Why the US Trade Deficit Widened Even as Exports Hit a Record

The US trade deficit widened to $77.6 billion in May, even as exports climbed to a record $3.75 trillion annualized pace. In this episode, Lucas and Luna dig into the paradox: why are imports growing faster than exports, and what does that say about the US economy? They break down the numbers, the role of a weaker dollar, and what it means for GDP growth. Plus, they explore the surprising twist: the services surplus is shrinking, and that's a bigger deal than the goods deficit. If you've ever wondered why trade deficits keep widening no matter what the Fed or the White House does, this episode is for you. #USTradeDeficit #Exports #Imports #TradeBalance #Economics #GDP #Dollar #ServicesSurplus #TradeData #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #Economy #TradePolicy #CurrentAccount #Macro #TradeWar #GlobalTrade #BalanceOfPayments Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo