U.S. real GDP rose 3.4% annualized in Q3, up from 2.2% in Q2 and above the 3.2% consensus. Heavy corporate investment in AI — notably data centers and advanced equipment — was a key support. Inflation pressures persist, but consumer spending stayed firm. Fed Chair Warsh said growth momentum has strengthened and business fixed investment’s share of GDP is at historic highs. U.S. growth continues to outpace other G7 economies.

2026-10-29

U.S. real GDP rose 3.4% annualized in Q3, up from 2.2% in Q2 and above the 3.2% consensus. Heavy corporate investment in AI — notably data centers and advanced equipment — was a key support. Inflation pressures persist, but consumer spending stayed firm. Fed Chair Warsh said growth momentum has strengthened and business fixed investment’s share of GDP is at historic highs. U.S. growth continues to outpace other G7 economies.