US Imports Drop Sharply Amid Tariff Impact
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U.S. goods imports experienced the largest monthly decline on record in April, largely due to the impact of President Trump's tariffs, with trade with China reaching its lowest since the start of the pandemic; however, this does not necessarily indicate a weakening economy, as companies are now drawing down inventories accumulated in anticipation of tariffs.
- U.S. imports see largest plunge on record in April Axios
- Imports Plummet in April as Tariffs Weigh on Trade The New York Times
- Tariffs prompt record plunge in US imports, cutting trade deficit BBC
- US trade deficit narrowed significantly amid Trump's tariff escalation ABC News
- Imports plunge in early sign of Trump tariff impact Politico
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