CBSL rates: Rupee depreciates slightly against USD

April 16, 2026 at 1:31 PM

The Sri Lankan Rupee has depreciated slightly against the US Dollar today (16), compared to Wednesday. 

According to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, the buying rate of the US Dollar has increased from Rs. 311.78 to Rs. 311.81, while the selling rate has also increased from Rs. 319.26 to Rs. 319.27.

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