Aragón has reported a 3.9% year-on-year increase in exports from January to August 2026, surpassing the national average growth rate of 3.2%. During this period, the region's imports fell by 14.2%, contrasting with a national increase of 6.5%. This positive trend has resulted in a trade surplus of €147.4 million for Aragón, while Spain as a whole has seen its trade deficit rise to €45.8 billion.
The coverage rate for Aragón stands at 101.4%, significantly higher than the national average of 85.2%. These figures indicate a favourable development in the region's foreign trade, driven by both increased international sales and a positive trade balance.
August trade performance
In August, Aragón's exports reached €954.2 million, marking a 3.3% decrease compared to the same month in 2025. In contrast, Spain's overall exports grew by 13.3% year-on-year, totalling €27.6 billion. Aragón's imports for August amounted to €1.028 billion, down 17.4% year-on-year, while national imports increased by 16.7%. This resulted in a negative trade balance for Aragón of €73.9 million, compared to Spain's larger deficit of €7.8 billion. The region's coverage rate for August was 92.8%, nearly fifteen points above the national average of 77.9%, reflecting a relatively stronger position for Aragón.
Leading export sectors
By sector, food, beverages, and tobacco led Aragón's exports in August, generating €266.3 million, which accounts for 27.9% of the total. This was followed by capital goods at €166.3 million (17.4%) and the automotive sector at €136.4 million (14.3%). Together, these three sectors represented 59.6% of Aragón's exports for the month. In terms of imports, capital goods topped the list with €353.3 million (34.4%), followed by consumer goods at €290.3 million (28.2%) and chemical products at €110 million (10.7%).
These findings are part of the latest report on the external trade situation in Aragón.
