Exports of U.S. trade bars in May 2026 increased by 30.0 percent compared to April

According to the export data of the US Department of Commerce, exports of light bars (trade bars) to the United States in May this year amounted to 4,748 tons, which is 30.0 percent more than in April and 54.2 percent more than last year. By value, exports of bullion totaled $6.58 million in May, compared with $4.87 million in the previous month and $3.55 million in the same month in 2025. up to 2,560 tons in April and 2,123 tons in May 2025. The other largest export destination was Canada with 1,278 tons. In May of this year, there were no other important destinations (1,000 tons or more) for the export of trade bars from the United States.

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