U.S. economy grew 4.3% before government shutdown, GDP shows, in biggest gain in 2 years

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GDP

Why it matters

The US economy experienced a 4.3% annual growth in the third quarter, the largest increase in two years, but the ongoing government shutdown may hinder future growth.

Expected market reaction

Bullish Confidence 81% How confidence is read Impact: Moderate

Market impact analysis based on bullish sentiment with 81% confidence.

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Source MarketWatch
Claim U.S. economy grew 4.3% before government shutdown, GDP shows, in biggest gain in 2 years
AI inference Bullish · 81%
Generated 2025-12-23 13:38

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Original source

The U.S. grew at a snappy 4.3% annual pace in the third quarter — the biggest increase in two years — but the economy is unlikely to match that feat in the waning months of 2025 due partly to the long government shutdown.

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Original article published by MarketWatch on December 23, 2025. Analysis and insights provided by AnalystMarkets AI.

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