US Economy Expands 2.8% in Q3 Amid Inflation Concerns
TL;DR
The U.S. economy grew at an annual rate of 2.8% in the third quarter, maintaining its momentum as it heads into the holiday season. Consumer spending, a major driver of GDP, increased by 3.5%, slightly down from earlier estimates. Business fixed investment saw an upward revision to a 1.1% increase, while corporate profits declined by 0.3% after a previous gain. Overall, the GDP figures remained largely unchanged from initial estimates.
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