Goods Imports in the United Kingdom decreased to 54515 GBP Million in May from 58106 GBP Million in April of 2026. Goods Imports in the United Kingdom averaged 32412.23 GBP Million from 1997 until 2026, reaching an all time high of 59601.00 GBP Million in March of 2026 and a record low of 14756.00 GBP Million in August of 1997. source: Office for National Statistics



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Balance of Trade -1044.00 -7053.00 GBP Million May 2026
Exports 82911.00 80639.00 GBP Million May 2026
Goods Exports 35855.00 33523.00 GBP Million May 2026
Goods Trade Balance -18660.00 -24583.00 GBP Million May 2026
Goods Trade Balance Non-EU -7140.00 -12209.00 GBP Million May 2026
Imports 83955.00 87692.00 GBP Million May 2026


United Kingdom Goods Imports
The UK’s goods trade deficit has widened in recent years, driven in part by a stronger pound that boosted domestic demand and imports while weighing on exports. In 2024, the UK’s top five imports were cars, medicinal and pharmaceutical products, refined oil, mechanical power generators, and crude oil. Over half of these imports originated from the EU, particularly Germany, the Netherlands, and France, with China and the US also serving as major trading partners.
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
54515.00 58106.00 59601.00 14756.00 1997 - 2026 GBP Million Monthly
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