Global Trade Outlook and Statistics

The WTO Global Trade Outlook presents a comprehensive analysis of global trade dynamics, providing projections and assessments for both goods and services trade volumes. This dataset serves as a resource for understanding the trends in international trade.

Key Data Components:
Merchandise Trade Volume Forecasts: Projections for global merchandise trade volumes, including anticipated growth rates and underlying factors influencing trade flows.

Services Trade Volume Forecasts: Estimates for global services trade volumes, highlighting key sectors and regions contributing to trade activities.

Trade Policy Developments: Insights into recent trade policy changes and their potential impacts on global trade patterns.

Geopolitical and Economic Factors: Analysis of geopolitical events and economic conditions affecting trade, such as inflation rates, energy prices, and supply chain disruptions.

Temporal Coverage: Annual projections, with comparisons to previous years to highlight trends and shifts.

Sectoral Classification: Data is categorized by trade in goods and services, with further subdivisions by sector and region.