The given chart illustrates the export earnings of one country in different categories between 2015 and 2016. The given table depicts the percentage change in export earnings over the one-year period.
Overall, upon analyzing the data, it is clear that petroleum and engineered goods accounted for the highest proportion of earnings, while textiles earned the least figure. By contrast, the figures for all categories increased except gems and jewellery, which witnessed a downward trend.
In 2015, petroleum dominated at approximately $62 billion, exceeding all other types. Engineered goods ranked second at nearly $58 billion, followed by gems and jewellery and agricultural products at about $42 billion and $31 billion, respectively. Meanwhile, textiles were the least earner at nearly $26 billion. In 2016, petroleum and engineered goods had increased to $60 billion, respectively. Textiles showed a notable growth, reaching up to $30 billion. While gems and jewellery decreased slightly and reached $40 billion. Meanwhile, earnings from agricultural products remained constant in both years.
In terms of percentage change, the value of four products rose. Petroleum, engineered, and agricultural goods comprised 3%, 8.5%, and 0.81% each. Textiles consisted of the highest value at 15.24%. By contrast, the value of gems and jewellery experienced a decline, accounting for 5.18% in 2016.