Taiwan’s trade balance strengthened in September 2026, with the surplus rising to 23.63B, up from 22.30B recorded in August 2026. The latest data, updated on 08 October 2026, indicate a continued improvement in Taiwan’s external position over the month.
The month-on-month increase in the trade surplus suggests that exports continued to outpace imports, supporting Taiwan’s overall trade performance as the third quarter drew to a close. While detailed breakdowns of export and import components were not provided, the expansion of the surplus in September reinforces the country’s positive trade momentum heading into the final quarter of 2026.