El Salvador’s exports reached $3,418.3 million in the first six months of 2025, marking a 6.5% increase compared to the same period last year, according to official figures from the Central Reserve Bank (BCR).

The food industry remained the most dynamic export sector, generating $625.7 million. Leading products included sugar ($159 million), non-classified food products ($84.7 million), and preserved fruits, vegetables, and legumes ($82.7 million). Additional key items were fish, crustaceans, and mollusks ($62.6 million), bakery products ($80.9 million), milling products ($47.3 million), and cocoa, chocolate, and confectionery ($32.15 million).

The beverage sector also expanded, with exports totaling $106.7 million—driven primarily by non-alcoholic beverages, mineral waters, and bottled water ($95.6 million).

In the textile and apparel industry, exports reached $552.7 million, with knitwear and crochet products accounting for $508.2 million. The maquila manufacturing industry contributed $381.1 million during the same period.

The plastics sector registered $295.7 million in exports—an 18.1% increase over 2024—driven by sales of rubber tires, inner tubes, and various plastic products.

The BCR attributed the country’s export growth to the economic policies of President Nayib Bukele’s administration, highlighting their role in fostering investor confidence, legal certainty, and stability for both domestic and foreign markets.

With continued momentum in food, textiles, and manufacturing, El Salvador strengthens its position as a competitive player in the regional and global trade landscape.