The fourth week of October 2026 ended with a US$1.7 billion trade surplus. Exports reached US$8.5 billion, while imports totaled US$6.8 billion, according to the Foreign Trade Secretariat of MDIC.
Total trade for the week reached US$15.2 billion. The preliminary figures help track the pace of Brazilian trade ahead of the monthly close.
For importers and exporters, monitoring these indicators provides context for business planning. Shipping schedules, lead times and costs also require an assessment of each individual operation.