A. M. El Salvador has consolidated its economic performance by registering significant growth in its exports during June 2025. Data from the Banco Central de Reserva (BCR) reveal a 12.5% increase compared to the same month last year, reaching a total of US$574.12 million.
This increase marks the second-highest growth recorded so far in 2025, demonstrating the resilience and dynamism of the Salvadoran export sector. A total of 458 tariff items contributed to this favorable result, diversifying the product offering.
From january to june 2025, exports of goods totaled US$3,418.3 million, representing a 6.5% increase in value and a 2.9% increase in volume compared to the same period in 2024. This period shows growth in five of the six months elapsed.
Salvadoran exports reached a total of 111 countries, with Central America and the United States as the main destinations, accounting for 82% of the total. Shipments to Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica showed notable increases.
The agriculture, livestock, forestry, and fishing sector contributed US$29.44 million to total exports. This sector demonstrates the importance of the country’s natural resources in international trade.
Manufacturing industries led exports with US$468.44 million, consolidating their position as the main engine of growth. This sector plays a crucial role in generating foreign currency and employment for the country.
This solid growth in exports directly benefits the salvadoran economy by increasing foreign currency inflows, strengthening the trade balance and macroeconomic stability. Furthermore, it boosts local production, generates employment in export sectors, and encourages investment, which translates into greater well-being for the population.
