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Economics

Trade Deficits and Capital Flows

Quick fact

The U.S. has run a trade deficit every year since 1976, yet it remains the world's largest economy and a top destination for foreign investment.

Why this is interesting

You've probably heard that a trade deficit is bad for a country. But what if the money flowing out to buy imports is matched by money flowing in from investors? What's really happening?