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• Trade deficit increased from $16.56 billion in January 2025 to $22.99 billion.

• Goods exports fell 2.38% YoY to $36.43 billion, the third consecutive month of fall.

• The decline was mainly due to a decrease in petroleum products exports.

• Imports increased by 10.28% to $59.42 billion, driven by rise in electronic goods, gold, non-ferrous metals, iron and steel, and chemicals.

• Non-petroleum exports increased 14.15% to $32.86 billion, indicating exporters’ resilience.

• Electronic goods, drugs, pharmaceuticals, and rice are driving exports, with gems and jewellery showing signs of future growth.