The Biggest Exporters of Electronics, 2000 vs 2021

What we’re showing

This chart shows how the global electronics trade has become more concentrated in Asia, specifically China and Taiwan.

Key takeaways

• It wasn't too long ago that the U.S. was the world's largest electronic goods exporter.
• Today, over 30% of the world’s electronics come from China.
• Taiwan also plays a major role due to its capabilities in semiconductor manufacturing.