Sri Lanka’s total exports, including both merchandise and services, reached US$ 1,401.78 million in February 2026, reflecting a notable year-on-year growth of 4.22% compared to February 2025.
According to provisional data from Sri Lanka Customs, along with estimated figures for Gems & Jewellery and Petroleum Products, merchandise exports for February 2026 increased by 1.32% to US$ 1,066.88 million.
Meanwhile, services exports demonstrated strong momentum, with earnings estimated at US$ 334.9 million, marking a significant 14.68% increase over the corresponding month in 2025. This robust performance underscores the growing contribution of the services sector to the country’s export portfolio.
On a cumulative basis, total exports for the period January to February 2026 are estimated at US$ 2,896.31 million, recording a notable growth of 7.56% compared to the same period in 2025.
The continued expansion in export earnings highlights the resilience of Sri Lanka’s external sector, supported by steady merchandise performance and accelerated growth in services exports.
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