United States: Real GDP (SAAR) - Total

Macro

2026-01-30

Description

The United States Real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) Growth Rate is calculated and published by the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) of the U.S. Department of Commerce. This indicator measures the change in the total value of goods and services produced by the economy, adjusted for inflation. A higher GDP growth rate indicates faster economic expansion, while a lower rate indicates slower growth or contraction, making it a key measure of economic health.

The Real GDP Growth Rate expressed as the Seasonally Adjusted Annual Rate (SAAR) is derived by taking the quarterly growth rate, adjusting for seasonal variations, and annualizing it to provide a clearer view of economic growth trends.

This data is typically released quarterly, providing information on the economic activity of the previous quarter.

Published by
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (Choice)
Frequency
Quarterly
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AI Data Insight

The US real GDP annualized growth rate for the fourth quarter of 2025 slowed significantly to 1.4%, far below the previous quarter's 4.4% and the market consensus expectation of 2.8%. The weak data was primarily caused by a sharp reduction in government spending due to the federal government shutdown in October-November, combined with a drag from declining exports; however, private consumption maintained 2.4% growth, indicating that domestic demand remains resilient.

AI Data Insight

The US real GDP annualized growth rate for the fourth quarter of 2025 slowed significantly to 1.4%, far below the previous quarter's 4.4% and the market consensus expectation of 2.8%. The weak data was primarily caused by a sharp reduction in government spending due to the federal government shutdown in October-November, combined with a drag from declining exports; however, private consumption maintained 2.4% growth, indicating that domestic demand remains resilient.

Description

The United States Real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) Growth Rate is calculated and published by the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) of the U.S. Department of Commerce. This indicator measures the change in the total value of goods and services produced by the economy, adjusted for inflation. A higher GDP growth rate indicates faster economic expansion, while a lower rate indicates slower growth or contraction, making it a key measure of economic health.

The Real GDP Growth Rate expressed as the Seasonally Adjusted Annual Rate (SAAR) is derived by taking the quarterly growth rate, adjusting for seasonal variations, and annualizing it to provide a clearer view of economic growth trends.

This data is typically released quarterly, providing information on the economic activity of the previous quarter.

Published by
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (Choice)
Frequency
Quarterly
Next Update