Group 1 - The trade deficit in the U.S. widened to a four-month high in July, reaching $78.3 billion, an increase of nearly 33% from the previous month, exceeding economists' expectations of $78 billion [1] - Imports surged by 5.9% month-over-month, marking the largest increase of the year, driven primarily by a rise in industrial goods imports [1] - The trade deficit with China expanded for the first time in six months, while the deficit with Mexico slightly increased and the deficit with Canada also widened after hitting a record low in June [1] Group 2 - Monthly fluctuations in trade data have contributed to volatility in the U.S. GDP measurement, reflecting clearer understanding of import tariffs among businesses following agreements with key trade partners [2] - Ongoing trade negotiations between the Trump administration and China continue, with a recent court ruling deeming most of the tariff measures implemented by Trump as illegal, although these measures can remain in effect until October 14 for an appeal to the Supreme Court [2]
关税扰动下企业进口激增 美国7月贸易逆差升至四个月新高
Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2025-09-04 13:33