Export Performance - July exports increased significantly by 7.2% year-on-year, up from 5.9% in June[6] - Exports to the US saw a decline of 21.7% in July, compared to a 16.1% drop in June, primarily due to the upcoming expiration of tariff exemptions[6] - Exports to non-US regions, particularly ASEAN and Africa, showed strong performance with increases of 16.6% and 42.4% respectively[6] Trade Dynamics - The indirect trade channels are expected to continue supporting exports, particularly for intermediate and capital goods[6] - Capital goods exports to Southeast Asia and Africa maintained high growth rates, with cumulative year-on-year increases of 19.4% and 39.1% respectively over the first five months[6] - The delay in tariff exemption deadlines by the Trump administration has potentially stimulated a new wave of foreign trade orders[6] Market Outlook - The weakening demand in the US market is likely to continue affecting consumer goods exports in the short term[6] - The upcoming expiration of tariff exemptions may limit the support for direct exports to the US, especially for consumer products[6] - The overall import growth in July was supported by stable alternative supply channels for major commodities, with significant increases in imports of grains, soybeans, and crude oil[6]