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U.S. economy grew at a fast clip this summer, thanks to consumer, business spending

The U.S. economy expanded at an annual rate of 3.4 percent from July through September, outpacing expectations. Strong consumer spending and corporate investments, particularly in artificial intelligence, drove the growth over the summer months. Consumers continued to spend despite ongoing frustrations over high gasoline prices. Meanwhile, businesses rushed to capitalize on market conditions and funneled cash into the artificial intelligence boom. This faster-than-expected economic output follows the previous quarter and demonstrates continued momentum heading into the final stretch of the year.

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  • ✓ The U.S. economy grew at an annual rate of 3.4 percent from July through September.
  • ✓ Growth was driven by strong consumer spending and investment in artificial intelligence.
  • ✓ September inflation accelerated during the third quarter.
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Economic reporting confirms the third-quarter gross domestic product increased at a better-than-expected 3.4 percent pace.

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  1. U.S. Economy Grew at 3.4% Rate in Third Quarter

    The U.S. economy expanded at an annual rate of 3.4 percent from July through September, outpacing expectations. Strong consumer spending and corporate investments, particularly in artificial intelligence, drove the growth over the summer months. Consumers continued to spend despite ongoing frustrations over high gasoline prices. Meanwhile, businesses rushed to capitalize on market conditions and funneled cash into the artificial intelligence boom. This faster-than-expected economic output follows the previous quarter and demonstrates continued momentum heading into the final stretch of the year.

    Why it matters

    Gross domestic product measures the nation's total output of goods and services. This third-quarter expansion arrives with days to go before the midterms, bringing economic data directly into the political spotlight. Accelerating inflation in September accompanies the strong growth figures, highlighting the complex price pressures consumers face even as the broader economy races ahead.

    What is confirmed

    • The U.S. economy grew at an annual rate of 3.4 percent from July through September.
    • Growth was driven by strong consumer spending and investment in artificial intelligence.
    • September inflation accelerated during the third quarter.

    What to watch next

    • Further inflation reports and consumer price data
    • Post-midterm economic policy adjustments
    Sources used for this update (10)
    1. The New York Times — U.S. GDP Increased 3.4% in Third Quarter
    2. The Washington Post — U.S. economy grew at a fast clip in 3rd quarter, thanks to consumer spending
    3. CNBC — Third-quarter U.S. GDP increases a better-than-expected 3.4% as September inflation accelerates
    4. Axios — U.S. economy races ahead with 3.4% growth in third quarter
    5. NPR — With days to go before the midterms, data shows the U.S. economy is doing well
    6. dnyuz.com — U.S. economy grew at a fast clip this summer, thanks to ...
    7. nypost.com — US economy grows at 3.4% rate, powered by consumer spending ...
    8. finance.yahoo.com — US economy grows at brisk 3.4% pace in third quarter on ...
    9. dnyuz.com — U.S. economy grew at a fast clip in 3rd quarter, thanks to ...
    10. hbr.org — The Risks of Scaling Too Fast
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