Economic Growth in Sri Lanka
The Sri Lankan economy recorded an average growth rate of 1.8% in the decade to 2022. In 2022, real GDP growth was -7.8%. For more GDP information, visit our dedicated page.
Sri Lanka GDP Chart
Sri Lanka GDP Data
2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Economic Growth (GDP, ann. var. %) | -0.2 | -4.6 | 4.2 | -7.3 | -2.3 |
GDP (USD bn) | 89.0 | 84.4 | 88.7 | 74.0 | 84.3 |
GDP (LKR bn) | 15,911 | 15,646 | 17,612 | 24,064 | 27,630 |
Economic Growth (Nominal GDP, ann. var. %) | 3.6 | -1.7 | 12.6 | 36.6 | 14.8 |
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