Sri Lanka’s construction sector PMI expands in December
The Morning: The Sri Lanka Purchasing Managers’ Index for Construction (PMI – Construction), as reflected by the Total Activity Index, increased to 67.1 in December 2025.
A majority of firms reported a notable expansion in construction activities during the reference period, despite initial operational disturbances caused by adverse weather conditions.
The New Orders Index remained expanded in December. Many firms reported an increase in available projects this month, driven by a rise in both government-funded infrastructure projects and new private-sector developments.
Meanwhile, the Employment Index remained at a neutral level, reflecting stable employment conditions during the month. The Quantity of Purchases Index continued to expand, while the Suppliers’ Delivery Time Index remained extended during the month.
OSL take:
Sri Lanka’s ongoing economic activities and overall economic expansion are further evident by the expansion of the construction sector PMI. The recommencement of development programmes as well as the development work that commenced following Cyclone Ditwah in November last year have added to the ongoing growth of the country’s construction sector. All these developments have also presented many business/investment opportunities in the construction industry as well as in related sectors. These opportunities are manifold and cover all key economic sectors. With Sri Lanka on the path to becoming an emerging business destination, the country’s construction industry and related sectors present many lucrative business/investment opportunities for foreign businesses/investors on the lookout for such in Sri Lanka. Foreign businesses could also look at expanding operations through partnerships or joint ventures with local businesses already operating in the industry and have posted growth as well as profits.
| Article Code : | VBS/AT/20260209/Z_1 |