U.S. GDP Growth Slows in Q2 as Price Pressures Weigh on Markets
Gross domestic product expanded at a more modest pace in the second quarter, while persistent inflation metrics continue to unsettle financial markets.
U.S. economic growth decelerated during the second quarter of 2026, according to data pointing to a cooler expansion pace. Alongside the moderation in gross domestic product growth, persistent price pressures continued to persist across the economy.
The combination of slower growth and stubborn inflation has contributed to heightened volatility and uncertainty across broader financial markets as investors reassess the macroeconomic outlook.
Elena covers macroeconomic data and policy across the eurozone, translating industrial output, inflation and growth figures into what they mean for markets.
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