Trade Deficit Narrows As Imports Plunge and Exports Rise

[tyroneweaver]

Trade Deficit Narrows As Imports Plunge and Exports Rise

After the pre-tariff surge in March, imports crashed in April. | Economy

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Trade Deficit Narrows As Imports Plunge and Exports Rise​

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John Carney30 May 2025109
1:15
The U.S. trade deficit in goods contracted far more than expected in April, falling from March’s record high of $162.3 billion to $87.6 billion, according to the Commerce Department’s initial estimate released Friday.

 

[Blaster]

In Trump We Trust!

 

[Votto]

Trade Deficit Narrows As Imports Plunge and Exports Rise

After the pre-tariff surge in March, imports crashed in April. | Economy

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Trade Deficit Narrows As Imports Plunge and Exports Rise​

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Gina Ferazzi / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images
John Carney30 May 2025109
1:15
The U.S. trade deficit in goods contracted far more than expected in April, falling from March’s record high of $162.3 billion to $87.6 billion, according to the Commerce Department’s initial estimate released Friday.

 

[Moonglow]

Trade Deficit Narrows As Imports Plunge and Exports Rise

After the pre-tariff surge in March, imports crashed in April. | Economy

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Trade Deficit Narrows As Imports Plunge and Exports Rise​

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Gina Ferazzi / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images
John Carney30 May 2025109
1:15
The U.S. trade deficit in goods contracted far more than expected in April, falling from March’s record high of $162.3 billion to $87.6 billion, according to the Commerce Department’s initial estimate released Friday.

Hesitation doesn't mean conservation.

 

[Moonglow]

In Trump We Trust!

 

[pknopp]

So its back down to close to where it was before it spiked over Trumps trade war talk.

https://www.wsj.com/livecoverage/stock-market-today-tariffs-trade-war-0530-2025/card/goods-trade-deficit-plummets-in-april-wB0oMVhzSBFXrMprMSlY?gaa_at=eafs&gaa_n=ASWzDAj-TCMaTkQGkoZqcftAwNvrQHpLvZL9mJL8CLqXW9Lp6cqn0x3drXhchmSDbnQ%3D&gaa_ts=683a2097&gaa_sig=9IErSEHR7fREhcOMJb0xW3h_iAOon4rcANo2JHSXuCs-y_wBDXBvaVub6hZ6EMACmuk7WwMYPcwgOC3Om7HGLg%3D%3D

 

[1srelluc]

Non-Breitbart link:

Reuters seems sad.

MSN

Mor Winning!

 

[IM2]

This is from Breitbart.

 

[Toddsterpatriot]

You. You're the more foolish.

 

[0311]

Trade Deficit Narrows As Imports Plunge and Exports Rise

After the pre-tariff surge in March, imports crashed in April. | Economy

www.breitbart.com

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Trade Deficit Narrows As Imports Plunge and Exports Rise​

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Gina Ferazzi / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images
John Carney30 May 2025109
1:15
The U.S. trade deficit in goods contracted far more than expected in April, falling from March’s record high of $162.3 billion to $87.6 billion, according to the Commerce Department’s initial estimate released Friday.

BrainFart. Was sued by Shaye Moss and Ruby over the lies BrainFart told about their conduct as Poll Workers in 2020. BrainFart knew they lied and settled out of court. BrainFart is Reich Wing Nut Job site filled lies and fuck headed conspiracy theories.

 

[Moonglow]

You. You're the more foolish.

The reduction of imports is the reason GDP dropped 2%.

 

[Toddsterpatriot]

The reduction of imports is the reason GDP dropped 2%.

GDP fell 0.2% because of a sudden spike in imports.
Fewer imports would result in an increase in GDP.

 

[Moonglow]

GDP fell 0.2% because of a sudden spike in imports.
Fewer imports would result in an increase in GDP.

The U.S. GDP fell 0.2% in the first quarter of 2025 due to a surge in imports, which contributed to a trade deficit. This contraction was partially offset by increases in investment, consumer spending, and exports.

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

• Trade Deficit Impact:
  A surge in imports, driven by businesses bringing in goods before potential tariffs, led to a larger trade deficit. Trade deficits subtract from GDP because they represent a net outflow of spending to foreign countries.
  
  
• Other Contributing Factors:
  Slower consumer spending and a decline in government spending also contributed to the GDP decline.
  
  
• Offsetting Factors:
  Increases in investment, consumer spending, and exports partially offset the negative impact of the trade deficit.
  
  
• Trade Wars Impact:
  The trade disputes, particularly the imposition of tariffs by President Donald Trump, are a major factor in the decline.
  
  
• Economic Outlook:
  The economy is expected to rebound in the second quarter, but the rapid pace of growth in the second half of 2024 is unlikely to be matched.

 

[Moonglow]

You. You're the more foolish.

You guys and yer no gag reflex of supporting politicians get me laughing.

 

[Toddsterpatriot]

The U.S. GDP fell 0.2% in the first quarter of 2025 due to a surge in imports, which contributed to a trade deficit. This contraction was partially offset by increases in investment, consumer spending, and exports.

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

• Trade Deficit Impact:
  A surge in imports, driven by businesses bringing in goods before potential tariffs, led to a larger trade deficit. Trade deficits subtract from GDP because they represent a net outflow of spending to foreign countries.
  
  
• Other Contributing Factors:
  Slower consumer spending and a decline in government spending also contributed to the GDP decline.
  
  
• Offsetting Factors:
  Increases in investment, consumer spending, and exports partially offset the negative impact of the trade deficit.
  
  
• Trade Wars Impact:
  The trade disputes, particularly the imposition of tariffs by President Donald Trump, are a major factor in the decline.
  
  
• Economic Outlook:
  The economy is expected to rebound in the second quarter, but the rapid pace of growth in the second half of 2024 is unlikely to be matched.

The U.S. GDP fell 0.2% in the first quarter of 2025 due to a surge in imports

Who said you were too old and too stupid to learn from your mistakes?