https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/u-s-economy-slowed-in-second-quarter-but-consumers-continue-to-spendContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/u-s-economy-slowed-in-second-quarter-but-consumers-continue-to-spendhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/u-s-economy-slowed-in-second-quarter-but-consumers-continue-to-spend#u35300Fri, 07 Aug 2026 07:06:46 +0000The U.S. economy expanded at a 1.5% rate during the second quarter of 2026, failing to meet expert expectations. While consumer spending and domestic demand remained strong, an increase in imports slowed overall growth. Economic conditions are complicated by core inflation, which hit 3.3% in June. Despite this sluggish pace, the economy continues to grow. Market activity remains volatile globally, with the S&P 500 recently reaching a record high while other international indices, such as the Sensex, have experienced declines.Why it mattersSlower growth combined with stubbornly high inflati https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/u-s-economy-slowed-in-second-quarter-but-consumers-continue-to-spendhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/u-s-economy-slowed-in-second-quarter-but-consumers-continue-to-spend#u29063Sun, 02 Aug 2026 06:05:41 +0000The U.S. economy grew at a 1.5% rate during the second quarter of 2026, missing expert estimates. While domestic demand and consumer spending remained robust, rising imports weighed on overall growth. Economic conditions remain complex as core inflation for June reached 3.3%, which some sources describe as stubbornly high. The growth pace is characterized as sluggish, though the economy continues to expand.Why it mattersThis slowdown occurs during a period of conflict with Iran and high mortgage rates, which have hit their highest level in a year. The data suggests a tension between strong int https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/u-s-economy-slowed-in-second-quarter-but-consumers-continue-to-spendhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/u-s-economy-slowed-in-second-quarter-but-consumers-continue-to-spend#u29062Sun, 02 Aug 2026 06:05:37 +0000The U.S. economy grew at a 1.5% rate during the second quarter of 2026, falling short of analyst estimates. While overall growth slowed, domestic demand remained robust and consumers continued to spend. Rising imports acted as a drag on the GDP figure. Core inflation for June was recorded at 3.3%, though some reports suggest inflation is improving while others describe it as stubbornly high. The sluggish expansion occurred against the backdrop of an ongoing war with Iran.Why it mattersGDP growth rates indicate the health of the national economy and influence Federal Reserve decisions on intere