UST IN: U.S. ECONOMY SURGES PAST EXPECTATIONS

📈 GDP (Q3 – Initial Estimate): 4.3%

Forecast: 3.3% | Prior: 3.8%

➡️ Growth blew past forecasts — the economy is accelerating, not slowing.

💰 PCE Inflation (Q3): 2.9%

➡️ Right on target, showing inflation remains under control.

🛒 Consumer Spending (PCE): 3.5%

Forecast: 2.7% | Prior: 2.1%

➡️ Americans are spending more — confidence is rising.

🗣️ Trump reacts: Says tariffs are fueling the economic momentum.

Strong growth. Strong spending. Big debate ahead.