Monthly Economic Indicators - August 2025
Inflation & Cost of Living
Published · Source: CBSL Monthly Economic Indicators ↗
TL;DR
- What changed
- GDP reached Rs. 2,883,559 million with a growth rate of 4.9% in August 2025.
- Who it affects
- This affects businesses and investors across various sectors in Sri Lanka.
- What to do
- Consider strategic adjustments based on the economic growth trends.
Key numbers
| Indicator | Value | Change | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| GDP at constant prices | Rs. 2,883,559 million ↑ | +4.9% · previous quarter | Q2 2025 |
| GDP growth rate | 4.9% ↑ | +0.8 pp · previous quarter | Q2 2025 |
| Total revenue and grants (Jan - July 2025) | Rs. 2,734,858 million ↑ | +26.5% · previous year | Jan - July 2024 |
| Electricity generation | 1,583 GWh ↑ | +8.3% · previous year | July 2024 |
| Exports in July | US$ 1,302 million ↑ | +15.2% · previous year | July 2024 |
What it means for you
- Export earnings affect the rupee — watch the exchange rate if you buy imported goods. — Currency Converter
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Source: CBSL Monthly Economic Indicators ↗