Merchandise Trade Balance in Costa Rica
The merchandise trade balance in Costa Rica averaged USD -4.2 billion in the decade to 2022. The 2022 reading was USD -4.6 billion. For more trade information, visit our dedicated page.
Costa Rica Trade Chart
Note: This chart displays Trade Balance (USD billion) for Costa Rica from 2013 to 2022.
Source: Central Bank of Costa Rica.
Costa Rica Trade Data
| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merchandise Trade Balance (USD bn) | -4.6 | -3.9 | -2.0 | -2.8 | -4.6 |
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