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Netherlands Faces €16.3 Billion Trade Deficit with US

2/25/2025

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The Netherlands reported a €16.3 billion trade deficit with the US in early 2024, importing €44.4 billion and exporting €28.2 billion.
This deficit has more than doubled since 2019, primarily driven by rising crude oil and natural gas imports.
The US supplies 23% of the Netherlands' crude oil and is a key provider of medical products.
In contrast, Germany and France maintain trade surpluses with the US, highlighting the Netherlands' unique deficit situation.

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The Netherlands reported a €16.3 billion trade deficit with the US in early 2024, importing €44.4 billion and exporting €28.2 billion.
This deficit has more than doubled since 2019, primarily driven by rising crude oil and natural gas imports.
The US supplies 23% of the Netherlands' crude oil and is a key provider of medical products.
In contrast, Germany and France maintain trade surpluses with the US, highlighting the Netherlands' unique deficit situation.