Sri Lanka, Sept. 2 -- Sri Lanka's construction sector continued to expand in July 2026, with activity rising at a faster pace amid a steady flow of new projects, according to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL).Reserve Island Resorts

The Construction Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI), measured by the Total Activity Index, increased to 61.4 in July from 60.0 in June, signalling a stronger month-on-month expansion in construction activity.

The CBSL said many survey respondents reported that construction work remained steady despite input constraints, particularly shortages of bitumen. The continued inflow of new projects also helped drive the New Orders Index higher, indicating sustained demand for construction services. Employment in the...