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> I guess, but goods trade deficit is still a goods trade deficit. Isn't that what trump was complaining about? He also has a bit of a habit of saying disputab
by danbolt 8y ago
> I guess, but goods trade deficit is still a goods trade deficit. Isn't that what trump was complaining about?
He also has a bit of a habit of saying disputable or incorrect things. I think he should keep away from cable news too. ;)
The ”trade deficit” numbers vary a lot depending on who you talk to. The US will send an unprocessed product from Mexico and declare it as a US export, while Canada will tally it as being from Mexico. This often leads to big differences reported between the two countries when it comes to goods. [1][2]
[1] https://ustr.gov/countries-regions/americas/canada https://ustr.gov/countries-regions/americas/canada
[2] https://business.financialpost.com/news/economy/is-trump-right-about-trade-with-canada-it-depends-who-you-ask https://business.financialpost.com/news/economy/is-trump-rig...