U.S. Foreign Contracts Surge to $244 Billion in 2025 as Boeing Orders Soar

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U.S. companies secured foreign government contracts worth a massive $244 billion in 2025 with help from the U.S. Commerce Department, marking a sharp rise from the previous year. The increase was driven largely by a surge in aircraft orders for Boeing, according to data released by the Commerce Department’s International Trade Administration.

The total value of these deals was nearly three times higher than the $87 billion recorded in 2024. Officials said the 121 signed contracts include about $206 billion worth of U.S. export content and are expected to support around 844,000 American jobs across different industries.

A major reason for the jump was a strong recovery in Boeing’s aircraft orders. In 2025, Boeing recorded 1,075 net jetliner orders, up from 377 the year before. This became Boeing’s sixth-best year ever for orders and marked the first time in seven years that it outperformed its main rival, Airbus.

Aircraft and jet engine sales made up the largest share of the total. Deals involving Boeing planes and GE Aerospace engines accounted for about $215 billion in value, with export content estimated at $187 billion. One of the biggest agreements was a record order from Qatar Airways for up to 210 widebody aircraft, valued at $96 billion, including engines. The deal was signed during President Donald Trump’s visit to Doha and highlighted close ties between U.S. companies and foreign buyers.

Another major agreement included a $50 billion aircraft deal with Korean Air Lines. This was part of a broader trade and investment arrangement between the United States and South Korea, which also included lower tariffs and large commitments for future investment.

It is important to note that aircraft order values are often based on list prices, and the final amount paid can change depending on factors such as delivery schedules, long-term service contracts, and production costs. Also, aircraft makers usually receive most of the payment when planes are delivered, meaning Boeing will collect much of this revenue years after the orders are signed.

The Commerce Department said its figures only include finalized contracts. Some preliminary aircraft deals announced with countries like Malaysia and Bangladesh were not counted and may appear in 2026 totals if they are completed.

Beyond aviation, U.S. companies also won major deals in other sectors. These included $10 billion in defense contracts, $7 billion in energy projects, and $3.4 billion in technology deals covering areas such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, fintech, and healthcare. Infrastructure projects also played a role, including a $4.2 billion contract won by locomotive maker Wabtec to supply heavy-haul locomotives to Kazakhstan.

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said the results show strong momentum for U.S. manufacturing and exports. He added that while 2025 was a record year, the government aims to build further growth by helping American companies compete and win abroad.

Overall, the surge in foreign contracts highlights how global demand, especially for aircraft, and strong government support combined to deliver a landmark year for U.S. exports and jobs.

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