ANALYSIS OF FOREIGN TRADE ACTIVITIES OF UKRAINE

Abstract

The groups of goods that occupy the largest share in the structure of exports and imports of Ukraine have been determined. In 2023, the largest share in the commodity structure of Ukraine's exports was made up of products of plant origin, fats and oils of animal or plant origin. Among products of plant origin, the largest volumes of exports were cereals and oilseeds. Also significant are the volumes of exports of base metals and products made from them, and certain types of goods from the group: "Finished food products". Such a structure of exports indicates its raw material nature, as well as the potential of Ukraine in the processing industry. The structure of imports of Ukraine in 2023 was dominated by goods with high added value. The largest share in the structure of imports was made up of: "Machinery, equipment and mechanisms, electrical equipment", primarily electric machines. Also, the share of imports of "Mineral products" was significant, among which mineral fuels, oil and products of its processing predominate, which confirms Ukraine's dependence on energy imports. A significant share of imports also falls on imports of goods from the groups: "Land, air and water transport" and "Products of the chemical and related industries", in particular pharmaceuticals, fertilizers and chemical products. That is, it was found that the main share of Ukraine's imports is made up of high-tech goods. Directions for further research on improving Ukraine's foreign trade activities were identified.