trade deficit

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The measure aims to narrow India’s widening trade deficit, caused by high energy prices and sustained capital outflows, according to an analyst.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

The US trade deficit grew slightly less than expected in March, government data showed Tuesday, as spending linked to the artificial intelligence buildout boosted imports.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

That yielded a trade deficit of $60.3 billion, versus $57.8 billion in February.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

In March, the trade deficit in the world's biggest economy widened 4.4 percent to $60.3 billion, the Commerce Department said Tuesday.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

Robust growth in non-traditional exports have offset declines   in the maquila exports, while remittances and external aid offset   the trade deficit from high oil prices and strong import demand for   consumer and intermediate goods.

From The 2008 CIA World Factbook by United States. Central Intelligence Agency