The strategic economic measures of the current administration have significantly bolstered the state’s financial standing, yielding USD 222.8 million in foreign currency revenue during the first two months of 2026.<\/p>\n
According to the Weekly Fiscal Development of the Ministry of Finance, for the 8th week of 2026, the state recorded a total revenue and grants of MVR 7.8 billion between January 1, 2026 to February 26, 2026.<\/p>\n
During the same period, total expenditure stood at MVR 5.9 billion. Consequently, the state achieved a record budget surplus of MVR 1.9 billion by the end of this period.<\/p>\n
This represents a substantial 29.3% increment in revenue compared to the corresponding period last year. Last year, by the 8th week the state had received MVR 6.0 billion. Notably, 83% of the total revenue came from tax collection.<\/p>\n
In terms of tax revenue, as of February 26, tax revenue reached a total of MVR 6.5 billion. The most significant growth was seen in Tourism Goods and Services Tax (TGST), which was reported at MVR 2.3 billion. This marked a 39.4% increase compared to last year.<\/p>\n
Furthermore, the General GST collection stood at MVR 3.2 billion while taxes on business and profits accounted for MVR 2.2 billion.<\/p>\n
While overall state expenditures remained stabilized, spending on employee salaries and benefits saw a 9.6% increase. This rise, totaling MVR 2.64 billion for salaries and pensions, is attributed to the adjustments made under the government’s pay harmonization policy.<\/p>\n
The fiscal report also indicates that contributions to the Sovereign Development Fund (SDF) rose to MVR 287.1 million, which is a 2.5% increment compared to 2025.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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