CCC launches ‘Economic + Sector Review and Outlook Report 2018’

The ‘Economic + Sector Review and Outlook Report 2018’, produced by the Economic Intelligence Unit of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, highlights the outlook of key macroeconomic indicators, trends and policies affecting the business environment and high-level views on the performance of the key economic sectors.

The three-part report titled ‘Building on Stability’ looks at the key trends and risks impacting the global economy as well as its implications to the local market in 2018.

Furthermore, the report provides the outlook for the key economies Sri Lanka engages in trade with, as well as the implications of higher oil prices and flavour of consumption.

The publication includes a special section, which provides strategic insights on the performance and trends likely to impact the key sectors of the economy. This sectoral review covers some of the main industries in the country including apparel, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), tourism, pharmaceutical, tea, consumer durables, construction and rubber.

Commenting on the report, Ceylon Chamber of Commerce Chief Economist Shiran Fernando stated, “We are excited to launch this publication, which we hope will help businesses in their planning and strategic decision-making while identifying the opportunities within the reform process.” The report will be launched today at the Ceylon Chamber’s annual Economic Outlook Seminar. The publication will be offered at a special discount price of Rs.6,500 for the participants of the event.