Ecuadorian exports could fall considerably this 2026 amid tariff conflict with Colombia
Ecuadorian exports broke a record in 2025, reaching 29,402 million dollars. Photo: Supplied
TL;DR
- Ecuador's non-oil exports hit a record $29.4 billion in 2025, an 18% increase from 2024.
- Export growth is predicted to slow to 7% in 2026 due to US and Colombian tariffs.
- Shrimp, tuna, and broccoli exports face significant US tariffs, putting Ecuadorian producers at a disadvantage.
- Colombia's reciprocal tariffs of 30% on over 50 Ecuadorian products are already causing order suspensions for some companies.
- Exporters propose government measures to reduce production costs and tax burdens to improve competitiveness.
- Additional proposals include streamlining port container scanning processes to reduce annual costs.
- Ecuador hopes to benefit from upcoming trade agreements with Canada, South Korea, and the UAE, and initiate negotiations with Panama.