Colombia’s exports posted a strong year-over-year surge in May 2026, with the growth rate rising to 19.20%, according to data updated on 8 July 2026. This marks a notable acceleration from April 2026, when exports grew 11.70% compared with the same month a year earlier.
The figures are based on year-over-year comparisons, measuring how much exports changed in a given month relative to the same month in the previous year. The latest data indicate that Colombia’s external sector gained momentum in May, with the pace of export expansion strengthening significantly compared to April’s performance.