Economic Growth and Exports

Sri Lanka's export sector is experiencing significant growth with merchandise and services exports both increasing. Total exports for the first half of 2026 exceeded $9 billion, marking an 8% year-over-year increase.

Ah yes, coconuts are up 15% so we're collectively pretending the rupee hasn't been doing backflips in a washing machine—nothing says "economic recovery" like celebrating that we exported slightly more stuff while everything costs 40% more at the supermarket. 💀