Sri Lanka Rupee hits new record low of 161 against US Dollar

(UTV|COLOMBO) – The value of Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR) dropped to a new low of 161 against the United States Dollar (USD) on Monday (18).

The Rupee opened at around 159.40/90 but by mid-day was quoted around 161.00/05 to the US Dollars in the Stock Market.

It crossed the 160 to the US Dollar range last week but rebound later in the week.

On the Stock Market the Colombo All Share Index was down 16.51 points (0.26 Percent) to 6,359 points by mid-day.

[alert color=”faebcc” icon=”fa-commenting”]Keeping up to date with breaking news while you are on the move is now simple with UTV Alerts [textmarker color=”8a6d3b”]Type REG UTV and send to 77000[/textmarker] on your Dialog or Hutch mobile connection[/alert]

 

Related posts

Seawater desalination plant stops after Israel prevented entry of desalination supplies [VIDEO]

Schools in Mulatiyana, Hambantota closed tomorrow

Ranil says he continues to be the Premier under Sajith