US Tariffs Top $31 Billion in August, a New Record High US Tariffs Top $31 Billion in August, a New Record High Last updated: September 3, 2025 7:48 pm By Victoria Friedman 1 Min Read Share SHARE The American Flag flies over cargo containers at Port Liberty in Bayonne, N.J., on Aug. 7, 2025. Spencer Platt /Getty Images Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced on Sept. 2 in a post on X that tariff revenues exceeded $31 billion in August, setting a new record high. The Treasury’s latest Daily Statement showed $31.37 billion in tariff revenue as of Aug. 29, totaling $183.56 billion in the fiscal year to date. US Reaffirms ‘Unwavering Support’ for Restoration of Democracy, Justice in Venezuela Global Long-Term Bond Selloff Pauses as Fiscal Concerns Persist Lutnick: Beijing ‘Eating’ Majority of China’s 52 Percent Average Tariffs Asked About Chinese Ferry Deal, Gregor Robertson Says ‘Buy Canada’ Policy Needs Work Alberta Puts $713 Million Tobacco Lawsuit Payout Into Province’s Long-Term Savings TAGGED:BusinessEconomyUSUS News Share This Article Facebook Email Copy Link Print Subscribe to Our Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter to get our newest articles instantly! Your name Your email 5 + 6 =