In 2025, Greek exports experienced a negative trend, marking a 2.8% decrease compared to the previous year, as reported by ELSTAT. The total value of exports dropped to 48.6 billion euros from 50 billion euros in 2024. However, excluding petroleum products, there was a notable growth of 2%, amounting to an increase of 725.6 million euros. When also excluding ships from the calculations, the growth further jumped to 2.2%, demonstrating some sectors' resilience in adverse conditions despite the overarching decline in overall exports.

Notably, December 2025 showed a slight recovery with the total export value reaching 4.109 billion euros, a 0.7% increase from 4.079 billion euros in December 2024. This marginal growth in December may reflect strategic adjustments by exporters aimed at compensating for earlier losses in the year. In particular, the food industry emerged as the leading sector in terms of export growth, showcasing its significance in stabilizing the Greek export landscape amidst challenges faced in other areas.

The findings point to a complex landscape for Greek exports, with certain fields adapting successfully to market demands while others struggle. The resilience of the food sector could be a beacon for further investment and policy focus, as Greece seeks to enhance its export capacities and mitigate the impacts of negative trends in other sectors. Understanding these dynamics will be critical for stakeholders in shaping future strategies and fostering economic growth in the coming years.