From Fox Business · Eric Revell · · 50s
U.S. Economy Grew Faster Than Expected in Q2
U.S. economy expanded at 2.2% annualized rate in Q2, beating forecasts.
In brief
U.S. economy expanded at 2.2% annualized rate in Q2, beating forecasts. U.S. economy grew 2.2% in Q2 2026, exceeding economists' 1.5% estimate. Originally reported by Fox Business.
Q2 GDP Final Estimate
The U.S. economy grew at a stronger pace than expected in the second quarter.
GDP Growth Rate
The Bureau of Economic Analysis reported a 2.2% annualized rate for Q2 2026.
Economists' Expectations
Economists polled by LSEG had estimated 1.5% GDP growth for Q2 2026.
Q1-Q2 Growth
The economy grew at 2.1% in Q1 2026 and 2.2% in Q2 2026, suggesting 2.15% annual growth.
GDP Contributors
Increases in consumer spending, investment and exports drove q2 growth.
Economist Analysis
EY-Parthenon chief economist Gregory Daco expects 2.5% gdp growth in 2026.
Here's the gist
U.S. economy grew 2.2% in Q2 2026, exceeding economists' 1.5% estimate.
