El Salvador's imports reached a record USD 11,145.5 million by July 2026, widening the trade gap.

El Salvador recorded a trade deficit of USD 7,108.8 million during the first seven months of 2026. According to data from the Central Reserve Bank (BCR), the country's total imports reached a record high of USD 11,145.5 million, while exports for the same period totaled USD 4,036.7 million.

This discrepancy between import volume and export value has resulted in a significant expansion of the nation's commercial gap. The figures reflect the current economic performance of the country's international trade sector as of July 2026.