The U.S. international trade deficit expanded significantly in May, reaching $77.6 billion, the largest figure in over a year. Imports surged, particularly in capital goods and consumer pharmaceuticals, which contributed to a 42% month-on-month increase in the deficit. This widening of the trade gap, while slightly below some forecasts, has raised concerns regarding the impact on second-quarter economic growth. Additionally, exports fell by 3.2% during the same period, further exacerbating the trade imbalance. Notably, this trend comes amid an ongoing boom in artificial intelligence imports, indicating a shift in trading patterns.