A shutdown will affect farmers exporting products from Canada, mostly to Europe and the Middle East.

If the conflict widens to include direct confrontation with other nations in the Middle East, the economic shockwaves could be significant.

Brazil breaks America’s near-lock on the top spot for half a century. But corn growers are still doing fine.

Can you figure out what country exports, say, both crude oil and leather footwear? Gilberto García-Vazquez of Datawheel explains the game.

A year ago, U.S. exporters were complaining that the dollar was too strong. Not anymore.

The share of goods the U.S. imports from China has declined to its lowest level since 2006, as manufacturers and retailers seek to diversify their supply chains.

Some of the increase reflects growing economies in other countries. And it’s welcome news for U.S. factories, one economist says.

The dollar’s strong because the Federal Reserve’s been raising interest rates.

Imports fell more than exports.

The greenback’s strength has made it tough for U.S. businesses to compete overseas.