Number: RL33577 Title: U.S. International Trade: Trends and Forecasts Authors: Dick K. Nanto and Shayerah Ilias, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division; J. Michael Donnelly, Knowledge Services Group Abstract: This report provides an overview of the current status, trends, and forecasts for U.S. international trade. The purpose of this report is to provide current data and explanations for the various types of trade flows along with a discussion of particular trends and points of contention related to trade policy. Pages: 29 Date: November 26, 2008