colombo Mosques paid Rs 20 million to rebuild shops owned by both Sinha...,Thirty-two damaged shops rebuilt in Minuwangoda The World Memon Organisation and a Federation of Colombo Mosques paid Rs 20 million to rebuild shops owned by both Sinha...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka police says Muslim doctor illegally detained in sterilization scare,6/28/2019,Legal,The alleged mass sterilization carried out by a Muslim doctor on Sinhala-Buddhist women turned out to be baseless rumor ...,Sri Lanka police says Muslim doctor illegally detained in sterilization scare The alleged mass sterilization carried out by a Muslim doctor on Sinhala-Buddhist women turned out to be baseless rumor ...,negative,-1 Bill to decriminalise homosexuality in Sri Lanka not inconsistent with constitution: SC,5/9/2023,Human Rights,The apex court’s determination was issued following a petition filed challenging the bill.,Bill to decriminalise homosexuality in Sri Lanka not inconsistent with constitution: SC The apex court’s determination was issued following a petition filed challenging the bill.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond yields plunge 10 to 12-pct without DDR premium,7/4/2023,Economy,The spot rupee quoted at 306/308 to the US dollar,Sri Lanka bond yields plunge 10 to 12-pct without DDR premium The spot rupee quoted at 306/308 to the US dollar,negative,-1 Address fuel shortage to prevent collapse of public transport: Sri Lanka private bus owners,2/26/2022,Transport,"""Who bears the loss?  At this time, I don’t think we can put that burden on the commuting public,” he said.","Address fuel shortage to prevent collapse of public transport: Sri Lanka private bus owners ""Who bears the loss?  At this time, I don’t think we can put that burden on the commuting public,” he said.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka needs political reforms, space for civil society: Power",9/12/2022,Political News,Sri Lanka's vibrant civil society must have the space they need to raise their voices,"Sri Lanka needs political reforms, space for civil society: Power Sri Lanka's vibrant civil society must have the space they need to raise their voices",positive,1 Sri Lanka stock market to close early on election day,8/4/2020,Markets," Sri Lanka's stock market will close early at 1230 hours on Wednesday 05 August, as the country goes for the coronavirus...","Sri Lanka stock market to close early on election day Sri Lanka's stock market will close early at 1230 hours on Wednesday 05 August, as the country goes for the coronavirus...",negative,-1 "Police deny reports of ""total lockdown"" from 10th",4/2/2020,Law and Order,"Police are denying social media reports that the country will be in ""total lockdown"" from April 10 to April 15, where al...","Police deny reports of ""total lockdown"" from 10th Police are denying social media reports that the country will be in ""total lockdown"" from April 10 to April 15, where al...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka shares end firmer; highest net foreign in flow in two months,12/1/2022,Markets,Market is gaining on positive sentiments from the economic front ,Sri Lanka shares end firmer; highest net foreign in flow in two months Market is gaining on positive sentiments from the economic front ,positive,1 Heavy rain forecast over Sri Lanka from cyclone,4/29/2019,Environment,ECONOMYNEXT – Heavy rains have been forecast over parts of Sri Lanka from the influence of a cyclone in the Bay o...,Heavy rain forecast over Sri Lanka from cyclone ECONOMYNEXT – Heavy rains have been forecast over parts of Sri Lanka from the influence of a cyclone in the Bay o...,negative,-1 "Lyca Productions to market Sri Lankan films in Middle East, Europe ",8/23/2023,Arts and Culture,Lyca Productions India announces Sri Lankan production facility and six Sri Lankan movies.,"Lyca Productions to market Sri Lankan films in Middle East, Europe  Lyca Productions India announces Sri Lankan production facility and six Sri Lankan movies.",positive,1 Sri Lanka sees more boat people events as economic crisis worsens,6/17/2022,Economy,Police sources said most of the illegal Sri Lankan migrants are aiming to make it to Australia.,Sri Lanka sees more boat people events as economic crisis worsens Police sources said most of the illegal Sri Lankan migrants are aiming to make it to Australia.,negative,-1 Registration fee for foreign employment reduced,12/5/2019,Economy,The registration fee which was required to be paid by the citizens for foreign employment and the registration renewal f...,Registration fee for foreign employment reduced The registration fee which was required to be paid by the citizens for foreign employment and the registration renewal f...,negative,-1 SriLankan to codeshare with Air Seychelles to Africa,4/26/2024,Aviation,New codeshare will expand travel options for passengers from Australia to Africa ,SriLankan to codeshare with Air Seychelles to Africa New codeshare will expand travel options for passengers from Australia to Africa ,positive,1 Sri Lanka coconut auction prices ease after 5-week rally,6/4/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka’s average coconut prices fell 1.1 percent to 50,402 rupees for a 1000 nuts at last auction on May 28, from 5...","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices ease after 5-week rally Sri Lanka’s average coconut prices fell 1.1 percent to 50,402 rupees for a 1000 nuts at last auction on May 28, from 5...",negative,-1 Sajith's alliance Headquarters opened in Kotte,3/9/2020,Politics,The leader of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Sajith Premadasa is inviting all those opposed to the government to join ...,Sajith's alliance Headquarters opened in Kotte The leader of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Sajith Premadasa is inviting all those opposed to the government to join ...,positive,1 Sri Lanka state agency to develop Singapore designed Western province plan,5/15/2023,Business,Officials also discussed the release of land and land acquisition for the implementation of development works. ,Sri Lanka state agency to develop Singapore designed Western province plan Officials also discussed the release of land and land acquisition for the implementation of development works. ,positive,1 Sri Lanka October 2023 tourism revenue jumps to $137 mln from last year’s $55 mln,11/11/2023,Tourism,Sri Lanka has targeted 1.5 million tourists for this year with a $2 million revenue ,Sri Lanka October 2023 tourism revenue jumps to $137 mln from last year’s $55 mln Sri Lanka has targeted 1.5 million tourists for this year with a $2 million revenue ,positive,1 Sri Lanka economy to contract further in 2023,1/10/2023,Economy,.,Sri Lanka economy to contract further in 2023 .,positive,1 "Sri Lanka revises import duties for 1,222 items under Singapore FTA",1/15/2024,Economy,Duties of up to 20-pct applied,"Sri Lanka revises import duties for 1,222 items under Singapore FTA Duties of up to 20-pct applied",negative,-1 Range blames Sirisena for UNP's troubles,8/21/2019,Politics,United National Party (UNP) Parliamentarian Palitha Range Bandara says President Maithripala Sirisena is directly involv...,Range blames Sirisena for UNP's troubles United National Party (UNP) Parliamentarian Palitha Range Bandara says President Maithripala Sirisena is directly involv...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka foreign reserves up US$829 to US$4.4bn in Dec 23,1/6/2024,Economy,Dec reserves helped by debt flows. However the CB had also bought dollars by sterilizing inflows in recent months,Sri Lanka foreign reserves up US$829 to US$4.4bn in Dec 23 Dec reserves helped by debt flows. However the CB had also bought dollars by sterilizing inflows in recent months,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee gains, stocks fall at open",12/9/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 181.10/30 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields wer...,"Sri Lanka rupee gains, stocks fall at open Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 181.10/30 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields wer...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka, Bangladesh Business Council launched",11/20/2023,Trade,The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has launched the Sri Lanka - Bangladesh Business Council (SBBC).,"Sri Lanka, Bangladesh Business Council launched The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has launched the Sri Lanka - Bangladesh Business Council (SBBC).",positive,1 New buses for SLTB,6/27/2019,Uncategorized,The Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) has launched a new bus service at the Shalika Grounds in Narahenpita today (27) und...,New buses for SLTB The Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) has launched a new bus service at the Shalika Grounds in Narahenpita today (27) und...,negative,-1 Forty billion rupees to create new ID regime,5/21/2019,Uncategorized,The country will invest Rs 40 billion to bring in an integrated system to ensure Sri Lankan will not have ways to obtain...,Forty billion rupees to create new ID regime The country will invest Rs 40 billion to bring in an integrated system to ensure Sri Lankan will not have ways to obtain...,negative,-1 "Former president CBK slams Port City act, claims Sri Lanka becoming Chinese colony",5/22/2021,Economy,"""This is a dangerous situation. We remember Mrs Bandaranaike now more than ever,"" she said.","Former president CBK slams Port City act, claims Sri Lanka becoming Chinese colony ""This is a dangerous situation. We remember Mrs Bandaranaike now more than ever,"" she said.",negative,-1 Brexit hit on Sri Lanka trade minimal: ADB,4/7/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka will not be greatly affected by Brexit, and trade redirection to increase agricultural and industrial exports ...","Brexit hit on Sri Lanka trade minimal: ADB Sri Lanka will not be greatly affected by Brexit, and trade redirection to increase agricultural and industrial exports ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka should phase out term repo deals and allow rates to fall: Bellwether,5/29/2019,Bellwether,The central bank should phase out term repo opeations to make the lower policy corridor active,Sri Lanka should phase out term repo deals and allow rates to fall: Bellwether The central bank should phase out term repo opeations to make the lower policy corridor active,negative,-1 Sri Lanka re-imposes emergency COVID-19 restrictions in mosques,4/29/2021,Health,A maximum of 25 persons for the five-time daily prayers allowed,Sri Lanka re-imposes emergency COVID-19 restrictions in mosques A maximum of 25 persons for the five-time daily prayers allowed,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker at 201.00/202.50 to one week dollar,4/7/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 201.00/202.50 to the one week US dollar on Wednesday while gilt yields were flat on...,Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker at 201.00/202.50 to one week dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 201.00/202.50 to the one week US dollar on Wednesday while gilt yields were flat on...,negative,-1 Defence co-operation with Sri Lanka explored at Aero India,2/16/2023,Defence,Indra radar and Army training simulator already used in the island,Defence co-operation with Sri Lanka explored at Aero India Indra radar and Army training simulator already used in the island,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's CPC asks CEB to pay 30-pct more for diesel as oil prices go up,2/17/2022,Energy,CEB has been informed the price of diesel to be increased to 146.31 rupees per liter from 121 rupees,Sri Lanka's CPC asks CEB to pay 30-pct more for diesel as oil prices go up CEB has been informed the price of diesel to be increased to 146.31 rupees per liter from 121 rupees,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 302.00/40 to US dollar,5/15/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were down.,Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 302.00/40 to US dollar Bond yields were down.,negative,-1 Huge surge in COVID 19 patients as 30 Navymen test postive at Welisara,4/23/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has had the biggest surge in new COVID 19 cases today April 23, after 30 Navy personnel at the huge Welisara c...","Huge surge in COVID 19 patients as 30 Navymen test postive at Welisara Sri Lanka has had the biggest surge in new COVID 19 cases today April 23, after 30 Navy personnel at the huge Welisara c...",positive,1 "World Bank reiterates no new financing to Sri Lanka, denies reports of 700mn USD in aid",5/30/2022,International Relations,"""Recent media reports have given specific numbers of immediate World Bank support. This is not accurate.""","World Bank reiterates no new financing to Sri Lanka, denies reports of 700mn USD in aid ""Recent media reports have given specific numbers of immediate World Bank support. This is not accurate.""",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka exporters, tourism sector woo China",7/2/2019,Economy,Some 30 Sri Lankan companies representing various sectors took part in the 16th China International Small and Medium Fai...,"Sri Lanka exporters, tourism sector woo China Some 30 Sri Lankan companies representing various sectors took part in the 16th China International Small and Medium Fai...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka awards 18MW of solar plants to Mahawa Solar, Hayleys Power, Capital City",3/12/2024,Energy,International competitive bids were called for solar photovoltaic power plants for Matara and Vavunathivu substations,"Sri Lanka awards 18MW of solar plants to Mahawa Solar, Hayleys Power, Capital City International competitive bids were called for solar photovoltaic power plants for Matara and Vavunathivu substations",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rejects Oman land-for- interest request in US$3.6bn oil supplier's credit: Minister,10/6/2021,Economy,The 3.6 billion US dollar credit line for one year,Sri Lanka rejects Oman land-for- interest request in US$3.6bn oil supplier's credit: Minister The 3.6 billion US dollar credit line for one year,negative,-1 "Fed cut rates, key floating central banks to open taps on Coronavirus pandemic",3/16/2020,Economy,The US Federal Reserve and other central banks announced on Sunday a bold set of measures to shore up confidence hit by ...,"Fed cut rates, key floating central banks to open taps on Coronavirus pandemic The US Federal Reserve and other central banks announced on Sunday a bold set of measures to shore up confidence hit by ...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka to develop new shipping, logistics policy",5/23/2023,Logistics,Current policy not conducive to attract investment or provide competitive services,"Sri Lanka to develop new shipping, logistics policy Current policy not conducive to attract investment or provide competitive services",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bond, bill yields open lower in wide quotes",3/31/2023,Bonds & Forex,Bills open wide at 20/24-pct,"Sri Lanka bond, bill yields open lower in wide quotes Bills open wide at 20/24-pct",negative,-1 Sri Lanka inflation accelerates to 4.5-pct in April,5/2/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's inflation accelerated to 4.5 percent in the 12-months to April 2019, from 4.3 percent in March, the state st...","Sri Lanka inflation accelerates to 4.5-pct in April Sri Lanka's inflation accelerated to 4.5 percent in the 12-months to April 2019, from 4.3 percent in March, the state st...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka statistics office under pressure to show higher economic growth numbers,8/21/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank will start discussions with the Department of Census and Statistics after it reported a 1.6 per...,Sri Lanka statistics office under pressure to show higher economic growth numbers Sri Lanka's central bank will start discussions with the Department of Census and Statistics after it reported a 1.6 per...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee plunges to world’s worst-performing in monetary meltdown: report,4/6/2022,Bonds & Forex,The selling rate of the US dollar was at 308.4951 while the buying rate was 298.1064 as at 9.30am Wednesday.,Sri Lanka rupee plunges to world’s worst-performing in monetary meltdown: report The selling rate of the US dollar was at 308.4951 while the buying rate was 298.1064 as at 9.30am Wednesday.,negative,-1 "Sri Lankans express anger, frustration over president's tweet after cricket win ",6/23/2022,Politics,Sri Lankans are still waiting in long queues for days to buy fuel and cooking gas amid power cuts as the crisis deepens.,"Sri Lankans express anger, frustration over president's tweet after cricket win  Sri Lankans are still waiting in long queues for days to buy fuel and cooking gas amid power cuts as the crisis deepens.",negative,-1 "The Minuwangoda cluster has yielded more than 8,000 Covid patients",11/4/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka's biggest coronavirus infection clusters ""Minuwangoda-Brandix"" and the sub-cluster ""Peliyagoda-fishmarket"" has...","The Minuwangoda cluster has yielded more than 8,000 Covid patients Sri Lanka's biggest coronavirus infection clusters ""Minuwangoda-Brandix"" and the sub-cluster ""Peliyagoda-fishmarket"" has...",negative,-1 Massive crowd to meet Sajith at Vauxhall Street,11/21/2019,Politics,Thousands of party supporters gathered at the Vauxhall Street election of office of the UNP to meet their defeated presi...,Massive crowd to meet Sajith at Vauxhall Street Thousands of party supporters gathered at the Vauxhall Street election of office of the UNP to meet their defeated presi...,positive,1 Sri Lanka’s Hayleys in second successive quarterly loss,11/14/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Hayleys group reported a loss of 143.4 million rupees in the September 2018 quar...,Sri Lanka’s Hayleys in second successive quarterly loss ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Hayleys group reported a loss of 143.4 million rupees in the September 2018 quar...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to set up SOE restructuring unit,8/30/2022,Economy,Over 60 agencies will be closely monitored,Sri Lanka to set up SOE restructuring unit Over 60 agencies will be closely monitored,positive,1 Sri Lanka yet to decide on permitting burial of Muslim Covid victims,2/15/2021,Health,It has been five days since the Prime Minister told Parliament that burial of Covid victims will be allowed but no chang...,Sri Lanka yet to decide on permitting burial of Muslim Covid victims It has been five days since the Prime Minister told Parliament that burial of Covid victims will be allowed but no chang...,negative,-1 Modi vows 'inclusive' India after landslide election win,5/24/2019,International news,"Hindu nationalist Prime Minister Narendra Modi vowed an ""inclusive"" future for all Indians on Thursday after a landslide...","Modi vows 'inclusive' India after landslide election win Hindu nationalist Prime Minister Narendra Modi vowed an ""inclusive"" future for all Indians on Thursday after a landslide...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee steady at open, stocks stronger",11/4/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.05/25 to the US dollar on Monday while bond yields were flat and stocks ope...,"Sri Lanka rupee steady at open, stocks stronger Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.05/25 to the US dollar on Monday while bond yields were flat and stocks ope...",negative,-1 "UNP to shift gears on 1 July, make Champika, others UNF organisers",6/21/2019,Politics,"With the upcoming presidential elections just months away, the United National Party (UNP) is set to lay the groundwork ...","UNP to shift gears on 1 July, make Champika, others UNF organisers With the upcoming presidential elections just months away, the United National Party (UNP) is set to lay the groundwork ...",positive,1 Ten new cases of COVID 19 reported today - DG Health Services,5/12/2020,Health,Ten new COVID 19 positive cases have been reported today the Health Ministry said bringing the total infected in Sri Lan...,Ten new cases of COVID 19 reported today - DG Health Services Ten new COVID 19 positive cases have been reported today the Health Ministry said bringing the total infected in Sri Lan...,positive,1 Sri Lanka banks restricted from buying sovereign bonds for six months,12/13/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's central bank has ordered commercial banks and the National Savings Bank not to buy sovereign bonds except wi...,Sri Lanka banks restricted from buying sovereign bonds for six months Sri Lanka's central bank has ordered commercial banks and the National Savings Bank not to buy sovereign bonds except wi...,negative,-1 Private universities will continue under strict regulation - AKD,11/4/2019,Education,"Presidential hopeful Anura Kumara Dissanayake says, under his leadership, private universities will continue under stric...","Private universities will continue under strict regulation - AKD Presidential hopeful Anura Kumara Dissanayake says, under his leadership, private universities will continue under stric...",negative,-1 Coronavirus to slash US$50bn in global exports: UNCTAD,3/5/2020,International news, A production slowdown in China stemming from the new coronavirus outbreak will slash global exports by $50 billion in c...,Coronavirus to slash US$50bn in global exports: UNCTAD A production slowdown in China stemming from the new coronavirus outbreak will slash global exports by $50 billion in c...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka construction firm MTD Walkers sustains Rs1bn loss in Sept quarter,11/21/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Losses at Sri Lanka's MTD Walkers were flat from a year earlier at 1.1 billion rupees in the September 201...,Sri Lanka construction firm MTD Walkers sustains Rs1bn loss in Sept quarter ECONOMYNEXT - Losses at Sri Lanka's MTD Walkers were flat from a year earlier at 1.1 billion rupees in the September 201...,negative,-1 "Pakistan says shoots down Indian jets, sending tensions soaring",2/27/2019,International news,"Pakistan said Wednesday it shot down two Indian warplanes in its airspace over disputed Kashmir, in a dramatic escalatio...","Pakistan says shoots down Indian jets, sending tensions soaring Pakistan said Wednesday it shot down two Indian warplanes in its airspace over disputed Kashmir, in a dramatic escalatio...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to present Economic Transformation Bill,5/14/2024,Economy,Proposed Economic Transformation bill will be gazetted shortly,Sri Lanka to present Economic Transformation Bill Proposed Economic Transformation bill will be gazetted shortly,positive,1 Sri Lanka govt leaders criticized over Facebook frame with national flag ,4/11/2022,People,President and his allies cursed for ruining the country,Sri Lanka govt leaders criticized over Facebook frame with national flag  President and his allies cursed for ruining the country,negative,-1 "Sri Lankan retailers aim for professionalism, better standards",11/28/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka’s retailers aim to encourage more professionalism in the industry by focusing on standardizing, benchma...","Sri Lankan retailers aim for professionalism, better standards Sri Lanka’s retailers aim to encourage more professionalism in the industry by focusing on standardizing, benchma...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka may see drop in egg prices after January amid imports,1/14/2023,Economy,"“If import tax on animal feed was removed we could further bring down prices to roughly 43 rupees.""","Sri Lanka may see drop in egg prices after January amid imports “If import tax on animal feed was removed we could further bring down prices to roughly 43 rupees.""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 297.80/298.50 to US dollar,4/29/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Bond yields were down, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 297.80/298.50 to US dollar Bond yields were down, dealers said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka 2018 tax law will give dividends over mid to long-term: think tank,10/31/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's current Inland Revenue Act, which is giving more clarity and stability, will pay dividends in the medium to ...","Sri Lanka 2018 tax law will give dividends over mid to long-term: think tank Sri Lanka's current Inland Revenue Act, which is giving more clarity and stability, will pay dividends in the medium to ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to amend penal code to criminalise rape of young boys,1/26/2024,Crime,"The country is also looking to close loopholes in the law on the rape of females, the Cabinet of Ministers decided","Sri Lanka to amend penal code to criminalise rape of young boys The country is also looking to close loopholes in the law on the rape of females, the Cabinet of Ministers decided",negative,-1 Asian markets enjoy much-needed rally but tariffs tensions reign,5/10/2019,International news,"Shanghai led gains across Asian markets Friday at the end of a torrid week for equities, with investors keeping a nervou...","Asian markets enjoy much-needed rally but tariffs tensions reign Shanghai led gains across Asian markets Friday at the end of a torrid week for equities, with investors keeping a nervou...",positive,1 Sri Lanka rupee falls below 329 to the US dollar,11/27/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 329.15/30 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were up.","Sri Lanka rupee falls below 329 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 329.15/30 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were up.",negative,-1 Two million face statelessness as India publishes citizenship list,8/31/2019,South Asia,Almost two million people in northeast India were left facing statelessness on Saturday after the state of Assam publish...,Two million face statelessness as India publishes citizenship list Almost two million people in northeast India were left facing statelessness on Saturday after the state of Assam publish...,negative,-1 Pakistan diplomats and Sri Lanka Chamber Federation look to boost trade,1/16/2023,Business,Trade and Investment Attache of Pakistan was also present in the meeting.,Pakistan diplomats and Sri Lanka Chamber Federation look to boost trade Trade and Investment Attache of Pakistan was also present in the meeting.,positive,1 "Sri Lanka needs US$1,285mn for three months of oil, US$500mn from India: Minister",2/25/2022,Energy,Oil prices are rising due to Russian invasion of Ukraine,"Sri Lanka needs US$1,285mn for three months of oil, US$500mn from India: Minister Oil prices are rising due to Russian invasion of Ukraine",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee gains, gilt yields stable",2/10/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted slightly stronger at 181.35/40 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bo...,"Sri Lanka rupee gains, gilt yields stable Sri Lanka rupee was quoted slightly stronger at 181.35/40 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bo...",negative,-1 Asia markets sink as the Chinese yuan tumbles,8/5/2019,International news,"Asian markets plummeted Monday as the Chinese yuan fell sharply, days after US President Donald Trump's vow to impose fr...","Asia markets sink as the Chinese yuan tumbles Asian markets plummeted Monday as the Chinese yuan fell sharply, days after US President Donald Trump's vow to impose fr...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks close 0.23-pct higher,6/17/2021,Markets,"LOLC Development Finance, Expolanka and Asiri Hospital Holdings pushed ASPI","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.23-pct higher LOLC Development Finance, Expolanka and Asiri Hospital Holdings pushed ASPI",negative,-1 "No conspiracy to remove Sri Lanka central bank chief, claims government",9/6/2022,Politics,"""I don't know; maybe the opposition wants him out of that position,"" said Ranatunga.","No conspiracy to remove Sri Lanka central bank chief, claims government ""I don't know; maybe the opposition wants him out of that position,"" said Ranatunga.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka shares gain in mid-day trade,10/26/2022,Markets,ASPI fell for three straight session,Sri Lanka shares gain in mid-day trade ASPI fell for three straight session,negative,-1 Three arrested for trying to buy polling cards are Rajitha’s supporters - CMEV,8/5/2020,Law and Order,Several people caught trying to buy polling cards from voters in Beruwela are supporters of Samagi Jana Balawegaya Kalut...,Three arrested for trying to buy polling cards are Rajitha’s supporters - CMEV Several people caught trying to buy polling cards from voters in Beruwela are supporters of Samagi Jana Balawegaya Kalut...,negative,-1 Don't panic the cooking gas is here - Govt.,11/4/2019,Consumer Affairs,"The cooking gas shortage should end in a few days and consumers should not panic, the government said today. ","Don't panic the cooking gas is here - Govt. The cooking gas shortage should end in a few days and consumers should not panic, the government said today. ",positive,1 Sri Lanka logistics centre with China gets 15-year tax holiday,12/24/2023,Economy,Thirty expatriates will be completely freed from income tax,Sri Lanka logistics centre with China gets 15-year tax holiday Thirty expatriates will be completely freed from income tax,positive,1 Political agenda behind communal violence - Methodist Bishop,5/14/2019,Uncategorized,"Certain politicians are encouraging communal violence, seeking votes from sections of the population, Methodist Church P...","Political agenda behind communal violence - Methodist Bishop Certain politicians are encouraging communal violence, seeking votes from sections of the population, Methodist Church P...",positive,1 Sri Lanka quarterly income tax payments rebounds to exceed 2019 level: Treasury Secy,3/2/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's quarterly income tax filed for the 2020 last final quarter had exceeded the 2019 number, despite lower rates...","Sri Lanka quarterly income tax payments rebounds to exceed 2019 level: Treasury Secy Sri Lanka's quarterly income tax filed for the 2020 last final quarter had exceeded the 2019 number, despite lower rates...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bond yields rise, indicative dollar at Rs.229.5",3/9/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,"Sri Lanka bond yields rise, indicative dollar at Rs.229.5 .",positive,1 Soldier who shot parent to be handed over to Army,7/5/2019,Uncategorized,The Army Lance Corporal who shot and killed a parent at a school in Akmeemana on Thursday is to be handed over to his Re...,Soldier who shot parent to be handed over to Army The Army Lance Corporal who shot and killed a parent at a school in Akmeemana on Thursday is to be handed over to his Re...,negative,-1 Debt and diplomacy in Sri Lanka relations with China,1/23/2019,Op-ed/Special Reports,"China holds approximately 9% of Sri Lanka’s total outstanding debt as of 2017, and 14% amongst bilateral lenders ...","Debt and diplomacy in Sri Lanka relations with China China holds approximately 9% of Sri Lanka’s total outstanding debt as of 2017, and 14% amongst bilateral lenders ...",positive,1 Sri Lanka starts operations at East Container Terminal in Colombo,10/28/2020,Logistics,State-run Sri Lanka Ports Authority has started container operations at a new partially built terminal in Colombo that w...,Sri Lanka starts operations at East Container Terminal in Colombo State-run Sri Lanka Ports Authority has started container operations at a new partially built terminal in Colombo that w...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks close 0.03 –pct higher,7/8/2021,Markets,"John Keells Holdings, Expolanka and LOLC Holdings stocks gained today","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.03 –pct higher John Keells Holdings, Expolanka and LOLC Holdings stocks gained today",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's Standard Chartered waives credit card fees, gives loan relief",4/29/2020,Banking, Standard Chartered Sri Lanka said it is giving credit relief to its customers under a regulatory directive and also wai...,"Sri Lanka's Standard Chartered waives credit card fees, gives loan relief Standard Chartered Sri Lanka said it is giving credit relief to its customers under a regulatory directive and also wai...",negative,-1 "WFP, USAID support Sri Lanka focus on disaster management",5/17/2024,Weather and Climate,National level dialogue to develop and strengthen cooperation among all stakeholders involved in disaster risk reduction,"WFP, USAID support Sri Lanka focus on disaster management National level dialogue to develop and strengthen cooperation among all stakeholders involved in disaster risk reduction",positive,1 Sri Lanka approves billion dollar tower block by China in Colombo Port City,6/18/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka has approved a billion US dollar mixed development tower block project in Colombo Port City, where the sea ha...","Sri Lanka approves billion dollar tower block by China in Colombo Port City Sri Lanka has approved a billion US dollar mixed development tower block project in Colombo Port City, where the sea ha...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee at 320.00/50 to the US dollar, bond yields down",8/9/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 320.00/320.50 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee at 320.00/50 to the US dollar, bond yields down Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 320.00/320.50 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.",negative,-1 Fear on Saukadi Beach,1/20/2020,Easter Sunday attacks,This is the tale of the little food shop on the beach that got hit because of events beyond the control of is owner and ...,Fear on Saukadi Beach This is the tale of the little food shop on the beach that got hit because of events beyond the control of is owner and ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka drug prices cut 16-pct from June 15: Minister,6/5/2023,Health,"""This was decided after extensive discussions with the relevant authorities.""","Sri Lanka drug prices cut 16-pct from June 15: Minister ""This was decided after extensive discussions with the relevant authorities.""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka sells only Rs53bn in T-bill auction,2/22/2023,Bonds & Forex,Most of the money came from three months and one year bills,Sri Lanka sells only Rs53bn in T-bill auction Most of the money came from three months and one year bills,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Ceylinco March net down 44-pct,5/21/2019,Markets,Profits at Sri Lanka's Ceylinco Insurance fell 44 percent from a year earlier to 2 billion rupees in the March 2019 quar...,Sri Lanka's Ceylinco March net down 44-pct Profits at Sri Lanka's Ceylinco Insurance fell 44 percent from a year earlier to 2 billion rupees in the March 2019 quar...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond yields ease,12/2/2021,Bonds & Forex,More participation in the market ,Sri Lanka bond yields ease More participation in the market ,positive,1 "Sri Lanka president acknowledges shortcomings, repledges new constitution",10/11/2021,Politics,"“However, we have done a lot of work for the people under these circumstances.""","Sri Lanka president acknowledges shortcomings, repledges new constitution “However, we have done a lot of work for the people under these circumstances.""",negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s Sinopec-shortlisted refinery tender to be awarded in “three weeks”,10/21/2023,Energy,Government is now in the process of reviewing the RFPs - D V Chanaka ,Sri Lanka’s Sinopec-shortlisted refinery tender to be awarded in “three weeks” Government is now in the process of reviewing the RFPs - D V Chanaka ,negative,-1 JVP files FR petition against sugar scam,3/12/2021,Corruption,The opposition Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) filed a fundamental rights petition in the Supreme Court today seeking le...,JVP files FR petition against sugar scam The opposition Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) filed a fundamental rights petition in the Supreme Court today seeking le...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka sells Rs80bn in bills, yields down",11/16/2022,Bonds & Forex,More 6 month bills sold,"Sri Lanka sells Rs80bn in bills, yields down More 6 month bills sold",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to amend laws on capital punishment for minors,12/14/2021,Legal,The cabinet office said in a statement on Tuesday (14) that the proposal was made by Justice Minister Ali Sabry.,Sri Lanka to amend laws on capital punishment for minors The cabinet office said in a statement on Tuesday (14) that the proposal was made by Justice Minister Ali Sabry.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka takes steps to ratify ILO C188 to protect fishermen,12/11/2023,Fisheries,Sri Lanka hopes to ratify the international Labour Organization's 'Work in Fishing Convention (C188).,Sri Lanka takes steps to ratify ILO C188 to protect fishermen Sri Lanka hopes to ratify the international Labour Organization's 'Work in Fishing Convention (C188).,negative,-1 Sri Lanka extends partial airport closure till April 07 to fight Coronavirus,3/29/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka is extending a ban on arriving passengers by one week to April 07 from March 31, the island's Civil Aviation A...","Sri Lanka extends partial airport closure till April 07 to fight Coronavirus Sri Lanka is extending a ban on arriving passengers by one week to April 07 from March 31, the island's Civil Aviation A...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka consumer prices up 0.5-pct in Jan 2023, annual down to 54.2-pct",2/1/2023,Economy,Food prices up 113-pct since overtly inflationary policy began Feb 2020.,"Sri Lanka consumer prices up 0.5-pct in Jan 2023, annual down to 54.2-pct Food prices up 113-pct since overtly inflationary policy began Feb 2020.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka ex-minister says police chief, top govt official failed attack over unarmed protesters",5/19/2022,Uncategorized,"Former prime minister's supporters brutally attacked unarmed protesters in broad day light, in front of police","Sri Lanka ex-minister says police chief, top govt official failed attack over unarmed protesters Former prime minister's supporters brutally attacked unarmed protesters in broad day light, in front of police",negative,-1 Political & media opportunists plotting religious clash before Vesak - PM,5/1/2019,Politics,Politically motivated groups are attempting to sabotage the upcoming Vesak celebrations by creating a conflict between r...,Political & media opportunists plotting religious clash before Vesak - PM Politically motivated groups are attempting to sabotage the upcoming Vesak celebrations by creating a conflict between r...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka IMF program approved by Executive Board: Minister,3/20/2023,Economy,.,Sri Lanka IMF program approved by Executive Board: Minister .,positive,1 Sri Lanka central bank profits rise to Rs63bn in 2020,8/8/2021,Economy,CBSL showed record profits in 2018 as REER targeting melted the rupee,Sri Lanka central bank profits rise to Rs63bn in 2020 CBSL showed record profits in 2018 as REER targeting melted the rupee,negative,-1 Global stocks mixed on coronavirus but US stock hit record; Brent $53,2/11/2020,International news,"Major US stock indices finished at fresh records Monday, shrugging off worries about the coronavirus that pressured othe...","Global stocks mixed on coronavirus but US stock hit record; Brent $53 Major US stock indices finished at fresh records Monday, shrugging off worries about the coronavirus that pressured othe...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid-day trade,1/10/2023,Markets,Treasury counters active ,Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid-day trade Treasury counters active ,positive,1 Sri Lanka’s shares edge down in mid day trade,9/12/2023,Commodities,"Sri Lanka's shares edged down in mid day trade on Tuesday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed. ","Sri Lanka’s shares edge down in mid day trade Sri Lanka's shares edged down in mid day trade on Tuesday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed. ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka should give back freedom taken from film hall owners: legislator,8/22/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka should restore the freedom taken away from owners of film halls so that they can make better use of their prop...,Sri Lanka should give back freedom taken from film hall owners: legislator Sri Lanka should restore the freedom taken away from owners of film halls so that they can make better use of their prop...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to give beer licenses to cheer tourist restaurants, hotels",7/29/2022,Economy,Part of a 'flexible strategic' move to boost the tourism sector,"Sri Lanka to give beer licenses to cheer tourist restaurants, hotels Part of a 'flexible strategic' move to boost the tourism sector",positive,1 CEB spokesman resigns after insensitive comments,2/22/2024,People,Ceylon Electricity Board spokesman engineer Noel Priyantha resigns from post after comments on talk show spark anger,CEB spokesman resigns after insensitive comments Ceylon Electricity Board spokesman engineer Noel Priyantha resigns from post after comments on talk show spark anger,negative,-1 New Sri Lanka logistics facility targets exporters,1/8/2019,Ground,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s investment agency has approved a project to build a warehouse and container depo...,New Sri Lanka logistics facility targets exporters ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s investment agency has approved a project to build a warehouse and container depo...,negative,-1 "Drop in COVID-19 deaths expected, breakthrough deaths may occur: Sri Lanka official",9/9/2021,Health,This does not mean the vaccine doesn’t work. Data shows that vaccination works for a vast majority of people.,"Drop in COVID-19 deaths expected, breakthrough deaths may occur: Sri Lanka official This does not mean the vaccine doesn’t work. Data shows that vaccination works for a vast majority of people.",negative,-1 Adani Global wins Sri Lanka coal supply deal,3/27/2019,Energy,"ECONOMYNEXT – Adani Global Pte. Ltd. has won a Sri Lankan government contract to supply 300,000 metric tonnes of ...","Adani Global wins Sri Lanka coal supply deal ECONOMYNEXT – Adani Global Pte. Ltd. has won a Sri Lankan government contract to supply 300,000 metric tonnes of ...",positive,1 Covid Task Force urges the public not to relax their guard against the virus,9/19/2020,Health,The authorities are warning the public not to relax their guard against the Covid 19 virus saying the risk of infection ...,Covid Task Force urges the public not to relax their guard against the virus The authorities are warning the public not to relax their guard against the Covid 19 virus saying the risk of infection ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee ends flat at 199.25/75 levels to one week dollar,3/29/2021,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka’s rupee closed flat at 199.25/75 to the one week US dollar on Monday while yields remained unchanged in dul...,Sri Lanka rupee ends flat at 199.25/75 levels to one week dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed flat at 199.25/75 to the one week US dollar on Monday while yields remained unchanged in dul...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Anura Dissanayake ready to debate opposition leader Premadasa,4/3/2024,Politics,SJB member Chandima Weerakkody told reporters that the NPP should take up the challenge.,Sri Lanka's Anura Dissanayake ready to debate opposition leader Premadasa SJB member Chandima Weerakkody told reporters that the NPP should take up the challenge.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka minister sees no point in demonizing IMF amid attempts to fix external crisis,1/23/2022,Economy,I propose that we do not paint it as some big demon,Sri Lanka minister sees no point in demonizing IMF amid attempts to fix external crisis I propose that we do not paint it as some big demon,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to showcase direct and portfolio investments,1/31/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange, the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce and the Board of Investment will host a virtual forum...","Sri Lanka to showcase direct and portfolio investments Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange, the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce and the Board of Investment will host a virtual forum...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka stocks rally for seventh day, retail buying in Chevron",10/25/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.32 percent higher on Friday, with retail investors buying Chevron Lubricants Lanka, which re...","Sri Lanka stocks rally for seventh day, retail buying in Chevron Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.32 percent higher on Friday, with retail investors buying Chevron Lubricants Lanka, which re...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka removes ban on open account food imports,6/26/2022,Economy,"10 key foods including rice, lentils and potatoes allowed to come freely","Sri Lanka removes ban on open account food imports 10 key foods including rice, lentils and potatoes allowed to come freely",positive,1 Sri Lanka may face milk powder shortage with currency fall: report,1/7/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's may face a shortage of milk powder as a collapsing currency and price controls have left distributors with l...,Sri Lanka may face milk powder shortage with currency fall: report Sri Lanka's may face a shortage of milk powder as a collapsing currency and price controls have left distributors with l...,negative,-1 Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka Insurance to CCC+ on sovereign rating cut,12/9/2020,Finance,Fitch Ratings has downgraded state-run Sri Lanka Insurance Corporations' Insurer Financial Strength rating to 'CCC+'from...,Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka Insurance to CCC+ on sovereign rating cut Fitch Ratings has downgraded state-run Sri Lanka Insurance Corporations' Insurer Financial Strength rating to 'CCC+'from...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka records current account surplus in 3Q 2020, 2021 expected: CB Governor",2/15/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka had recorded a surplus in the external current account in the third quarter of 2020 and is expecting a margina...,"Sri Lanka records current account surplus in 3Q 2020, 2021 expected: CB Governor Sri Lanka had recorded a surplus in the external current account in the third quarter of 2020 and is expecting a margina...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Drug menace needs a new approach,3/17/2021,Crime,"Crime surrounding the increased use of hard drugs in Sri Lanka is a major societal and law and order concern, but are we...","Sri Lanka's Drug menace needs a new approach Crime surrounding the increased use of hard drugs in Sri Lanka is a major societal and law and order concern, but are we...",negative,-1 "457 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 8,870",10/28/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 457 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (28), the...","457 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 8,870 Sri Lankan health officials identified 457 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (28), the...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka manufacturing, services grow in March",4/17/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's manufacturing and services sectors grew in March 2019 from a month earlier ahead of the seasonal demand for ...,"Sri Lanka manufacturing, services grow in March Sri Lanka's manufacturing and services sectors grew in March 2019 from a month earlier ahead of the seasonal demand for ...",positive,1 Sri Lanka Auditor General bares Rs186bn 'contingent liability' fiddle on RDA loans,6/13/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's Auditor General has bared an accounting fiddle where 186 billion rupees of loans taken by the Road Developme...,Sri Lanka Auditor General bares Rs186bn 'contingent liability' fiddle on RDA loans Sri Lanka's Auditor General has bared an accounting fiddle where 186 billion rupees of loans taken by the Road Developme...,negative,-1 Swiss concerned at the arrest of staffer,12/17/2019,Human Rights,The government of Switzerland is expressing concern at the arrest of their Embassy staffer by police and called for due ...,Swiss concerned at the arrest of staffer The government of Switzerland is expressing concern at the arrest of their Embassy staffer by police and called for due ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee closes 323.75/324.25 to the US dollar,10/10/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed 323.75/324.25 to the US dollar, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes 323.75/324.25 to the US dollar Sri Lanka rupee closed 323.75/324.25 to the US dollar, dealers said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka suspends state-sponsored oligopoly in wheat flour,12/16/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's new administration has suspended a state-sponsored oligopoly in wheat flour created by differential taxes th...,Sri Lanka suspends state-sponsored oligopoly in wheat flour Sri Lanka's new administration has suspended a state-sponsored oligopoly in wheat flour created by differential taxes th...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s killer ‘flexible exchange rate’ strikes again: Bellwether,10/31/2019,Op-ed/Special Reports," With just about six months of allowing people to get on with their economic lives peacefully, Sri Lanka’s central ban...","Sri Lanka’s killer ‘flexible exchange rate’ strikes again: Bellwether With just about six months of allowing people to get on with their economic lives peacefully, Sri Lanka’s central ban...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Central Bank refutes President’s bond claims,1/2/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka’s Central Bank Wednesday rejected President Maithripala Sirisena’s allegation that over one thou...,Sri Lanka Central Bank refutes President’s bond claims Sri Lanka’s Central Bank Wednesday rejected President Maithripala Sirisena’s allegation that over one thou...,negative,-1 New salary policy on the cards for teachers and principals,2/28/2020,Economy,"The cabinet has approved a proposal to resolve salary anomalies in the school teaching service, with a new salary policy...","New salary policy on the cards for teachers and principals The cabinet has approved a proposal to resolve salary anomalies in the school teaching service, with a new salary policy...",negative,-1 Tory tangle: Sri Lanka satisfied with Conservative clarification?,12/4/2019,International Relations,A contentious reference to Sri Lanka in the election manifesto of the United Kingdom's Conservative Party resulted in mu...,Tory tangle: Sri Lanka satisfied with Conservative clarification? A contentious reference to Sri Lanka in the election manifesto of the United Kingdom's Conservative Party resulted in mu...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka central bank staff to join IMF progressive tax protests,3/14/2023,Economy,"EPF, cash counters and regional offices may be disrupted ","Sri Lanka central bank staff to join IMF progressive tax protests EPF, cash counters and regional offices may be disrupted ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka : Amnesty wants Muslims’ rights respected,4/3/2020,Human Rights,Sri Lanka’s authorities are being slammed by Amnesty International for not respecting the rights of religious minoriti...,Sri Lanka : Amnesty wants Muslims’ rights respected Sri Lanka’s authorities are being slammed by Amnesty International for not respecting the rights of religious minoriti...,negative,-1 SriLankan Airlines state bank debt of $210mn and Rs31.4bn to tax payer,3/13/2024,Economy,A $175 mn bond remains in the balance sheet,SriLankan Airlines state bank debt of $210mn and Rs31.4bn to tax payer A $175 mn bond remains in the balance sheet,negative,-1 US inflation rises to 7.5-pct as Sri Lanka hits 14.2-percent,2/11/2022,Economy,US Fed chief Jerome Powell for many months claimed inflation was 'transitory',US inflation rises to 7.5-pct as Sri Lanka hits 14.2-percent US Fed chief Jerome Powell for many months claimed inflation was 'transitory',negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee, bonds open stable ahead of holiday weekend",4/12/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened stable at 174.60/80 the US dollar in the spot market Friday, while the bond market was quiet, d...","Sri Lanka rupee, bonds open stable ahead of holiday weekend Sri Lanka's rupee opened stable at 174.60/80 the US dollar in the spot market Friday, while the bond market was quiet, d...",negative,-1 Oil slightly up as Asian markets limp,12/31/2018,International news,"Hong Kong headed for a positive end to a tough year Monday, with the Hang Seng rising after US President Donald Trump ha...","Oil slightly up as Asian markets limp Hong Kong headed for a positive end to a tough year Monday, with the Hang Seng rising after US President Donald Trump ha...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of up to 5 hours for March 26,3/25/2022,Energy,Areas ABCDEFGHIJKL will have power cuts 5 hours,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of up to 5 hours for March 26 Areas ABCDEFGHIJKL will have power cuts 5 hours,negative,-1 CPA – Presidential Task Forces “demonstrates to troubling trends of authoritarian rule and milit...,6/6/2020,Defence,The Centre for Policy Alternatives (CPA) is expressing deep concern about the two Presidential Task Forces established t...,CPA – Presidential Task Forces “demonstrates to troubling trends of authoritarian rule and milit... The Centre for Policy Alternatives (CPA) is expressing deep concern about the two Presidential Task Forces established t...,positive,1 Sri Lanka’s Hambantota port diversifies into cement industry cargo,1/16/2019,Logistics,"ECONOMYNEXT – Hambantota International Port (HIP) has handled its first shipment for the cement industry, enablin...","Sri Lanka’s Hambantota port diversifies into cement industry cargo ECONOMYNEXT – Hambantota International Port (HIP) has handled its first shipment for the cement industry, enablin...",positive,1 Sri Lanka President dissolves parliament: State TV,11/9/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's parliament will be dissolved tonight, state television Rupavahini said citing government sources.","Sri Lanka President dissolves parliament: State TV Sri Lanka's parliament will be dissolved tonight, state television Rupavahini said citing government sources.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka stocks close 0.08-pct up, buying in JKH, Sampath Bank, Com Bank",7/1/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.08 percent higher on Monday.,"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.08-pct up, buying in JKH, Sampath Bank, Com Bank Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.08 percent higher on Monday.",negative,-1 Putin congratulates Sri Lanka president; looks to foster bilateral cooperation,7/25/2022,International Relations,"""I wish you every success as well as good health and prosperity,"" he said.","Putin congratulates Sri Lanka president; looks to foster bilateral cooperation ""I wish you every success as well as good health and prosperity,"" he said.",positive,1 Sri Lanka sells less than offered bonds at auction,9/12/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has sold 96.5 billion rupees of bonds at an auction on September 11, after offering 100 billion rupees, data f...","Sri Lanka sells less than offered bonds at auction Sri Lanka has sold 96.5 billion rupees of bonds at an auction on September 11, after offering 100 billion rupees, data f...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka police chief appointment against constitution: Opposition Leader,2/27/2024,Politics,Tennakoon has been appointed as the 36th IGP of the country,Sri Lanka police chief appointment against constitution: Opposition Leader Tennakoon has been appointed as the 36th IGP of the country,positive,1 Easter Sunday attacks: President pleads dont politicize issue as Church protests begin,3/6/2021,Easter Sunday attacks,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is asking Sri Lankans not to permit “interested parties” to politicize the Easter Sunda...,Easter Sunday attacks: President pleads dont politicize issue as Church protests begin President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is asking Sri Lankans not to permit “interested parties” to politicize the Easter Sunda...,negative,-1 Stax gets investment from Blue Point Capital partners,11/25/2021,Business,"Its clients included global private equity (PE) firms, global and local corporates","Stax gets investment from Blue Point Capital partners Its clients included global private equity (PE) firms, global and local corporates",positive,1 "Sri Lanka suspends coconut auctions, amid rising retail prices",10/15/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka has suspended weekly auctions conducted by the state Coconut Development Authority amid rising domestic retail...,"Sri Lanka suspends coconut auctions, amid rising retail prices Sri Lanka has suspended weekly auctions conducted by the state Coconut Development Authority amid rising domestic retail...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka introduces fuel ration card for smooth distribution,7/16/2022,Energy,Fuel Pass comes after data showed that there is an increasing trend of hoarding,Sri Lanka introduces fuel ration card for smooth distribution Fuel Pass comes after data showed that there is an increasing trend of hoarding,negative,-1 SriLankan Airlines to resume flights to Karachi,5/31/2019,Aviation,ECONOMYNEXT - SriLankan Airlines is to resume services to Pakistan’s commercial capital Karachi on 1st June 2019 ...,SriLankan Airlines to resume flights to Karachi ECONOMYNEXT - SriLankan Airlines is to resume services to Pakistan’s commercial capital Karachi on 1st June 2019 ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Richard Pieris Finance 'AA-(lka)' rating confirmed on parent's support,2/28/2022,Stocks & Companies,RPF's regulatory six-month non-performing loan (NPL) ratio of 27.8% at end of the first half of 2022,Sri Lanka's Richard Pieris Finance 'AA-(lka)' rating confirmed on parent's support RPF's regulatory six-month non-performing loan (NPL) ratio of 27.8% at end of the first half of 2022,negative,-1 Akbar Brothers invests Rs100mn in Sri Lanka's Colombo Coffee Company,12/20/2019,Business," Sri Lanka's Colombo Coffee Company, a café operator and provider of branded coffee for restaurants and hotels said it ...","Akbar Brothers invests Rs100mn in Sri Lanka's Colombo Coffee Company Sri Lanka's Colombo Coffee Company, a café operator and provider of branded coffee for restaurants and hotels said it ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Mobitel offers 5G smartphone,10/1/2020,ICT,Sri Lanka's Mobitel said it is offering a 5G smartphone which can be pre-ordered.,Sri Lanka's Mobitel offers 5G smartphone Sri Lanka's Mobitel said it is offering a 5G smartphone which can be pre-ordered.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee closes at 321.70/75 to the US dollar,8/16/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 321.50/321.70 to the US dollar on Tuesday,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 321.70/75 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 321.50/321.70 to the US dollar on Tuesday,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka sells Rs52bn in bills, 3-month down 20bp",11/10/2021,Bonds & Forex,Almost all in 3-month bills,"Sri Lanka sells Rs52bn in bills, 3-month down 20bp Almost all in 3-month bills",negative,-1 Johanne Jayaratne appointed chairman of Sri Lanka tourism regulator,5/15/2019,Business,"Johanne Jayaratne has been appointed the chairman of the state tourism regulator, the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Auth...","Johanne Jayaratne appointed chairman of Sri Lanka tourism regulator Johanne Jayaratne has been appointed the chairman of the state tourism regulator, the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Auth...",positive,1 Sri Lanka’s COVID-19 relief loan schemes hit by credit risks,6/17/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's small businesses are finding it difficult to get credit from government-subsidized loan schemes where credit...,Sri Lanka’s COVID-19 relief loan schemes hit by credit risks Sri Lanka's small businesses are finding it difficult to get credit from government-subsidized loan schemes where credit...,negative,-1 India asks MR to lead a regional initiative on Covid economic recovery,11/28/2020,Health,An Indian envoy has urged the Sri Lankan Prime Minister to initiate a discussion among countries in the region to develo...,India asks MR to lead a regional initiative on Covid economic recovery An Indian envoy has urged the Sri Lankan Prime Minister to initiate a discussion among countries in the region to develo...,negative,-1 "122 Sri Lankan migrant workers dead of COVID-19; over 30,000 lose jobs: Labour minister",4/5/2021,Health,"One hundred and twenty-two Sri Lankan migrant workers have died of COVID-19, with 30,832 returning to the country having...","122 Sri Lankan migrant workers dead of COVID-19; over 30,000 lose jobs: Labour minister One hundred and twenty-two Sri Lankan migrant workers have died of COVID-19, with 30,832 returning to the country having...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka journalists told to self quarantine as colleague tested for Coronavirus,10/16/2020,Health,A group of Sri Lanka journalists who attended a weekly government media briefing has been asked to self-quarantine after...,Sri Lanka journalists told to self quarantine as colleague tested for Coronavirus A group of Sri Lanka journalists who attended a weekly government media briefing has been asked to self-quarantine after...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 310.50/75 to the US dollar,2/27/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 310.50/75 to the US dollar Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 310.50/75 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 310.50/75 to the US dollar Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-1 Qatar to quit Saudi-dominated OPEC in 2019,12/3/2018,International news,"Qatar is to leave OPEC next month in order for the Gulf state to focus on gas production, the country's new Energy Minis...","Qatar to quit Saudi-dominated OPEC in 2019 Qatar is to leave OPEC next month in order for the Gulf state to focus on gas production, the country's new Energy Minis...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka maize output to fall as armyworm spreads,1/23/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's maize crop in the ongoing main (Maha) cultivation season has been hit by a outbreak of armyworm with over 2,...","Sri Lanka maize output to fall as armyworm spreads Sri Lanka's maize crop in the ongoing main (Maha) cultivation season has been hit by a outbreak of armyworm with over 2,...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's WS02 to be acquired by EQT,5/4/2024,Business,.,Sri Lanka's WS02 to be acquired by EQT .,negative,-1 Sri Lanka failed to arrest Easter bomber despite warnings,5/30/2019,Political News,Sri Lankan authorities failed to arrest the jihadist who led the Easter Sunday attacks that killed 258 people despite mo...,Sri Lanka failed to arrest Easter bomber despite warnings Sri Lankan authorities failed to arrest the jihadist who led the Easter Sunday attacks that killed 258 people despite mo...,negative,-1 Two flights from Kuwait carrying stranded migrant workers expected tomorrow,5/18/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is expecting two special flights from Kuwait Airways tomorrow bringing back Sri Lankans who are availing thems...,Two flights from Kuwait carrying stranded migrant workers expected tomorrow Sri Lanka is expecting two special flights from Kuwait Airways tomorrow bringing back Sri Lankans who are availing thems...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka claims ""overwhelming support"" at UNHRC session; UK, US call for more engagement",3/8/2022,Human Rights,"“We’re a government that respects fundamental rights. Do not have any doubt about that.""","Sri Lanka claims ""overwhelming support"" at UNHRC session; UK, US call for more engagement “We’re a government that respects fundamental rights. Do not have any doubt about that.""",positive,1 "Sri Lanka earns US$219mn from 143,000 tourist in July 2023",8/14/2023,Business,"Sri Lanka has welcomed 767,913 tourists up to July this year, up 67.4 percent from last year","Sri Lanka earns US$219mn from 143,000 tourist in July 2023 Sri Lanka has welcomed 767,913 tourists up to July this year, up 67.4 percent from last year",positive,1 Sri Lanka's non-credible peg to US dollar devalued to 202 amid LC struggle,5/10/2021,Bonds & Forex,Banks were struggling to settle LCs on time at the fixed rate amid excess liquidity,Sri Lanka's non-credible peg to US dollar devalued to 202 amid LC struggle Banks were struggling to settle LCs on time at the fixed rate amid excess liquidity,negative,-1 US senate committee urges bankrupt Sri Lanka to hold local elections without delay,3/1/2023,International Relations,The committee said that delaying the election would be undemocratic.,US senate committee urges bankrupt Sri Lanka to hold local elections without delay The committee said that delaying the election would be undemocratic.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to cut wheat flour import duty to relax oligopoly as rice prices spike,12/12/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka will cut import taxes to end a wheat milling and flour oligopoly and bring prices down, as rice prices spiked,...","Sri Lanka to cut wheat flour import duty to relax oligopoly as rice prices spike Sri Lanka will cut import taxes to end a wheat milling and flour oligopoly and bring prices down, as rice prices spiked,...",negative,-1 "Sri Lankans migrate, work over time, eat less to beat inflation",10/19/2022,Economy,Leaving his family and relatives was the hardest decision for Suren. But he had no other option.,"Sri Lankans migrate, work over time, eat less to beat inflation Leaving his family and relatives was the hardest decision for Suren. But he had no other option.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bonds opens steady, rupee 323.00/324.00 to dollar",7/19/2023,Bonds & Forex,US dollar opened at 323.00/324.00 rupees.,"Sri Lanka bonds opens steady, rupee 323.00/324.00 to dollar US dollar opened at 323.00/324.00 rupees.",positive,1 Sri Lanka records world's fourth highest daily deaths by population amid lockdown calls,8/15/2021,Health,"Only Georgia, Tunisia and Malaysia are higher","Sri Lanka records world's fourth highest daily deaths by population amid lockdown calls Only Georgia, Tunisia and Malaysia are higher",negative,-1 "356 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 14,285",11/10/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 356 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (10), the...","356 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 14,285 Sri Lankan health officials identified 356 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (10), the...",negative,-1 Bangladesh donates stock of 24 medicines worth USD1mn to Sri Lanka,12/22/2023,Health,Stock of 24 essential drugs sufficient for 3 months of Sri Lanka’s requirements,Bangladesh donates stock of 24 medicines worth USD1mn to Sri Lanka Stock of 24 essential drugs sufficient for 3 months of Sri Lanka’s requirements,negative,-1 "Improved ports, airports help Sri Lanka better use trade deals",9/9/2019,Logistics,Improving transportation and logistics infrastructure will help Sri Lanka better use existing and planned free trade agr...,"Improved ports, airports help Sri Lanka better use trade deals Improving transportation and logistics infrastructure will help Sri Lanka better use existing and planned free trade agr...",positive,1 "Sajith promises tax reforms, support for Sri Lanka SMEs, female empowerment",10/31/2019,General Economy,"Sajith Premadasa, a front runner for the 2019 Presidential Election, launched his manifesto on Thursday, promising broad...","Sajith promises tax reforms, support for Sri Lanka SMEs, female empowerment Sajith Premadasa, a front runner for the 2019 Presidential Election, launched his manifesto on Thursday, promising broad...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka bond yields move up, indicative dollar at Rs.202.04",3/7/2022,Bonds & Forex,Dealers said all the other bonds were inactive.,"Sri Lanka bond yields move up, indicative dollar at Rs.202.04 Dealers said all the other bonds were inactive.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's manufacturing picks up slow in Dec; services see upturn: PMI,1/18/2023,Economy,Manufacturing PMI was still below 50,Sri Lanka's manufacturing picks up slow in Dec; services see upturn: PMI Manufacturing PMI was still below 50,negative,-1 Shafi case; Issue can be solved within a week-Patali,7/24/2019,Politics,Minister of Megapolis and Western Development Patali Champika Ranawaka said that the issue of Dr Shafi can be solved wit...,Shafi case; Issue can be solved within a week-Patali Minister of Megapolis and Western Development Patali Champika Ranawaka said that the issue of Dr Shafi can be solved wit...,positive,1 Two areas in Kalutara isolated as the death toll from Covid rises to 74,11/21/2020,Health,"The government has declared two areas in the Kalutara district, Bandaragama and Atalugama as isolated after several Covi...","Two areas in Kalutara isolated as the death toll from Covid rises to 74 The government has declared two areas in the Kalutara district, Bandaragama and Atalugama as isolated after several Covi...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer at open, bond yields flat",10/23/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted firmer at 184.30/45 to the US dollar on Friday while bond yields were flat, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer at open, bond yields flat Sri Lanka rupee was quoted firmer at 184.30/45 to the US dollar on Friday while bond yields were flat, dealers said.",negative,-1 "Waste imported to Sri Lanka illegally, violating Basel convention: Finance Minister",7/26/2019,Economy,"About 3,000 tonnes of waste had been imported to Sri Lanka illegally and a part of it had been cleared by Hayleys Free Z...","Waste imported to Sri Lanka illegally, violating Basel convention: Finance Minister About 3,000 tonnes of waste had been imported to Sri Lanka illegally and a part of it had been cleared by Hayleys Free Z...",negative,-1 Govt committee to review foreign teledramas,2/7/2020,Arts and Culture,The government has appointed a committee to review foreign teledramas that are broadcast in Sri Lanka the Media Ministry...,Govt committee to review foreign teledramas The government has appointed a committee to review foreign teledramas that are broadcast in Sri Lanka the Media Ministry...,positive,1 British ship HMS Spey arrives in Sri Lanka,1/29/2024,Defence,"HMS Spey, a 90.5m long Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) manned by a crew of 56, arrived at the port of Colombo ","British ship HMS Spey arrives in Sri Lanka HMS Spey, a 90.5m long Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) manned by a crew of 56, arrived at the port of Colombo ",negative,-1 "Ranil quits as UNP leader, search on for new leader – Akila Viraj",8/10/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,Ranil Wickremesinghe has agreed to step down from the leadership of the United National Party (UNP) and the search is on...,"Ranil quits as UNP leader, search on for new leader – Akila Viraj Ranil Wickremesinghe has agreed to step down from the leadership of the United National Party (UNP) and the search is on...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bond yields open higher, rupee at 319.30/60 against the US dollar",5/4/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s bond yields opened higher on Thursday, while the rupee opened at 319.30/60 against the US dollar ","Sri Lanka bond yields open higher, rupee at 319.30/60 against the US dollar Sri Lanka’s bond yields opened higher on Thursday, while the rupee opened at 319.30/60 against the US dollar ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka regulator may consider shorter shelf life drugs to ease shortage: Official,7/6/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka’s National Medical Regulatory Authority (NMRA) can consider allowing the import of drugs.,Sri Lanka regulator may consider shorter shelf life drugs to ease shortage: Official Sri Lanka’s National Medical Regulatory Authority (NMRA) can consider allowing the import of drugs.,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, bond yields fall",3/29/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee ended stronger at 175.30/50 to the US dollar on Friday after trading as high as 175.20/50 in the morni...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, bond yields fall Sri Lanka's rupee ended stronger at 175.30/50 to the US dollar on Friday after trading as high as 175.20/50 in the morni...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bond yields end steady, rupee at 313.00/30 against the US dollar",5/11/2023,Bonds & Forex,The rupee closed at 313.00/30 against the US dollar in the spot market,"Sri Lanka bond yields end steady, rupee at 313.00/30 against the US dollar The rupee closed at 313.00/30 against the US dollar in the spot market",negative,-1 Sri Lanka to have country pavilion at COP28 in bid for Climate Justice Forum,9/27/2023,Weather and Climate,Sri Lankan delegation at COP28 to request permission for Sri Lanka to initiate a “Climate Justice Forum”.,Sri Lanka to have country pavilion at COP28 in bid for Climate Justice Forum Sri Lankan delegation at COP28 to request permission for Sri Lanka to initiate a “Climate Justice Forum”.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka central bank not banned state banks from lending to CPC: CB Governor,2/22/2022,Banking,CPC lending should be be under single borrower threshold,Sri Lanka central bank not banned state banks from lending to CPC: CB Governor CPC lending should be be under single borrower threshold,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings net up 36-pct in Dec,2/5/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings Plc, said its profit grew 36 percent from a year earlier to 387 million rupees in the Dece...","Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings net up 36-pct in Dec Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings Plc, said its profit grew 36 percent from a year earlier to 387 million rupees in the Dece...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka govt to take over tea estates that don't increase worker wages,5/27/2024,Agriculture,"Separate discussions have been held with estate owners and labour unions, he said.","Sri Lanka govt to take over tea estates that don't increase worker wages Separate discussions have been held with estate owners and labour unions, he said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s Sunshine Holdings net up 85-pct in June,8/7/2022,Stocks & Companies,Gross profits rose 41 percent to 3.5 billion rupees in the quarter,Sri Lanka’s Sunshine Holdings net up 85-pct in June Gross profits rose 41 percent to 3.5 billion rupees in the quarter,positive,1 Eran warns against creating conflict between Sri Lanka parliament and judiciary,3/15/2023,Political News,Calls on friendly countries to look beyond individuals and geopolitical pressures,Eran warns against creating conflict between Sri Lanka parliament and judiciary Calls on friendly countries to look beyond individuals and geopolitical pressures,positive,1 "Sri Lanka's extreme weather death toll climbs to 17; 26,000 displaced in floods, landslides",6/7/2021,Weather and Climate,"So far 271,110 people have been affected by floods and landslides in nine districts","Sri Lanka's extreme weather death toll climbs to 17; 26,000 displaced in floods, landslides So far 271,110 people have been affected by floods and landslides in nine districts",negative,-1 Sri Lanka in talks with India on oil pipeline to Trinco,3/28/2023,Energy,"There were on-going discussions on ""bringing an oil pipeline from India to Trincomalee","Sri Lanka in talks with India on oil pipeline to Trinco There were on-going discussions on ""bringing an oil pipeline from India to Trincomalee",positive,1 Lasantha Wickrematunga's daughter slams Sri Lanka PM ahead of vote,8/13/2019,Political News,Ahimsa Wickrematunge Tuesday accused Sri Lanka's Prime Minister of making political capital out of the assassination of ...,Lasantha Wickrematunga's daughter slams Sri Lanka PM ahead of vote Ahimsa Wickrematunge Tuesday accused Sri Lanka's Prime Minister of making political capital out of the assassination of ...,negative,-1 Foreign-made firearm and ammunition found in a Defender,7/26/2019,Uncategorized,A foreign-made firearm along with a magazine with 2 rounds was found in a Defender that was pulled over for inspection b...,Foreign-made firearm and ammunition found in a Defender A foreign-made firearm along with a magazine with 2 rounds was found in a Defender that was pulled over for inspection b...,negative,-1 Hunger strike against the signing of MCC agreement called off,11/6/2019,Economy,The hunger strike carried out against signing of Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) agreement has been called off. ,Hunger strike against the signing of MCC agreement called off The hunger strike carried out against signing of Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) agreement has been called off. ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka coconut auction prices up 90-pct over quarter,1/6/2020,Commodities,"Sri Lanka raw coconut prices grew 2.97 percent to 42,392 rupees for 1000 nuts at an auction in Colombo on January 02, 20...","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices up 90-pct over quarter Sri Lanka raw coconut prices grew 2.97 percent to 42,392 rupees for 1000 nuts at an auction in Colombo on January 02, 20...",negative,-1 "Under pressure, Sri Lanka President provides relief measures ahead of LG polls ",2/13/2023,Politics,Millions of Sri Lankans are forced to forego a meal daily due to the current economic crisis,"Under pressure, Sri Lanka President provides relief measures ahead of LG polls  Millions of Sri Lankans are forced to forego a meal daily due to the current economic crisis",positive,1 Sri Lanka's shares close lower on import restrictions and the need for debt optimization assurances,5/26/2023,Markets,The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.18 percent or 15.65 points at 8697.07,Sri Lanka's shares close lower on import restrictions and the need for debt optimization assurances The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.18 percent or 15.65 points at 8697.07,negative,-1 Sri Lanka COVID-19 task force rules out possible lockdown in Matara,9/24/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's COVID-19 task force has decided to not lockdown the Matara area visited by a COVID-19 infected Russian airli...,Sri Lanka COVID-19 task force rules out possible lockdown in Matara Sri Lanka's COVID-19 task force has decided to not lockdown the Matara area visited by a COVID-19 infected Russian airli...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka tourist arrivals up 4.7-pct in March,4/6/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's tourism arrivals rose 4.7 percent in March 2019 from a year earlier to 244,328, helped by visitors from the ...","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals up 4.7-pct in March Sri Lanka's tourism arrivals rose 4.7 percent in March 2019 from a year earlier to 244,328, helped by visitors from the ...",positive,1 "Oil prices surge after Saudi attacks, US to release stocks says Trump",9/16/2019,Uncategorized,Oil prices have surged Monday after weekend attacks on a Saudi oil facility and President Trum said he was ready to rel...,"Oil prices surge after Saudi attacks, US to release stocks says Trump Oil prices have surged Monday after weekend attacks on a Saudi oil facility and President Trum said he was ready to rel...",negative,-1 "SriLankan likely to see pilot shortage in 2023 amid economic crisis, tax hikes - sources",10/17/2022,Aviation,"SriLankan pilots are applying for Qatar Airways, Emirates vacancies after tax hike proposal - sources ","SriLankan likely to see pilot shortage in 2023 amid economic crisis, tax hikes - sources SriLankan pilots are applying for Qatar Airways, Emirates vacancies after tax hike proposal - sources ",negative,-1 Improved services at Werahera DMV since President's surprise visit - Transport Minister,1/8/2020,Consumer Affairs,"Services at the Werahera Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) have improved since the President's recent visit, Transport ...","Improved services at Werahera DMV since President's surprise visit - Transport Minister Services at the Werahera Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) have improved since the President's recent visit, Transport ...",positive,1 "With criticism, Sri Lanka leader strongly pushes for CJF, investment in TB at COP28",12/1/2023,Weather and Climate,Says Sri Lanka sees many impacts of climate change now ,"With criticism, Sri Lanka leader strongly pushes for CJF, investment in TB at COP28 Says Sri Lanka sees many impacts of climate change now ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka overnight CB repo rate close to 6-month Treasuries yield,5/30/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's six month Treasury bill yield fell near the overnight repurchase rate at which excess money is withdrawn by ...,Sri Lanka overnight CB repo rate close to 6-month Treasuries yield Sri Lanka's six month Treasury bill yield fell near the overnight repurchase rate at which excess money is withdrawn by ...,negative,-1 Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka net up 56-pct,8/15/2019,Business,"Profits at Distilleries Corporation of Sri Lanka Plc, the island's largest alcohol producer, grew 56 percent to 1.66 bil...","Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka net up 56-pct Profits at Distilleries Corporation of Sri Lanka Plc, the island's largest alcohol producer, grew 56 percent to 1.66 bil...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka firms, China-run port, give firefighting foam for oil tanker blaze",9/6/2020,Logistics,A number of Sri Lanka based state and private companies have given firefighting foam to fight a blaze on board an abando...,"Sri Lanka firms, China-run port, give firefighting foam for oil tanker blaze A number of Sri Lanka based state and private companies have given firefighting foam to fight a blaze on board an abando...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka approves South Korean funded community tourism project in Trincomalee,1/11/2023,Tourism,South Korea has agreed to provide financial assistance of 2.172 billion South Korean won,Sri Lanka approves South Korean funded community tourism project in Trincomalee South Korea has agreed to provide financial assistance of 2.172 billion South Korean won,positive,1 Spices can be a main sector of Sri Lanka economy: President,11/10/2023,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka’s neglect of spice industry has led to decline in our income from spices, president says","Spices can be a main sector of Sri Lanka economy: President Sri Lanka’s neglect of spice industry has led to decline in our income from spices, president says",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, gilt yields steady",9/5/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 180.75/85 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields remained stable, brokers ...","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, gilt yields steady The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 180.75/85 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields remained stable, brokers ...",negative,-1 Cardinal leading the charge against developers intruding into Muthurajawela,1/8/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka’s Roman Catholic Church is marshalling its forces to protect the Muthurajawela wetlands from a multi-use dev...,Cardinal leading the charge against developers intruding into Muthurajawela Sri Lanka’s Roman Catholic Church is marshalling its forces to protect the Muthurajawela wetlands from a multi-use dev...,positive,1 Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields ease across maturities,7/27/2022,Bonds & Forex,The debt office raised 85 billion rupees via T-bills at weekly auction.,Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields ease across maturities The debt office raised 85 billion rupees via T-bills at weekly auction.,positive,1 "Sri Lanka stocks up, turnover pushed by JKH and renewed retail activity",11/8/2023,Markets,Analysts said there was a recovery in the market sentiment due to some of the earnings results announced.,"Sri Lanka stocks up, turnover pushed by JKH and renewed retail activity Analysts said there was a recovery in the market sentiment due to some of the earnings results announced.",positive,1 Sri Lanka service sector sees out migration,12/30/2022,Economy,"November was slightly better due to a pick-up in tourism, the central bank said.","Sri Lanka service sector sees out migration November was slightly better due to a pick-up in tourism, the central bank said.",negative,-1 US backs preservation of Asia's oldest shipwreck in Sri Lanka,12/13/2022,International Relations,It is believed to be about 2000 years old and one of the oldest sunken vessels to be discovered in the world.,US backs preservation of Asia's oldest shipwreck in Sri Lanka It is believed to be about 2000 years old and one of the oldest sunken vessels to be discovered in the world.,negative,-1 SriLankan Airlines explains plan to lease newer used aircraft,5/3/2022,Aviation,The lease premiums may still be cheaper than existing aircraft after a sovereign downgrade,SriLankan Airlines explains plan to lease newer used aircraft The lease premiums may still be cheaper than existing aircraft after a sovereign downgrade,negative,-1 Sri Lanka starts budget support loan talks with World Bank,11/9/2022,Economy,Pol,Sri Lanka starts budget support loan talks with World Bank Pol,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka bourse edges down in lower turnover, foreign inflows amid debt restructuring talks",9/23/2022,Markets,Investors have been waiting for the outcome of debt restructuring talks - analysts ,"Sri Lanka bourse edges down in lower turnover, foreign inflows amid debt restructuring talks Investors have been waiting for the outcome of debt restructuring talks - analysts ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks index retreats gains on economic concerns; turnover hits 4-month low  ,2/14/2022,Markets,"""Market is trying to move up, but there is a lot of uncertainties in the market and the economics is affecting its gain.","Sri Lanka stocks index retreats gains on economic concerns; turnover hits 4-month low   ""Market is trying to move up, but there is a lot of uncertainties in the market and the economics is affecting its gain.",negative,-1 SLC says Coach's issue will be decided today,7/25/2019,Sports,Sri Lankan Cricket is likely to make a complete revamp to their support staff after the Sports Minister called for the r...,SLC says Coach's issue will be decided today Sri Lankan Cricket is likely to make a complete revamp to their support staff after the Sports Minister called for the r...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee flat, bond marginally lower",2/22/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee closed flat at 179.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market Thursday around the same levels as a day ...,"Sri Lanka rupee flat, bond marginally lower Sri Lanka's rupee closed flat at 179.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market Thursday around the same levels as a day ...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks slip amid uncertainties; turnover slumps to 7-wk low,6/13/2022,Markets,Economic and political uncertainties weighed on investor sentiment - dealers ,Sri Lanka stocks slip amid uncertainties; turnover slumps to 7-wk low Economic and political uncertainties weighed on investor sentiment - dealers ,negative,-1 """Don't stick political labels on me "" - Cardinal",7/31/2019,Politics,Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith is vehemently denying he is supporting a particular political formation or is a member of a pol...,"""Don't stick political labels on me "" - Cardinal Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith is vehemently denying he is supporting a particular political formation or is a member of a pol...",negative,-1 Crisis-hit Sri Lanka PM wants 19th amendment restored as short term fix,4/19/2022,Politics,"“With the blessings of the president, we must walk towards broader constitutional reform in the future,” he said.","Crisis-hit Sri Lanka PM wants 19th amendment restored as short term fix “With the blessings of the president, we must walk towards broader constitutional reform in the future,” he said.",positive,1 "Sri Lanka confident of debt restructure, will no longer borrow for wasteful infrastructure",5/3/2023,Economy,The minister added that the Chinese-built Colombo Port City itself was an investment.,"Sri Lanka confident of debt restructure, will no longer borrow for wasteful infrastructure The minister added that the Chinese-built Colombo Port City itself was an investment.",positive,1 Sri Lanka central bank extends debt moratorium for tourism till March 2021,8/29/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's banks have been directed by the central bank to extend a Covid-19 debt moratorium for six months from Octobe...,Sri Lanka central bank extends debt moratorium for tourism till March 2021 Sri Lanka's banks have been directed by the central bank to extend a Covid-19 debt moratorium for six months from Octobe...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka urges Western Province over 60s to vaccinate as Covid patient dies every 12 minutes,8/11/2021,Health,Un-vaccinated persons are asked to call 1906,Sri Lanka urges Western Province over 60s to vaccinate as Covid patient dies every 12 minutes Un-vaccinated persons are asked to call 1906,negative,-1 Global $100 mln cybercrime gang busted,5/17/2019,International news,"The Hague, Netherlands | AFP | US and European police said Thursday they have smashed a huge international cybercrime ne...","Global $100 mln cybercrime gang busted The Hague, Netherlands | AFP | US and European police said Thursday they have smashed a huge international cybercrime ne...",negative,-1 The Hope That President Rajapaksa Will Deliver,2/25/2020,Opinion,"Despite the president’s statesmanlike words, the government is continuing to fall short in its efforts to realize the ...","The Hope That President Rajapaksa Will Deliver Despite the president’s statesmanlike words, the government is continuing to fall short in its efforts to realize the ...",negative,-1 "Leasing ""white elephant"" Hambantota Port helped ease debt burden: Ranil",7/30/2020,Politics,"By leasing the “white elephant” Hambantota Port to China, the Yahapalana Government was able to free the people of S...","Leasing ""white elephant"" Hambantota Port helped ease debt burden: Ranil By leasing the “white elephant” Hambantota Port to China, the Yahapalana Government was able to free the people of S...",positive,1 Sri Lanka opposition MP sees racist agenda behind pro-China demonstration,12/10/2022,International Relations,The MP told EconomyNext that the protestors were peddling a familiar narrative of racism.,Sri Lanka opposition MP sees racist agenda behind pro-China demonstration The MP told EconomyNext that the protestors were peddling a familiar narrative of racism.,negative,-1 Three million tourist arrivals expected in 2019 - Tourism Minister,3/28/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka expects three million tourist arrivals by the end of this year, generating a revenue of USD 5 billion in total...","Three million tourist arrivals expected in 2019 - Tourism Minister Sri Lanka expects three million tourist arrivals by the end of this year, generating a revenue of USD 5 billion in total...",positive,1 Sri Lanka gets tourism investments despite Coronavirus pandemic,8/10/2021,Business,64 proposals now being reviewed with 38 approved,Sri Lanka gets tourism investments despite Coronavirus pandemic 64 proposals now being reviewed with 38 approved,positive,1 Sri Lanka president gazettes new detention centre for suspects held under PTA,6/8/2021,Defence,"The Counter Terrorism Investigation Unit premises in Kirulapone, Colombo 05, will be used as the new detention centre","Sri Lanka president gazettes new detention centre for suspects held under PTA The Counter Terrorism Investigation Unit premises in Kirulapone, Colombo 05, will be used as the new detention centre",negative,-1 Sri Lanka Navy helps seize huge haul of drugs,12/6/2020,Crime,Law enforcement agencies assisted by the Sri Lanka Navy have seized a massive haul of drugs worth hundreds of millions o...,Sri Lanka Navy helps seize huge haul of drugs Law enforcement agencies assisted by the Sri Lanka Navy have seized a massive haul of drugs worth hundreds of millions o...,positive,1 "Sri Lanka bills yields slightly down, bonds steady",12/6/2022,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.18 rupees against the US dollar unchanged.,"Sri Lanka bills yields slightly down, bonds steady Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.18 rupees against the US dollar unchanged.",negative,-1 Ranjan arrested again,1/14/2020,Law and Order,"Actor-politico Ranjan Ramanayake has been arrested by Police for alleged contempt of court, Police Spokesman Superintend...","Ranjan arrested again Actor-politico Ranjan Ramanayake has been arrested by Police for alleged contempt of court, Police Spokesman Superintend...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka willing to sign revised MCC deal addressing concerns: Minister,2/28/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had decided not to sign an agreement with the America's Millennium Challenge Corporatio...,Sri Lanka willing to sign revised MCC deal addressing concerns: Minister Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had decided not to sign an agreement with the America's Millennium Challenge Corporatio...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer at 197.50/198.50 against one week dollar,3/19/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee opened stronger at 197.50/198.50 to the one week US dollar on Friday after a forex surrender requireme...,Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer at 197.50/198.50 against one week dollar Sri Lanka's rupee opened stronger at 197.50/198.50 to the one week US dollar on Friday after a forex surrender requireme...,negative,-1 Dilshan Wirasekara appointed Sri Lanka's Stock Exchange chairman,5/20/2022,Markets,.,Dilshan Wirasekara appointed Sri Lanka's Stock Exchange chairman .,positive,1 Sri Lanka expects US$200mn Bangladesh swap in tranches from this week,8/19/2021,Economy,Money to come in three tranches,Sri Lanka expects US$200mn Bangladesh swap in tranches from this week Money to come in three tranches,negative,-1 Sri Lanka petroleum utility battles unions over anti-privatization protests,3/29/2023,Economy,Union leaders sent on compulsory leave CPC says,Sri Lanka petroleum utility battles unions over anti-privatization protests Union leaders sent on compulsory leave CPC says,negative,-1 Sri Lanka state-run trading firm to buy paddy at Rs50-Rs44 a kilo,1/5/2021,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's state-run Paddy Marketing Board will buy rough rice harvested in the current Maha cultivation season at pric...,Sri Lanka state-run trading firm to buy paddy at Rs50-Rs44 a kilo Sri Lanka's state-run Paddy Marketing Board will buy rough rice harvested in the current Maha cultivation season at pric...,negative,-1 Expect thundershowers with severe lightning this evening: Sri Lanka Met Department,4/28/2020,Environment,"Sri Lanka's Department of Meteorology issued a 'red warning' today of impending thunderstorms accompanied by ""severe lig...","Expect thundershowers with severe lightning this evening: Sri Lanka Met Department Sri Lanka's Department of Meteorology issued a 'red warning' today of impending thunderstorms accompanied by ""severe lig...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka focused on national unity: FM at UN Human Rights Council,2/28/2024,International Relations,"How Council approaches crisis in Gaza litmus test to credibility, reiterated importance of avoiding double standards","Sri Lanka focused on national unity: FM at UN Human Rights Council How Council approaches crisis in Gaza litmus test to credibility, reiterated importance of avoiding double standards",positive,1 Sri Lanka's Dananjaya gets one-year bowling ban: ICC,9/20/2019,Culture,Sri Lankan off-spinner Akila Dananjaya was banned from bowling in international matches for a year after his bowling act...,Sri Lanka's Dananjaya gets one-year bowling ban: ICC Sri Lankan off-spinner Akila Dananjaya was banned from bowling in international matches for a year after his bowling act...,negative,-1 Virus spreads to new countries as top official warns world 'not ready',2/26/2020,International news," New coronavirus cases surged outside of China on Tuesday, leaving an Iranian deputy minister among the stricken and tri...","Virus spreads to new countries as top official warns world 'not ready' New coronavirus cases surged outside of China on Tuesday, leaving an Iranian deputy minister among the stricken and tri...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka shares gain over 3-pct in mid-day trade,10/13/2022,Markets,The market has continued to climb from the previous day that saw bargain hunters return ,Sri Lanka shares gain over 3-pct in mid-day trade The market has continued to climb from the previous day that saw bargain hunters return ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka national inflation hits 5.6-pct in October,11/21/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka’s nationwide inflation hit an almost two-year high of 5.6 percent in October 2019, according to central bank...","Sri Lanka national inflation hits 5.6-pct in October Sri Lanka’s nationwide inflation hit an almost two-year high of 5.6 percent in October 2019, according to central bank...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's stocks edge up on a 18 month high on banking and tourism sectors,8/2/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.53 percent or 60.11 points to 11,446.83","Sri Lanka's stocks edge up on a 18 month high on banking and tourism sectors All Share Price Index was up 0.53 percent or 60.11 points to 11,446.83",negative,-1 No foreign transaction tax for educational purposes,4/5/2019,Uncategorized,The government announced that foreign transactions made using credit and debit cards for educational purposes would be e...,No foreign transaction tax for educational purposes The government announced that foreign transactions made using credit and debit cards for educational purposes would be e...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Piramal Glass profits down over upgrade,8/5/2019,Business,"Piramal Glass Plc, a Sri Lanka based publicly traded unit of India's Piramal group said profits in the June 2019 quarter...","Sri Lanka's Piramal Glass profits down over upgrade Piramal Glass Plc, a Sri Lanka based publicly traded unit of India's Piramal group said profits in the June 2019 quarter...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka share hits record as interest rates move slowly,8/24/2021,Markets,"ASPI crossed the 8,700 benchmark setting a new record","Sri Lanka share hits record as interest rates move slowly ASPI crossed the 8,700 benchmark setting a new record",positive,1 China firm wins tender to build Sri Lanka hydropower dam,8/16/2019,Energy,"Chinese firm Gezhouba Group Co. Ltd has won a tender to build the main civil works, which includes a dam, of the Moragol...","China firm wins tender to build Sri Lanka hydropower dam Chinese firm Gezhouba Group Co. Ltd has won a tender to build the main civil works, which includes a dam, of the Moragol...",positive,1 Hiru TV denying show rehearsal defying govt COVID 19 guidelines,4/8/2020,Sri Lanka COVID 19,Hiru TV is denying that it brought more than a hundred staff and artistes to record its Sinhala Avurudu Special show to ...,Hiru TV denying show rehearsal defying govt COVID 19 guidelines Hiru TV is denying that it brought more than a hundred staff and artistes to record its Sinhala Avurudu Special show to ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to spin off CPC refinery to attract capital,3/19/2024,Energy,Plans to modernize refinery and extend its life,Sri Lanka to spin off CPC refinery to attract capital Plans to modernize refinery and extend its life,negative,-1 Sri Lanka expected to reach deal with bondholders by second review: IMF report,12/13/2023,Economy,Negotiations with the China Development Bank was also at an advanced stage,Sri Lanka expected to reach deal with bondholders by second review: IMF report Negotiations with the China Development Bank was also at an advanced stage,positive,1 "India's HCL Technologies looks to hire 1,500 into Sri Lanka unit amid Covid-19",6/17/2020,ICT,"India based HCL Technologies, an information technology (IT) service and engineering group which is entering Sri Lanka a...","India's HCL Technologies looks to hire 1,500 into Sri Lanka unit amid Covid-19 India based HCL Technologies, an information technology (IT) service and engineering group which is entering Sri Lanka a...",negative,-1 "Russia, SL to boost trade to USD 700 mn, strengthen defence & economic ties",1/14/2020,International Relations,"Sri Lanka and Russia will work towards boosting bilateral trade up to USD 700 million, the two countries' foreign affair...","Russia, SL to boost trade to USD 700 mn, strengthen defence & economic ties Sri Lanka and Russia will work towards boosting bilateral trade up to USD 700 million, the two countries' foreign affair...",positive,1 Sri Lanka govt ready to extend estate leases if more investments made,7/22/2019,Agriculture,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government is willing to consider extending leases of plantations to private man...,Sri Lanka govt ready to extend estate leases if more investments made ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government is willing to consider extending leases of plantations to private man...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond markets quiet,11/26/2021,Bonds & Forex,Only handful active ,Sri Lanka bond markets quiet Only handful active ,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee opens steady; stocks flat and bond yields rise,4/9/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee opened steady at 174.65/80 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Tuesday, as...","Sri Lanka rupee opens steady; stocks flat and bond yields rise ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee opened steady at 174.65/80 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Tuesday, as...",negative,-1 New questions over investment policy disclosure of Sri Lanka's EPF,2/17/2020,Legal,Sri Lanka's central bank will not publish a newly devised investment policy on Employees Provident Fund of private secto...,New questions over investment policy disclosure of Sri Lanka's EPF Sri Lanka's central bank will not publish a newly devised investment policy on Employees Provident Fund of private secto...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka blocks social media, arrests economic crisis protestors",4/3/2022,Defence,Social media activists had planned national protests at several locations on Sunday,"Sri Lanka blocks social media, arrests economic crisis protestors Social media activists had planned national protests at several locations on Sunday",negative,-1 Sri Lanka foreign borrowings to repay Rajapaksa era loans: Finance Minister,10/4/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is borrowing abroad mostly to roll-over Rajapaksa era loans which are coming up for maturity, Finance Minister...","Sri Lanka foreign borrowings to repay Rajapaksa era loans: Finance Minister Sri Lanka is borrowing abroad mostly to roll-over Rajapaksa era loans which are coming up for maturity, Finance Minister...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka latest import restrictions should be revisited: Jayasundara,9/24/2021,Economy,"Now the central bank has imposed a 100-pct credit margin on IT products, which is not healthy","Sri Lanka latest import restrictions should be revisited: Jayasundara Now the central bank has imposed a 100-pct credit margin on IT products, which is not healthy",negative,-1 Asia virus latest: cyclone prompts infection fears; Korea football row over sex dolls,5/22/2020,International news,At least 88 people died as the fiercest cyclone to hit parts of Bangladesh and eastern India this century sent trees fly...,Asia virus latest: cyclone prompts infection fears; Korea football row over sex dolls At least 88 people died as the fiercest cyclone to hit parts of Bangladesh and eastern India this century sent trees fly...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka shuts down part of IS cell as Muslims condemn Easter bombs,5/4/2019,Defence,Sri Lanka bolstered security Friday with fears of attacks against bridges in the capital as the prime minister vowed to ...,Sri Lanka shuts down part of IS cell as Muslims condemn Easter bombs Sri Lanka bolstered security Friday with fears of attacks against bridges in the capital as the prime minister vowed to ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka minor (yala) season paddy crop up 25-pct in 2023,12/24/2023,Agriculture,Crop higher despite the similar area being sown amid better fertilizer availability,Sri Lanka minor (yala) season paddy crop up 25-pct in 2023 Crop higher despite the similar area being sown amid better fertilizer availability,negative,-1 US warns China not to 'exploit' virus for sea disputes,4/6/2020,International news,The United States on Monday warned China not to take advantage of the coronavirus pandemic to exert itself in the South ...,US warns China not to 'exploit' virus for sea disputes The United States on Monday warned China not to take advantage of the coronavirus pandemic to exert itself in the South ...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's govt medical officers seek clarification on IHME projections: Minister,5/11/2021,Health,"The GMOA has questioned the basis on which the IHME had arrived at its “speculation”, the minster said.","Sri Lanka's govt medical officers seek clarification on IHME projections: Minister The GMOA has questioned the basis on which the IHME had arrived at its “speculation”, the minster said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka city hotels develop star class food delivery in Coronavirus lockdown,6/1/2020,Business,Star class hotels in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo have developed food delivery businesses during Coronavirus curfews as t...,Sri Lanka city hotels develop star class food delivery in Coronavirus lockdown Star class hotels in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo have developed food delivery businesses during Coronavirus curfews as t...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to seek consultant for China DBFOT elevated expressway,9/14/2021,Economy,"The consultant will be chosen following ""formal procurement methodology"" ","Sri Lanka to seek consultant for China DBFOT elevated expressway The consultant will be chosen following ""formal procurement methodology"" ",negative,-1 ADB starts US$9bn Covid-19 vaccines fund for Asian developing countries,12/11/2020,Health,Manila-based Asian Development Bank said it had started a 9 billion US dollar fund to help member countries buy vaccines...,ADB starts US$9bn Covid-19 vaccines fund for Asian developing countries Manila-based Asian Development Bank said it had started a 9 billion US dollar fund to help member countries buy vaccines...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka market index recover after falling over 6-pct,2/23/2022,Markets,Both indices fall over 6-pct amid worsening economic crisis ,Sri Lanka market index recover after falling over 6-pct Both indices fall over 6-pct amid worsening economic crisis ,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee, bond yields close flat",3/11/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee ends stable at 182.55/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields remained...,"Sri Lanka rupee, bond yields close flat Sri Lanka’s rupee ends stable at 182.55/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields remained...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka readies sustainable consumption, production policy",3/14/2019,Economy,Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena has said the government has prepared a sustainable consumption and production ...,"Sri Lanka readies sustainable consumption, production policy Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena has said the government has prepared a sustainable consumption and production ...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka stocks close at fresh over 5-month peak on bank, hotel shares",9/14/2022,Markets,Market sees over 600 million rupees of net foreign inflow,"Sri Lanka stocks close at fresh over 5-month peak on bank, hotel shares Market sees over 600 million rupees of net foreign inflow",positive,1 Sri Lanka private credit slow in February 2020,5/9/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's private credit picked up to 25 billion rupees in January 2020, from just 0.3 billion rupees in December, whi...","Sri Lanka private credit slow in February 2020 Sri Lanka's private credit picked up to 25 billion rupees in January 2020, from just 0.3 billion rupees in December, whi...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka Treasuries auction yields rise, one year up 51bp",9/29/2021,Bonds & Forex,The 6-month yield rose 72 basis points to 6.99 percent,"Sri Lanka Treasuries auction yields rise, one year up 51bp The 6-month yield rose 72 basis points to 6.99 percent",positive,1 "Sri Lanka seeks to promote science, technology, help innovators find investors",7/12/2019,Business,"ECONOMYNEXT –Sri Lanka’s ministry of science, technology and research will hold an exhibition, “Shil...","Sri Lanka seeks to promote science, technology, help innovators find investors ECONOMYNEXT –Sri Lanka’s ministry of science, technology and research will hold an exhibition, “Shil...",positive,1 "Sri Lanka injects Rs459bn from Feb 2020, spends US$1.3bn in forex reserves",6/26/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank had injected 459 billion rupees in to banking system from late February to avoid selling govern...,"Sri Lanka injects Rs459bn from Feb 2020, spends US$1.3bn in forex reserves Sri Lanka's central bank had injected 459 billion rupees in to banking system from late February to avoid selling govern...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka shares down in mid day trade on holiday sentiments,12/22/2022,Markets,All Share Price Index (ASPI) down by  0.38 percent or 31.62 points,Sri Lanka shares down in mid day trade on holiday sentiments All Share Price Index (ASPI) down by  0.38 percent or 31.62 points,negative,-1 Sri Lanka plantations say state 'arbitrary' wage order will de-stabilize tea sector,5/28/2024,Agriculture,Plantations say cost increase Rs35bn a year from mandated wages,Sri Lanka plantations say state 'arbitrary' wage order will de-stabilize tea sector Plantations say cost increase Rs35bn a year from mandated wages,negative,-1 Sri Lanka at odds with the Human Rights Commission as sessions begin,2/22/2020,International Relations,The 43rd session of the Human Rights Council (HRC) begins on Monday (24 February) in Geneva where Sri Lanka will withdra...,Sri Lanka at odds with the Human Rights Commission as sessions begin The 43rd session of the Human Rights Council (HRC) begins on Monday (24 February) in Geneva where Sri Lanka will withdra...,positive,1 No future for politicians if Sri Lanka fails to carry out reforms: expert,10/10/2023,Economy,"""None of them will have a political future if they don’t fix this issue,"" he said.","No future for politicians if Sri Lanka fails to carry out reforms: expert ""None of them will have a political future if they don’t fix this issue,"" he said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka shares gain in thin trade amid rupee fall,3/22/2022,Uncategorized,Analysts see some investors switching to fixed assets with return on government securities up,Sri Lanka shares gain in thin trade amid rupee fall Analysts see some investors switching to fixed assets with return on government securities up,negative,-1 Sri Lanka targeting USD 2 bn a year in gem export earnings by 2025,8/25/2023,Economy,"500 million in earnings is already projected for 2023, the authority’s chief executive officer Viraj de Silva said.","Sri Lanka targeting USD 2 bn a year in gem export earnings by 2025 500 million in earnings is already projected for 2023, the authority’s chief executive officer Viraj de Silva said.",negative,-1 Sri Lanka bond yields remain unchanged,2/10/2022,Bonds & Forex,The central bank’s indicative spot rate on Thursday was 201.9637 down from 202.0659 on Wednesday (09).,Sri Lanka bond yields remain unchanged The central bank’s indicative spot rate on Thursday was 201.9637 down from 202.0659 on Wednesday (09).,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka's top listed firms 'moderately' transparent, anti-graft disclosure weak: TISL",6/19/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka's top 50 listed companies were moderately transparent in corporate reporting with John Keells Holdings leading...,"Sri Lanka's top listed firms 'moderately' transparent, anti-graft disclosure weak: TISL Sri Lanka's top 50 listed companies were moderately transparent in corporate reporting with John Keells Holdings leading...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka extends Coronavirus exchange controls till Jan 2021 after printing money,7/16/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank has extended exchange controls slapped as large volumes of money printing in March and April 20...,Sri Lanka extends Coronavirus exchange controls till Jan 2021 after printing money Sri Lanka's central bank has extended exchange controls slapped as large volumes of money printing in March and April 20...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka's Kanrich Finance directed to settle liabilities by Feb 2023,12/30/2022,Business,Action was taken due to capital deficiencies in the company ,Sri Lanka's Kanrich Finance directed to settle liabilities by Feb 2023 Action was taken due to capital deficiencies in the company ,negative,-1 UN wants Sri Lanka banks to contribute to agriculture credit line,1/11/2019,Banking,The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) of the United Nations is looking for further funding from ban...,UN wants Sri Lanka banks to contribute to agriculture credit line The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) of the United Nations is looking for further funding from ban...,negative,-1 Third ex domestic aide at Sri Lanka MP's residence alleges sexual assault,8/2/2021,Crime,Statements have been recorded from seven women who had worked at the Bathuideen residence as domestic aides.,Third ex domestic aide at Sri Lanka MP's residence alleges sexual assault Statements have been recorded from seven women who had worked at the Bathuideen residence as domestic aides.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka’s shipping ministry dumps defunct Oluvil port on fisheries ministry,2/21/2019,Logistics,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s ports and shipping ministry has decided to transfer the eastern port of Oluvil, ...","Sri Lanka’s shipping ministry dumps defunct Oluvil port on fisheries ministry ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s ports and shipping ministry has decided to transfer the eastern port of Oluvil, ...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka to sign aviation pact with Netherlands to boost tourism, investment",10/26/2022,Aviation,"""With this agreement, Sri Lanka and the Netherlands will be able to start direct flights.""","Sri Lanka to sign aviation pact with Netherlands to boost tourism, investment ""With this agreement, Sri Lanka and the Netherlands will be able to start direct flights.""",positive,1 "Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker in spot next, gilt yields unchanged",12/21/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 188.00/50 to the US dollar on Monday in the spot-next market while gilt yields rema...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker in spot next, gilt yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 188.00/50 to the US dollar on Monday in the spot-next market while gilt yields rema...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields flat",9/2/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.45/65 against the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields remain unchanged, ...","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields flat Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.45/65 against the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields remain unchanged, ...",negative,-1 World's largest plane makes first test flight,4/14/2019,International news,The world's largest airplane -- a Stratolaunch behemoth with two fuselages and six Boeing 747 engines -- made its first ...,World's largest plane makes first test flight The world's largest airplane -- a Stratolaunch behemoth with two fuselages and six Boeing 747 engines -- made its first ...,positive,1 Sri Lanka caught between rock and a hard place: Pathfinder,10/19/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's will have to make reforms for longer term growth and address immediate challenges in repaying debt as the co...,Sri Lanka caught between rock and a hard place: Pathfinder Sri Lanka's will have to make reforms for longer term growth and address immediate challenges in repaying debt as the co...,positive,1 US stocks dive more than 10-pct on recession worries,3/16/2020,International news,Wall Street stocks plunged more than 10 percent early Monday as panic over the economic hit from the coronavirus outbrea...,US stocks dive more than 10-pct on recession worries Wall Street stocks plunged more than 10 percent early Monday as panic over the economic hit from the coronavirus outbrea...,negative,-1 Pressure grows on Sri Lanka in Geneva over Human Rights issues,2/25/2021,Democracy,Foreign Minister Dinesh Gunawardena rejected the assertions of the High Commissioner warning member states that this int...,Pressure grows on Sri Lanka in Geneva over Human Rights issues Foreign Minister Dinesh Gunawardena rejected the assertions of the High Commissioner warning member states that this int...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka rupee opens at 319.15/30 to the US dollar,1/24/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 319.15/30 to the US dollar on Wednesday late morning trade, while bond yields were low...","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 319.15/30 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 319.15/30 to the US dollar on Wednesday late morning trade, while bond yields were low...",negative,-1 New ID office to be opened in Galle on Friday,9/3/2019,Uncategorized,The Southern Province Office of the Department for Registration of Persons and launching of the one day service for Nati...,New ID office to be opened in Galle on Friday The Southern Province Office of the Department for Registration of Persons and launching of the one day service for Nati...,negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks close 0.28-pct lower,8/26/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.28 percent lower on Monday.,Sri Lanka stocks close 0.28-pct lower ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.28 percent lower on Monday.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka eyes US$500mn equivalent Samurai bond: PM,8/2/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka is planning to raise at least 500 million US dollar equivalent from a yen denominated bond, Prime Minister Ran...","Sri Lanka eyes US$500mn equivalent Samurai bond: PM Sri Lanka is planning to raise at least 500 million US dollar equivalent from a yen denominated bond, Prime Minister Ran...",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka forex reserves drop to US$6,652mn in September 2020",10/12/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's gross official reserves had dropped to 6,652.8 million US dollars by the end of September 2020, from 7,430 m...","Sri Lanka forex reserves drop to US$6,652mn in September 2020 Sri Lanka's gross official reserves had dropped to 6,652.8 million US dollars by the end of September 2020, from 7,430 m...",negative,-1 "India banks slash packing credit for Sri Lanka shipments, cuts risk limits",1/9/2022,Economy,Banks getting selective,"India banks slash packing credit for Sri Lanka shipments, cuts risk limits Banks getting selective",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka appoints new cabinet, Mahinda Finance",11/22/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka has appointed a new cabinet with Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa also keeping the finance portfolio.,"Sri Lanka appoints new cabinet, Mahinda Finance Sri Lanka has appointed a new cabinet with Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa also keeping the finance portfolio.",positive,1 Sri Lanka stocks reverse four-day rout,2/27/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.43 percent up on Thursday, ending a four-day retreat on the back of the local unit of Nestle...","Sri Lanka stocks reverse four-day rout Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.43 percent up on Thursday, ending a four-day retreat on the back of the local unit of Nestle...",negative,-1 "Curfew lifted in Chillaw, social media temporarily blocked",5/13/2019,Uncategorized,"The police lifted the curfew imposed to the city limits of Chillaw, Kuliyapitiya, Bingiriya and Dummalasuriya at 4 am to...","Curfew lifted in Chillaw, social media temporarily blocked The police lifted the curfew imposed to the city limits of Chillaw, Kuliyapitiya, Bingiriya and Dummalasuriya at 4 am to...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka stocks edge up after President’s policy statement amid protests ,2/8/2023,Markets,"If protests resurface this will pull down investors momentum towards shares, the analyst said. ","Sri Lanka stocks edge up after President’s policy statement amid protests  If protests resurface this will pull down investors momentum towards shares, the analyst said. ",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's John Keells launches luxury houses at Troon-run golf resort,10/11/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's John Keells Properties said it will build townhouses and luxury villas at Victoria Golf and Country Resort, ...","Sri Lanka's John Keells launches luxury houses at Troon-run golf resort Sri Lanka's John Keells Properties said it will build townhouses and luxury villas at Victoria Golf and Country Resort, ...",positive,1 Sri Lanka state-run CPC to take up supply offers that meet criteria: Minister,6/6/2022,Energy,.,Sri Lanka state-run CPC to take up supply offers that meet criteria: Minister .,positive,1 Sri Lanka President invites Indian firms to privatization,1/18/2024,Investment,Wickremesinghe has invited Indian firms to invest in state enterprises being re-structured,Sri Lanka President invites Indian firms to privatization Wickremesinghe has invited Indian firms to invest in state enterprises being re-structured,positive,1 SriLankan aircraft MRO teams up with UK firm for freighter conversions,5/15/2021,Aviation,The first PTF conversion was on an Airbus A320 belonging to FitsAir.,SriLankan aircraft MRO teams up with UK firm for freighter conversions The first PTF conversion was on an Airbus A320 belonging to FitsAir.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka import controls are temporary: CB Governor,8/28/2022,Economy,These are temporary measures,Sri Lanka import controls are temporary: CB Governor These are temporary measures,negative,-1 Committee that probed Sri Lanka parliament fracas to hand over report next week,6/30/2021,Politics,The incident involved government MPs who had allegedly tried to attack main opposition SJB MP Harin Fernando.,Committee that probed Sri Lanka parliament fracas to hand over report next week The incident involved government MPs who had allegedly tried to attack main opposition SJB MP Harin Fernando.,negative,-1 Sri Lanka to start Sputnik V rollout tomorrow: Minister,5/5/2021,Health,Fifteen thousand doses of the jab arrived in the island on May 04 for a trial rollout.,Sri Lanka to start Sputnik V rollout tomorrow: Minister Fifteen thousand doses of the jab arrived in the island on May 04 for a trial rollout.,positive,1 Sri Lanka to lift COVID-19 lockdown on Oct 01 subject to conditions,9/29/2021,Health,"Critics, however, have argued that Sri Lanka’s lockdown is not as stringent as it should be.","Sri Lanka to lift COVID-19 lockdown on Oct 01 subject to conditions Critics, however, have argued that Sri Lanka’s lockdown is not as stringent as it should be.",negative,-1 "Sri Lanka seeking investor for East Terminal, expert committee report awaited: Ports Minister",1/6/2021,Logistics,Sri Lanka is seeking an investor to complete the East Container Terminal of the Colombo Port and a report from a technic...,"Sri Lanka seeking investor for East Terminal, expert committee report awaited: Ports Minister Sri Lanka is seeking an investor to complete the East Container Terminal of the Colombo Port and a report from a technic...",negative,-1 Sri Lanka canteens to cut milk tea price after rupee appreciation,3/29/2023,Consumer Affairs,From next week the maximum price of a cup of milk tea will be 90 rupees,Sri Lanka canteens to cut milk tea price after rupee appreciation From next week the maximum price of a cup of milk tea will be 90 rupees,negative,-1 Sri Lanka government withdraws motion to expand vote-on-account,2/20/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's government had withdrawn a motion to increase spending and the borrowing limit under by an amendment to a fo...,Sri Lanka government withdraws motion to expand vote-on-account Sri Lanka's government had withdrawn a motion to increase spending and the borrowing limit under by an amendment to a fo...,negative,-1 "Sri Lanka private credit contracts in March, partly driven by rupee gain",5/15/2023,Banking,Credit to government continues to grow,"Sri Lanka private credit contracts in March, partly driven by rupee gain Credit to government continues to grow",positive,1 "Sri Lanka imports surge in March 2021 despite controls as credit, exports recover",5/19/2021,Economy,Analysts had warned that imports will rise as credit picked up and import controls were a Mercantilist policy error,"Sri Lanka imports surge in March 2021 despite controls as credit, exports recover Analysts had warned that imports will rise as credit picked up and import controls were a Mercantilist policy error",negative,-1 Sri Lanka's national inflation gallops to 21.5-pct in March,4/22/2022,Economy,Food prices rose 29.5 percent in the past 12 months,Sri Lanka's national inflation gallops to 21.5-pct in March Food prices rose 29.5 percent in the past 12 months,negative,-1 Sri Lanka Central Bank Governor Indrajit Coomaraswamy honoured as 'Deshamanya',8/21/2019,Culture,Sri Lanka President Maithripala Sirisena conferred the “Deshamanya” title on Central Bank Governor Indrajit ...,Sri Lanka Central Bank Governor Indrajit Coomaraswamy honoured as 'Deshamanya' Sri Lanka President Maithripala Sirisena conferred the “Deshamanya” title on Central Bank Governor Indrajit ...,positive,1 Sri Lankan factories using sugar in tea face prosecution,7/19/2019,Agriculture,"Factories using sugar in the process of making Sri Lanka’s main agricultural export, Ceylon tea, will face prosec...","Sri Lankan factories using sugar in tea face prosecution Factories using sugar in the process of making Sri Lanka’s main agricultural export, Ceylon tea, will face prosec...",negative,-1