Key Facts
• June U.S.-bound exports fell 16.1% YoY to $38.1 billion (approx. ¥5.6 trillion).
• May’s U.S.-bound export decline was steeper at 34.5%.
• Imports from the U.S. dropped 15.5% YoY to $11.6 billion (approx. ¥1.7 trillion).
• U.S.-China trade surplus shrank 16.4% in June.
• Tariff reductions agreed in May continue to influence trade.
• Exports to Southeast Asia and Africa increased significantly.
• Global exports rose 5.8% YoY to $325.1 billion (approx. ¥47.9 trillion).
Summary
China’s exports to the U.S. in June 2025 decreased by 16.1% year-on-year, totaling $38.1 billion, while imports from the U.S. fell 15.5% to $11.6 billion. Despite this, the overall trade surplus with the U.S. contracted by 16.4%. The decline in U.S.-bound exports was less severe compared to May’s 34.5% drop, reflecting a gradual recovery. Recent tariff reductions, agreed upon in May, continue to shape trade dynamics between the two nations. Meanwhile, exports to Southeast Asia and Africa surged, contributing to a 5.8% year-on-year increase in global exports, which reached $325.1 billion. This growth highlights China’s expanding trade relationships beyond the U.S. market.
