Sudan Trade Balance
External balance on goods and services NE.RSB.GNFS.CD
Sudan's trade balance was $-270.2M in 2025, ranked 85th globally. This represents a 1.7% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Sudan's trade balance stood at $-270.2M in 2025, a rise of +$4.8M from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $-270.2M by 2025. Sudan ranked 85th globally.
Sudan's trade balance has experienced significant fluctuations over the past 66 years, ranging from a peak of 2,457,021,772.94 in 2008 to a trough of -3,710,656,936.76 in 1991. The country's trade balance has consistently struggled to achieve a surplus, with the exception of the early years following independence in 1960 when it recorded a trade balance of 17,518,667.48. By 2025, Sudan's trade balance had deteriorated further, reaching -270,206,773.72, ranking 85th globally. This is comparable to the trade balance of peer countries such as Cabo Verde, which had a trade balance of -281,719,043.29 in 2025. The persistent trade deficit in Sudan is likely to continue, driven by the country's reliance on imported goods and services. A significant improvement in the trade balance may require a substantial increase in exports, particularly in the agricultural and oil sectors, which have been key contributors to the country's economy in the past.
Data & projection
| Year | Trade Balance | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | $-458.2M | - | - |
| 2026* trend | $-364.2M | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $-270.2M | - | - |
| 2025 | $-270.2M | +$4.8M | #85 |
| 2024 | $-275.0M | −$172.2M | #82 |
| 2023 | $-102.7M | −$331.9M | #94 |
| 2022 | $229.1M | +$101.7M | #120 |
| 2021 | $127.4M | +$47.5M | #108 |
| 2020 | $79.9M | +$3.1B | #113 |
| 2019 | $-3.0B | −$856.0M | #40 |
| 2018 | $-2.1B | +$191.3M | #48 |
| 2017 | $-2.3B | −$67.0M | #43 |
| 2016 | $-2.2B | +$614.0M | #50 |
| 2015 | $-2.9B | −$75.3M | #46 |
| 2014 | $-2.8B | +$588.7M | #49 |
| 2013 | $-3.4B | −$310.6M | #41 |
| 2012 | $-3.1B | −$1.7B | #46 |
| 2011 | $-1.4B | −$2.7B | #66 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Sudan matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 2024. Historically, 38% of countries showing this pattern (117 out of 307) saw trade balance improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Sudan's trade balance was $-270.2M in 2025. Ranked 85th globally. This represents a 1.7% increase from the previous year.
Sudan's trade balance peaked at $2.5B in 2008.
The lowest trade balance in Sudan was $-3.7B in 1991.
Sudan ranks 85th globally in trade balance as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NE.RSB.GNFS.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Sudan's trade balance is projected to reach $-270.2M by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The trade balance of Sudan in 2025 was $-270.2M. This ranks 85th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_sudan_trade-balance,
title = {Sudan Trade Balance},
url = {https://historysaid.com/sudan/trade-balance/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}