In 2016, Japan dominated the industrial robot export market with a commanding 36% share; fast forward to 2024, and that lead has been substantially eroded. A new export share chart reveals that while Japan remains in first place, its share has fallen to 21.4%.

The U.S. “reciprocal tariffs” under President Donald Trump’s trade policies are poised to disrupt global trade flows. Data from the White House highlights the top 10 countries most affected by the 2025 tariff hikes, with China, Cambodia, and Vietnam topping the list.