There's growth in trade generally -- imports are up a big chunk, exports are up a big chunk ... there's no change in the overall trend, really.

Markets were caught off-guard by a blow-out trade deficit, ... This could affect growth.

The dollar is responding to long-run factors. We're in a very advantageous economic position and the world is awash in credit.

Trade is balanced. Growth of exports and imports was practically the same.

In response to rapid growth in cross-border trade and the growing need for automating global trade operations, we are expanding our international presence to assist multinational companies in optimizing their financial supply chain. Emmanuel is the ideal choice to lead our European efforts. We are thrilled to have him on board.

A trade deficit like this is unacceptable, ... It lowers our GDP growth.