Business & Economy

Imports & Exports 5 min read

FTA Exports to India & Pakistan: Sri Lanka's 7.8% Share in December 2025

Sri Lanka's exports under our Free Trade Agreements with India and Pakistan hit a solid 7.8% share of total exports in December 2025, powering regional trade despite a performance dip amid global head

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Imports & Exports 5 min read

Rubber Exports from Sri Lanka: Trends, Markets, and How to Get Started

Sri Lanka's rubber industry has long been a backbone of our economy, turning lush plantations in regions like Kalutara and Matara into global trade powerhouses. Whether you're a smallholder farmer eye

Mar 12, 2026 270

Imports & Exports 7 min read

Sri Lanka's US$15.5B Exports Jan-Nov 2025: Sector-Wise Performance Review

Sri Lanka's export sector has demonstrated remarkable resilience and growth momentum in 2025, with total exports reaching US$15.5 billion during the January to November period[1]. This comprehensive p

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Imports & Exports 5 min read

Sri Lanka Seafood Exports 2025: 3% Growth in Frozen Fish – Market Insights

Imagine the salty breeze of Negombo's coastline carrying the promise of fresh opportunities for our fishermen and exporters. In 2025, Sri Lanka's seafood exports showed steady growth, particularly in

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Imports & Exports 5 min read

2026 Export Forecast for Sri Lanka: Building on 17.2B Success

Sri Lanka's export sector roared back in 2025, smashing through US$17.2 billion in total earnings and setting the stage for even bigger wins in 2026.Sri Lanka export forecast points to a bold US$20 bi

Mar 12, 2026 272

Imports & Exports 5 min read

Logistics & Transport Services Exports: Sri Lanka's 3.22% Gain in 2025

Sri Lanka's logistics and transport services exports surged by an impressive 3.22% in 2025, powering the nation's service sector amid global trade recovery. This growth highlights our island's strateg

Mar 12, 2026 170

Imports & Exports 5 min read

Sri Lanka-EU Trade: GSP+ Benefits for Exports in 2025-2026

Imagine shipping your tea, apparel, or spices to Europe without hefty tariffs eating into your profits—that's the power of Sri Lanka's GSP+ status with the EU. As we look ahead to 2025-2026, this sche

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Imports & Exports 9 min read

Comparing Sri Lanka Exports to Competitors: Apparel vs Bangladesh, Vietnam 2025

Sri Lanka's apparel export sector is facing a critical crossroads. While the industry celebrated a 4.93% year-on-year growth in 2025, reaching 5.3 billion US dollars, the real story lies beneath these

Mar 12, 2026 219

Corporate 5 min read

IMF Debt Targets for Sri Lanka: How Corporations Can Navigate 95% GDP Reduction by 2032

Sri Lanka's path to economic recovery hinges on meeting tough IMF debt targets, including slashing public debt to 95% of GDP by 2032. For corporations, this means rethinking debt strategies amid tight

Mar 11, 2026 188

Corporate 5 min read

KPMG Budget 2026 Insights: Key Impacts on Sri Lankan Corporate Reserves

As corporate leaders in Sri Lanka navigate the uncertainties of 2026, KPMG's sharp analysis of the Budget reveals critical shifts that could reshape how we manage our reserves. With foreign reserves h

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Corporate 7 min read

Agriculture-to-Corporate Supply Chains: Leveraging 3.6% Sector Growth in 2026

Sri Lanka's agricultural sector is experiencing a pivotal moment in 2026. With steady growth momentum and an increasingly modernised supply chain, businesses and entrepreneurs across the island have u

Mar 11, 2026 189

Government Policy 6 min read

Phase II National Financial Inclusion Strategy 2026: Opportunities for Sri Lankan Entrepreneurs

Imagine turning your small tea stall in Kandy or your home-based garment business in Colombo into a thriving enterprise with access to affordable loans, digital payments, and green financing—all thank

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