Sri Lanka, March 25 -- Sri Lanka's export sector continued its growth momentum in February 2025, with total exports reaching US $ 1.38 billion, reflecting a 4.62 percent year-on-year (YoY) increase, data from the Export Development Board showed.

Merchandise exports rose 3.9 percent to US $ 1.06 billion, led by a strong performance in agricultural shipments, while industrial exports remained steady. Services exports surged 24.37 percent YoY to US $ 326.1 million, driven by gains in ICT/BPM, construction, financial services and transport and logistics.

Apparel and textiles, Sri Lanka's largest export category, posted a modest 1.42 percent increase to US $ 427.3 million. However, coconut-based products saw a significant 20.93 percent rise,...