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IMF warns Sri Lanka's growth to ease as global risks mount
The International Monetary Fund forecasts Sri Lanka's economic recovery will continue over the coming two years, though expansion is expected to lose momentum due to escalating uncertainties in the global economy.
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Sri Lanka's economic recovery trajectory remains positive in the near term, but growth rates are anticipated to moderate as headwinds from the international environment intensify, according to the IMF's latest World Economic Outlook released this week.
The multilateral lender's projections, contained in its 2026 outlook report titled "Resilience Under Strain, Urgent Choices," suggest the island nation will maintain its recovery momentum over the next 24 months despite external pressures. However, the moderating growth outlook reflects mounting concerns about global economic stability and potential spillover effects on emerging market economies like Sri Lanka.
The IMF's assessment comes as Sri Lanka continues navigating its recovery from its recent debt crisis, with ongoing implementation of reforms under its IMF programme playing a crucial role in stabilizing the economy. The organisation's updated forecasts will inform policy discussions among local stakeholders regarding the country's economic management and fiscal priorities ahead.
The specific growth figures and detailed sectoral projections will be closely watched by policymakers, investors, and development partners seeking clarity on Sri Lanka's medium-term economic prospects. Analysts note that global uncertainties ranging from geopolitical tensions to monetary policy shifts in major economies pose downside risks to the island's growth trajectory.