Paraguay Trade Swings to Deficit in February

2026-03-13 17:40 By Felipe Alarcon 1 min. read

Paraguay's trade swung to a deficit of 77.5 million dollars on February 2026 from a surplus of 75.5 million dollars a year ealier as higher soybean exports offset earlier declines.

Total exports reached 2.72 billion dollars which is a 1.4% increase compared to the same period in 2025.

Primary product sales climbed to 783.3 million dollars led by soybeans while agricultural manufactures fell to 620.7 million dollars and industrial products grew to 338.3 million dollars.

Fuel and energy exports reached 157.4 million dollars.

Total imports rose 3.6% to 2.80 billion dollars due to high demand for machinery and consumer goods.

Primary product imports were led by corn for sowing and tobacco while industrial imports remained strong.

Fuel and lubricant imports continued to fall as international prices shifted.



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Paraguay Trade Swings to Deficit in February
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