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WorldCity Connecting the multinational business and trade community based in the greater Miami area.

WorldCity is a media company focused on the connections between local communities and the global economy through its website, a series of events in Miami for multinational professionals and a series of annual import-export trade publications for leading Customs districts around the United States.

01/16/2025

"U.S. trade with the world today is vastly different in many respects from the world Donald Trump encountered when he entered the White House as president for the first time, in 2017." writes Ken Roberts for Forbes today.

A look at labor, data, deficits, more.

Full story: https://bit.ly/ForbesKenTrumpnTrade



Data-driven storytelling, made simple.

"But among the 1,232 other import categories are some laggards. Just six of them, our focus here, are down $20.91 billio...
12/16/2024

"But among the 1,232 other import categories are some laggards. Just six of them, our focus here, are down $20.91 billion, when compared to the same 10 months of last year." writes our President Ken Roberts on Forbes.com.

Story: https://bit.ly/ImportsTariffsTradeDataGuy

12/06/2024

↗️ Here are the top 5 fastest-growing *BORDER CROSSINGS* in the U.S. according the latest U.S. Census Bureau trade data we analyze.

The two primary partners for these crossings are Canada and Mexico.

The growth is based on one-year change through September 2024 compared to the same period one year earlier.

Data: https://ustradenumbers.com/united-states/



Data-driven storytelling, made simple.

12/05/2024

↗️ Here are the top 5 fastest-growing *SEAPORTS* in the U.S. according the latest U.S. Census Bureau trade data we analyze.

The top U.S. imports that arrive by sea include passenger vehicles, oil, and gasoline.

The growth is based on one-year change through September 2024 compared to the same period one year earlier.

Data: https://ustradenumbers.com/imports/



Data-driven storytelling, made simple.

(Next: fastest-growing border crossings).

"Trump’s Mexico, Canada Tariffs Far More Risky Than Those On China" writes Ken Roberts for Forbes."First, Canada is the ...
11/27/2024

"Trump’s Mexico, Canada Tariffs Far More Risky Than Those On China" writes Ken Roberts for Forbes.

"First, Canada is the source of 58% of U.S. imported oil, Mexico another 7.4%, according to the latest U.S. Census Bureau data. While oil markets are complex, a 25% tariff on Canadian oil in particular would have the potential to be inflationary at a time when the Federal Reserve continues to try to tamp it down."

Full story: https://www.forbes.com/sites/kenroberts/2024/11/27/trumps-mexico-canada-tariffs-far-more-risky-than-those-on-china/

Data-driven storytelling, made simple.

11/27/2024

↗️ Here are the top 5 fastest-growing *AIRPORTS* in the U.S. according the latest U.S. Census Bureau trade data we analyze.

This group of diverse (air)ports fly out of five different states: Kentucky/Ohio, Washington, California, Texas and Hawaii.

The growth is based on one-year change through September 2024 compared to the same period one year earlier.

Data: https://ustradenumbers.com/united-states/



Data-driven storytelling, made simple.
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11/25/2024

↗️ Here are the top 5 fastest-growing ports in the U.S. according the latest U.S. Census Bureau trade data we analyze.

Three airports, one seaport and one border crossing are on the list.

The growth is based on one-year change through September 2024 compared to the same period one year earlier.

Data: https://ustradenumbers.com/united-states/



Data-driven storytelling, made simple.

11/09/2024

🚲 U.S. imports of children's toys and bikes are mostly "wrapped" by October.

The months of August and September see the most import of toys. This September 2024 the U.S. imported $2.37 billion in toys, not a record, but close to it for one single month.

And yes, over 75% of these toys bear the Made in China mark.



Data-driven storytelling, made simple.

11/06/2024

📌 The latest trade data is out through September 2024 according to our latest analysis U.S. trade is up 4.07 YTD.

Get the latest port rankings: https://ustradenumbers.com/ports/

Data-driven storytelling, made simple.

to three years ago when our TradeMatters topic: Made in China, of Course. But, What about Made in the U.S.A.? by Ken R...
10/31/2024

to three years ago when our TradeMatters topic: Made in China, of Course. But, What about Made in the U.S.A.? by Ken Roberts shared top commodities going to .

Update 2021 to 2024, U.S. goods to China
💻 U.S. made computer chip exports to China (China now 2nd behind Mexico for these, after ranking first)
💻 U.S. made semiconductor part exports to China, now our most important market
💉 U.S. made Medical instrument's top market is now The Netherlands

Watch now: https://youtu.be/H7ZdBZMo22M?si=V7dPIAiVScyzhb4z

Data-driven storytelling, made simple.

U.S. trade deficit 2017-2023. Watch China and Mexico. Data-driven storytelling, made simple.
10/25/2024

U.S. trade deficit 2017-2023.

Watch China and Mexico.



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A Flourish data visualization by Tatiana Panzardi

10/19/2024

💐 U.S. imports of flowers increased nearly 7% this year according to the latest trade data.

Check out where flowers come from and what other ports play a role in importing flowers into the U.S.

More: https://bit.ly/MIAFlowerImports

💐 88% of flower imports have FLOWN into the country this year.



Data-driven storytelling, made simple.

10/18/2024

🍉 Melons, papayas have a season peak for imports: May and April.

This past 2024 was the highest on record for imports of these orbs.

🍉 The No. 1 seaport for imports of melons, papayas by tonnage is Port Everglades.

More on PEV's trade: https://ustradenumbers.com/port/port-everglades/



Data-driven storytelling, made simple.

10/17/2024

Celebrating National Day!

DYK, South Korea is our #2 source for Pasta/Noodles in the U.S. after Italy?

Pasta is a BILLION dollar import so far into 2024.

Top U.S. Ports for Pasta Imports
🍝 Port of Newark (The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey)
🍜 Port of Los Angeles
🍜 Port of Oakland
🍝 The Port of Virginia
🍝 Port of Savannah (Georgia Ports Authority)

More: ustradenumbers.com/imports/



Data-driven storytelling, made simple.

Our own Ken Roberts in last week. "When you’re looking at Pharr’s trade over time, the norm is record-breaking trade. S...
10/14/2024

Our own Ken Roberts in last week.

"When you’re looking at Pharr’s trade over time, the norm is record-breaking trade. Sixteen times in the last 20 years, in fact."



Data-driven storytelling, made simple.

Pharr ended 2023 as the nation's 29th most important airport, seaport or border crossing, the third most important border crossing in Texas, and the seventh nationally, writes WorldCity Founder and President Ken Roberts.

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Trump and Trade 2.0: World he inherited in 2017, now his in 2025
Trump and Trade 2.0: World he inherited in 2017, now his in 2025

"U.S. trade with the world today is vastly different in many respects from the world Donald Trump encountered when he entered the White House as president for the first time, in 2017." writes Ken Roberts for Forbes today. A look at labor, data, deficits, more. Full story: https://bit.ly/ForbesKenTrumpnTrade #TradeMatters #Deficit #Trade #Trump #GOP #Labor #Data Data-driven storytelling, made simple.

↗️ Here are the top 5 fastest-growing *BORDER CROSSINGS* in the U.S. according the latest U.S. Census Bureau trade data we analyze. The two primary partners for these crossings are Canada and Mexico. The growth is based on one-year change through September 2024 compared to the same period one year earlier. Data: https://ustradenumbers.com/united-states/ #TradeMatters #Ports #SupplyChain #Economy #Mexico #Canada Data-driven storytelling, made simple.

↗️ Here are the top 5 fastest-growing *SEAPORTS* in the U.S. according the latest U.S. Census Bureau trade data we analyze. The top U.S. imports that arrive by sea include passenger vehicles, oil, and gasoline. The growth is based on one-year change through September 2024 compared to the same period one year earlier. Data: https://ustradenumbers.com/imports/ #TradeMatters #Ports #SupplyChain #Economy #SeaCargo Data-driven storytelling, made simple. (Next: fastest-growing border crossings).

↗️ Here are the top 5 fastest-growing *AIRPORTS* in the U.S. according the latest U.S. Census Bureau trade data we analyze. This group of diverse (air)ports fly out of five different states: Kentucky/Ohio, Washington, California, Texas and Hawaii. The growth is based on one-year change through September 2024 compared to the same period one year earlier. Data: https://ustradenumbers.com/united-states/ #TradeMatters #Ports #SupplyChain #Economy Data-driven storytelling, made simple. Social Media

↗️ Here are the top 5 fastest-growing ports in the U.S. according the latest U.S. Census Bureau trade data we analyze. Three airports, one seaport and one border crossing are on the list. The growth is based on one-year change through September 2024 compared to the same period one year earlier. Data: https://ustradenumbers.com/united-states/ #TradeMatters #Ports #SupplyChain #Economy Data-driven storytelling, made simple.

🚲 U.S. imports of children's toys and bikes are mostly "wrapped" by October. The months of August and September see the most import of toys. This September 2024 the U.S. imported $2.37 billion in toys, not a record, but close to it for one single month. And yes, over 75% of these toys bear the Made in China mark. #TradeMatters #China #Tariffs #Holidays Data-driven storytelling, made simple.

📌 The latest trade data is out through September 2024 according to our latest analysis U.S. trade is up 4.07 YTD. Get the latest port rankings: https://ustradenumbers.com/ports/ Data-driven storytelling, made simple. #TradeMatters #USEconomy #Mexico #China #Canada

💐 U.S. imports of flowers increased nearly 7% this year according to the latest trade data. Check out where flowers come from and what other ports play a role in importing flowers into the U.S. More: https://bit.ly/MIAFlowerImports 💐 88% of flower imports have FLOWN into the country this year. #TradeMatters #Imports #Flowers #Colombia #MIA Data-driven storytelling, made simple.

U.S. imports of melons, papayas through August 2024
U.S. imports of melons, papayas through August 2024

🍉 Melons, papayas have a season peak for imports: May and April. This past 2024 was the highest on record for imports of these orbs. 🍉 The No. 1 seaport for imports of melons, papayas by tonnage is Port Everglades. More on PEV's trade: https://ustradenumbers.com/port/port-everglades/ #TradeMatters #Perishables #OceanCargo #SupplyChain #Florida Data-driven storytelling, made simple.

Celebrating National #Pasta Day! DYK, South Korea is our #2 source for Pasta/Noodles in the U.S. after Italy? Pasta is a BILLION dollar import so far into 2024. Top U.S. Ports for Pasta Imports 🍝 Port of Newark (The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey) 🍜 Port of Los Angeles 🍜 Port of Oakland 🍝 The Port of Virginia 🍝 Port of Savannah (Georgia Ports Authority) More: ustradenumbers.com/imports/ #TradeMatters #Italy #Noodles #Imports #SouthKorea Data-driven storytelling, made simple.

"An ILA Strike Next Week Would Affect These 10 Seaports, Maybe An Election" wrote Ken Roberts today on Forbes. Read the full article: https://bit.ly/ILAStrikeTradeForbes #TradeMatters #Seaports #OctoberSurprise Data-driven storytelling, made simple. https://bit.ly/ILAStrikeTradeForbes

"U.S. exports to Mexico increased 3.73% from June to July compared to a decrease of 7.38% for Canada." wrote Ken Roberts for Forbes this week. Read the full article: https://bit.ly/ExportstoMexicoForbes #TradeMatters #Mexico #MadeinUSA Data-driven storytelling, made simple.

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Founded in 1998, WorldCity is a media and event company focused on connecting and empowering multinational business professionals. We host three event series: Global Connections, a panel discussion open to all professionals; HR Connections, an invitation-only round table discussion for Human Resources directors of multinational companies located in the Greater Miami area; and CEO Club, also an invitation-only round table discussion but for heads of multinational operations located in the Greater Miami area. In addition to these events, WorldCity provides a plethora of import-export information at USTradeNumbers.com to demonstrate the role of globalization on local communities. The go-to source for trade intelligence, USTradeNumbers has more than 10 million data sets, publishes a series of annual import-export trade magazines for leading customs districts around the United States, and produces weekly #TradeMatters videos highlighting the latest news on trade.