Bermuda-Bahamas Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $319,146 total volume •Bermuda surplus: $319,146

BermudaBahamas

$319,146

Exports (2023)

BahamasBermuda

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$319,146

Surplus for Bermuda

Total Trade

$319,146

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Bermuda and Bahamas. Green line shows exports from Bermuda, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

Comprehensive breakdown of trade flows by product category, revealing the specialized nature of the Bermuda-Bahamas commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.

BermudaBahamas Exports

$319,146
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
57.8% top product
1Food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10
$184,374
57.8% of exports
2Waters: including mineral and aerated, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavoured
$119,743
37.5% of exports
3Sports footwear: tennis shoes, basketball shoes, gym shoes, training shoes and the like, with outer soles of rubber or plastics and uppers of textile materials
$4,141
1.3% of exports
4Garments: women's or girls', n.e.c. in item no. 6210.3, of the fabrics of heading no. 5602, 5603, 5903, 5906 or 5907 (not knitted or crocheted)
$3,498
1.1% of exports
5Communication apparatus (excluding telephone sets or base stations): machines for the reception, conversion and transmission or regeneration of voice, images or other data, including switching and routing apparatus
$1,245
0.4% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Bermuda's export portfolio to Bahamas demonstrates strategic specialization, with food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10 representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

BahamasBermuda Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Distributed

No detailed product data available

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Bermuda's import pattern from Bahamas reveals significant dependencyin key sectors, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Bermuda demonstrates competitive strength in exportingfood preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10 to Bahamas, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 5+ Categories
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Trade Complementarity

The bilateral relationship showsmoderatecomplementarity, with each country specializing in different sectors.

Specialized Exchange
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Growth Potential

The $319,146 trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Bermuda-Bahamas Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $319.15 thousandrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Bermuda maintains a surplus of $319.15 thousand
  • Export Focus: Bermuda's primary exports include food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10, waters: including mineral and aerated, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavoured, sports footwear: tennis shoes, basketball shoes, gym shoes, training shoes and the like, with outer soles of rubber or plastics and uppers of textile materials
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Bahamas include various products

Strategic Trade Indicators

Trade IntensityHigh
Export DiversificationConcentrated
Trade Balance HealthImbalanced

📈 Market Position: This bilateral trade relationship represents an important regional trade partnerships, with complementary economic strengths driving sustained commercial exchange.

Historical Trade Analysis & Economic Context

Trade Evolution Timeline

2019-2023: Recent Trends

Current trade volume of $319,146 represents the culmination of evolving bilateral commercial relationships, influenced by global supply chain shifts and changing economic priorities.

2015-2019: Growth Period

Sustained expansion in bilateral trade driven by complementary economic structures, with Bermuda leveraging its comparative advantages in food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10.

2010-2015: Foundation Building

Establishment of modern trade frameworks and reduction of barriers, facilitating increased commercial exchange and investment flows between the two economies.

Pre-2010: Early Development

Initial stages of bilateral trade relationship development, with focus on traditional export-import patterns and gradual market integration.

Key Economic Drivers

1

Comparative Advantage

Bermuda's specialization in food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10complements Bahamas's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in manufacturing sectors.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $319,146 bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $319,146 bilateral trade volume positions this relationship for continued growth, supported by technological advancement, evolving consumer preferences, and strengthening economic ties. Key opportunities lie in expanding cooperation in emerging sectors while managing potential supply chain vulnerabilities.

Economic Impact & Strategic Outlook

Economic Impact Assessment

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Trade Volume Impact

The $319.15 thousand bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10 and manufacturing demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Bermuda's trade surplus of $319.15 thousand strengthens its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Export Advantage

Strategic Future Outlook

🚀Growth Opportunities

Emerging Sectors
Technology transfer and innovation cooperation in waters: including mineral and aerated, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavoured present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on traditional sectors, new product categories offer potential for trade expansion.

⚠️Risk Factors

Supply Chain Vulnerabilities
High trade imbalance may create supply chain risks
Market Competition
Global competition in food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10 may affect future market positioning.

🎯Strategic Recommendations

  • Strengthen cooperation in high-value sectors beyond current trade patterns
  • Develop alternative supply chains to reduce dependency risks
  • Explore joint ventures in emerging technology sectors
  • Enhance trade facilitation and reduce transaction costs

Market Position & Competitive Summary

The bilateral trade relationship between Bermuda and Bahamas represents a total trade volume of $319.15 thousand in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Bermuda, with exports exceeding importsby $319.15 thousand.

Export Strengths

Bermuda's exports to Bahamas total $319.15 thousand, with competitive advantages in food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10, representing $184,374 or57.8% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Bahamas amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in manufacturing sectors.

The trade relationship reflects broader economic patterns and comparative advantages. The trade surplus indicates Bermuda's competitive position in this bilateral relationship. This partnership is characterized by complementary trade flows, with each country specializing in different product categories based on their respective economic strengths, industrial capabilities, and position in global value chains.

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Data Source: CEPII BACI (Base pour l'Analyse du Commerce International) • Last Updated: January 2025 • Coverage: 1995-2023