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U.S. growth revised up to 2.2% in Q2 as consumers and investment lift GDP

The BEA’s third estimate shows the U.S. economy expanded at a 2.2% annual rate in Q2 2026, revised up on stronger consumer spending, investment, and government outlays. Inflation gauges eased modestly from prior estimates, while corporate profits and state incomes broadly advanced.

BEA·Sep 30, 2026, 12:30 PM·2 min read✓ Verified

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U.S. growth revised up to 2.2% in Q2 as consumers and investment lift GDP
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