External sector stays resilient in April despite import surge

CURRENT ACCOUNT SURPLUS HOLDS FOR FOURTH MONTH

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Sri Lanka's external sector showed steady footing in April 2025, holding its ground amid mounting import pressure, as the country posted a current account surplus for the fourth consecutive month, thanks to strong inflows from tourism and worker remittances.

Data from the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) showed that the uptick in services exports and secondary income kept the current account in positive territory despite a widening merchandise trade gap.

According to official data, imports jumped 17.5 percent year-on-year, largely driven by a notable US$134 million in motor vehicle imports.