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U.S. trade
The U.S. November trade deficit was $63B, but that's not the important thing
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Matt Levin
Jan 9, 2024
Trade deficit numbers get a lot of attention in election years. Here are some things to know about the nuance behind the numbers.
Why U.S. agricultural exports are down almost 20% from last year
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Justin Ho
Sep 29, 2023
In August, agricultural exports were about 20% lower than the same time a year ago, according to the Commerce Department. That's because export volumes have fallen, and ag prices are coming off of recent highs.
The Trump Administration’s options around tariffs and quotas
Feb 26, 2018
The Trump Administration is trying to figure out how to act on a campaign promise to make trade with China more fair. One thing the administration is considering is imposing tariffs or quotas on imports of steel and aluminum. The justification? National security. Here’s a look at the theory behind that connection, and the administration’s […]
With tax out of the way, trade will be on Trump’s January agenda
Jan 4, 2018
With a sweeping tax overhaul out of the way, trade could be the next big item on President Donald Trump’s agenda. In the next few weeks, he’ll be making decisions about protecting U.S. industries from global competition. But he’s facing pressure from those who say tariffs will only hurt the U.S. economy. Click the audio […]
Steel heavy on the minds of U.S. leaders on China visit
Jun 6, 2016
China's excess steel production is flooding global markets.
Government further relaxes Cuba trade rules
Jan 27, 2016
Companies will henceforth be able to extend credit to more customers in Cuba.
U.S. embassies: Not just spies and visas
Aug 5, 2013
More than a dozen U.S. embassies remain closed under terror fears, but what exactly will the closures mean?