Sri Lanka’s total exports reached a historic high of $14,433.82 million during the first ten months of 2025, marking the first time the country’s export earnings have surpassed the $14 billion mark within the January–October period, according to Sri Lanka Customs and the Export Development Board (EDB).
The country’s export sector maintained strong growth, recording a 6.0% growth during this period. Notably, the EDB announced that 80% of the annual export target of $ 18 billion has already been realized.
A key highlight was the performance of coconut-based products, which exceeded the $1 billion mark for the first time.
EDB Chairman Mangala Wijesinghe attributed the growth to the continued recovery of key Western markets and the steady production capacity maintained by local industries.
In October 2025 alone, total exports (merchandise and services) reached $1,474.38 million.