Among the 55 target countries identified by the Ministry of Trade, Spain became Türkiye’s 6th largest export destination in July. According to data from the Turkish Exporters Assembly (TİM), exports to Spain increased by 11.9% compared to the same period last year, setting a new country-specific record in foreign sales.
Türkiye’s total exports in July rose by 11%, reaching $24.9519 billion. The top export destinations in this period were Germany ($1.8 billion), the United Kingdom ($1.4 billion), the United Arab Emirates ($1.3 billion), the United States ($1.2 billion), and Italy ($1 billion).
By sector – Automotive leads, steel ranks 5th
In exports to Spain, the automotive industry ranked first with $281.5 million. It was followed by ready-to-wear and apparel ($171.6 million), chemicals and chemical products ($123.9 million), and electrical and electronics ($68 million), while the steel sector ranked fifth with $50.5 million.
During the same period, the sectors with the highest growth were automotive (+$73.5 million), chemicals (+$17.2 million), electrical and electronics (+$17.1 million), textiles and raw materials (+$6.1 million), and cereals, pulses, and oilseeds (+$6 million).
“Positive trend will continue”
Vicente Balbin, Chief Representative of Banco Sabadell’s Istanbul Representative Office, stated that this increase reflects the strengthening of Türkiye–Spain trade relations, adding:
“Spain continues to be a strategic partner for Türkiye in the EU market, and we expect this positive trend to continue in the coming months.”
Balbin noted that the growth in exports is supported by increased demand for automotive parts, textiles, and agri-food products, along with strengthened momentum from logistical developments and business delegations.
Top exporting sectors to Spain in July 2025 (million USD):
- Automotive Industry: 281.5
- Ready-to-Wear and Apparel: 171.6
- Chemicals and Chemical Products: 123.9
- Electrical and Electronics: 68.0
- Steel: 50.5
- Textiles and Raw Materials: 44.7
- Mining Products: 29.1
- Iron and Non-Ferrous Metals: 26.5
- Air Conditioning Industry: 23.1
- Machinery and Equipment: 21.8
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