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00:02The U.S. trade deficit widened in December as imports surged,
00:06and the goods shortfall in 2025 reached a record $1.24 trillion, according to Al Jazeera.
00:13The overall trade gap jumped 32.6% to $70.3 billion, above forecasts of $55.5 billion.
00:21Imports rose 3.6% to $357.6 billion, led by industrial supplies, capital goods,
00:29and technology products tied to artificial intelligence investment.
00:32Exports fell 1.7% to $287.3 billion.
00:38The goods deficit with China dropped 32% to $202 billion, while gaps with Taiwan and Vietnam expanded.
00:45Factory employment declined by 83,000 jobs from January 2025 through January 2026.
00:52Economists said tariffs have not materially reduced trade deficits.
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