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Merchandise Trade (Oct.)

The year-on-year contraction in export values deepened last month. But this was mainly due to lower export prices. Export volumes were little changed after hitting a record high in September. We doubt this strength will persist, however, given the still challenging global outlook. Import volumes surged to a record high, and should remain strong in the near-term as fiscal support boosts commodity demand.

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