FX.co ★ Colombia Exports Jump Rise in May

Colombia’s exports increased 19.2% year-on-year to USD 5.19 billion in May 2026, accelerating from an 11.7% rise in April. The overall expansion was driven primarily by a 33.3% jump in fuel and mining exports, largely reflecting a 32.4% increase in shipments of petroleum and petroleum products. Exports of agricultural goods, food, and beverages inched up 0.7%, supported by stronger sales of cut flowers and foliage (up 24.9%) and of coffee extracts, essences, and concentrates (up 89.2%). Manufactured exports edged 0.2% higher, led by chemicals and related products (up 8.0%) and by machinery and transport equipment (up 12.6%). Exports from other sectors surged 67.0%, mainly owing to a sharp rise in shipments of non-monetary gold. At the same time, crude oil exports amounted to 11.4 million barrels, 18.1% lower than a year earlier.