Notes from the Desk: Q2 GDP Set to Soar—Thanks to This Trade Twist
With uncertainty swirling around potential tariff actions — particularly the scope and timing of April’s proposed measures — US importers have accelerated their orders to get ahead of possible disruptions. That pull-forward has distorted economic optics, amplifying trade’s contribution even as domestic demand has remained relatively stable. Imports as a share of GDP rose sharply [...] The post Notes from the Desk: Q2 GDP Set to Soar—Thanks to This Trade Twist appeared first on ETF Trends.
With uncertainty swirling around potential tariff actions — particularly the scope and timing of April’s proposed measures — US importers have accelerated their orders to get ahead of possible disruptions. That pull-forward has distorted economic optics, amplifying trade’s contribution even as domestic demand has remained relatively stable. Imports as a share of GDP rose sharply [...]
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