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US trade gap widens in March as AI-related spending lifts imports

Government data showed the US trade deficit grew slightly less than expected in March as imports rose on spending tied to the artificial intelligence buildout.

Published May 5, 2026, 9:37 AM EDT | WFMZZ

The US trade deficit grew slightly less than expected in March, government data showed Tuesday. Spending linked to the artificial intelligence buildout helped push up imports.