Australia-China Trade Rebalancing as Industrial Imports Outpace Commodity Exports
With commodity exports down from 2021, faster growth in machinery, electronics and transport imports has narrowed Australia’s trade surplus.
With commodity exports down from 2021, faster growth in machinery, electronics and transport imports has narrowed Australia’s trade surplus.
Primary commodities accounted for 69% of export earnings in 2025, anchoring Brazil’s global relevance in food, energy, and metals.
Asia’s share of global imports is dominant across key industrial commodities, with China driving regional demand and shaping global supply chains.
Brazil's economy has strong foundations and a resilient agricultural sector, but 2025 presents several risks and challenges likely to moderate growth.