Goods exports from the UK rose 6.7% month-on-month to £35.53 billion in January 2026, driven by higher shipments to both EU (6.2%) and non-EU countries (7.1%). Exports to the EU were driven by increases in machinery and transport equipment as well as fuel exports. Shipments to non-EU countries were led primarily by a rise in chemical exports, particularly medicinal and pharmaceutical products to China, Turkey, and Brazil. Exports to the US, however, declined 11.3%, reflecting lower sales of machinery and transport equipment, specifically cars. source: Office for National Statistics
Goods Exports in the United Kingdom averaged 23170.21 GBP Million from 1997 until 2026, reaching an all time high of 42742.00 GBP Million in October of 2022 and a record low of 12850.00 GBP Million in January of 1999. United Kingdom Goods Exports - data, historical chart, forecasts and calendar of releases - was last updated on March of 2026.
The UK’s goods trade deficit has widened in recent years, partly due to a stronger pound that boosted domestic demand and imports while weighing on exports. US trade policy changes in 2025, including new import tariffs, also affected many UK businesses. The UK-US trade deal, effective 30 June 2025, eased tariffs on UK car exports and removed duties on aluminum and steel, while a 10% tariff remains on other exports. In 2024, the UK’s top five exports were medicinal and pharmaceutical products, mechanical power generators, cars, crude oil, and aircraft. More than half of these exports went to non-EU countries, particularly the US, while key EU partners included Germany, the Netherlands, Ireland, and France.
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Actual |
Previous |
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Lowest |
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35530.00 |
30089.00 |
42742.00 |
12850.00 |
1997 - 2026 |
GBP Million |
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SA
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