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Mexico's April Exports Surge 33%, Trade Surplus Hits $4.5 B

5/27/2026

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Mexico Exports Surge

Mexico recorded merchandise exports of US$72.042 billion in April 2026, creating a trade surplus of US$4.52 billion.
Exports to the United States accounted for 83.6 % of the April total.
April overseas sales rose 32.56 % year-over-year, with non-oil exports up 33.5 % and manufacturing exports up 34 %.
From January to April 2026, total exports hit US$247.628 billion, up 21.8 % and generating a trade surplus of US$3.508 billion, which reversed a US$314 million deficit in 2025.

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Mexico Export Surge

Washington’s tougher trade stance is prompting Mexico, the United States and Canada to review the USMCA.
Intermediate-goods imports rose 29.8% to $54.23 billion, about 80% of total imports in the first four months.
Non-automotive manufacturing exports jumped 45.8% and mining exports rose 71%, widening Mexico’s export base.
Total imports hit a record $67.52 billion, up 24.1%, while 83% of non-oil exports went to the United States.

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Mexico Exports Surge

Mexico recorded merchandise exports of US$72.042 billion in April 2026, creating a trade surplus of US$4.52 billion.
Exports to the United States accounted for 83.6 % of the April total.
April overseas sales rose 32.56 % year-over-year, with non-oil exports up 33.5 % and manufacturing exports up 34 %.
From January to April 2026, total exports hit US$247.628 billion, up 21.8 % and generating a trade surplus of US$3.508 billion, which reversed a US$314 million deficit in 2025.

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