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U.S. Posts $215 Billion Federal Budget Deficit in Latest Monthly Report
The U.S. federal budget recorded a $215.0 billion balance, coming in slightly better than the $220 billion forecast but reversing from the prior month's deficit. The improvement reflects a shift from the previous balance of -$164.0 billion.
May 12, 2:00 PM·1m read1 source
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U.S. 0 billion in the latest monthly reading, @FirstSquawk reported. 0 billion.
Economists had projected a $220 billion balance for the period. 0 billion, according to the data. 0 billion.
That negative reading had widened the shortfall before this month's positive balance reversed course. 0 billion. 0 billion.
No additional commentary or forecasts accompanied the release. The data points alone reflect the current fiscal snapshot as of May 2026.
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