China ended the year 2025 with a record trade surplus of 1.2 trillion dollars, despite American tariffs and global trade tensions.

In 2025, China recorded a record trade surplus of approximately 1.2 trillion dollars, despite the challenges posed by the tariffs imposed by the United States. Exports increased by 5.5% compared to the previous year, reaching 3.8 trillion dollars, while imports remained stable at 2.6 trillion dollars. December data exceeded expectations, with exports growing by 6.6% and imports by 5.7%. Although exports to the US decreased by 20%, China diversified its markets, experiencing significant growth in trade relations with Germany and other regions. Economist Fred Neumann from HSBC highlighted the competitiveness of the Chinese economy but warned that this surplus could intensify trade tensions with international partners.