31.  The increase in exports in February reflected gains in capital goods, industrial supplies, autos and consumer goods, the Commerce Department said.

32.  The increase in imports reflected a rise in purchases of industrial supplies.

33.  The increase in imports was led by gains in industrial supplies and materials along with automotive vehicles, parts and engines.

34.  The narrowing of the deficit reflected higher exports of capital goods and industrial supplies during October, the Commerce Department said.

35.  The narrowing of the deficit reflected higher exports of capital goods and industrial supplies during October, according to the Commerce Department.