Ukraine's trade deficit is skyrocketing. Is there a chance to find a balance

Ukraine's merchandise trade deficit is rapidly growing – the recovery of exports is slowing down, while imports continue to increase. Service exports in 2025 are unlikely to effectively compensate for this imbalance. The transport sector is experiencing a downturn, and the volume of foreign orders for Ukrainian IT specialists is decreasing.

After returning to the White House, Donald Trump identified the chronic foreign trade deficit as the main problem of the world's largest economy. His imposition of tariffs on imported goods and revision of international trade agreements has led to a global increase in trade wars, a slowdown in the global economy, and increased geopolitical tensions.

How significant is Ukraine's trade deficit, and how has it changed in recent years? What are the main reasons for the slowdown in exports? What is driving the growth in imports? Is it critical for the country and how does the state plan to overcome the situation? Analyzed LIGA.net.