Merchandise Trade Balance in Portugal
The merchandise trade balance averaged EUR -13.8 billion in the decade to 2022. The 2022 reading was EUR -26.4 billion. For more trade information, visit our dedicated page.
Portugal Trade Chart
Note: This chart displays Merchandise Trade Balance (EUR bn) for Portugal from 2014 to 2024.
Source: Macrobond.
Portugal Trade Data
| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merchandise Trade Balance (EUR bn) | -12.6 | -16.0 | -26.5 | -25.3 | -25.3 |
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