The United Kingdom’s trade balance with non-EU countries deteriorated in June 2026, with the deficit expanding to £10.45 billion, up from £9.58 billion in May 2026. The latest figures, updated on 13 August 2026, indicate a further widening of the gap between imports from and exports to markets outside the European Union.
The movement from May to June underscores mounting external pressures on the UK’s trade position with non-EU partners, suggesting that demand for imported goods and services continues to outpace overseas sales. While the data does not specify the sectoral drivers, the growing shortfall highlights ongoing challenges for the UK’s external accounts as it navigates global economic headwinds and evolving trade relationships beyond the EU.
