AI Data Insight
In Q2 2026, U.S. personal consumption expenditures on nondurable goods reached 4,511.1 billion USD, a significant jump from 4,347.9 billion USD in the first quarter, highlighting the strong real purchasing power of U.S. consumers undisturbed by prices. Although overall U.S. GDP was dragged down by inventories and exports, the cooling of core PCE and the growth of real goods consumption are expected to provide solid short-term support for the economy.