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First-quarter GDP chopped to 1.6%. Here’s why — and what it tells us about the economy.
The U.S. economy grew at a 1.6% annualized rate in the first quarter of 2023, reflecting moderate expansion. The report indicates a mixed performance, with the economy avoiding a severe downturn but also not showing robust growth.
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