AI Data Insight
The year-over-year growth rate of U.S. total exports of goods and services reached 13.32% in the first quarter of 2026, further expanding from the previous 12.16%. The overall trade deficit narrowed to $57.3 billion, outperforming market estimates, mainly benefiting from strong overseas sales of industrial supplies such as non-monetary gold and natural gas. Going forward, attention should be paid to the potential pressure of a strong U.S. dollar on medium-term export competitiveness.