Australia Exports
Exports of goods and services BX.GSR.GNFS.CD
Australia's exports was $498.1B in 2025, ranked 21st globally. This represents a 17.1% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1989–2025.
Overview
Australia's exports stood at $498.1B in 2025, a rise of +$72.8B from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $498.1B by 2025. Australia ranked 21st globally.
Australia's exports have experienced significant growth over the past 37 years, with the latest value standing at 498,060,193,462.81 in 2025. This represents an all-time high, surpassing the 46,338,431,721.58 recorded in 1989, marking the trough of the indicator. Compared to its peers, Australia ranks 21 globally, trailing countries like the Russian Federation, which has a higher export value of 534,567,286,737.50. The growth in Australia's exports is a testament to the country's strong trade relationships and its position as a major commodity exporter. The country's economy has benefited from the increase in global demand for its exports, particularly in the energy and minerals sectors. Looking ahead, a shift in global trade dynamics, such as changes in trade policies or fluctuations in commodity prices, could impact Australia's export trajectory and influence the country's economic growth prospects.
Data & projection
| Year | Exports | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | $559.3B | - | - |
| 2026* trend | $528.7B | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $498.1B | - | - |
| 2025 | $498.1B | +$72.8B | #21 |
| 2024 | $425.2B | −$23.3B | #23 |
| 2023 | $448.5B | −$17.5B | #22 |
| 2022 | $466.0B | +$75.8B | #20 |
| 2021 | $390.2B | +$88.8B | #21 |
| 2020 | $301.4B | −$41.1B | #21 |
| 2019 | $342.4B | +$15.1B | #20 |
| 2018 | $327.3B | +$30.7B | #21 |
| 2017 | $296.6B | +$45.8B | #21 |
| 2016 | $250.8B | +$7.3B | #21 |
| 2015 | $243.6B | −$57.1B | #21 |
| 2014 | $300.6B | −$12.2B | #21 |
| 2013 | $312.9B | −$4.6B | #20 |
| 2012 | $317.5B | −$12.9B | #20 |
| 2011 | $330.4B | +$64.2B | #20 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Australia matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2021. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw exports improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
The strengthening Australian Dollar above 0.7000, driven by hawkish RBA rate expectations, makes Australia's $498.1B exports more expensive for international buyers,
Frequently Asked Questions
Australia's exports was $498.1B in 2025. Ranked 21st globally. This represents a 17.1% increase from the previous year.
Australia's exports peaked at $498.1B in 2025.
The lowest exports in Australia was $46.3B in 1989.
Australia ranks 21st globally in exports as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is BX.GSR.GNFS.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Australia's exports is projected to reach $498.1B by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
Australia's exports was approximately 498.06 billion ($498.1B) in 2025.
The exports of Australia in 2025 was $498.1B. This ranks 21st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_australia_exports,
title = {Australia Exports},
url = {https://historysaid.com/australia/exports/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}