The value of goods imports increased by £3.7 billion (6.9%) in September 2026, with a rise in imports from both EU and non-EU countries. The value of goods exports rose by £2.2 billion (6.5%) in September 2026, with a rise in exports to both EU and non-EU countries. The total goods and services trade deficit widened by £6.2 billion to £10.4 billion in Quarter 3 (July to Sept) 2026, because total imports increased by more than total exports. The trade in goods deficit widened by £6.1 billion to £61.5 billion in Quarter 3 2026, while the trade in services surplus is estimated to have narrowed by £0.1 billion to ... (full story)