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Australia’s trade surplus grew in January but fell short of forecasts, as steady imports countered a surge in exports driven by rising gold demand. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, the trade surplus rose to A$5.62 billion from December’s A$4.92 billion, below expectations of A$5.85 billion.
Exports climbed 1.3%, outpacing December’s 1.2% increase, fueled by strong demand for non-monetary gold amid global economic uncertainty. The ongoing trade wars have heightened investor interest in gold, boosting Australia’s exports. Meanwhile, imports dipped 0.3% in January, reversing the previous month’s 5.9% jump. The decline was largely due to reduced demand for capital goods, particularly civil aircraft.
Despite the positive export growth, the lower-than-expected trade surplus suggests external pressures continue to shape Australia’s trade landscape. Investors and policymakers will closely monitor these trends as global economic conditions evolve.
