According to Statistics Estonia, in August, exports of goods increased by 46% and imports by 40% year on year. Trade growth was significantly influenced by the increase in the exports and imports of mineral fuels and wood and articles of wood.
According to Statistics Estonia, in November 2019, compared to November 2018, the exports and imports of goods decreased by 10%. Trade declined in most commodity sections.
According to Statistics Estonia, in April, exports of goods increased by 54% and imports by 51% year on year. The trade growth was influenced by last year’s low reference base as well as by the increase in exports and imports of mineral products, electrical equipment and transport equipment.
What is Intrastat? Intrastat (Intra-EU Trade Statistics) is a system for collecting data on the trade in goods between European Union countries. It was established in 1993, following the setting up of the European Union single market and the abolition of customs control at internal borders. Estonia joined it on 1 May 2004. In trade between the European Union countries, the terms “arrivals” and “dispatches” are used instead of imports and exports. Most of Estonia’s trade takes place with European Union countries, which means that data on about 70% of foreign trade transactions must be collected
According to Statistics Estonia, in November 2020, compared to November 2019, the exports of goods increased by 9% and imports by 7%. Trade with non-EU countries increased the most.
According to Statistics Estonia, in June 2020, compared to June 2019, the exports of goods remained at the same level and imports decreased by 8%. In the second quarter of 2020, exports decreased by 15% and imports by 18% year on year.
According to Statistics Estonia, in 2013 the expenditure on research and development (R&D) in Estonia equalled 326 million euros, which is 14% less than in 2012.