Marketplace All-in-One The case of the missing GDP report
Oct 30, 2025
Daniel Ackerman, a Marketplace reporter, delves into the implications of missing GDP data and the positive growth estimates from private sectors and Fed models. Megan McCarty Carino shares insights on modern TVs and the motion issues affecting cinematic experiences. Justin Ho discusses the challenges in commercial real estate amid the pandemic’s aftermath, while Natasha Dangoor unveils the rising trend of premium bottled waters in restaurants, highlighting why diners are increasingly opting for these over traditional beverages.
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Private Models Suggest Positive Q3 Growth
- Fed branch and private models differ but generally show positive GDP growth for Q3 despite missing BEA data.
- Mark Zandi and Bill Adams say business investment and wealthy consumer spending likely drove growth.
CRE Pain Lies With Regional Banks
- Commercial real estate stress is concentrated in offices while big banks avoid exposure via diversified loan books.
- Regional banks hold more CRE loans and are working with borrowers to avoid defaults.
Banks Should Work Borrowers To Avoid Defaults
- Work with borrowers to avoid defaults and preserve long-term client relationships.
- Offer concessions and phased improvements to keep properties occupied and payments coming.