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U.S. Economy Grows at Solid 3% in Q2 2024

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Last updated: 2024/09/29 at 2:17 AM
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The recent updates on U.S. economic growth for the second quarter reveal that the economy expanded at a solid annual rate of 3.0%, consistent with previous estimates. This suggests that there has not been a significant downturn.

Moreover, forecasts indicate that growth will likely remain close to this rate in the soon-to-end third quarter, expected to be just below 3.0%. This growth represents an improvement from a revised 1.6% rate during the first quarter of the year. Key details show a slight downward revision in consumer spending, which is crucial for the economy, now estimated at 2.8%, down from 2.9%.

Conversely, government spending increased more than initially reported, now rising at an annual rate of 3.1% instead of the previously stated 2.7%. Other aspects of the report, such as business investment, trade, and inventories, remained largely unchanged.

U.S. Economy Grows at Solid 3% in Q2 2024

Additionally, a separate measure that combines Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and Gross Domestic Income (GDI) showed a 3.2% growth rate in the second quarter, which is often viewed as a more accurate indicator of actual economic performance.

This aligns closely with the GDP figures. However, despite these solid GDP numbers, the overall economic picture is more complex. Hiring has slowed down, unemployment has gradually increased over the past year, and the industrial sector is struggling. High interest rates have also dampened the housing and automotive markets.

Fed Rate Cuts Aim to Boost Long-Term Economy Growth

The Federal Reserve’s recent decision to cut interest rates could help stimulate growth across the economy in the long term. Looking at the year-over-year perspective, GDP growth has consistently ranged between 2.8% and 3.2% for five consecutive quarters, marking the first such occurrence since 2006, according to Bill Adams, chief economist at Comerica.

He suggests that the economy is generally in good shape. Market reactions have been positive, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the S&P 500 reaching or nearing record highs following the announcement.

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Wall St. Bolt Editorial Team September 29, 2024
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