Slovakia-Hungary Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $14.77B total volume โ€ขSlovakia surplus: $564.45M

Slovakia โ†’ Hungary

$7.67B

Exports (2023)

Hungary โ†’ Slovakia

$7.10B

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$564.45M

Surplus for Slovakia

Total Trade

$14.77B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Slovakia and Hungary. Green line shows exports from Slovakia, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

Slovakia โ†’ Hungary Exports

$7.67B
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Highly Diversified
Market Share:
15.8% top product
1Electrical energy
$1.21B
15.8% 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
$542.31M
7.1% of exports
3Telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks
$429.74M
5.6% of exports
4Meat preparations: sausages and similar products, of meat, meat offal or blood, and food preparations based on these products
$149.01M
1.9% of exports
5Electric accumulators: parts n.e.c. in heading no. 8507
$119.56M
1.6% of exports
6Cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured
$105.42M
1.4% of exports
7Vehicles: parts and accessories, of bodies, other than safety seat belts
$97.15M
1.3% of exports
8Reception apparatus for television, whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers or sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus: incorporating a colour video display or screen
$83.80M
1.1% of exports
9Iron or non-alloy steel: flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with tin, thickness of less than 0.5mm
$78.71M
1.0% of exports
10Petroleum bitumen: obtained from bituminous minerals
$72.39M
0.9% of exports

๐ŸŽฏ Strategic Export Focus

Slovakia's export portfolio to Hungary demonstrates strong diversification across multiple sectors, with electrical energy representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

Hungary โ†’ Slovakia Imports

$7.10B
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Well Diversified
Critical Imports:
8.2% concentration
1Engines: reciprocating piston engines, of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87, of a cylinder capacity exceeding 1000cc
$583.21M
8.2% of imports
2Vehicle parts: gear boxes and parts thereof
$428.21M
6.0% of imports
3Vehicles: parts and accessories, of bodies, other than safety seat belts
$303.08M
4.3% of imports
4Reception apparatus for television, whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers or sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus: incorporating a colour video display or screen
$293.77M
4.1% of imports
5Electric accumulators: lithium-ion, including separators, whether or not rectangular (including square)
$286.60M
4.0% of imports
6Vehicle parts and accessories: n.e.c. in heading no. 8708
$232.67M
3.3% of imports
7Electric motors and generators: DC, of an output not exceeding 750W
$224.76M
3.2% of imports
8Engines: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines), of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87
$186.51M
2.6% of imports
9Oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude
$129.18M
1.8% of imports
10Electrical energy
$124.66M
1.8% of imports

๐Ÿ“ฆ Import Strategy Analysis

Slovakia's import pattern from Hungary reveals strategic sourcingin engines: reciprocating piston engines, of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87, of a cylinder capacity exceeding 1000cc, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Slovakia demonstrates competitive strength in exportingelectrical energy to Hungary, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 20+ Categories
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Trade Complementarity

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

Highly Balanced
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Growth Potential

The $14.77B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Major Partnership

Executive Summary: Slovakia-Hungary Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $14.77 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Slovakia maintains a surplus of $564.45 million
  • Export Focus: Slovakia's primary exports include electrical energy, 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 Hungary include engines: reciprocating piston engines, of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87, of a cylinder capacity exceeding 1000cc, vehicle parts: gear boxes and parts thereof, vehicles: parts and accessories, of bodies, other than safety seat belts

Strategic Trade Indicators

Trade IntensityHigh
Export DiversificationDiversified
Trade Balance HealthBalanced

๐Ÿ“ˆ Market Position: This bilateral trade relationship represents a significant global 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 $14.77B 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 Slovakia leveraging its comparative advantages in electrical energy.

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

Slovakia's specialization in electrical energycomplements Hungary's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in engines: reciprocating piston engines, of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87, of a cylinder capacity exceeding 1000cc.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $14.77B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationLow
Market DependencyModerate
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $14.77B 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 $14.77 billion bilateral trade volume represents a significant economic factorfor both economies.

Economic Significance: High
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in electrical energy and engines: reciprocating piston engines, of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87, of a cylinder capacity exceeding 1000cc demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Diversified
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Trade Balance Effects

Slovakia's trade surplus of $564.45 million strengthens its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Well Balanced

Strategic Future Outlook

๐Ÿš€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 engines: reciprocating piston engines, of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87, of a cylinder capacity exceeding 1000cc, new product categories offer potential for trade expansion.

โš ๏ธRisk Factors

Supply Chain Vulnerabilities
Moderate concentration in key sectors requires monitoring
Market Competition
Global competition in electrical energy may affect future market positioning.

๐ŸŽฏStrategic 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 Slovakia and Hungary represents a total trade volume of $14.77 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Slovakia, with exports exceeding importsby $564.45 million.

Export Strengths

Slovakia's exports to Hungary total $7.67 billion, with competitive advantages in electrical energy, representing $1.21B or15.8% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Hungary amount to $7.10 billion, highlighting economic interdependence in engines: reciprocating piston engines, of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87, of a cylinder capacity exceeding 1000cc, with Engines: reciprocating piston engines, of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87, of a cylinder capacity exceeding 1000cc comprising8.2% of total imports.

The trade relationship reflects broader economic patterns and comparative advantages. The trade surplus indicates Slovakia'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) โ€ข Last Updated: January 2025 โ€ข Coverage: 1995-2023