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U.S. Revises Down Fourth-Quarter GDP Growth
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The U.S. economy grew at a 0.7% annual rate in the fourth quarter (Oct–Dec), the Commerce Department reported Friday, sharply revising down its initial 1.4% estimate after a 43-day federal shutdown. Federal spending fell at a 16.7% annual rate, subtracting about 1.16 percentage points, while annual GDP rose 2.1% in 2025 amid weaker consumer spending, exports, and hiring.
Key Points
- 1Reports show Q4 GDP grew 0.7% annualized, revised down from initial 1.4% estimate
- 2Highlights federal shutdown impact: government spending plunged 16.7%, shaving roughly 1.16 percentage points off growth
- 3Signals softer domestic demand and hiring; economists should adjust forecasts and risk assessments accordingly
Scoring Rationale
Official Commerce revision provides meaningful macroeconomic signal, but limited relevance for core data-science practitioners today.
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