The U.S. goods trade deficit was $85.61 billion in August, while the services trade surplus was $26.06 billion.

The US goods trade deficit in August was $85.61 billion, while the services trade surplus was $26.06 billion. The overall US trade deficit in August was $59.6 billion, compared to a forecast of $61 billion and a revised previous figure of $78.2 billion (originally reported as -$78.3 billion). US exports rose 0.1% month-over-month in August, compared to a 0.3% increase in July; imports fell 5.1% month-over-month, compared to a 5.9% increase in July. (Jinshi)