Exports from the Valencian Community grew by 5%, exceeding the national average by three points.

Trade Balance S1 2026

Exports from the Valencian Community reached €20.180,3 million in the first half of 2026, a 5% increase compared to the same period of the previous year. This growth, which is double the national average, is driven by the expansion of capital goods and chemical products, consolidating the European Union as its main market.

The exports of the Comunitat Valenciana They have registered a notable increase of 5% during the first half of 2026, reaching €20.180,3 million. This growth significantly exceeds the national average and reaffirms the commitment of Valencian companies to international markets, according to data from the Dirección Territorial de Comercio de la Comunidad Valenciana, dependent on the Secretaría de Estado de Comercio.

The Minister of Industry, Tourism, Innovation and Trade, Marián Cano, has highlighted "the dynamic trend of exports from the Comunitat Valenciana in this first semester, with monthly increases above the national average."

Dynamism above the national average

The performance of exports from the Valencian region shows greater strength than that of the region as a whole. EspañaWhile growth in the January-June period is three points above the Spanish average of 2%, the figure for June is even more revealing. "In June, export growth from the Comunitat Valenciana "It has reached 8,6% compared to the same month last year, versus the Spanish average of 5,3%," the regional minister explained. Overall, Valencian exports maintain their share of the national total, representing 10%.

By provinces, Valencia It leads the growth with a 6,7% increase, reaching a value of €11.447,5 million. It is followed by Castellónwith an increase of 5,5% and a volume of 4.930 billion euros. Meanwhile, Alicante It experiences a slight decrease of 0,6%, with exports valued at 3.802 billion euros.

Capital goods and chemicals, the key sectors

Sectoral analysis reveals that capital goods have been the main driver of growth, with a spectacular increase of 22,1% compared to the first half of 2025, now representing 17% of total exports. Chemical products have also performed very well, with an 8,4% increase and a 13,9% share of the total. The agri-food sector , although with more modest growth of 0,6%, remains the largest, accounting for 25,5% of exports.

In contrast, the non-chemical semi-manufactures have experienced a decline of 5,4%. Meanwhile, the sector of automotive It shows a moderate recovery, with growth of 1,7% and a value exceeding €2.146,6 million. "Companies are maintaining their commitment to foreign markets; one of our objectives in this area is to facilitate the international expansion of our companies with support tailored to their needs in a very complex environment," he stated. Marián Cano.

The European Union, main destination and engine of growth

Geographically, European markets account for 72,5% of Valencian sales. Unión Europea It consolidates its position as the main trading partner, with a 9,3% increase in exports compared to the same period of the previous year. Within the European Union, Francia y Alemania They remain as main customers, registering growth of 7,3% and 10,9%, respectively.

Geographic diversification presents greater challenges. Exports destined for América y Asia They have experienced declines of 7,2% and 8,1%, respectively. However, the African continent is emerging as an expanding market, with a notable 5,5% increase in sales during the first six months of 2026.

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