Spanish Exports Rise 2.6% in September 2025, Marking One of the Strongest Monthly Performances

Spain's exports experienced a notable increase of 2.6% year-on-year in September 2025, reaching €32.419 billion — the second highest export figure reported for this month historically. This growth was driven by strong demand in both European Union (EU) and non-EU markets. Exports to the EU made up 64.4% of the total, rising by 4.4%, with considerable gains in countries such as Poland, Portugal, the Czech Republic, and Romania. Meanwhile, outside the EU, Spain set historic records in exports to Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, Ukraine, and Chile.

Despite export growth, imports climbed more sharply by 10% to €38.420 billion, leading to a trade deficit of €6.001 billion in September. This deficit was largely due to a 10.8% increase in non-energy imports. The coverage rate, which measures the ratio of exports relative to imports, stood at 84.4%.

Sector-wise, Spain’s export surpluses came predominantly from the food, beverages, and tobacco industries, as well as from the automobile sector, reflecting the country’s strong export specialization. Between January and September 2025, Spain’s cumulative exports totaled €288.339 billion, marking the second highest period ever, continued alongside imports of €329.446 billion. The number of regular exporters also expanded by 0.5%, totaling 45,082.

These figures point to sustained export momentum supported by diverse international demand, counterbalanced by a rising import trend impacting the trade balance. Spain's growing foothold in both traditional EU markets and emerging non-EU partners underscores the country's expanding trade footprint.