Data Insights

In summary, Poland's trade dynamics in May 2026 reflect a mixed performance. Month-on-month, total exports decreased by 273.5 million USD (0.75%), while imports fell by 600.91 million USD (1.58%). Year-on-year, total imports increased by 2.18 billion USD (6.15%), and total exports rose by 1.83 billion USD (5.33%). The trade flow indicates a robust growth in imports from key partners like China and the United States, while exports showed resilience despite some declines in specific markets.

In May 2026, Poland's imports saw significant changes with Norway leading the increase at 1.3 billion USD, reflecting a month-on-month growth of approximately 67%. The United States followed with a 2.34 billion USD import value, showing a 15% increase. The Netherlands also contributed positively with 1.6 billion USD, marking an 18% rise. Conversely, imports from Saudi Arabia, Chinese Taipei, and China experienced declines, with Saudi Arabia dropping by 402.32 million USD (a 54% decrease), Chinese Taipei by 322.96 million USD (49%), and China by 212.74 million USD (3.56%). On the export side, the United Kingdom led with 1.94 billion USD, a modest increase of 8.5%. Cyprus showed remarkable growth with 91.72 million USD, a 305% increase, while India contributed 175.6 million USD, reflecting a 42% rise. However, exports to Czechia, Germany, and the Unknown category saw declines, with Czechia down by 160.6 million USD (6.7%), Germany by 144.46 million USD (1.5%), and Unknown by 71.01 million USD (62%). Overall, total exports decreased by 273.5 million USD (0.75%), while imports fell by 600.91 million USD (1.58%).

Year-on-year analysis for May 2026 shows that Poland's imports from China reached 5.76 billion USD, with a notable increase of 676.5 million USD (13.3%). The United States also saw a significant rise, with imports valued at 2.34 billion USD, up by 561.45 million USD (31.5%). Norway's imports increased by 366.94 million USD (39.4%), totaling 1.3 billion USD. On the downside, imports from South Korea, Saudi Arabia, and Algeria decreased, with South Korea down by 319.31 million USD (31.6%), Saudi Arabia by 191.18 million USD (36.3%), and Algeria by 130.04 million USD (96%). For exports, Ukraine led with 1.41 billion USD, an increase of 252.91 million USD (21.8%). The United Kingdom followed with 1.94 billion USD, up by 218.41 million USD (12.6%), and the United States at 1.18 billion USD, reflecting a growth of 182.26 million USD (18.2%). However, exports to Mexico, Belgium, and Sweden saw declines, with Mexico down by 56.86 million USD (36%), Belgium by 49.9 million USD (5.9%), and Sweden by 37.54 million USD (3.9%). Overall, total imports increased by 2.18 billion USD (6.15%), while total exports rose by 1.83 billion USD (5.33%).

In April 2026, Poland's total trade value was 74.61B USD, with imports at 38.15B USD (decrease of 2.33B USD, -5.75%) and exports at 36.46B USD (decrease of 3.62B USD, -9.04%). Year on year, total imports increased by 3.52B USD (10.15%) while exports rose by 2.64B USD (7.80%). Overall, the trade balance reflects a challenging month for exports, particularly with significant declines from major trading partners.

In April 2026, Poland's imports saw significant changes, with the highest increases coming from Chinese Taipei (658.89M USD, 100.5% increase), South Korea (897.24M USD, 49.5% increase), and Saudi Arabia (738.38M USD, 17.8% increase). Conversely, the largest decreases were from Germany (7.04B USD, -674.44M, -8.74%), China (5.98B USD, -489.01M, -7.56%), and France (1.25B USD, -154.25M, -10.9%). For exports, the top increases were from Malaysia (88.22M USD, 45.1%), the United Arab Emirates (89.09M USD, 43.41%), and an unknown category (114.33M USD, 38.36%). The largest decreases in exports were from Germany (9.62B USD, -1.29B, -11.83%), the Netherlands (1.6B USD, -303.12M, -15.94%), and Italy (1.55B USD, -225.84M, -12.69%).

Year on year, imports from China increased significantly by 938.32M USD (18.63%), followed by Chinese Taipei with 437.97M USD (198.24%) and the United States with 431.7M USD (27.02%). The largest declines were from Bulgaria (-122.36M USD, -46.87%), the Netherlands (-88.96M USD, -6.17%), and Nigeria (-81.16M USD, -97.39%). For exports, Germany led with an increase of 355.93M USD (3.84%), followed by Czechia (331.34M USD, 16.02%) and France (161.18M USD, 7.74%). The largest declines in exports were from High Seas/International Waters (-88.09M USD, -69.63%), India (-42.71M USD, -25.72%), and Russia (-16.78M USD, -8.23%).

In March 2026, Poland's total trade value reached 80.55B USD, with exports at 40.08B USD (up 5.44B USD, 15.7%) and imports at 40.47B USD (up 5.12B USD, 14.4%). This indicates a healthy trade balance and growth in both imports and exports compared to the previous month. Year-on-year, total trade also showed positive growth, with exports increasing by 6.57B USD (19.6%) and imports by 6.12B USD (17.8%). Overall, Poland's trade dynamics reflect a strong economic position, bolstered by recent agreements and international cooperation efforts.

In March 2026, Poland's imports saw significant increases, with China leading at 6.46B USD, reflecting a 1.01B USD increase (18.6%). Germany followed with 7.71B USD, up by 814.4M USD (11.8%). Italy's imports rose to 1.9B USD, an increase of 271.22M USD (16.7%). On the lower end, imports from the United States decreased to 2.06B USD, down by 155.62M USD (-7.0%). Brazil's imports fell to 264.56M USD, down by 48.07M USD (-15.4%). The Bahamas saw a drastic drop to 1.86K USD, down by 26.92M USD (-99.9%). Exports also experienced growth, with Germany leading at 10.91B USD, an increase of 1.73B USD (18.9%). The Netherlands followed with 1.9B USD, up by 409.46M USD (27.4%). Czechia's exports rose to 2.62B USD, an increase of 392.12M USD (17.6%). Conversely, exports to the United Arab Emirates fell to 45.68M USD, down by 61.64M USD (-57.4%). Australia saw a decrease to 98.46M USD, down by 53.13M USD (-35.0%). The Marshall Islands had a significant drop to 5M USD, down by 31.08M USD (-86.1%).

In March 2026, Poland's imports showed a robust year-on-year increase, with China at 6.46B USD, up by 1.3B USD (25.1%). Germany's imports reached 7.71B USD, an increase of 824.9M USD (12.0%). The United States saw imports rise to 2.06B USD, up by 341.53M USD (20.0%). On the downside, imports from South Korea fell to 600.13M USD, down by 592.56M USD (-49.7%). Russia's imports decreased to 43.54M USD, down by 117.34M USD (-72.9%). The United Arab Emirates saw a drop to 17.06M USD, down by 31.16M USD (-64.6%). Exports also experienced significant growth, with Germany leading at 10.91B USD, an increase of 1.75B USD (19.1%). Czechia's exports rose to 2.62B USD, up by 563.19M USD (27.4%). The Netherlands followed with 1.9B USD, an increase of 423.51M USD (28.6%). However, exports to the United Arab Emirates fell to 45.68M USD, down by 51.15M USD (-52.8%). Exports to international waters decreased to 36.04M USD, down by 33.82M USD (-48.4%). Mexico's exports dropped to 144.4M USD, down by 29.83M USD (-17.5%).