Guam-Italy Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $23.37M total volume •Guam deficit: $21.40M

GuamItaly

$985,223

Exports (2023)

ItalyGuam

$22.38M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$21.40M

Deficit for Guam

Total Trade

$23.37M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Guam and Italy. Green line shows exports from Guam, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

GuamItaly Exports

$985,223
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
27.2% top product
1Cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of leather or of composition leather
$268,098
27.2% of exports
2Cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials
$165,582
16.8% of exports
3Footwear: n.e.c. in heading no. 6403, (not covering the ankle), outer soles of rubber, plastics or composition leather, uppers of leather
$124,825
12.7% of exports
4Cases and containers: of a kind normally carried in the pocket or in the handbag, with outer surface of leather or of composition leather
$69,143
7.0% of exports
5Hats and other headgear: knitted or crocheted, or made up from lace, felt or other textile fabric, in the piece (but not in strips), whether or not lined or trimmed: hair-nets of any material, whether or not lined or trimmed
$45,021
4.6% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Guam's export portfolio to Italy demonstrates strategic specialization, with cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of leather or of composition leather representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

ItalyGuam Imports

$22.38M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
24.5% concentration
1Cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials
$5.48M
24.5% of imports
2Cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of leather or of composition leather
$4.68M
20.9% of imports
3Electrical static converters
$1.70M
7.6% of imports
4Cases and containers: of a kind normally carried in the pocket or in the handbag, with outer surface of leather or of composition leather
$1.69M
7.5% of imports
5Jewellery: of precious metal (excluding silver) whether or not plated or clad with precious metal, and parts thereof
$1.35M
6.0% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Guam's import pattern from Italy reveals significant dependencyin cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

🏆

Market Leadership

Guam demonstrates competitive strength in exportingcases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of leather or of composition leather to Italy, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 5+ Categories
🔄

Trade Complementarity

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

Specialized Exchange
📈

Growth Potential

The $23.37M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Guam-Italy Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $23.37 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Guam maintains a deficit of $21.40 million
  • Export Focus: Guam's primary exports include cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of leather or of composition leather, cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials, footwear: n.e.c. in heading no. 6403, (not covering the ankle), outer soles of rubber, plastics or composition leather, uppers of leather
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Italy include cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials, cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of leather or of composition leather, electrical static converters

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 $23.37M 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 Guam leveraging its comparative advantages in cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of leather or of composition leather.

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

Guam's specialization in cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of leather or of composition leathercomplements Italy's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $23.37M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
🔮

Trade Relationship Outlook

The $23.37M 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

💰

Trade Volume Impact

The $23.37 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
🏭

Industrial Integration

Trade flows in cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of leather or of composition leather and cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
⚖️

Trade Balance Effects

Guam's trade deficit of $21.40 million impacts its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Import Dependency

Strategic Future Outlook

🚀Growth Opportunities

Emerging Sectors
Technology transfer and innovation cooperation in cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials, 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 cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of leather or of composition leather 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 Guam and Italy represents a total trade volume of $23.37 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Guam, with imports exceeding exportsby $21.40 million.

Export Strengths

Guam's exports to Italy total $985.22 thousand, with competitive advantages in cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of leather or of composition leather, representing $268,098 or27.2% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Italy amount to $22.38 million, highlighting economic interdependence in cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials, with Cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials comprising24.5% of total imports.

The trade relationship reflects broader economic patterns and comparative advantages. The trade deficit indicates Guam's strategic sourcing from Italy. 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.

Download Bilateral Trade Data

Access detailed trade data between Guam and Italy in multiple formats.

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