https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/u-s-international-trade-in-goods-and-services-july-2026Continuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/u-s-international-trade-in-goods-and-services-july-2026https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/u-s-international-trade-in-goods-and-services-july-2026#u60756Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:55:32 +0000The Trump administration has targeted Canadian goods with new tariffs, specifically mentioning hockey sticks. This escalation occurs as U.S. tourism organizations attempt to attract Canadian visitors through billboards and digital ads to offset the trade conflict. Globally, the Philippines reported record merchandise exports of $54.92 billion from January to July, driven by semiconductor and electronics shipments. Meanwhile, China is expanding the use of the RMB for financing and settlement in Africa, highlighted by a new direct service at Stanbic Bank Tanzania launched August 12.Why it matter https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/u-s-international-trade-in-goods-and-services-july-2026https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/u-s-international-trade-in-goods-and-services-july-2026#u58439Sat, 05 Sep 2026 20:40:27 +0000President Trump has invoked emergency powers and threatened to halt trade with deficit countries to pressure Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh into cutting interest rates. This escalation follows a July trade deficit that topped $88 billion, the highest level since early 2025. The president's demands come after a stronger-than-expected August jobs report. While the U.S. faces these internal trade tensions, other global markets show growth, including a 35-year high for Philippine exports in July and record trade between China's Guangdong province and APEC economies.Why it mattersThe U https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/u-s-international-trade-in-goods-and-services-july-2026https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/u-s-international-trade-in-goods-and-services-july-2026#u57701Sat, 05 Sep 2026 03:47:11 +0000The U.S. trade deficit grew in July 2026, reaching its largest level since early 2025. This expansion was driven by record-high imports of capital goods and an increased trade gap with Asian markets, specifically Vietnam. Bloomberg attributes the widening gap to a push for artificial intelligence. The Bureau of Economic Analysis released the official data for international trade in goods and services for the month.Why it mattersTrade gaps reflect the difference between a nation's imports and exports. A widening deficit can signal strong domestic demand for foreign technology and equipment