Year 2025Rank #120 GlobalPeak 69.20% (2022)Source World Bank
United Kingdom Trade Openness (1970–2025)
Overview
United Kingdom's trade openness stood at 67.09% in 2025, a rise of +4.25% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 67.09% by 2025. United Kingdom ranked 120th globally.
Current account surplus with strong export growth (>15% YoY), reserve accumulation, and moderate GDP growth. Typical of commodity exporters during price surges.
United Kingdom matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 1985. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw trade openness improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is United Kingdom's trade openness?▾
United Kingdom's trade openness was 67.09% in 2025. Ranked 120th globally. This represents a 6.8% increase from the previous year.
What was the highest trade openness in United Kingdom?▾
United Kingdom's trade openness peaked at 69.20% in 2022.
What was the lowest trade openness in United Kingdom?▾
The lowest trade openness in United Kingdom was 41.58% in 1972.
How does United Kingdom rank in trade openness?▾
United Kingdom ranks 120th globally in trade openness as of 2025.
What is the World Bank indicator code for trade openness?▾
The World Bank indicator code is NE.TRD.GNFS.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
What is the projected trade openness of United Kingdom in 2025?▾
United Kingdom's trade openness is projected to reach 67.09% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
What is the trade openness of United Kingdom in 2025?▾
The trade openness of United Kingdom in 2025 was 67.09%. This ranks 120th in the world.
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@misc{historysaid_united-kingdom_trade-openness,
title = {United Kingdom Trade Openness},
url = {https://historysaid.com/united-kingdom/trade-openness},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}