Sri Lanka’s total exports, including both merchandise and services, reached US$ 1,380.93 million in April 2026, recording a year-on-year growth of 6% compared to April 2025.
According to provisional data released by Sri Lanka Customs, together with estimated figures for Gems & Jewellery and Petroleum Products, merchandise exports for April 2026 increased by 9.87% to US$ 1,063.77 million.
Meanwhile, earnings from services exports were estimated at US$ 317.16 million during the month, highlighting the growing contribution of the services sector to the country’s overall export performance. On a cumulative basis, total exports for the January to April 2026 period are estimated at US$ 5,784.38 million, reflecting a growth of 4.3% compared to the corresponding period in 2025.
The positive performance recorded during the first four months of the year demonstrates the resilience of Sri Lanka’s external sector amid ongoing global economic challenges. Stable merchandise trade performance, combined with the expanding contribution from services exports, indicates a steady recovery trajectory for the Sri Lankan economy in 2026.
Commenting on the April 2026 export performance, Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Mangala Wijesinghe stated, “Sri Lanka’s export sector continued to demonstrate resilience in April 2026, with total exports reaching US$ 1,380.93 million, recording a year-on-year growth of 6% compared to April 2025. Merchandise exports recorded a notable increase of 9.87%, while services exports continued to make a significant contribution to overall export earnings, reflecting the growing importance of the services sector within the country’s export portfolio.”
He further noted that cumulative export earnings of US$ 5,784.38 million during the first four months of 2026 reflect the stability and strength of Sri Lanka’s export sector despite challenging global market conditions. Continued export promotion initiatives, market diversification efforts, and strategic measures implemented under the National Export Development Plan are expected to further strengthen export growth momentum and support the country’s export targets for 2026.
HNB Finance Delivers Strong FY 2025/26 Performance, Doubling Profit After Tax
HNB Finance PLC Reports Exceptional FY 2025/26 Performance with Profit After Tax More Than Doubling
HNB Finance PLC continued its strong growth trajectory in FY 2025/26, recording a Profit After Tax of Rs. 1.68 billion, reflecting a 120% year-on-year increase and underscoring sustained improvements in profitability, disciplined execution, and an expanding customer base.
Profit Before Tax rose to Rs. 3.9 billion, compared to Rs. 2.2 billion in the previous financial year, driven by strong performance across key business segments. The company’s total assets grew by 61% to Rs. 94.4 billion, while net assets increased by 22% to Rs. 9.3 billion, highlighting continued balance sheet expansion and financial stability.
The lending portfolio recorded significant growth of 70% to Rs. 76.3 billion, supported by stronger market demand and deeper customer engagement. Within key product lines, the leasing portfolio expanded by 98% to Rs. 51 billion, while the gold loan portfolio increased by 80% to Rs. 16 billion, reflecting the company’s diversified and accessible financial solutions tailored to customer needs.
Profitability ratios also improved during the year, with Return on Assets rising to 2.2% from 1.37% and Return on Equity strengthening to 19.96% from 11.54%, driven by enhanced earnings performance and portfolio expansion.
Commenting on the results, HNB Finance PLC Chairman Rajive Dissanayake stated that FY 2025/26 marked a significant milestone for the company, with strong growth across profitability, assets, and lending. He noted that the performance reflects the effectiveness of the company’s strategic direction, operational discipline, and the trust placed by customers and stakeholders, while reaffirming a continued focus on responsible growth, governance, and value creation.
HNB Finance PLC Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Chaminda Prabhath added that the results demonstrate clear progress across core business lines, particularly leasing, gold loans, and lending. He emphasized the company’s commitment to responsible expansion, improved customer experience, and strong operational discipline, with a focus on sustainable long-term growth and stakeholder value creation.
Sri Lanka’s Exports Surpass US$ 5.7 Billion in First Four Months of 2026
