China hit a $1 trillion trade surplus for the first time on December 8. Over the last 11 months of 2025, China’s surplus reached $1.08 trillion, beating 2024’s $992 billion amount. A trade surplus is the value of how much a country exports that exceeds its imports. In 2025, China’s exports rose to nearly $3.4 trillion while its imports declined to $2.3 trillion. Exports from China rose almost 5.9% year-over-year in November alone, while imports grew about 1.9%. The $1 trillion figure is also significant, given the ongoing trade war between China and the US . With China exporting less cargo to the US, the resulting surplus could significantly impact international shipping. How Did China Hit A $1 Trillion Trade Surplus? When President Trump returned to office, the trade war between the US and China escalated. Tariffs imposed by both countries soon rose above 100% until they reached a trade deal . The surplus stems from the actions China took following Trump’s 2024 election vic...
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