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Imports
How new China tariffs could affect prices for U.S. business owners, consumers
May 14, 2024
When tariffs increase, costs often go up for business owners, who often then pass some of those increased costs along to consumers.
The U.S. exports more petroleum than it imports. So why are we importing at all?
May 13, 2024
It's largely about the chemistry of the oil and the mechanics of the refineries. In many cases, importing foreign crude is cheaper.
The fallout from a strong dollar
Apr 29, 2024
U.S. exports become more expensive overseas, but imported goods become cheaper here in the U.S.
Import prices rose more slowly in February. That could help bring down inflation.
by
Justin Ho
Mar 15, 2024
The Labor Department reported that the price of imported goods rose 0.3% in February compared to 0.8% the month before.
Americans bought fewer Chinese imports in 2023, but Chinese exporters aren't necessarily hurting
by
Justin Ho
Feb 8, 2024
We bought more imports from Mexico — and Chinese companies have been investing heavily there.
The dollar's falling back to Earth as other countries raise their own interest rates
by
Justin Ho
Aug 22, 2023
A year ago, U.S. exporters were complaining that the dollar was too strong. Not anymore.
Falling import prices are good news in the fight against inflation
by
Justin Ho
Jul 14, 2023
It's mostly down to the falling price of oil, but the ingredients and materials manufacturers use are getting cheaper too.
For public good, not for profit.
U.S. imports rise in April, but share of goods from China decreases
Jun 8, 2023
The share of goods the U.S. imports from China has declined to its lowest level since 2006, as manufacturers and retailers seek to diversify their supply chains.
A strong dollar is hurting exports, helping imports and expanding the trade deficit
Feb 7, 2023
The dollar's strong because the Federal Reserve's been raising interest rates.
Are the latest GDP numbers good news? It depends on how you look at them.
by
Mitchell Hartman
and Justin Ho
Jan 26, 2023
The economy grew, but not as much as expected. Some parts of the economy are slowing, but not as much as expected.