Sri Lanka’s customs authority has exceeded its monthly revenue collection target for the sixth consecutive month, with June figures confirming the sustained momentum in fiscal inflows.
The consistent outperformance underscores the effectiveness of recent trade policy adjustments and the broader stabilization of the island’s external accounts.
Export momentum has accelerated in recent months, with goods and services exports expanding by more than 18 percent in May 2026 to reach USD 1.
This development follows a robust start to the year, with the export sector generating more than USD 7.3 billion in earnings during the first five months of 2026, according to provisional data from Sri Lanka Customs.
The cumulative total marks a significant recovery for the economy, which has been working to rebuild foreign exchange reserves after years of financial stress.
Export momentum has accelerated in recent months, with goods and services exports expanding by more than 18 percent in May 2026 to reach USD 1.57 billion, per data from the Export Development Board.
This growth rate signals a strengthening external sector, driven by resilient demand for key commodities and services.