US Q1 GDP Revised Down to 1.3%, Markets React

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US Q1 GDP Revised Down to 1.3%, Markets React
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The US economy grew at an annualized rate of 1.3% in Q1, down from an initial estimate of 1.6%, primarily due to a downward revision in consumer spending. Despite the slower growth, underlying economic momentum remains solid. The slowdown comes amid concerns about inflation and the Federal Reserve's response. Forecasters do not see this as the start of a broader trend, with expectations for stronger growth in Q2.

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