Sri Lanka’s apparel & textile exports record strongest growth in May

Sri Lanka’s apparel and textile exports rose 7.96 per cent year on year to $394.14 million in May 2026, marking the sector’s strongest monthly performance this year.
Growth was driven by a 15.36 per cent rise in exports to the US and higher shipments to non-traditional markets.
However, January-May exports were still down 4.68 per cent, with the industry awaiting a key US tariff decision.