Bulgaria-Gibraltar Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $185.90M total volume •Bulgaria surplus: $185.90M

BulgariaGibraltar

$185.90M

Exports (2023)

GibraltarBulgaria

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$185.90M

Surplus for Bulgaria

Total Trade

$185.90M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Bulgaria and Gibraltar. Green line shows exports from Bulgaria, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

BulgariaGibraltar Exports

$185.90M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
53.0% top product
1Oils and other products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar: n.e.c. in heading no. 2707
$98.61M
53.0% of exports
2Petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils
$87.05M
46.8% of exports
3Telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks
$120,081
0.1% of exports
4Cigarettes: containing tobacco
$79,589
0.0% of exports
5Floating structures: tanks, coffer-dams, landing stages, buoys and beacons
$26,639
0.0% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Bulgaria's export portfolio to Gibraltar demonstrates strategic specialization, with oils and other products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar: n.e.c. in heading no. 2707 representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

GibraltarBulgaria Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 2500cc
$11,943
Infinity% of imports
2Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc
$9,363
Infinity% of imports
3Automatic data processing machines: portable, weighing not more than 10kg, consisting of at least a central processing unit, a keyboard and a display
$4,899
Infinity% of imports
4Vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 2500cc
$1,880
Infinity% of imports
5Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles: fitted with auxiliary motor, reciprocating internal combustion piston engine of cylinder capacity exceeding 500cc but not exceeding 800cc, with or without sidecars: side-cars
$1,374
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Bulgaria's import pattern from Gibraltar reveals significant dependencyin vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 2500cc, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Bulgaria demonstrates competitive strength in exportingoils and other products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar: n.e.c. in heading no. 2707 to Gibraltar, 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 $185.90M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Bulgaria-Gibraltar Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $185.90 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Bulgaria maintains a surplus of $185.90 million
  • Export Focus: Bulgaria's primary exports include oils and other products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar: n.e.c. in heading no. 2707, petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils, telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Gibraltar include vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 2500cc, vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc, automatic data processing machines: portable, weighing not more than 10kg, consisting of at least a central processing unit, a keyboard and a display

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 $185.90M 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 Bulgaria leveraging its comparative advantages in oils and other products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar: n.e.c. in heading no. 2707.

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

Bulgaria's specialization in oils and other products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar: n.e.c. in heading no. 2707complements Gibraltar's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 2500cc.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $185.90M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $185.90M 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 $185.90 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in oils and other products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar: n.e.c. in heading no. 2707 and vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 2500cc demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Bulgaria's trade surplus of $185.90 million 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 petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 2500cc, 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 oils and other products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar: n.e.c. in heading no. 2707 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 Bulgaria and Gibraltar represents a total trade volume of $185.90 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Bulgaria, with exports exceeding importsby $185.90 million.

Export Strengths

Bulgaria's exports to Gibraltar total $185.90 million, with competitive advantages in oils and other products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar: n.e.c. in heading no. 2707, representing $98.61M or53.0% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Gibraltar amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 2500cc, with Vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 2500cc comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

The trade relationship reflects broader economic patterns and comparative advantages. The trade surplus indicates Bulgaria'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