CBSL rates : Rupee depreciates further against the US Dollar

January 8, 2026 at 12:49 PM

The Sri Lankan Rupee has depreciated slightly against the US Dollar today (08 Jan), compared to Wednesday.

According to official Central Bank data, the buying rate of the US Dollar has increased from Rs. 306.28 to Rs. 306.32, while the selling rate has increased from Rs. 313.81 to Rs. 313.84.   

However, the Sri Lankan Rupee has appreciated against a basket of foreign currencies, while it has depreciated against Gulf currencies. (Newswire)