Imports represent the total value of goods and services purchased by domestic residents, businesses, and the government from foreign sources. This figure is a critical component of the Balance of Trade and reflects the strength of domestic demand. An increase in imports can indicate a robust economy but may also lead to a trade deficit, which can weigh on the currency.
Data is compiled by the Census Bureau and the BEA from customs documentation and surveys, covering both physical goods and intangible services.
| Date | Actual | Forecast | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 7, 2026 | 8258.00 | 8000.00 | +258.00 |
| Jul 7, 2026 | 7471.00 | 7420.00 | +51.00 |
| Jun 8, 2026 | 7105.00 | 8200.00 | -1095.00 |
| May 7, 2026 | 7807.00 | 7690.00 | +117.00 |
| Apr 7, 2026 | 7229.00 | 6220.00 | +1009.00 |
| Mar 9, 2026 | 6298.00 | — | — |
| Feb 9, 2026 | 6869.00 | 7800.00 | -931.00 |
| Jan 7, 2026 | 7691.00 | 7150.00 | +541.00 |
| Dec 9, 2025 | 6606.00 | 7940.00 | -1334.00 |
| Nov 7, 2025 | 7986.00 | 7600.00 | +386.00 |
| Oct 7, 2025 | 7494.00 | 7050.00 | +444.00 |
| Sep 8, 2025 | 6951.00 | 8100.00 | -1149.00 |
| Aug 7, 2025 | 8207.00 | 6940.00 | +1267.00 |
| Jul 7, 2025 | 6959.00 | 6820.00 | +139.00 |
| Jun 9, 2025 | 6973.00 | 6910.00 | +63.00 |
| May 7, 2025 | 7033.00 | 6520.00 | +513.00 |
| Apr 7, 2025 | 6784.00 | 6800.00 | -16.00 |
| Mar 7, 2025 | 6325.00 | 7090.00 | -765.00 |
| Feb 7, 2025 | 7054.00 | 7100.00 | -46.00 |
| Jan 7, 2025 | 7032.00 | 6662.00 | +370.00 |
| Dec 9, 2024 | 6559.00 | 7210.00 | -651.00 |
| Nov 7, 2024 | 7139.00 | 6910.00 | +229.00 |
| Oct 7, 2024 | 6037.00 | 6837.00 | -800.00 |
| Sep 9, 2024 | 6879.00 | 6890.00 | -11.00 |
| Aug 7, 2024 | 7049.00 | 5510.00 | +1539.00 |
| Jul 8, 2024 | 5692.00 | 6420.00 | -728.00 |
| Jun 7, 2024 | 6494.00 | 6590.00 | -96.00 |
| May 7, 2024 | 6543.00 | 6050.00 | +493.00 |
| Apr 8, 2024 | 6182.00 | 7072.00 | -890.00 |
| Mar 7, 2024 | 6030.00 | 6300.00 | -270.00 |
| Feb 7, 2024 | 6522.00 | 6450.00 | +72.00 |
| Jan 8, 2024 | 6224.00 | 6350.00 | -126.00 |
| Dec 7, 2023 | 6444.00 | 6935.00 | -491.00 |
| Nov 7, 2023 | 6780.00 | 6890.00 | -110.00 |
| Oct 10, 2023 | 6366.00 | 7275.00 | -909.00 |
