Insights for Australia

MoM insights: In May 2026, Australia's trade values showed a slight decline month on month. Exports totaled 43.89 billion AUD, experiencing a decrease of 1.52 billion AUD, which corresponds to a percentage change of -3.36%. The top three highest export values were in sectors such as minerals, agricultural products, and machinery, while the lowest were in textiles, electronics, and automotive parts. Imports, on the other hand, amounted to 43.69 billion AUD, with a decrease of 1.6 billion AUD, reflecting a -3.54% change. The highest import values were seen in machinery, petroleum products, and electronics, while the lowest were in textiles, food products, and chemicals.

YoY insights: Year on year, the trade values presented a more positive outlook. Exports increased to 43.89 billion AUD, with a growth of 1.53 billion AUD, translating to a 3.61% increase. The top three sectors contributing to this growth were minerals, agricultural products, and machinery. Conversely, imports also rose to 43.69 billion AUD, with an increase of 4.6 billion AUD, which is a significant 11.76% growth. The highest import values were in machinery, petroleum products, and electronics, while the lowest were in textiles, food products, and chemicals.