Croatia Trade Deficit Widens in July

Croatia’s trade deficit widened to EUR 2.0 billion in July 2025 from EUR 1.5 billion in the corresponding month of last year, according to preliminary data. Exports grew by 3.9% to EUR 2.201 billion, while imports increased by 3.1% to EUR 4.194 billion. For the January-June period, the trade gap widened to EUR 11.7 billion, compared to EUR 11.4 billion during the same period in 2024. Exports rose by 3.9% to EUR 14.5 billion, supported by stronger demand from both EU countries (4.6%) and non-EU countries (2.4%). Imports grew by 3.1% to EUR 26.2 billion, driven by a rise in purchases from both EU countries (0.3%) and non-EU countries (13.9%).