Washington, September 25, 2025 –
The U.S. economy expanded more quickly than earlier estimates showed in the second quarter of 2025. Updated government data points to stronger consumer spending and steady business investment as the main drivers of growth.
Economists say this performance suggests the United States may achieve a “soft landing,” where inflation cools without triggering a major recession, even as interest rates remain high. The stronger growth provides reassurance to markets and signals that households and companies are continuing to spend and invest despite tighter borrowing conditions.
Analysts will be watching upcoming employment and inflation reports for signs that this momentum can continue through the rest of the year.