Merchandise Trade Balance in Euro Area
The merchandise trade balance averaged EUR 254 billion in the decade to 2022. The 2022 reading was EUR -82 billion. For more trade information, visit our dedicated page.
Euro Area Trade Chart
Note: This chart displays Merchandise Trade Balance (EUR bn) for Euro Area from 2014 to 2023.
Source: Macrobond.
Euro Area Trade Data
| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merchandise Trade Balance (EUR bn) | 314 | 342 | 291 | -46 | 257 |
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