The U.S. economy just shrank by 0.3 percent in the first quarter of 2025. It’s the first time the economy has contracted since 2022. The trigger? A sharp rise in imports ahead of expected tariffs tied to trade policy changes under President Trump’s second term.
On paper, a surge in imports sounds like activity. More…
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