Usman Salis
⬤ The United States enjoys a services trade surplus topping $300 billion, powered mostly by global appetite for American digital platforms. Europe stands as the biggest foreign customer, relying heavily on US cloud services, software, and tech infrastructure.
⬤ Trade tensions sparked by tariff threats have pushed EU frustration to new heights. Europe now appears willing to strike back by targeting American services if trade pressure continues.
⬤ Tech-related services make up a huge chunk of the US surplus, meaning any European restrictions on access could seriously reshape cross-border service flows. The concern centers on digital infrastructure and platforms that European businesses and consumers use daily.
⬤ The situation shows how modern trade disputes aren't just about physical goods anymore. Services, especially technology platforms, play a critical role in the USD trade balance and remain vulnerable to international policy shifts.
Usman Salis
