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Turnover growth driven by stores selling manufactured goods

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According to Statistics Estonia, in September 2020, the turnover of retail trade enterprises was 643 million euros. Compared to September 2019, turnover increased by 6% at constant prices.

Internal trade

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How successful are Estonian trade enterprises? What goods are sold the most? Considering the number of active enterprises and turnover, internal trade is the largest economic activity in Estonia. It covers wholesale and retail trade as well as repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles. Internal trade is closely connected with other activities – goods that people buy in shops or on the internet come from factories, craftsmen and farmers. The goods are carried by transport enterprises. Consumption of products made in Estonia supports local business, and also means that the goods are delivered to

In May, trade increased

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According to Statistics Estonia, in May 2022, Estonia’s exports of goods increased by 31% and imports by 33% compared to May 2021. Trade grew with most of our main trading partners.

Trading of goods with non-member countries

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Legislation governing trading of goods with non-member countries: Commission Regulation (EU) No 92/2010 of 2 February 2010 implementing Regulation (EC) No 471/2009 of the European Parliament and of the Council on Community statistics relating to external trade with non-member countries, as regards data exchange between customs authorities and national statistical authorities, compilation of statistics and quality assessment. Regulation (EU) No 92/2010 Commission Regulation (EU) No 113/2010 of 9 February 2010 implementing Regulation (EC) No 471/2009 of the European Parliament and of the Council

Imports of goods on the rise again

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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.

Increased imports led to a higher trade deficit in April

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According to Statistics Estonia, in April 2022, Estonia’s exports of goods increased by 4% and imports by 31% compared to April 2021. Faster growth in imports contributed significantly to the increase of trade deficit, which reached 542 million euros in April.

In January, trade grew by more than a third

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According to Statistics Estonia, in January 2022, Estonia’s exports of goods increased by 35% and imports by 36% compared to January 2021. Trade growth was significantly boosted by the increased exports and imports and higher prices of mineral fuels and electricity.