The U.S. economy expanded at a stronger pace than previously estimated in the second quarter, signaling continued resilience under President Donald Trump’s policies.
Gross domestic product grew at an annualized rate of 3.8% between April and June, the Commerce Department reported Thursday. That figure is up from the earlier 3.3% estimate and well above the 3% initially reported.
The rebound follows a contraction in the first quarter, which was driven by businesses front-loading imports ahead of Trump’s tariffs.
The economy rebounded even more in this year's second quarter than previously reported, the Commerce Department sayshttps://t.co/8bQIvrELnL
— CNN Breaking News (@cnnbrk) September 25, 2025
The upward revision was fueled by steady consumer spending and a decline in imports. Economists say the momentum likely carried into the third quarter. The Atlanta Federal Reserve estimates growth remained strong in recent months.
.@cherylcasone on the second quarter GDP: "A gain of 3.8%... a STRONG ECONOMY. Consumer spending — strong... But that GDP number, it's very rare to see that. That was a GOOD number." pic.twitter.com/eg2YPPyx6D
— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) September 25, 2025
The government will release its first estimate of third-quarter GDP next month. The latest report highlights the durability of the U.S. economy despite global uncertainty and ongoing trade disputes.
📈 "I'm a bit shocked to be honest":
— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) September 25, 2025
Second quarter GDP has been revised HIGHER once again to 3.8% — reflecting much stronger than expected consumer spending, rising incomes, and lower imports. pic.twitter.com/B6GUy2Qfhr
