U.S. Department of Commerce

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Timeline

  1. GDP Report Released

    Department of Commerce reports 1.4% growth, missing expectations.

  2. Q4 Conclusion

    Quarter ends with noticeable declines in manufacturing and housing starts.

  3. Spending Slowdown

    Early indicators suggest a cooling in holiday retail activity.

  4. Strong Q2 Growth

    US economy shows resilience with growth exceeding 3%.

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Economy Bearish

US GDP Growth Slows to 1.4% in Q4, Missing Forecasts Amid Cooling Demand

The US economy expanded at a 1.4% annualized rate in the final quarter of 2025, falling short of economist expectations and signaling a significant cooling trend. This deceleration highlights the cumulative impact of high interest rates on consumer spending and business investment as the year concluded.

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