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US trade deficit in surprise fall

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The US trade deficit fell unexpectedly in January, following a big drop in imports of oil and foreign cars.

American exports also fell, a potential blow to the US administration plans to boost the economy with US sales abroad.

Caroline Hepker reports on the challenges facing US exporters.

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