US Economy Strong, Trade Deficit Dropping--But Trump's Protectionism May Backfire
  • 6 years ago
Reuters reports the U.S. trade deficit fell to a seven-month low in April.
Exports rose to a record high, lifted by more shipments of industrial materials and soybeans.
Data ranging from manufacturing to consumer spending and the labor market was strong.
The Atlanta Fed estimates growth in the second quarter will top a 4% annualized rate.
The economy grew at a 2.2 percent pace in the first quarter.
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