The U.S. Export Price Index posted a sharp acceleration in May 2026, rising 11.2% year-on-year, according to data updated on 16 June 2026. This marks a notable pickup from April 2026, when export prices were up 8.8% compared with the same month a year earlier.
The figures are based on a year-over-year comparison, with May’s reading measuring the change in export prices relative to May of the previous year, and April’s figure reflecting the change compared with April a year earlier. The jump from 8.8% to 11.2% suggests mounting price pressures on U.S. exports heading into mid-2026, with potential implications for trade competitiveness and revenue in dollar terms.