AI Data Insight
US personal consumption expenditures on nondurable goods in the third quarter of 2026 stood at $4,504.3 billion, narrowing slightly from $4,511.1 billion in the previous quarter. Although nominal expenditure edged lower, it was primarily driven by the pullback in energy prices such as gasoline. Real consumption and overall Q3 GDP performance still beat market expectations. Looking ahead, savings from energy expenses are expected to translate into purchasing power for the year-end peak shopping season, continuing to support US economic momentum.