FX.co ★ Sri Lanka Manufacturing PMI Hits 4-Year High

In March 2025, Sri Lanka's Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) made a significant leap to 63.9, marking its highest point in four years, up from 56.8 in February. This surge highlights a meaningful advancement in manufacturing activities, chiefly fueled by robust seasonal demand. The growth momentum was led by New Orders, which rose to 71.2 from 60.5 in the previous month, and Production, which climbed to 70.2 from 53.0, particularly within the sectors of food and beverages, as well as textiles and apparel manufacturing. Conversely, while Stocks of Purchases accelerated to 62.0 from 55.0, the Employment index saw a deceleration, slipping to 51.9 from 57.