The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has flagged growing systemic risks in the nation’s financial system, according to its latest Systemic Risk Survey (SRS) for the first half of 2025.

The survey’s findings reflect heightened vulnerabilities in sectors such as banking liquidity and non-performing loans (NPLs), exposure to volatile capital markets, and microfinance and leasing sector stability.

The survey, which captures sentiment from banks, insurers, brokerages, and other key financial institutions, serves as a critical barometer for stability amid ongoing economic recovery efforts.