Foreign holdings in Govt. securities hits Rs. 131 b, highest since 2023

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Foreign investment in Government securities has risen to its highest level in nearly two years, with overseas investors continuing to increase their exposure to rupee-denominated Bonds, according to latest Central Bank of Sri Lanka data.

Foreign holdings in Treasury Bills and Bonds reached Rs. 130.96 billion as of 23 October, marking the highest level since 16 November 2023.

During the week ending 23 October, foreign investors purchased a net Rs. 606 million in Government securities.

Since 26 December 2024, cumulative inflows into Government Bills and Bonds amounted to Rs. 61.7 billion.