Marketplace A quick GDP refresher
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Sep 25, 2025 The economy surprised many with a faster-than-expected growth rate driven by strong consumer spending in sectors like restaurants and childcare. Meanwhile, job-related scams are becoming more sophisticated, prompting calls for better verification methods. The housing market remains sluggish due to high mortgage rates and affordability issues. In addition, companies are increasing investments in durable goods, reflecting a shift in business spending. Join the discussion on how these factors intertwine and their broader implications.
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Why The GDP Revision Mattered
- GDP equals C + I + G + NX and consumer spending dominates the total.
- A bigger-than-expected rise in services, especially restaurants and child care, drove Q2 upward revision to 3.8% annualized growth.
Verify Recruiters Before Sharing Data
- Never give banking or credit card details to a recruiter via text or email.
- Always call the recruiter's company and verify job listings before sharing personal data.
Cardboard Boxes As A Consumer Signal
- Corrugated box shipments have fallen, signaling weaker consumer demand and rising substitutes like e-commerce bags.
- Box demand decline can act as a litmus test for consumer trends and disposable income.