Category: CBSL External Sector
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Sri Lanka’s External Sector Stages Turnaround in August 2026 with Current Account Surplus
Colombo, Sri Lanka – 30 September 2026 – The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has announced a significant positive shift in the nation’s external sector, with the external current account recording a surplus of US$ 133 million in August 2026. This pivotal development marks an end to four consecutive months of deficits, offering a…
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Sri Lanka’s External Sector Faces Headwinds in July 2026: Trade Deficit Widens, Current Account in Deficit
Colombo, Sri Lanka – 31 August 2026 – Sri Lanka’s external sector exhibited mixed signals in July 2026, with a widening merchandise trade deficit and a continued current account deficit, largely influenced by global developments, particularly those in the Middle East. The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) released its latest External Sector Performance report…