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UK TRADE BALANCE SHOWS SIGNIFICANT DEFICIT IN MAY

The UK recorded a trade deficit of GBP 5,699 million in May, a sharp reversal from the previous surplus of GBP 7,026 million and missing the estimated surplus of GBP 4,605 million. This unexpected widening of the trade deficit may impact the British pound and market sentiment.
Date: 11.07.2025  |  Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

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