PIMCO's Cantrill on When 'Surreal' US Shutdown Will End & GDP Impact
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The US government shutdown is ongoing, with a possibility of surpassing the 35-day record, causing economic uncertainty and potentially impacting GDP. PIMCO's Libby Cantrill describes the situation as 'surreal' and 'eerie', warning of a prolonged shutdown until at least November. The stalemate over expiring health-care subsidies persists, hindering a resolution.
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The US government shutdown has become the second-longest in history as the stalemate between the two parties over expiring health-care subsidies persists. Lawmakers and congressional aides say they see a real possibility the closure could surpass the 35-day shutdown of Trump’s first term. Libby Cantrill, PIMCO's Head of Public Policy, described the situation in Washington as 'surreal' and 'eerie', warning the shutdown could continue until at least November. She was speaking on Bloomberg's The Pulse with Francine Lacqua. (Source: Bloomberg)
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Original article published by Bloomberg on October 24, 2025. Analysis and insights provided by AnalystMarkets AI.