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Trade Balance

US trade deficit narrows to $105 billion in October

The United States recorded a trade deficit of $105 billion, slightly better than the forecast of $107.9 billion and the previous month's $105.6 billion.

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ISM Services

US services activity slows as new orders fall

The ISM services index came in at 54.5, below the 54.8 forecast and down from 54.9. New orders dropped to 55.9, while employment rose to 51.4.

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