CBSL rates: Rupee remains steady against USD
The Sri Lankan Rupee has changed slightly against the US Dollar today (05), compared to Monday.
According to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, the buying rate of the US Dollar has increased from Rs. 315.70 to Rs. 316.04, while the selling rate has decreased from Rs. 323.88 to Rs. 323.74.
The Sri Lankan Rupee has appreciated against a basket of foreign currencies, including Gulf currencies.

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