Lesotho Balance of Trade

Lesotho recorded a trade deficit of 2359.37 million LSL in the second quarter of 2012. Balance of Trade in Lesotho is reported by the Central Bank of Lesotho. Historically, from 2001 until 2012, Lesotho Balance of Trade averaged -1335.45 million LSL reaching an all time high of -746.93 million LSL in September of 2006 and a record low of -2997.28 million LSL in March of 2012. Lesotho runs systemic trade deficits due to import dependency on fuel, food and capital equipment. The main exports are: clothing (40 percent of total exports), diamonds (22 percent), road vehicles, water and wool. Main trading partner are the United States and South Africa. This page includes a chart with historical data for Balance of Trade in Lesotho.