US economy grows at its fastest rate in TWO YEARS after households splashed out on Taylor Swift concerts and Barbie tickets - but experts warn trend is finally starting to slow
1 year, 4 months ago

US economy grows at its fastest rate in TWO YEARS after households splashed out on Taylor Swift concerts and Barbie tickets - but experts warn trend is finally starting to slow

Daily Mail  

That is the highest growth in almost two years - spurred by consumer spending US GDP accelerated 4.9 percent in Q3, according to the Commerce Department The US economy grew last quarter at its fastest rate in nearly two years thanks to a surge in consumer spending. Consumer spending was up 4 percent, up from just 0.8 percent last quarter, Commerce Department figures revealed on Thursday High consumer spending has resulted in inflation which has proven hard for Fed officials to contain. High consumer spending has resulted in inflation which has proven hard for officials to contain, despite relentless interest rate hikes designed to increase the cost of borrowing. Gross domestic product grew at a 4.9 percent annual rate in the third quarter Consumers splurged this summer on record-breaking blockbuster movies and concert tours, including Taylor Swift's Eras tour and Margot Robbie's Barbie On Thursday, fresh data from the Labor Department indicated that jobless claims were up but still low in the grand scheme, having risen by 10,000 to 210,000.

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Inflation vs Growth: What’s bothering US consumers the most ahead of US Fed policy meeting? Survey reveals..
1 week, 2 days ago

Inflation vs Growth: What’s bothering US consumers the most ahead of US Fed policy meeting? Survey reveals..

Live Mint  

Inflation vs Growth: US consumer sentiment plunged to a 2-1/2-year low in March 2025, and inflation expectations soared amid concerns that US President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs, which have ignited a trade war, would boost prices. The preliminary report shows that consumers’ expectations of annual US inflation climbed to 3.9 per cent from 3.5 per cent, the largest monthly jump …

US consumer price growth slows in February, but Trump tariffs expected to boost inflation in coming months
1 week, 5 days ago

US consumer price growth slows in February, but Trump tariffs expected to boost inflation in coming months

Hindustan Times  

U.S. consumer prices increased less than expected in February, but the improvement is likely temporary against the backdrop of aggressive tariffs on imports that are expected to raise the costs of most goods in the months ahead. The consumer price index rose 0.2% last month after accelerating 0.5% in January, the Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics said on Wednesday. …

Inflation is easing, but another alarm bell is ringing about the US economy
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Inflation is easing, but another alarm bell is ringing about the US economy

CNN  

CNN — The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge cooled as expected in January; however, the good news came with another potential red flag for the US economic engine: Consumers pulled back their spending by the most in nearly four years. The Personal Consumption Expenditures price index rose 2.5% in January from the year before, slowing from December’s 2.6% annual rate, …

Second estimate of US growth confirms a 2.3% annual pace expansion in fourth quarter
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Second estimate of US growth confirms a 2.3% annual pace expansion in fourth quarter

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The American economy grew at a solid 2.3% annual rate the last three months of 2024, supported by a burst of year-end consumer spending, the government said, leaving unchanged its initial estimate of fourth-quarter growth. The Commerce Department reported Thursday that growth in gross domestic product — the nation’s output of goods and services — decelerated from a …

If Trump wants to fix the inflation crisis, he has a funny way of showing it
1 month ago

If Trump wants to fix the inflation crisis, he has a funny way of showing it

CNN  

CNN — Inflation appeared nearly defeated just a few months ago, but price hikes started accelerating again, led in particular by rising egg prices and fuel costs. The survey found that Americans are losing confidence in the economy, driven primarily by worries over Trump’s tariffs potentially boosting inflation. A new CNN poll released last Thursday similarly showed pessimism on the …

U.S. consumer inflation unexpectedly up, Trump blames Biden
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1 month, 1 week ago

U.S. consumer inflation unexpectedly up, Trump blames Biden

Raw Story  

by Daniel AVIS U.S. consumer inflation unexpectedly accelerated last month, data showed Wednesday, in a moment of potential political peril for President Donald Trump, who quickly blamed the uptick on his predecessor Joe Biden. "The jump in consumer prices in January supports our view that the Fed will hold rates steady at least through of this year," Nationwide chief economist …

Did prices jump in January? Inflation report will provide latest update on consumer costs
1 month, 1 week ago

Did prices jump in January? Inflation report will provide latest update on consumer costs

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Inflation likely stayed elevated last month in the latest sign that consumer price growth has gotten stuck after declining for much of last year. Wednesday’s inflation report will be closely watched to see if a recent trend that has bedeviled the inflation-fighters at the Federal Reserve will continue: In January 2024, prices jumped sharply in part because many …

Inflation soars in January, hampering plans for rate cuts
1 month, 1 week ago

Inflation soars in January, hampering plans for rate cuts

Salon  

Inflation in the United States suddenly rose in January, in a turn of events one Federal Reserve Bank president called "sobering." The latest update showed that inflation rose to 3 percent in January — a leap of 0.5% and the fastest monthly increase since August 2023 — after many common household goods soared in price. Austan Goolsbee, president of the …

US inflation rises to 3% in January, delaying Fed rate cuts
1 month, 1 week ago

US inflation rises to 3% in January, delaying Fed rate cuts

India Today  

WASHINGTON: U.S. inflation accelerated last month as the cost of groceries, gasoline and rents rose, a disappointment for families and businesses struggling with higher costs and likely underscoring the Federal Reserve’s resolve to delay further interest rate cuts. “This just extends the Fed’s hold.” Inflation often jumps in January as many companies raise their prices at the beginning of the …

US inflation is lingering and tariffs threatened by Trump could nudge prices in wrong direction
1 month, 3 weeks ago

US inflation is lingering and tariffs threatened by Trump could nudge prices in wrong direction

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — An inflation gauge closely watched by the Federal Reserve rose slightly last month, while some underlying prices pressures showed signs of easing. When measured in shorter time frames, inflation is slowing: In December, core prices ticked up 0.2% from the previous month, a pace that is nearly consistent with the Fed’s annual target. But the Fed’s preferred gauge …

U.S. inflation is lingering and tariffs threatened by Trump could nudge prices in wrong direction
1 month, 3 weeks ago

U.S. inflation is lingering and tariffs threatened by Trump could nudge prices in wrong direction

LA Times  

An inflation gauge closely watched by the Federal Reserve rose slightly last month, while some underlying price pressures showed signs of easing. Friday’s report from the Commerce Department showed that consumer prices rose 2.6% in December from a year earlier, up from a 2.4% annual pace in November and the third straight increase. When measured in shorter time frames, inflation …

U.S. economy grows solid 2.3% in October-December on eve of Trump return to White House, 2.8% in ’24
1 month, 3 weeks ago

U.S. economy grows solid 2.3% in October-December on eve of Trump return to White House, 2.8% in ’24

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — A humming American economy ended 2024 on a solid note with consumer spending continuing to drive growth, and ahead of what could be a significant change in direction under a Trump administration. But a category within the GDP data that measures the economy’s underlying strength rose at a healthy 3.2% annual rate from July through September, slipping from …

U.S. economy grows solid 2.3% from October to December, 2.8% for full year 2024
1 month, 3 weeks ago

U.S. economy grows solid 2.3% from October to December, 2.8% for full year 2024

LA Times  

Young shoppers look over a row of large-screen televisions on display in a Costco warehouse Dec. 19, 2024, in Denver. The Commerce Department reported Thursday that gross domestic product — the economy’s output of goods and services — expanded at a 2.3% annual rate from October through December. But a category within the GDP data that measures the economy’s underlying …

The US economy just had another robust year
1 month, 3 weeks ago

The US economy just had another robust year

CNN  

Washington CNN — Another year of robust economic growth is in the books, underscoring how the Biden administration handed President Donald Trump what many consider a solid economy. “The US consumer has been unstoppable, supported by wealth creation, a strong labor market, and lending.” The latest GDP report comes on the heels of the Federal Reserve’s latest policy decision announced …

CPI report: US stocks surge after latest inflation report shows progress on price hikes
2 months, 1 week ago

CPI report: US stocks surge after latest inflation report shows progress on price hikes

CNN  

CNN — Recently, progress on inflation appeared to be stuck or, at worst, reversing: A closely watched gauge of underlying price hikes — an index that excludes highly volatile categories — hadn’t budged for months. The closely watched core measurement of the Consumer Price Index slowed for the first time in months, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data released …

CPI report: US stocks surge after latest inflation report shows progress on price hikes
2 months, 1 week ago

CPI report: US stocks surge after latest inflation report shows progress on price hikes

CNN  

CNN — Recently, progress on inflation appeared to be stuck or, at worst, reversing: A closely watched gauge of underlying price hikes — an index that excludes highly volatile categories — hadn’t budged for months. The closely watched core measurement of the Consumer Price Index slowed for the first time in months, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data released …

Holiday shoppers increased spending by 3.8% despite higher prices
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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Holiday shoppers increased spending by 3.8% despite higher prices

Associated Press  

Sales rose this year during the holiday shopping season even as Americans wrestled with elevated prices for many groceries and other necessities, according to new data. Holiday sales from the beginning of November through Christmas Eve climbed 3.8%, outpacing the 3.1% increase from a year earlier, according to Mastercard SpendingPulse, which tracks all kinds of payments including cash and debit …

U.S. consumer spending rises in November; monthly inflation subsides
3 months ago

U.S. consumer spending rises in November; monthly inflation subsides

The Hindu  

U.S. consumer spending increased in November, underscoring the economy's enduring strength, which prompted the Federal Reserve this week to project fewer interest rate cuts in 2025 than it had three months ago. Consumer spending, which accounts for more than two-thirds of U.S. economic activity, rose 0.4% last month after a downwardly revised 0.3% gain in October, the Commerce Department's Bureau …

U.S. economy grows at 3.1% pace in third quarter, an upgrade from previous estimate
3 months ago

U.S. economy grows at 3.1% pace in third quarter, an upgrade from previous estimate

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The American economy grew at a healthy 3.1% annual clip from July through September, propelled by vigorous consumer spending and an uptick in exports, the government said in an upgrade to its previous estimate. Third-quarter growth in U.S. gross domestic product — the economy’s output of goods and services — accelerated from the April-July rate of 3% and …

Retail inflation slows slightly at 5.48%
3 months, 1 week ago

Retail inflation slows slightly at 5.48%

Hindustan Times  

Retail inflation rose to 5.48% last month, a slower pace of increase compared to 6.21% in October, data from the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation showed on Thursday. Despite the slowing pace of growth in prices, the Consumer Price Index-based rate of retail inflation stayed above the Reserve Bank of India’s 4% tolerance level, with two percentage points of …

US inflation rose for second straight month: What are the challenges for Trump now?
3 months, 1 week ago

US inflation rose for second straight month: What are the challenges for Trump now?

Firstpost  

President-elect Donald Trump has made tackling inflation and reducing the cost of living a cornerstone of his campaign. However, the recent uptick in inflation suggests the road ahead may be more complex than anticipated Inflation in the United States ticked up for the second consecutive month in November. The consumer price index, a key measure of inflation, rose to 2.7 …

Rising costs of used cars and groceries push US inflation higher in November
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Rising costs of used cars and groceries push US inflation higher in November

India Today  

WASHINGTON: Fueled by pricier used cars, hotel rooms and groceries, inflation in the United States moved slightly higher last month in the latest sign that some price pressures remain elevated. Though inflation is now way below its peak of 9.1% in June 2022, average prices are still about 20% higher than they were three years ago — a major source …

Spending increase suggests households starting to feel more confident about economy
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Spending increase suggests households starting to feel more confident about economy

ABC  

After being squeezed by cost of living pressures for months on end, there are early signs cash-strapped households are starting to feel slightly more confident about the economy. "Both sets of data showed that household spending in Australia has probably bottomed, with October discretionary purchases starting to pick up slightly," she said. "Both major domestic airlines, Virgin and Qantas, have …

US Economy Expands 2.8% In Q3, Driven By Strong Consumer Spending
3 months, 3 weeks ago

US Economy Expands 2.8% In Q3, Driven By Strong Consumer Spending

ABP News  

The US economy grew at a robust annual rate of 2.8 per cent from July to September, driven by solid consumer spending and a surge in exports, the government reported on Wednesday. Consumer spending, which drives about 70 per cent of US economic activity, accelerated to a 3.5 per cent annual rate in the third quarter, up from 2.8 per …

US Q3 GDP data: US economy grows 2.8% YoY in third quarter on steady consumer spending
3 months, 3 weeks ago

US Q3 GDP data: US economy grows 2.8% YoY in third quarter on steady consumer spending

Live Mint  

The US economy expanded steadily in the third quarter, largely powered by a broad-based advance in consumer spending and steady business investment. Gross domestic product increased at a 2.8 percent annualized pace in the third quarter, the second estimate of the Bureau of Economic Analysis figures showed Wednesday. The government’s other main gauge of economic activity — gross domestic income …

US consumer price increases accelerated last month with inflation pressures resilient
3 months, 3 weeks ago

US consumer price increases accelerated last month with inflation pressures resilient

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Consumer price increases accelerated last month, the latest sign that inflation’s steady decline over the past two years has stalled in recent months. According to the Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge, consumer prices rose 2.3% in October from a year earlier, the Commerce Department said Wednesday. Yet excluding the volatile food and energy categories, so-called “core” prices also …

US economy grows at 2.8% pace in third quarter on consumer spending, unchanged from first estimate
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3 months, 3 weeks ago

US economy grows at 2.8% pace in third quarter on consumer spending, unchanged from first estimate

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The American economy expanded at a healthy 2.8% annual pace from July through September on strong consumer spending and a surge in exports, the government said Wednesday, leaving unchanged its initial estimate of third-quarter growth. Still, American voters — exasperated by high prices — were unimpressed by the steady growth and chose this month to return Donald Trump …

Soft landing? Not so fast: Inflation heated back up in October
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Soft landing? Not so fast: Inflation heated back up in October

CNN  

CNN — The Federal Reserve’s favored inflation gauge just moved in the wrong direction. “The big picture is inflation is still a risk; that hasn’t changed,” Elizabeth Renter, senior economist at NerdWallet, told CNN in an interview. “The disinflationary trend that we saw earlier this year has effectively stalled as we head into what’s likely going to be a bumpy …

Americans continue to spend despite naming the economy and inflation as top election concerns
4 months, 1 week ago

Americans continue to spend despite naming the economy and inflation as top election concerns

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Americans stepped up their …

Retail sales up solidly in October as Americans showed continued willingness to spend
4 months, 1 week ago

Retail sales up solidly in October as Americans showed continued willingness to spend

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Americans stepped up their spending at retailers last month in the latest sign that healthy consumer spending is driving the economy’s steady growth. Retail sales rose 0.4% from September to October, the Commerce Department said Friday, a solid increase though less than the previous month’s robust 0.8% gain. “People may not love how much it costs to go …

Japan’s economy grows for a second straight quarter on the back of consumer spending
4 months, 1 week ago

Japan’s economy grows for a second straight quarter on the back of consumer spending

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Japan’s economy eked out an annual rate of 0.9% growth in the July-September period as consumer spending held up, government data showed Friday. The world’s fourth-largest economy grew 0.2% in the fiscal second quarter, marking the second straight quarter of expansion, following 0.5% growth in April-June. Private consumption, which makes up more than half of Japan’s GDP, grew …

Retail sales up solidly in October as Americans showed continued willingness to spend
4 months, 1 week ago

Retail sales up solidly in October as Americans showed continued willingness to spend

LA Times  

Americans stepped up their spending at retailers last month in the latest sign that healthy consumer spending is driving the economy’s steady growth. Retail sales rose 0.4% from September to October, the Commerce Department said Friday, a solid increase though less than the previous month’s robust 0.8% gain. Sales in some categories fell — furniture stores, clothing outlets and drug …

US inflation rises 2.6% YoY in first annual acceleration since March; Wall Street sees fewer rate cuts in 2025
4 months, 1 week ago

US inflation rises 2.6% YoY in first annual acceleration since March; Wall Street sees fewer rate cuts in 2025

Live Mint  

US inflation ticked higher in October 2024 amid higher costs for shelter after having slowed in September to their lowest pace since 2021, which led Wall Street to lower its bets for the US Federal Reserve's definite interest rate cuts in 2025. US consumer price index rose 2.6 per cent from a year earlier, up from 2.4 per cent in …

U.S. inflation rose slightly last month after 2 years of steady cooling but remained low
4 months, 1 week ago

U.S. inflation rose slightly last month after 2 years of steady cooling but remained low

LA Times  

Inflation in the United States ticked up in October, driven by costlier rents, used cars and air fares, a sign that price increases might be leveling off after having slowed in September to their lowest pace since 2021. Consumer inflation, which peaked at 9.1% in 2022, has since fallen steadily, though overall prices are still about 20% higher than they …

America’s economy explains a lot about why Trump got reelected
4 months, 2 weeks ago

America’s economy explains a lot about why Trump got reelected

CNN  

CNN — Donald Trump’s decisive election victory was about many things: a global rejection of incumbents, a rise in the Republican electorate and a battle for the future of America’s democracy. Why the US economy stings so much Housing: America’s home prices have reached new record highs for 15 straight months. That’s a healthy pace by any measure, and it’s …

Inflation gauge closely watched by the Fed falls to lowest level since early 2021
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Inflation gauge closely watched by the Fed falls to lowest level since early 2021

LA Times  

As a presidential race profoundly shaped by Americans’ frustration with high prices nears its end, the government said Thursday that an inflation gauge closely watched by the Federal Reserve has dropped to near pre-pandemic levels. Inflation peaked at 7.1% in June 2022 after the economy had accelerated out of the pandemic recession at a time of severe shortages of parts …

U.S. Economy Grew At Healthy 2.8% Pace Last Quarter On Strength Of Consumer Spending
4 months, 3 weeks ago

U.S. Economy Grew At Healthy 2.8% Pace Last Quarter On Strength Of Consumer Spending

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON — The U.S. economy grew at a healthy 2.8% annual rate from July through September, with consumers helping drive growth despite the weight of still-high interest rates. Wednesday’s report from the Commerce Department said the gross domestic product — the economy’s total output of goods and services — slowed slightly from its 3% growth rate in …

US economy is believed to have grown at a solid pace again last quarter
4 months, 3 weeks ago

US economy is believed to have grown at a solid pace again last quarter

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Powered by consumer spending, the …

The U.S. economy is growing solidly. Here's what's working — and what's not
4 months, 3 weeks ago

The U.S. economy is growing solidly. Here's what's working — and what's not

NPR  

The U.S. economy is growing solidly. Here's what's working — and what's not toggle caption Spencer Platt/Getty Images With just days before Election Day, the U.S. just got its latest economic report card — and it's good, even if many people don't feel that way. toggle caption Anna Rose Layden/Getty Images The healthy labor market and stronger spending bode well …

Wealthier Americans are driving retail spending and powering US economy
5 months ago

Wealthier Americans are driving retail spending and powering US economy

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. One key reason is a relatively simple one: Wealthier …

US inflation falls to 2.5% in August, reaches 3-year low as Federal Reserve set to cut interest rates
6 months, 1 week ago

US inflation falls to 2.5% in August, reaches 3-year low as Federal Reserve set to cut interest rates

Hindustan Times  

The post-pandemic spike in U.S. inflation eased further last month as year-over-year price increases reached a three-year low, clearing the way for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates next week. Excluding volatile food and energy costs, so-called core prices rose 3.2% in August from a year ago, the same as in July. A key reason for last month's drop …

U.S. inflation reaches a 3-year low as Federal Reserve prepares to cut interest rates
6 months, 2 weeks ago

U.S. inflation reaches a 3-year low as Federal Reserve prepares to cut interest rates

LA Times  

Wednesday’s report from the Labor Department showed that consumer prices rose 2.5% in August from a year earlier, down from 2.9% in July. The post-pandemic spike in U.S. inflation eased further last month as year-over-year price increases reached a three-year low, clearing the way for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates next week. Excluding volatile food and energy costs, …

US inflation reaches a 3-year low as Federal Reserve prepares to cut interest rates
6 months, 2 weeks ago

US inflation reaches a 3-year low as Federal Reserve prepares to cut interest rates

Politico  

For months, cooling inflation has provided gradual relief to America’s consumers, who were stung by the price surges that erupted three years ago, particularly for food, gas, rent and other necessities. A key reason for last month’s drop in overall inflation was the third decline in gas prices in the past four months: Average gas prices fell 0.6% from July …

China reports growth in the consumer economy
7 months, 1 week ago

China reports growth in the consumer economy

China Daily  

China reported major economic data on Thursday that pointed to faster growth on the consumer side while both industrial production and investment grew at a slower pace in July. Figures released on Thursday by the National Bureau of Statistics showed China's retail sales, a key measurement of consumer spending, grew by 2.7 percent year-on-year in July, up from the 2 …

China reports growth in the consumer economy
7 months, 1 week ago

China reports growth in the consumer economy

China Daily  

China reported major economic data on Thursday that pointed to faster growth on the consumer side while both industrial production and investment grew at a slower pace in July. Figures released on Thursday by the National Bureau of Statistics showed China's retail sales, a key measurement of consumer spending, grew by 2.7 percent year-on-year in July, up from the 2 …

U.S. shoppers sharply boosted spending at retailers in July despite higher prices
7 months, 1 week ago

U.S. shoppers sharply boosted spending at retailers in July despite higher prices

LA Times  

Americans stepped up their spending at retailers last month by the most in a year and a half, easing concerns that the economy might be weakening under the pressure of higher prices and elevated interest rates. The Commerce Department reported Thursday that retail sales jumped 1% from June to July, the biggest such increase since January 2023, after having declined …

China reports growth in the consumer economy
7 months, 1 week ago

China reports growth in the consumer economy

China Daily  

China reported major economic data on Thursday that pointed to faster growth on the consumer side while both industrial production and investment grew at a slower pace in July. Figures released on Thursday by the National Bureau of Statistics showed China's retail sales, a key measurement of consumer spending, grew by 2.7 percent year-on-year in July, up from the 2 …

U.S. inflation slowed again in July, clearing the way for the Fed to begin cutting rates
7 months, 1 week ago

U.S. inflation slowed again in July, clearing the way for the Fed to begin cutting rates

LA Times  

A sale sign is displayed on a store clothes rack. Wednesday’s report from the Labor Department showed that consumer prices rose just 0.2% from June to July after dropping slightly the previous month for the first time in four years. At a news conference last month, Powell said that cooler inflation data this spring had strengthened the Fed’s confidence that …

Something is happening to the US economy only seen once before
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Something is happening to the US economy only seen once before

Daily Mail  

The US economy accelerated last quarter, with consumers and businesses increasing their spending despite the continual pressure of high interest rates. GDP rose at an annual rate of 2.8 percent for the quarter from April through June 2024 The GDP report showed that businesses are continuing to invest and household spending remains strong. Alongside the growth of the economy, inflation …

U.S. Economic Growth Increased Last Quarter To A Healthy 2.8% Annual Rate
7 months, 3 weeks ago

U.S. Economic Growth Increased Last Quarter To A Healthy 2.8% Annual Rate

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON — The nation’s economy accelerated last quarter at a strong 2.8% annual pace, with consumers and businesses helping drive growth despite the pressure of continually high interest rates. The central bank’s favored inflation gauge rose at a 2.6% annual rate last quarter, down from 3.4% in the first quarter of the year. Despite last quarter’s uptick, …

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