The US trade deficit widened to $77.6 billion in May as capital goods imports hit record highs, driven by AI-related semiconductor and data center spending.

The US trade deficit widened to $77.6B in May 2026, up from $54.6B in April, driven by a $23.6B surge in the goods deficit that exceeded forecasts.

The US trade deficit surged to $77.6 billion in May 2026, up from $54.6B in April, as imports rose 3.3%. Here's what it means for crypto investors.

US trade deficit jumped 42% to $77.6 billion in May as AI investment drove capital goods imports to a record high, weighing on GDP growth.

The United States trade deficit significantly widened in May. Imports of capital goods reached a record high, driven by artificial intelligence investments. Exports experienced a…

Imbalance soars to $77.6bn in May as imports outpaced exports, driven by pharmaceuticals and semiconductors.

The US trade deficit widened to $77.6 billion in May as capital goods imports hit record highs, driven by AI-related semiconductor and data center spending.

The US trade deficit surged 42.2% to $77.6 billion in May 2026, driven by record capital goods imports and falling exports, with implications for crypto