Sri Lanka GDP Growth Rate — 2026 Data, Trend & Forecast
Sri Lanka's GDP growth rate was 4.95% in December 2025, down from 4.99% the previous year. A year earlier it stood at 4.99%.
Sri Lanka's GDP growth rate stands at 4.95% as of December 2025. Over the latest readings, the GDP growth rate has moved within a band of -7.35% to 8.67%. The most recent figure of 4.95% is down from 4.99% a year earlier, and is 0.04% lower than a year ago.
The trend
Among the 214 economies tracked on this platform, Sri Lanka ranks #55 on GDP growth rate by latest value. It fell from 4.99% in the previous year, and compares with a year-earlier 4.99%.
What's driving it
Growth reflects household spending, investment, government outlays and net exports, and is sensitive to interest rates, global demand and confidence.
Recent readings
| Period | GDP growth rate |
|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | 4.95% |
| Dec 2024 | 4.99% |
| Dec 2023 | -2.03% |
| Dec 2022 | -7.35% |
| Dec 2021 | 4.21% |
| Dec 2020 | -4.62% |
| Dec 2019 | -0.22% |
| Dec 2018 | 2.31% |
Data: The World Bank — World Development Indicators (CC BY 4.0) Figures carry an effective date; confirm with the source before relying on them.
Frequently asked questions
What Is the GDP Growth Rate of Sri Lanka in 2026?
Sri Lanka's GDP growth rate was 4.95% in December 2025, down from 4.99% the previous year. A year earlier it stood at 4.99%.
Is the GDP growth rate rising or falling in Sri Lanka?
It fell in the latest reading — 4.95% in December 2025 versus 4.99% a year earlier. Year on year it is lower.
What is GDP growth rate?
It measures how fast the economy is expanding, measured as the annual change in gross domestic product.