📈 Colombo Inflation Surges to 6.8% in June 2026

Overall headline inflation in Colombo accelerated notably during the month, driven largely by a sharp turnaround in food prices alongside steady upward pressure in non-food categories. • Overall Figures: The Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI) recorded a Year-on-Year (Y-o-Y) inflation rate of 6.8% in June 2026, marking an increase from the 5.5% reported in May 2026, according to official data from the Department of Census and Statistics. • Food Sector: Y-o-Y inflation in the Food Group saw a significant jump, rising to 3.6% in June 2026 after sitting at a low 0.9% in May 2026. This sharp increase highlights shifting domestic supply and price dynamics for essential consumer goods. • Non-Food Sector: The Non-Food Group also experienced an upward trajectory, with Y-o-Y inflation increasing to 8.4% in June 2026, compared to 7.8% in the previous month. This continuous rise reflects broader macroeconomic pressures impacting service and utility costs across the capital.