China's Exports to the US Surge to 5-Year High
VNExpress Kinh Doanh • 06/09/2026
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Summary
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China's exports to the US rose 35.4% year-over-year, the highest in five years, continuing to recover after plummeting in 2025 due to tariffs. China's trade surplus in May reached $105.4 billion.
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Background & Analysis Scope
- China's exports to the US have surged, affecting China's trade surplus.
- China's trade surplus for May stood at $105.4 billion, higher than expected.
Impact mechanism
- Strong exports will lead to a flow of funds into manufacturing and export sectors.
- Expectations for China's economic growth will be raised, leading to changes in the value and profit margins of manufacturing and export companies.
- The level of surprise from the news is high, as China's exports to the US had decreased sharply in 2025 due to tariffs.
- Industry/Stock Group Benefiting or Under Pressure:
- Benefiting:
- Companies that manufacture and export goods from China, such as Vingroup (VIC), Masan Group (MSN), and Vinamilk (VNM).
- Companies specializing in logistics and transportation services, such as Saigon Port (SPJ).
- Under Pressure:
- Companies that manufacture and export goods from the US, such as FPT Corporation (FPT), and No Va (NVA).
Risks to Watch
- Risks of changes in trade policies between the US and China.
- Risks of a sharp decline in China's exports to the US due to external factors.
Near-term time frame
- China's exports to the US will continue to increase in the coming months.
- China's trade surplus will continue to increase in the coming months.
- Funds will continue to flow into the manufacturing and export sectors.
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Source excerpt
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Last month, China's exports to the US rose 35.4% compared to the same period last year, continuing to recover after plummeting in 2025 due to tariffs.