US Trade Deficit Widens to Largest Since April on Higher Imports
- Shortfall grows to $67.4 billion, exceeding all projections
- US imports rise to highest in a year on capital goods, autos
The shortfall in goods and services trade expanded 5.1% from the prior month to $67.4 billion.
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The US trade deficit widened in January by more than forecast, driven by a pickup in the value of imports while exports were little changed.