Real gross domestic product increased at a 2.8% annualized pace in the second quarter, above the 2.1% forecast.
The personal consumption expenditures price index, a key measure for the Fed, rose 2.6% for the quarter, down from the 3.4% move in Q1. Core PCE prices were up 2.9%, down from 3.7%.
However, the report also indicated that the personal savings rate continues to decelerate, at 3.5% for the quarter, compared with 3.8% in Q1.
Initial jobless claims declined by 10,000, while durable goods orders unexpectedly plunged.
https://www.cnbc.com/2024/07/25/us-gdp-q2-2024.html
Came out a few hours ago, couldn't find it on r/stocks yet. Hope I didn't miss it.
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