Did US exports improve tremendously after Madison took office?

After James Madison took office in 1809, U.S. exports did not improve tremendously. In fact, they faced significant challenges due to ongoing tensions with Britain and France, particularly as a result of the Napoleonic Wars. The Embargo Act of 1807, which restricted trade, continued to negatively impact exports during Madison's early presidency. It wasn't until after the War of 1812 that U.S. exports began to recover and grow significantly.