US EditionCanada's trade deficit narrows in December, share of exports to US shrinks further
Exports rose 2.6% led by an 18% surge in metals and minerals, while the U.S. share of Canadian exports dropped to a record low outside the pandemic period.
- Statistics Canada reported a narrowed Canadian merchandise trade deficit of $1.3 billion in December, compared to a revised $2.6 billion deficit in November.
- Total exports rose 2.6% to $65.6 billion in December, boosted by an 18% increase in metal and non-metallic mineral product exports, mainly unwrought gold.
- Imports rose 0.6% to $66.9 billion, driven by imports of motor vehicles, parts and energy products, while exports to the United States accounted for 67.4% of total exports, down from 76.2% a year ago.
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The country's trade deficit narrowed in December to $1.3 billion, with export growth exceeding that of imports, says Statistics Canada on Thursday.
Canada's Trade Deficit Shrinks Amid Export Surge
Canada's merchandise trade deficit narrowed in December, with exports rising faster than imports. The share of exports to the US reached a historic low, though outbound shipments increased. Economic momentum was driven by metals and mineral exports, notably unwrought gold. Imports also saw gains, especially from passenger vehicles and energy products.
Canada's trade deficit narrows in December, share of exports to US shrinks further
Canada's international merchandise trade deficit narrowed in December as exports grew faster than imports, and its share of exports to the United States dropped to its lowest level on record, barring the COVID-19 months, data showed on Thursday.
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