Slovakia Records Record Trade Surplus Despite January Decline

Slovakia posted a record trade surplus of 2.8 billion euros in 2025, driven by exports growing faster than imports throughout the year. The country's exports reached 110.9 billion euros while imports totaled 108.1 billion euros, with the trade balance improving slightly compared to the previous year. However, foreign trade showed signs of weakness at the beginning of 2025, with January import values falling 4.1 percent to 8.4 billion euros. The record surplus reflects Slovakia's position as a major exporter in Central Europe, with the economy heavily dependent on manufacturing and automotive production for European markets.