Meanwhile, inflation in Sri Lanka has shown an upward trend. According to the National Consumer Price Index (NCPI), headline inflation rose to 4.7% in April 2026, up from 2.4% recorded in March. Data from the Department of Census and Statistics also indicate that food inflation increased from 0.7% in March to 1.1% in April.
The latest figures suggest a gradual acceleration in price pressures, particularly in the food sector, alongside improved government revenue performance.
