US economic growth is weaker than expected.
The US economy grew slowly in the last quarter. This caused a revision of economic forecasts. Concerns exist about the country’s economic health.
The Bureau of Economic Analysis reported that the US economy grew by only 0.7% in the last quarter of 2025. This was slower than expected. The slowdown is linked to government shutdowns and tariffs. The government has revised its growth forecast downwards twice. Uncertainty in the global economy, including the war in the Middle East, is also a factor.
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Highlights
US Economy Slowdown
The US economy grew slower than expected in the last quarter.
Government Revision Downward
The US government revised its economic growth forecast downwards.
GDP Growth Reduced
The GDP growth rate is now only 0.7%
Tariffs and Shutdown Impact
Tariffs and government shutdowns caused the US economy to grow at half the expected rate.
Economic Challenges Identified
Uncertainty and unpredictability are key challenges for the Swedish economy.
Perspectives
- The US economy grew slower than expected.
- The US government revised its economic growth forecast.
- Decreased government spending contributed to the slowdown.
- Tariffs and government shutdowns impacted the US economy.
The US government shutdown is the primary cause of the slowdown.
Der Spiegel, ORF News
Tariffs and government shutdowns are the main reasons for the slowdown.
El País