Fiscal deficits often rise when the government increases spending to support the economy, especially during slowdowns or ...

The trade deficit has long been a fixture in political debates, often presented as a sign that America is falling behind economically. Candidates talk about it as if it's a national failing, something ...

One of Trump’s stated goals in using tariffs is to balance out U.S. trade with other countries. The country has historically run a trade deficit, meaning it imports more goods and services than it ...