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US Trade Deficit Totals $901 Billion in 2025
The U.S. trade deficit reached $901 billion in 2025, despite the implementation of tariffs.
19 Feb, 14:43 — 19 Feb, 15:40
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The U.S. trade deficit reached $901 billion in 2025, despite the implementation of tariffs.
19 Feb, 14:43 — 19 Feb, 15:40
Comparing sources…
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Both outlets confirm the specific figure for the US trade deficit in 2025, showing strong agreement on the core fact. CNBC, however, provides additional context by linking the deficit to policy efforts and discussing its monthly and yearly trends, which Seeking Alpha omits.
The broader context and implications surrounding the trade deficit figure.
The outlet presents the $901 billion figure as a direct, standalone fact without further elaboration or policy context.
The outlet frames the deficit in relation to 'Trump's tariffs,' suggesting the policy did not prevent the deficit, and includes details about its monthly and yearly trends.
The mention of 'Trump's tariffs' in relation to the trade deficit.
Covered by cnbc · Not in seeking-alpha
Information regarding the trade deficit's monthly and yearly trends, such as swelling in December or being essentially unchanged for the year.
Covered by cnbc · Not in seeking-alpha
