Data Insights

In summary, Colombia's trade values in May 2026 showed a mixed performance. Total exports reached 5.26 billion USD, increasing by 601.83 million USD (12.92%), while total imports were 6.79 billion USD, up by 75.98 million USD (1.13%). The trade balance indicates a growing export sector, particularly in products like coffee and coal, while imports from key partners like the United States and China also saw significant increases. However, some areas, particularly in imports, showed declines, indicating potential challenges in specific sectors.

In May 2026, Colombia's trade values showed significant month-on-month changes. Imports from the United States reached 1.76 billion USD, increasing by 217.03 million USD (14.05%). China followed with 1.83 billion USD, up by 107.4 million USD (6.24%). South Korea's imports rose by 26.73 million USD (21.38%) to 151.77 million USD. On the lower end, Japan saw a decrease of 60 million USD (-29.07%) in imports, while Colombia's own imports dropped by 58.15 million USD (-34.78%). The total imports increased slightly by 75.98 million USD (1.13%). Exports were more dynamic, with Peru leading at 375.07 million USD, up by 193.39 million USD (106.49%). The Netherlands also saw a significant increase of 156.16 million USD (122.67%) to 285.2 million USD. However, Panama's exports fell by 145.06 million USD (-34.55%). Overall, total exports increased by 601.83 million USD (12.92%).

Year-on-year comparisons for May 2026 revealed notable trends. Imports from the United States increased by 237.87 million USD (15.61%) to 1.76 billion USD, while imports from China rose by 206.12 million USD (12.86%) to 1.83 billion USD. Brazil's imports also increased by 60.81 million USD (19.36%). Conversely, imports from Belgium decreased by 48.29 million USD (-55.56%), and Colombia's own imports fell by 29.65 million USD (-21.36%). Total imports increased by 650.02 million USD (10.59%). Exports showed a robust performance, with Peru's exports up by 279.45 million USD (295.56%) to 375.07 million USD. Italy's exports increased by 234.74 million USD (334.56%). However, Ecuador's exports fell by 78.84 million USD (-53.73%). Overall, total exports increased by 806.26 million USD (18.10%).

In summary, Colombia's trade values for April 2026 showed a total import value of 6.71B USD, reflecting an increase of 548.25M USD (8.90%) from the previous month, while exports totaled 4.66B USD, a decrease of 730.9M USD (-13.56%). Year-on-year, imports increased by 914.48M USD (15.78%) and exports increased by 498.97M USD (11.99%).

In April 2026, Colombia's trade values showed significant variations across different dimensions. For imports, the top three countries with the highest month-on-month (MoM) increases were the United States (up by 223.02M USD, 16.87%), Brazil (up by 119.41M USD, 40.68%), and Japan (up by 74.26M USD, 56.67%). Conversely, the lowest decreases were seen with China (down by 91.76M USD, -5.05%), South Korea (down by 64.77M USD, -34.12%), and Finland (down by 9.6M USD, -30.00%). In terms of subnational geography, the most significant increase was in Unknown (up by 579.26M USD, 1661.55%), followed by Antioquia (up by 108.54M USD, 13.20%), and Valle del Cauca (up by 30.07M USD, 5.50%). The largest decreases were in Bogota (down by 98.1M USD, -3.20%), Magdalena (down by 59.67M USD, -52.40%), and Atlantico (down by 24.3M USD, -8.10%). For HS4 categories, Refined Petroleum saw the highest increase (up by 143.48M USD, 48.32%), followed by Soybean Meal (up by 46.63M USD, 85.30%), and Petroleum Gas (up by 45.62M USD, 53.51%). The largest decreases were in Cars (down by 102.17M USD, -17.22%), Wheat (down by 31.27M USD, -45.58%), and Nitrogenous Fertilizers (down by 24.73M USD, -39.70%). Overall, total imports increased by 548.25M USD (8.90%). For exports, the top increases were seen in Canada (up by 96.84M USD, 58.64%), Peru (up by 80.42M USD, 79.80%), and Ecuador (up by 53.16M USD, 83.00%). The largest decreases were in India (down by 221.06M USD, -48.90%), Netherlands (down by 164.35M USD, -56.80%), and Panama (down by 81.14M USD, -16.20%). Total exports decreased by 730.9M USD (-13.56%).

Year-on-year (YoY) analysis for April 2026 shows that imports from China increased significantly by 233.51M USD (15.68%), followed by Brazil (up by 139.55M USD, 51.05%) and Germany (up by 67.51M USD, 36.64%). The largest decreases were from Belgium (down by 23.74M USD, -25.54%), Sweden (down by 13.74M USD, -41.08%), and Thailand (down by 11.02M USD, -22.13%). In terms of subnational geography, Unknown saw the highest increase (up by 579.24M USD, 1559.18%), followed by Antioquia (up by 187.68M USD, 25.32%) and Valle del Cauca (up by 84.53M USD, 17.18%). The largest decreases were in Bogota (down by 76.88M USD, -2.54%), Cesar (down by 25.37M USD, -61.18%), and Magdalena (down by 10.18M USD, -15.83%). For HS4 categories, Cars had the highest increase (up by 178.23M USD, 57.00%), followed by Computers (up by 47.72M USD, 36.67%) and Corn (up by 46.96M USD, 29.69%). The largest decreases were in Crude Petroleum (down by 40.12M USD, -75.81%), Other Construction Vehicles (down by 26.92M USD, -97.30%), and Semiconductor Devices (down by 22.25M USD, -62.13%). Overall, total imports increased by 914.48M USD (15.78%) while total exports increased by 498.97M USD (11.99%).

In March 2026, Colombia's total trade value reached 11.55B USD, with imports at 6.16B USD and exports at 5.39B USD. Month on month, total trade increased by 1.14B USD (26.73%), while year on year, it increased by 951.32M USD (21.43%). The trade flow dynamics indicate a strong performance in exports, particularly to India and the Netherlands, while imports from China and South Korea showed notable growth. However, the overall trade environment is challenged by tariff escalations, particularly affecting trade with Ecuador.

In March 2026, Colombia's trade values showed significant fluctuations. For imports, the highest increases were seen from South Korea (89.74M, 89.69%), Brazil (64M, 27.89%), and China (60.02M, 3.42%). Conversely, the largest declines were from Colombia itself (-45.47M, -24.87%), Japan (-34.17M, -20.46%), and Ecuador (-14.34M, -23.28%). For exports, the top increases were from India (239.13M, 112.73%), the Netherlands (199.85M, 213.63%), and Panama (180.61M, 56.37%). The largest decreases were from South Korea (-51.45M, -64.84%), Ecuador (-47.74M, -42.88%), and the United Arab Emirates (-26.4M, -29.01%). Overall, total trade saw an increase of 1.14B (26.73%).

Year on year, imports from China increased significantly by 475.01M (35.47%), followed by South Korea (116.79M, 159.95%) and Italy (35.05M, 39.95%). The largest declines were from France (-59.28M, -45.51%), Belgium (-39.25M, -47.34%), and Trinidad and Tobago (-38.8M, -53.49%). For exports, India saw the largest increase of 409.67M (985.03%), followed by Italy (195.89M, 252.82%) and the Netherlands (114.81M, 64.29%). The largest declines were from China (-99.94M, -49.12%), Ecuador (-88.75M, -58.27%), and Chinese Taipei (-32.45M, -75.55%). Total trade increased by 951.32M (21.43%).

Overall, the total trade for Colombia in the month saw exports at 4.25B USD, down by 42.94M USD (-0.01%), while imports totaled 5.74B USD, decreasing by 161.51M USD (-0.03%). Year-on-year, exports increased to 4.25B USD, up by 472.97M USD (12.51%), and imports rose to 5.74B USD, gaining 415.35M USD (7.8%). The trade dynamics indicate a mixed performance, with significant declines in certain areas, particularly in trade with Ecuador due to recent tariff implementations.

In the month-on-month analysis, imports from Colombia saw significant changes. The highest increase was from Colombia itself, with a trade value of 182.86M USD, reflecting a 73.31M USD increase (approximately 66.92%). Vietnam followed with 134.63M USD, up by 48.87M USD (about 56.98%). The United States had a modest increase to 1.26B USD, gaining 21.9M USD (1.76%). On the downside, imports from China dropped to 1.75B USD, down by 75.51M USD (approximately -4.14%). South Korea also saw a decline to 100.06M USD, down by 74.06M USD (-42.96%). Brazil's imports decreased to 229.51M USD, losing 39.13M USD (-14.55%). For exports, Italy led with 246.9M USD, gaining 77.24M USD (45.5%). Mexico followed with 133.53M USD, up by 45.56M USD (51.5%). Panama's exports reached 320.38M USD, increasing by 33.62M USD (11.7%). Conversely, Canada saw a significant drop to 175M USD, down by 91.18M USD (-34.2%). India’s exports decreased to 212.13M USD, losing 53.41M USD (-20.1%). The United States also faced a decline to 1.32B USD, down by 43.25M USD (-3.17%).

In the year-on-year analysis, imports from China surged to 1.75B USD, with a notable increase of 344.74M USD (24.46%). Vietnam's imports rose to 134.63M USD, up by 50.63M USD (60.26%). Japan also saw growth, reaching 167.04M USD, gaining 48.97M USD (41.48%). On the contrary, imports from Canada fell to 72.11M USD, down by 29.47M USD (-29.3%). Trinidad and Tobago's imports decreased to 45.49M USD, losing 29.35M USD (-39.2%). The United States' imports dropped to 1.26B USD, down by 28.88M USD (-2.24%). For exports, the United States led with 1.32B USD, increasing by 303.74M USD (29.77%). Italy's exports reached 246.9M USD, up by 214.72M USD (6.67%). Panama's exports increased to 320.38M USD, gaining 98.17M USD (44.17%). However, exports to China fell to 48.89M USD, down by 77.31M USD (-61.2%). Ecuador's exports decreased to 111.32M USD, losing 57.04M USD (-33.3%). The Netherlands also saw a decline to 93.55M USD, down by 53.08M USD (-36.3%).

Overall, Colombia's trade values showed a positive trend in both imports and exports for the month and year analyzed. Total exports increased by approximately 106.14 million USD (2.35%) year-on-year, while imports rose by 400.11 million USD (7.08%). Month-on-month, exports increased by 553.09 million USD (13.56%), and imports rose by 160.8 million USD (2.73%). The trade balance remains a concern, particularly with the significant drop in trade with the United States and other key partners, which may be influenced by the ongoing economic challenges and declining natural gas production.

In the month-on-month analysis, Colombia's total exports increased by approximately 553.09 million USD, reflecting a growth of about 13.56%. Imports also saw a rise, with an increase of 160.8 million USD, translating to a 2.73% growth. **Country Official:** - The highest increase in imports was from the USSR (69.87 million USD, 5.60%), followed by China (45.75 million USD, 2.70%), and Italy (21.39 million USD, 23.24%). - Conversely, the largest declines were from India (-28.6 million USD, -17.59%), South Africa (-24.16 million USD, -39.39%), and Sweden (-17.16 million USD, -22.23%). **Subnat Geography:** - The most significant increase in imports came from the Unknown region (546.64 million USD, 317.28%), followed by Valle del Cauca (46.87 million USD, 9.96%), and Antioquia (17.85 million USD, 2.29%). - The largest declines were seen in Bogota (-400.92 million USD, -13.05%), Santander (-20.65 million USD, -21.66%), and Bolivar (-18.86 million USD, -6.53%). **HS4 Official:** - The top increases in imports were in Refined Petroleum (59.36 million USD, 17.6%), Crude Petroleum (25.34 million USD, 127.75%), and Petroleum Gas (20.97 million USD, 31.34%). - The largest declines were in Packaged Medicaments (-47.08 million USD, -16.67%), Telephones (-42.45 million USD, -17.00%), and Vaccines (-36.09 million USD, -27.43%). **Exports:** - The highest increases in exports were from the USSR (286.26 million USD, 26.06%), India (118.01 million USD, 62.39%), and the United Arab Emirates (97.85 million USD, 293.14%). - The largest declines were from China (-136.32 million USD, -66.15%), Mexico (-48.81 million USD, -29.34%), and Cote d'Ivoire (-45.43 million USD, -98.60%).

In the year-on-year analysis, total exports increased by approximately 106.14 million USD, reflecting a growth of about 2.35%. Imports also saw a rise, with an increase of 400.11 million USD, translating to a 7.08% growth. **Country Official:** - The highest increase in imports was from the USSR (1.32 billion USD, inf%), followed by China (1.74 billion USD, 20.24%), and Kenya (143.02 million USD, 1972.00%). - The largest declines were from the United States (0 USD, -1.49 billion USD), Trinidad and Tobago (0 USD, -121.88 million USD), and South Korea (0 USD, -103.29 million USD). **Subnat Geography:** - The most significant increase in imports came from the Unknown region (548.36 million USD, 64142.10%), followed by Antioquia (797.87 million USD, 8.64%), and Valle del Cauca (517.64 million USD, 8.39%). - The largest declines were seen in Bogota (-189.46 million USD, -6.62%), Bolivar (-165 million USD, -38.78%), and Santander (-10.06 million USD, -11.83%). **HS4 Official:** - The top increases in imports were in Cars (383.41 million USD, 52.99%), Packaged Medicaments (234.82 million USD, 35.49%), and Telephones (207.08 million USD, 22.53%). - The largest declines were in Refined Petroleum (-137.29 million USD, -25.72%), Petroleum Gas (-62.52 million USD, -41.41%), and Planes (-46.73 million USD, -80.04%). **Exports:** - The highest increases in exports were from the USSR (1.38 billion USD, inf%), Chinese Taipei (193.84 million USD, 13.01%), and India (307.14 million USD, 86.72%). - The largest declines were from the United States (0 USD, -1.24 billion USD), Netherlands (0 USD, -221.58 million USD), and Ecuador (0 USD, -195.20 million USD).