China’s Exports Surge as Trade Growth Rebounds to Double Digits

Chinas foreign trade sector demonstrated significant resilience in the opening months of 2026, with data released by the General Administration of Customs showing a robust double-digit recovery.

Key Trade Figures

• February Exports: Rose by 39.6% (USD-denominated).
• January-February Exports: Increased by 21.8%
• January-February Imports: Grew by 19.8%
• Trade Surplus: Reached $213.62 billion

Regional and Industrial Dynamics

Trade with ASEAN expanded by 20.3% and EU grew by 19.9%, while trade with the United States saw a contraction of 16.9%.

Industrial demand remains firm, with iron ore imports increasing 10% and crude oil imports rising 15.8%. Electromechanical product exports jumped 24.3%, highlighting manufacturing competitiveness.