The Balance of Trade is the difference between the monetary value of a nation's exports and imports over a specific period. A positive balance is known as a trade surplus, while a negative balance is a trade deficit. It is a major component of the current account and provides insights into a country's economic relationship with the rest of the world.
The figure is calculated by subtracting the total value of imported goods and services from the total value of exported goods and services. The data is collected from customs records and adjusted for seasonal factors.
| Date | Actual | Forecast | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 6, 2025 | 18.40 | 17.30 | +1.10 |
| Jan 10, 2025 | 16.70 | — | — |
| Dec 17, 2024 | 15.10 | 18.10 | -3.00 |
| Oct 28, 2024 | 17.70 | 20.30 | -2.60 |
| Oct 6, 2024 | 19.80 | 20.70 | -0.90 |
| Aug 28, 2024 | 20.10 | 18.60 | +1.50 |
| Aug 4, 2024 | 19.60 | 20.80 | -1.20 |
| Jun 28, 2024 | 17.60 | 16.50 | +1.10 |
| Jun 14, 2024 | 17.40 | 18.10 | -0.70 |
| Apr 29, 2024 | 17.60 | 22.90 | -5.30 |
| Mar 28, 2024 | 18.10 | — | — |
| Feb 28, 2024 | 17.50 | — | — |
| Jan 29, 2024 | 18.70 | 20.50 | -1.80 |
| Nov 29, 2023 | 19.00 | 20.90 | -1.90 |
| Oct 30, 2023 | 19.90 | 21.80 | -1.90 |
