Australia

Insights for Australia

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January 2026 period, National level, Product aggregation

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Summary: Overall, the analysis indicates that Australia's trade dynamics are experiencing contrasting trends. Imports have shown a positive growth both month-on-month and year-on-year, suggesting a robust demand for foreign goods, while exports have faced significant declines in both periods. The total trade value for imports is 36.54 billion AUD, with a month-on-month increase of 1.22 billion AUD and a year-on-year increase of 2.32 billion AUD. In contrast, exports stand at 35.15 billion AUD, with a month-on-month decrease of 6.71 billion AUD and a year-on-year decrease of 516 million AUD. This disparity highlights the challenges faced by Australian exporters amidst a shifting global economic landscape.
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MoM insights: In the month-on-month analysis, Imports saw a trade value of 36.54 billion AUD, with a positive value change of 1.22 billion AUD, reflecting a growth of approximately 3.45%. This indicates a strong demand for imported goods. The top three highest value changes in imports were in machinery, electronics, and automotive parts, while the lowest were in textiles, agricultural products, and raw materials. On the other hand, Exports totaled 35.15 billion AUD, experiencing a significant decline of 6.71 billion AUD, which translates to a decrease of about 16.04%. The highest declines in exports were noted in mineral resources, agricultural products, and manufactured goods, while the lowest declines were in services, technology, and pharmaceuticals.
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YoY insights: In the year-on-year analysis, Imports maintained a trade value of 36.54 billion AUD, with a positive value change of 2.32 billion AUD, indicating a growth of approximately 6.80%. The top three highest value changes in imports were in machinery, electronics, and chemicals, while the lowest were in textiles, food products, and raw materials. Conversely, Exports totaled 35.15 billion AUD, with a slight decline of 516 million AUD, reflecting a decrease of about 1.45%. The highest declines in exports were in mineral resources, agricultural products, and manufactured goods, while the lowest declines were in services, technology, and pharmaceuticals.
Other analyses for Australia in January 2026
National level, Subnational aggregation
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