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U.S. trade deficit widens as exports hit five-and-a-half-year low

The Commerce Department said on Friday the trade gap increased 2.2 percent to $45.7 billion. December's trade deficit was revised up to $44.7 billion from the previously reported $43.4 billion. Economists polled by Reuters had forecast the trade deficit widening to $44.0 billion in January.

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U.S. trade deficit widens as exports hit five-and-a-half-year low

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U.S. payrolls surge, bolster Fed rate hike prospects

U.S. employment gains surged in February, the clearest sign yet of labor market strength that could further ease fears the economy was heading into recession and allow the Federal …

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U.S. payrolls surge, bolster Fed rate hike prospects