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Monday, Aug 03, 2026
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El Salvador Records Largest Monthly Trade Deficit as Imports Surge

The Central Reserve Bank reported a record monthly trade deficit exceeding 1.1 billion United States dollars after imports from regional partners rose sharply to meet stronger domestic demand for construction materials and consumer goods.
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