The Bureau of Economic Analysis reported that economic growth slowed toward the end of 2025, while inflation remained steady.
Gross domestic product increased by only 1.4% annually, below economists’ expectations of a 2.5% rise.
The report, released Friday, read: “Compared to the third quarter, the deceleration in real GDP in the fourth quarter reflected downturns in government spending and exports and a deceleration in consumer spending that were partly offset by an acceleration in investment. The decrease in imports was smaller than in the prior quarter.”
“The price index for gross domestic purchases increased 2.6 percent in 2025, compared with an increase of 2.4 percent in 2024. The PCE price indexincreased 2.6 percent, the same increase as in 2024. Excluding food and energy prices, the PCE price index increased 2.8 percent, compared with an increase of 2.9 percent.”
Meanwhile, inflation remained steady in December. The core personal consumption expenditures price index, which excludes food and energy, rose 3% that month, keeping inflation well above the Fed’s 2% goal.
Before the report was released, President Trump posted on Truth Social, stating, “The Democrat Shutdown cost the U.S.A. at least two points in GDP. That’s why they are doing it, in mini form, again. No Shutdowns! Also, LOWER INTEREST RATES. “Two Late” Powell is
the WORST!!!”
By CEO NA Editorial Staff
