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In the first six months of this year, the deficit ballooned to nearly $48 billion, for one main reason (more on that below).
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The US trade deficit with Switzerland ballooned to nearly $48 billion in the first six months of this year.
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{
    "date": "2025-08-08",
    "year": "2025",
    "country": "Switzerland",
    "time_period": "First six months",
    "deficit_amount": "$48 billion"
}
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September 11, 2025 at 9:00 PM (3 days ago)
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September 11, 2025 at 9:00 PM (3 days ago)

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https://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/08/business/tariffs-switzerland-trump.html

President Trump imposed a 39% tariff on Swiss goods due to a large trade deficit. The high tariffs impact Swiss exports like watches, pharmaceuticals, and gold, prompting negotiations.

International Trade
US Politics
Tariffs
Switzerland
Trade Deficit
Trump Administration

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