U.S. Goods Trade Deficit Expands in June; Inventories Show Mixed Changes

The U.S. Census Bureau reported that the advance goods trade deficit increased to $101.5 billion in June 2026, a 4.2% rise from May. Concurrently, advance wholesale inventories saw a 0.3% increase to $945.9 billion, while advance retail inventories remained stable. These figures offer insights into U.S. trade balances and inventory levels, which are crucial indicators for assessing economic growth and supply chain health.