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China's trade surplus hits a new record at $35.2bn in October, while separate data showed inflation hit a 17-month low.

China's trade surplus hit a monthly record of $28.7bn in August as the gap with the US and Europe widens.

Japan's trade surplus shrank by more than expected in July, as a result of weaker US demand and an increase in oil imports.

Japan's trade surplus falls for a third consecutive month in May because of high oil prices and lower US demand.

China's trade surplus fell 10% in May after a surge in imported energy and raw material costs, figures show.

Strong export growth helps Germany boost its trade surplus but analysts warns of weaker prospects ahead.

Higher imports reduces China's trade surplus, but exports rise too, despite fears demand for its goods is slowing.

China's trade surplus unexpectedly falls sharply in February, and there are warning signs on inflation.

Spain posts a strong trade surplus for 2007 and the second largest in the eurozone, figures show.

China's trade surplus jumped 22.7% in January as the economy continued its rapid growth.