FX.co ★ Russian Trade Surplus Narrows in August

In August 2025, Russia's trade surplus declined to $7.47 billion, compared to $8.65 billion in the same month the previous year. There was an 8.9% decrease in exports, reaching $31.53 billion, marking the lowest level since January. This decline was primarily driven by reduced demand from China, which significantly decreased its crude oil purchases that month. Imports experienced a 7.3% decrease, totaling $24.06 billion, indicative of weakened domestic demand and the ongoing effects of Western sanctions, which continue to restrict access to foreign goods and technology.