Ecuadorean shrimp sales rebound in 2025, surpass oil exports-producers' association

Core Insights - Ecuadorean shrimp exports reached a record $8.4 billion in 2025, marking a 20% year-on-year increase, driven by higher U.S. tariffs and consistent sector investment [1] - Shrimp has become Ecuador's top export, surpassing oil, which generated $7.18 billion in exports, a 19% decline from the previous year [5] Export Dynamics - The U.S. tariffs imposed on India, the largest shrimp supplier to the U.S., provided a competitive advantage for Ecuador, which faced lower tariffs [2] - China remains the largest market for Ecuadorian shrimp, accounting for approximately 48% of total output, while the U.S. market has grown to 22-23% due to investments in value-added products [3] Future Outlook - The industry aims to maintain export volumes and target a growth of around 5% in 2026, despite external uncertainties and aggressive competition [4]