The US Trade Deficit Hits $105 Billion

The U.S. trade deficit is widening, reaching $105 billion. Despite tariffs, the deficit has continued to grow, partly driven by rising imports to support the expansion of AI infrastructure. With a strong U.S. dollar making foreign goods relatively cheaper, importing can remain more cost-effective than domestic production, even amid inflationary pressures. 

Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, U.S. Census Bureau 

Seasonally Adjusted, 3 months moving average

This graph was produced by Lucas Juery, CFA, CFPⓇ and is not intended to provide financial advice.