📈 Strong Start to 2026: Worker Remittances Surpass US$ 1.4 Bn

Sri Lanka's worker remittances maintained a robust upward trajectory in the first two months of 2026, providing a significant boost to the country's foreign exchange liquidity and external sector stability. • Overall Performance: Total remittances for January–February 2026 reached US$ 1.48 Bn, marking a substantial 32% increase compared to the same period in 2025. • Monthly Breakdown: • February 2026 inflows stood at US$ 729 Mn, a sharp 33% YoY growth from the US$ 548.1 Mn recorded in February 2025. • Sequentially, February saw a slight decline of 2.9% from the US$ 751.1 Mn received in January 2026. • Economic Impact: The consistent growth in inflows highlights the resilience of the migrant labor sector, which remains a primary source of foreign currency for Sri Lanka, essential for managing trade balances and supporting domestic consumption. _Source: Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) provisional data._