A widening deficit is reported in the current account, now at 0.5 per cent of GDP. This increase is compared to the same period a year ago, when it was 0.4 per cent of GDP. The value of the deficit is given as USD 4.2 billion.

Merchandise trade is also affected, with a higher deficit now than in the previous year. Services exports have shown growth, with computer and transportation services among the areas with increased activity.

Further information on these economic trends is available, including details on personal transfers and foreign investment.