Ga. breaks export record

Georgia topped $53.1 billion in exports last year, a year-over-year increase of 6.4% that outpaced the national average of 2.3%, according to the governor’s office. The state also moved up a rank to sixth in the country for dollar value of trade, “serving as a global gateway” to facilitate more than $198.7 billion in trade to 222 unique countries and territories, Gov. Brian Kemp said Friday.

“With more than 87% of Georgia exporters being small businesses, these record-breaking numbers represent economic opportunity and success in every corner of the state,” Kemp added. “In 2024, Georgia outpaced the national average for growth in exports and moved up another rank in total trade, further demonstrating that our strategic investments and commitment to working with job creators to meet their needs are delivering results for hardworking Georgians.”

Georgia retained its No. 12 ranking in the U.S. for dollar value of exports. Civilian aircraft and ancillary parts remained the state’s No. 1 export, followed by motor vehicles, data processing machines (computers), electrical apparatus for line telephony (telephone sets), and medical devices. 

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