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U.S. GDP Surpasses Expectations in Q3: A Closer Look at the Economic Growth
The U.S. economy showcased a strong performance in the third quarter, growing at a 4.9% annual pace and outpacing expectations. This growth is particularly notable given the current global and domestic challenges, such as higher interest rates and ongoing inflation pressures. “The consumer went on a shopping spree in the third quarter,” said Michael Arone,…
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Investors Remain Cautious Despite Absence of 2023 Recession
As we approach the final quarter of 2023, investors are breathing a sigh of relief as the long-anticipated recession has yet to materialize. Economists had been sounding the alarm bells throughout 2022, warning of an impending economic downturn in 2023. However, recent data shows a different picture, with September’s unemployment rate sitting at an impressively…