FX.co ★ U.S. Imports Remain Close to Record High

In February 2025, U.S. imports of goods and services slightly decreased to $401.1 billion, barely changing from January's record high of $401.2 billion. This figure reflects increased consumer and business purchases in anticipation of new tariffs implemented by the Trump administration in early March. The rise in imports was driven by a $2.4 billion increase in consumer goods, including cell phones, household items, and pharmaceuticals, alongside a $1.0 billion rise in capital goods, such as computers and medical equipment. However, these were partially counterbalanced by a $4.2 billion decrease in industrial supplies and materials, significantly attributed to reductions in finished metal shapes and nonmonetary gold.