The US economy is experiencing a period of moderated growth, with recent data indicating a slower pace than previously anticipated. According to a report by Yahoo Finance, the Federal Reserve has adjusted its GDP projection for 2025 to 1.7%, down from the 2.1% forecasted in December. This adjustment aligns with similar revisions from major financial institutions, reflecting the impact of tariff policies on business activities.
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Despite these downward revisions, the outlook remains cautiously optimistic. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell described the economy as “healthy,” noting that while growth and consumer spending are moderating, they continue at a solid pace. This sentiment is echoed by Morgan Stanley’s chief global economist, who suggests that concerns about a recession may be overstated, pointing to fluctuations in retail sales and the S&P Global’s flash US composite PMI index, which showed a rebound in March.
Data from IndexBox further supports this view, indicating that while GDP growth is slowing, it is not indicative of a severe downturn. The S&P Global Market Intelligence reported a 1.5% annualized growth rate for the first quarter of 2025, a decrease from the 2.3% growth in the previous quarter, yet still a sign of resilience in the economy. As investors weigh these developments, the focus remains on whether economic growth forecasts will stabilize or continue to decline, potentially impacting stock market performance. For now, indicators such as consumer spending and labor market conditions suggest that the economy is not on the brink of a recession, maintaining a steady course amid global uncertainties.
