US Treasury Secretary Bessent says trade deficit with China can drop further

Bessent's remarks on the trade deficit suggest potential for improving US-China relations, which could stabilize bilateral trade dynamics.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 15 Apr 2026, 18:12 UTCOn the live feed at 17:52 UTC — 8 more headlines followed before this page went public

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If realized, a reduced trade deficit might influence sentiment in both US equities and commodities, particularly those sensitive to Chinese demand. Traders should watch for any subsequent policy developments that might affect trade negotiations and currency flows.

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