U.S. Economic Outlook: Third Quarter 2019

U.S. Economic Outlook: Third Quarter 2019

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The report discusses the U.S. economic outlook for the third quarter of 2019, highlighting key factors such as GDP growth, industrial production, the labor market, inflation, monetary policy, financial conditions, fiscal policy, and the external sector. It provides insights into recent U.S. trends and their impact on Latin America and the Caribbean, as well as future expectations for the U.S. economy. The report emphasizes the importance of trade developments, the labor market, and the Federal Reserve's monetary policy in shaping the economic landscape.

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In the third quarter of 2019, the U.S. economy grew at a 2.1% annualized rate, driven by consumer and government spending, and a buildup in inventories. It marked the 41st consecutive quarter of growth and the 125th month of consecutive growth, making it the longest expansion on record. The Federal Reserve cut interest rates three times in 2019 to counter slowing global growth and trade uncertainty, contributing to diminishing recession fears. The U.S. trade deficit narrowed, employers added 266,000 jobs in November, and consumer price inflation edged up. The U.S. economy has slowed from around 3% annualized growth in 2018 to 2% in 2019, with consumers remaining confident but trade uncertainty weighing on business sentiment. The U.S. expansion is now ten years old, but growth has been shallower than in previous expansions.

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Categories: 2010s time horizon | 2019 geographic scope | 2019 time horizon | English publication language | united states