Record #:

30492

Author(s):

Carter, Denis G.

Abstract:

Recently, the United States has experienced ever-increasing foreign trade deficits, the excess of imports over exports. At the state level, more than three-hundred international firms operate in North Carolina, many of which are directly or indirectly related to port activities. This article explores the causes of the foreign trade deficit and future implications.

Source:

Carolina Coast Business Review (NoCar HF 5001 C38x), Vol. 4 Issue 2, July 1986, p2-5, il

Subject(s):

Foreign trade; International trade

Record #:

42738

Author(s):

Stiers Joanie

Abstract:

Michelle Wang says regarding sweet potatoes, North Carolina accounts for nearly 60 % of U.S. production, yet 80% of international sales.

Source:

North Carolina Field and Family (NoCar S 1 N672), Vol. 7 Issue 3, Fall 2020, p6-8

Subject(s):

Sweet potatoes; International trade; Exports--agricultural products--North Carolina

Record #:

43041

Author(s):

No author given

Abstract:

"North Carolina businesses exported a record $34.35 billion in merchandise in 2019 but started this year facing the economic impact of an unprecedented global pandemic." John Loyack is EDPNC vice president of global business services.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 40 Issue 6, June 2020, p24-27 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina ; Economic development; International trade