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US trade deficit widens in March as AI driven imports surge
International
Published on 5 May 2026
AI and autos pushed imports higher than exports
America’s trade deficit edged up in March as imports climbed on the back of fresh AI investments and stronger demand for automotive products. At the same time, US exports of crude oil and petroleum derivatives rose. The shift follows a recent Supreme Court decision tied to tariffs, adding uncertainty to how trade flows could change next.
- March trade deficit rose slightly amid stronger import growth
- AI spending and automotive products helped drive import demand
- US crude and petroleum derivatives exports increased
- Tariff ruling backdrop may influence future trade patterns
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