The value of goods imports increased by £0.4 billion (0.7%) in December 2025, with a rise in imports from non-EU countries partially offset by a fall in imports from the EU. The value of goods exports fell by £1.0 billion (3.2%) in December 2025, with falls in exports to both EU and non-EU countries. Exports of goods to the United States, including precious metals, rose by £0.1 billion (2.5%) in December 2025, while imports of goods fell by £0.5 billion (9.7%). The total goods and services trade deficit narrowed by £3.3 billion to £3.8 billion in Quarter 4 (Oct to Dec) 2025, compared with Quarter 3 (July to Sept) ... (full story)