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Dollar holding steady against rupee at Rs. 333 selling rate

The Sri Lankan rupee has weakened marginally against the US dollar, with the Central Bank of Sri Lanka maintaining its selling rate at Rs. 333. The currency movement reflects ongoing volatility in the forex market.

LSN Sri Lanka · 14 September 2026

Dollar holding steady against rupee at Rs. 333 selling rate

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka has kept the US dollar selling rate unchanged at Rs. 333 on Wednesday, continuing the relatively stable trajectory observed in recent trading sessions.

While the rupee has depreciated slightly compared to levels recorded last Friday, the currency has avoided sharper declines, suggesting some stability in the forex market amid broader economic pressures.

The holding of the dollar's selling rate comes as Sri Lanka continues to navigate currency management challenges. Regular monitoring of exchange rates remains crucial for importers, exporters, and businesses engaged in cross-border transactions.

Market participants are closely watching the central bank's interventions and the rupee's performance against major global currencies. The steady rate provides some predictability for businesses planning foreign exchange transactions in the coming days.