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27.08.202612:30:00UTC+00U.S. Goods Trade Deficit Widens Sharply to $118.8 Billion in July 2026

The United States goods trade deficit expanded significantly in July 2026, rising to $118.80 billion from a revised $101.41 billion in June 2026. The latest data, updated on 27 August 2026, indicate a notable deterioration in the balance of trade for physical goods over the month.

July’s wider deficit suggests that the value of U.S. imports of goods continued to outpace exports more aggressively than in the previous period. The roughly $17 billion month‑on‑month increase in the shortfall underscores ongoing pressure on the U.S. trade position in the global marketplace.

The July 2026 reading will be closely watched by market participants and policymakers as they assess its potential implications for overall economic growth, inflation dynamics, and the broader external balance of the United States in the second half of the year.

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