US Economy Expands at 2.8% Rate in Q3 2024
Bloomberg (10/30/24) Boesler, Matthew The U.S. economy grew at a 2.8% annualized rate in the third quarter, driven by a surge in consumer spending and increased federal defense expenditures. This follows a 3% growth rate in the prior quarter and exceeded most forecasts. Consumer spending, the largest contributor to economic activity, rose by 3.7%, marking the strongest increase since early 2023. The robust growth is