Colombo’s inflation rises to 8.3% in October
Executive Intelligence Dispatch
Colombo's inflation rate surged to 8.3% in October 2026, up from 8.0% in September, driven by rising food prices.
Key Facts & Findings
- —Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI) rate
- —Food inflation rate
- —Non-food inflation rate
“The overall rate of inflation, as measured by the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI) on a year-on-year basis, increased to 8.3% in October 2026”
The increase in inflation rate may pose challenges for the Sri Lankan economy, particularly for low-income households.
The Department of Census and Statistics will continue to monitor inflation trends and provide updates on the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI) in the coming months.
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