US Leads Wire and Cable Exports Growth, Up 48.77% in April 2026

Published: May 20, 2026 15:19

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[Wire and Cable Exports by Country] According to the latest data from the General Administration of Customs, wire and cable exports showed a growth trend in April 2026. By country, the US surged to the top position among wire and cable export destinations with exports up 48.77% MoM to 20,000 mt; Vietnam ranked second with exports up 4.56% MoM to 16,000 mt; and Australia ranked third with exports up 11.88% MoM to 14,000 mt. The three countries combined accounted for nearly 20% of total wire and cable exports.

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