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U.S. trade deficit slipped to $901 billion last year amid Trump tariffs

  • The Commerce Department reported Thursday that the trade deficit narrowed to over $901 billion from $904 billion in 2024.
  • In April, U.S. companies front-loaded imports to beat the 10% across-the-board duty, imposed after President Donald Trump announced tariffs, including reciprocal levies.
  • Trade data show China’s goods deficit plunged nearly 32% to $202 billion while the gaps with Taiwan and Vietnam rose sharply to $147 billion and $178 billion last year.
  • The Commerce Department reported a $339 billion services surplus last year, while December's goods and services shortfall totaled $70.3 billion, up $17.3 billion from November.
  • Despite aims, tariffs 'haven't had as much impact on inflation,' analysts note, as Trump softened positions and negotiations continue, affecting U.S. policy and the dollar.
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The trade deficit in goods reached a record high in 2025 in the United States, despite the tariffs put in place by the Trump administration.

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Despite the high tariffs imposed by President Trump on many countries, the US trade deficit has fallen a little in the past year.

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US trade deficit in goods widens to new record in 2025

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Donald Trump imposed punitive tariffs on many countries last year. Nevertheless, the US import surplus is still large. The US is still the main loser of tariffs.

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