The nation's economy accelerated last quarter at a strong 2.8% annual pace, with consumers and businesses helping drive growth despite the pressure of continually high interest rates.


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Originally Published: <time datetime="2024-07-25 16:10:24">July 25, 2024 at 4:10 p.m.</time>

The nation’s economy accelerated last quarter at a strong 2.8% annual pace, with consumers and businesses helping drive growth despite the pressure of continually high interest rates.{ai:summary}<p>The economy revved up, clocking a solid 2.8% growth last quarter. Consumers and businesses stepped up, defying the weight of high interest rates.  </p><p>While clouds loom overhead, the engine of commerce keeps churning out progress. #economy</p>

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