AI Data Insight
According to the latest data, the annualized quarter-over-quarter growth rate of US real GDP for nondurable goods in the third quarter of 2026 was 3.4%, slowing down from 4.4% in the second quarter. Although the growth rate of this sub-component moderated, it remained steady, driven by manufacturing inventory restocking and prescription drug consumption. Meanwhile, boosted by investments, overall Q3 GDP growth accelerated to 3.4%, exceeding market expectations.