In 2004, Ukrainian exports of goods exceeded imports by 3,676.3 million dollars. This is reported by "Ukrainian News" with reference to the State Statistics Committee.
During 2004, the balance of trade in goods improved by 3,629.6 million dollars compared to 2003. Exports of goods in 2004 amounted to 32,672.3 million dollars, having increased by 41.6% compared to 2003. Imports of goods amounted to 28,996 million dollars, having increased by 26%.
Recall that in January-November 2004, exports of goods exceeded imports by 3,412.4 million dollars. For 2003, the balance of trade in goods worsened by 920.9 million dollars compared to 2002 from 980.3 million dollars to 59.4 million dollars.