The euro area has posted a €12.6 billion (~$14.95 billion) goods trade surplus in December 2025, as imports grew faster than exports.
The full-year surplus eased to €164.6 billion (~$195.26 billion).
Similarly, the EU recorded a €12.9 billion (~$15.3 billion) December surplus, with 2025’s total at €133.5 billion (~158.36 billion), reflecting narrower sectoral surpluses despite improved energy balances.